Andrew Rannells: From 'Girls' to 'Miss You, Love You' and Life's Lessons

Andrew Rannells discusses his role in 'Miss You, Love You' and shares life experiences, from his career beginnings to personal struggles and lessons learned.

He talks about playing Jamie, a personal assistant to a recently widowed woman, and the challenges of working with Allison Janney’s intense character. Rannells also reflects on his time in 'Girls,' his Broadway success in 'The Book of Mormon,' and his relationship with actor Tuc Watkins.

The interview delves into his coming out story, the loss of his father, and the importance of asking for help—a lesson his character Jamie also learns. Rannells mentions his memoir and directing endeavors, highlighting the disparity in memories of the same events.

He discusses Lena Dunham’s memoir, 'Famesick,' and the different perspectives on the 'Girls' set, expressing regret over not being more supportive. The conversation touches on his avoidance of hiring a personal assistant due to his theatre background and the value of self-reliance.

Rannells shares stories of his early life, from growing up next to a children’s theatre to his voice acting career and the challenges of balancing multiple projects. The interview concludes with his thoughts on the industry, personal growth, and the intriguing question of whether he started a Reddit thread about himself—a characteristic wink at his playful, iconic persona.