Few characters on television walk the line between intimidating and deeply human quite like George Russell. Over three seasons of HBO’s The Gilded Age, Morgan Spector has turned the railroad magnate into far more than a stereotypical Gilded Age tycoon, finding a balance between vulnerability, charm, and relentless ambition.
In the acclaimed drama’s third season, George faces new obstacles both in business and at home, testing the foundations of his business empire and his marriage. In conversation with Awards Buzz’s Shadan Larki, Spector discusses the evolution of The Gilded Age, and why the lessons of the period drama remain relevant for audiences a century later.
The Gilded Age is available via HBO Max.
