John Lithgow on having a "good ending" on and off screen
Briefly

John Lithgow reflects on his childhood aspirations, stating, "I grew up in a theater family but did not want to be an actor... I fully intended to be a painter. I was quite committed to it for as long as I can remember." He emphasizes that despite his family's background, his identity was shaped by his initial dreams of being an artist.
Lithgow's ability to embrace diverse roles is evident when he discusses his career: "This is an actor who is willing to take a risk, play against type, and elevate the profound and the ridiculous." His versatility is a key point of admiration that showcases his talent across genres.
In talking about recent projects, Lithgow mentions, "Just in the last few years, he's been in the Hulu series, The Old Man, a play about the writer Roald Dahl, the movie Conclave... This illustrates his continual desire to work and explore different characters in various media."
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