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Keri Russell Tackles Beauty Standards in 'The Diplomat'

10/20/2025

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Keri Russell discussed beauty standards in an interview about her role as U.S. Ambassador Kate Wyler in Netflix's The Diplomat.
Russell expressed empathy for her character who faces scrutiny over appearance, saying, "It’s such a weird thing being a woman."
She noted that society's opinions on looks are pervasive.
She highlighted a season 3 nod where Kate Wyler defends a disheveled look.
Season 3 is streaming on Netflix.

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Keri Russell discussed beauty standards in an interview about her role as U.S. Ambassador Kate Wyler in Netflix's The Diplomat.
Russell expressed empathy for her character who faces scrutiny over appearance, saying, "It’s such a weird thing being a woman."
She noted that society's opinions on looks are pervasive.
She highlighted a season 3 nod where Kate Wyler defends a disheveled look.
Season 3 is streaming on Netflix.