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The TV Jerry Podcast with Actress Constance Wu On Growing Up In Richmond and Her New Book Making A Scene

by | Nov 11, 2022 | PODCASTS

TV Jerry chats with actress Constance Wu who grew up in Richmond, VA before moving to LA and becoming the star of the sitcom Fresh Off the Boat and the hit movie Crazy Rich Asians. She discusses shooting a commercial with TV Jerry while in middle school, why she wrote a book despite her English teacher trauma, her unabashed approach to sex, memories of Richmond theatre and using an accent in Fresh Off the Boat.

Listen to the conversation HERE

LINKS
Making a Scene (Her book on Amazon)
2:22 – A Ghost Story (Her current play in LA)
Triangle of Sadness (My review)

R. Anthony Harris

R. Anthony Harris

In 2005, I created RVA Magazine, and I'm still at the helm as its publisher. From day one, it’s been about pushing the “RVA” identity, celebrating the raw creativity and grit of this city. Along the way, we’ve hosted events, published stacks of issues, and, most importantly, connected with a hell of a lot of remarkable people who make this place what it is. Catch me at @majormajor____

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Topics: constance wu, crazy rich asians, fresh off the boat, richmond arts, richmond theatre, tv jerry

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