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Title: Cracking the Mold: Chace Crawford Escapes "CW Pretty Boy" Label
Hey there! Ready to dish about a juicy tale of Hollywood's transformation? Let's talk about everyone's favorite former "it boy," Chace Crawford. Oh, how times have changed for the charming Nate Archibald from "Gossip Girl."
For millions, the swanky spectacle of Crawford's lifestyle seemed like the epitome of success. But for the man behind the persona, it felt like a straightjacket. In "The Good Guys" podcast, Crawford spilled the tea about his post-"Gossip Girl" struggles.
"Feels like my own personal Alcatraz," Crawford, now 39, mused about his life after the hit series. The Perry Rhodan of Hollywood couldn't shake off the chains of typecasting, eager to grab roles that would set him free.
And, boy, did freedom come knocking. It came in the form of Amazon's bonkers series, "The Boys." Crawford transformed into the rotten, narcissistic superhero, The Deep, swimming through the murky depths of debauchery.
"Hell, no, I wasn't convinced," Crawford confessed. When he first read the script, he thought it was absolute madness. But man, was he wrong. As he dove deeper—pun intended—into the pilot, he couldn't help but exclaim, "Bloody hell, it's brilliant! It's so freakin' odd, original, and bizarre!" Crawford admits he felt that The Deep, with his arrogant, morally questionable pour-over, was a role he knew all too well. "You know what, I've met that dude a hundred times," he said. "And I was excited to play that twisted son of a gun."
The Cage-busting Audition
The audition for "The Boys" started on shaky ground for Crawford. He was riddled with self-doubt and convinced he wouldn't snag the role. But as luck would have it, the runner of the show, Eric Kripke, was there for every audition performance.
"I delivered a gloomy scene, and a more laugh-out-loud one," Crawford recalls. The comedic scene cracked Kripke up and pumped Crawford with confidence. "I was over the moon to land a gig that excited me as much as this one," he said.
These days, Crawford is showered with adoration from fans and has proven that he's way more than a pretty face. He's a plunger, dredging up the murky depths of morale-bending storytelling.
Keywords: Chace Crawford, Gossip Girl, Hollywood, Typecasting, The Boys, Kevin Moskowitz, Eric Kripke
Enrichment Data:
Crawford's post-"Gossip Girl" acting choices reflect his ardent desire to break free from the shackles of typecasting. One of his boldest transformations can be seen in playing Kevin Moskowitz, also known as The Deep, in Amazon Prime's massively popular series, "The Boys". This switcheroo presented a stark contrast to his earlier roles, allowing him to delve into darker and more laugh-out-loud comedy[1][3][4]. This role, which came at a crucial juncture in his career, opened doors for him, making it easier for him to leave his "Gossip Girl" past behind[3].
Crawford spoke candidly about the grueling process of finding roles that diverged from his "Gossip Girl" persona. He referred to a challenging period, dubbed the "wilderness," during which he grappled to discover projects that truly lit his fire[2][3]. However, "The Boys" served as a turning point, presenting him with the chance to exhibit his versatility and reinvent his career trajectory.[2][3][4]
To sum it up, Crawford's career choices since "Gossip Girl" seem to center around his reluctance to be confined to a stereotype. With "The Boys," he shattered the mold and forged a whole new path for himself in the realm of acting.
♪ I'm not just a star in "Gossip Girl" or TV shows, I'm gonna be a star in movies, entertainment, even in offbeat, original roles like The Deep in "The Boys". ♪ Chace Crawford, now 39, broke free from typecasting and embraced unique, morally questionable characters, finding his stride and cementing his status as a versatile celebrity in the industry.
