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Denee Benton Reflects on 'Gilded Age' Season 3 and Peggy's Journey
In the show 'The Gilded Age', the character Peggy Scott, played by Denée Benton, experiences a lot of happiness in season 3, both at work and in her love life.
Benton says she's proud to show strong and successful Black women.
She also talks about the importance of showing different sides of Black women, including their softer moments.
She enjoyed working with actresses Audra McDonald and Phylicia Rashad.
The story includes a romantic proposal for Peggy, hinting at exciting storylines to come in season 4.
Benton emphasizes how much Peggy means to viewers as a role model.
She reflects on the special connection fans feel towards her and what it represents.
Denee Benton, who plays Peggy Scott in HBO's 'The Gilded Age', discusses her character's journey in season 3.
Season 3 features Peggy's professional and personal growth, including a proposal from Dr. William Kirkland.
Benton highlights the importance of portraying Black women's vulnerability and strength in the show.
The actress reflects on working with veteran actresses Audra McDonald and Phylicia Rashad.
Benton is excited about the possibility of Peggy's future, including her career and romantic life.
- Who
- Denee Benton, Audra McDonald, and Phylicia Rashad.
- What
- Denee Benton discusses her role as Peggy Scott in 'The Gilded Age' season 3 finale.
- Where
- The show is set in New York during the Gilded Age.
- When
- The interview was conducted recently.
- Why
- To discuss the character's growth, the importance of representation, and the upcoming storylines.
Key facts
- Show
- The Gilded Age
- Character
- Peggy Scott
- Actress
- Denee Benton
- Season
- 3
- Co-stars
- Audra McDonald, Phylicia Rashad
Quotes
Denée Benton
Actress playing Peggy Scott
“We watched Peggy balance so much while grieving in the first two seasons. She was falling apart, but she didn’t have the luxury of entirely falling apart while trying to make way for herself. She knows that if she doesn’t, she will have to go back home, where all the harm originated.”
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“I’ve been hearing from fans who come up to me in the street saying, “We like Dr. Kirkland, but how is he going to handle his mom?””
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Dorothy Scott
Peggy's mother
“You’re coming out and holding your head up high; we’re going to shine as a family because we’ve earned this.”
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A journalist
Unnamed
“Do you think Peggy’s a little naive to move through these spaces like this?”
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Prabal Gurung
Fashion designer
“This show is giving us a piece of art”
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