It's something that a lot of actors experience. In a candid interview with 'The Times', Strong admitted that embodying the power-hungry businessman "f---ed me up," revealing a side of the actor that fans rarely see.
- Jeremy Strong is done with his iconic character
- His role in 'Succession' took a big toll on him
- THIS is how the actor explains it now
Life After 'Succession': A Bittersweet Farewell
The critically acclaimed show, which wrapped up its fourth and final season in May 2023, has been a rollercoaster ride not just for viewers but for Strong himself.
Despite the series' success, bagging five Emmy Awards and four Golden Globes, the actor confessed, "I sometimes lost touch with joy." However, it seems he's now on a path to "rediscover play," hinting at a lighter, more joyful chapter ahead.
Strong's journey with "Kendall Roy" was nothing short of a "banquet" of rich material, yet the character's struggles weighed heavily on him for seven years. "And there’s just so much more I want to do,” he shared, signaling his readiness to explore new horizons beyond the cutthroat corporate drama of 'Succession.'
"The material [was] a banquet. So I miss that," he told the outlet. "But Kendall’s struggle was difficult to carry for seven years. And there’s just so much more I want to do."
While fans might be clamoring for more of the "Roy" family saga, Strong has firmly closed the door on returning to his iconic role. "It’s not something I have any wish to do any longer," he stated, emphasizing his desire to leave "Kendall Roy" in the past.
The chapter is securely closed on Kendall for Strong, as he said of the possibility of a spinoff involving his character, "I’m aware it is one of the main chapters of my life, but I don’t miss it." "I'm sure there's a desire for more... But I think in terms of the role that I played, he came to his terminal point," Strong said at the 2024 Tony Awards. "So for me, that's something that is very happily put to rest."
His recent role as Donald Trump's lawyer Roy Cohn in 'The Apprentice' alongside Sebastian Stan showcases his eagerness to dive into diverse characters and stories.
Even Kieran Culkin, who played "Roman Roy," echoed Strong's sentiments at the 2024 Golden Globes, humorously dismissing the idea of a spinoff as "a horrible idea." However, he playfully suggested that if any character were to get a spinoff, it should be Nicholas Braun's Cousin Greg, hinting at the enduring appeal of the show's dynamic ensemble.
'Succession' may have ended, but its impact on television and on its cast, especially Jeremy Strong, is indelible. As Strong ventures into new roles and opportunities, his journey with Kendall Roy remains a pivotal chapter in his career, one that has shaped him as an actor and as a person.
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With the "Roy" family drama behind him, Strong is poised to rediscover joy and embrace the plethora of opportunities awaiting him in the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment.
