Danielle Deadwyler is known for her dramatic work—Till, The Piano Lesson, Station Eleven— among the highlights of an impressive resume; now Rooster has given the actress the opportunity to stretch her comedic chops. She stars opposite Steve Carell as a poetry professor advocating for herself and her students at a liberal arts college in the midst of an identity crisis.
A life in pursuit of artistic endeavors is something Deadwyler can very much relate to—that is what drew her to acting—and she brings an easy warmth and charisma to Rooster, a series that shines most when she and Carell are on screen together.
In conversation with Awards Buzz’s Shadan Larki, Deadwyler is eager to discuss Rooster and give insights into her work and mindset—and tease what’s ahead. Watch the full interview below:
Rooster is available via HBO Max.
