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Carrie Coon Embraces Heat and Depth in New Role

6/20/2025

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Carrie Coon braved the sweltering heat in Thailand while filming her crucial monologue for The White Lotus. As she steps into the intricate role of Bertha Russell in The Gilded Age, she grapples with the character's depth. The upcoming season, debuting June 22, delves into motherhood and ambition, prompting Coon to reflect on her remarkable career journey.

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Story summary

Carrie Coon braved the sweltering heat in Thailand while filming her crucial monologue for The White Lotus. As she steps into the intricate role of Bertha Russell in The Gilded Age, she grapples with the character's depth. The upcoming season, debuting June 22, delves into motherhood and ambition, prompting Coon to reflect on her remarkable career journey.