Larry King Now Season 7 Episode 111 Anna Chlumsky on the Final Season of 'Veep', Child Stardom, & Julia Louis-Dreyfus
- TV14
- April 12, 2019
In season 7 episode 111 of Larry King Now, Larry sits down with the talented actress Anna Chlumsky to discuss her experience on the final season of the hit HBO show 'Veep', her child stardom, and her relationship with Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Chlumsky began her career as a child actor, starring in the beloved 1991 film 'My Girl'. She opens up to Larry about the challenges she faced transitioning from child stardom to adult roles, and how the experience has shaped her approach to acting. She also shares insights into how the industry has changed since her early days in the business.
The bulk of the conversation centers around Anna's role on 'Veep', where she played Amy Brookheimer, the Chief of Staff to the Vice President (and eventually, President). Chlumsky discusses the unique challenges of working on a show that incorporates improvisation into the script, and praises the comedic genius of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, with whom she shared many scenes. She also talks about the emotional experience of closing out the series after seven seasons, and what it means to her to have been a part of such a groundbreaking show.
Throughout the interview, Larry and Anna engage in a lively and candid conversation, exploring everything from the state of the entertainment industry to Anna's personal life as a wife and mother. Fans of 'Veep' and anyone interested in the world of acting and comedy will find plenty to enjoy in this entertaining and insightful episode.