In this Sunday’s episode, Reenie brings a plus-one to a retreat, played by Michael Rady (The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Melrose Place). Had you known him before?
No. Justin’s been friends with him for years. I had zero idea who they were bringing to the table. I was like, “Give me something good.” Long story short, he came, and he’s an angel. He’s the kindest guy. So groundedâfour kids, a wife, a million animals on his farm in Connecticut. I mean, just like an angel. So I’m excited to continue to be able to build some stuff with him.
What will we learn about his character, Elliot, and what’s going on with him and Reenie?
I had to do a lot of diggingâtrying to figure out why [she brought him to this retreat], but it wasn’t too hard. I think a woman of Reenie’s caliber is looking for emotional stability and emotional vulnerability. She’s looking for someone who is grounded and can openly communicate. No games, no F-boy play.
Because obviously Russell (Jensen Ackles) is after Reenie, too.
I know, and she’s like, “Hold it together. What is your value? What are you willing to throw away?” She’s definitely had a couple of nights with a glass of wine going, “What is the decision that you want to make here?”
I really just need a love triangle between Russell, Reenie, and Colter. I mean, who’s fantasy is it not to have Justin Hartley and Jensen Ackles fight over you?
I know. Fifteen-year-old me is literally on the table with shock pads going, âWhat the is going on?â
Had you watched Justin on any of his previous shows? And what about Jensen?
I started watching This Is Us when I booked Tracker, and I had seen a couple episodes of Smallville where he played Green Arrow. But I have watched every episode of Supernatural ever to exist. I did have a moment where I had to freak out [over Jensen]. My partner let me have that moment. He was like, “Okay, dear. Just have it. Let it last as long as it needs to.” And then you meet them, and they’re just like the nicest humans and the moment goes away.
