Richard Kind, celebrated for his character roles in productions ranging from musicals to cartoons, embodies the quintessential character actor. In an interview, he reflects on his experiences, including his friendship with George Clooney, and his latest role as the host of John Mulaney's absurdist talk show. Kind's unique mix of humor and relatability allows him to blend into everyday situations, reminiscent of iconic character actors like Paul Lynde. Despite his extensive career, he maintains a sense of privacy, often going unnoticed in public, which he finds delightful.
I can't be the Bob Newhart or Mary Tyler Moore, the maypole in a sitcom. I'm a satellite character.
It's the greatest. And I'll walk home and one person will notice me.
There's poetry to that.
At sixty-eight, Kind seems like a throwback to Paul Lynde or Dom DeLuise: combustible comic personalities.
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