Allison Janney had a surprising reaction when she read the script of The Diplomat season 2 finale. During her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on November 4, she shared that she threw the script across the room after reading it. “It was like, ‘What the?’ because it was such an explosive, such an incredible ending,” Janney said. She added that the moment still gives her chills when she thinks about it.
In The Diplomat, Allison Janney plays Vice President Grace Penn, a key character in the series’ intense season finale. The show follows U.S. Ambassador Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) and her husband Hal Wyler (Rufus Sewell) as they try to prevent a global crisis. Janney’s addition to the cast brought new excitement to the series, with her character playing a crucial role in the storyline.
When talking about her character, Janney mentioned that she based Grace Penn on Hillary Clinton because of her political experience and strong personality. “I love Hillary, but she doesn’t come off as a very warm and fuzzy person,” Janney explained. “I kind of thought that would be good for Grace Penn.” Her portrayal of Penn shows the challenges of being under public scrutiny, a theme that was woven into the script by showrunner Debora Cahn.
Allison Janney’s role in The Diplomat continues to draw attention and fans are excited for the next season of this critically acclaimed series after the shocking events of season 2, which premiered on Netflix on October 31, 2024.
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