Joanna Lumley Talks Lady Gaga, Christmas Special, and American Accent Challenges on 'Wednesday' Set
Joanna Lumley recently shared her experience working with Lady Gaga on the Netflix show "Wednesday," a spin-off of the Addams Family series. In the show, Joanna plays Grandmama Hester Frump, while Lady Gaga makes a cameo as the ghost of Rosaline Rotwood. Joanna mentioned in an interview that Lady Gaga was quite secretive on set, flying in to film in Ireland and not allowing anyone to see her, unlike George Clooney, who Joanna praised for being friendly and taking photos with everyone.
Apart from her role in "Wednesday," Joanna Lumley will also star in a Christmas special of the BBC's Amandaland alongside Jennifer Saunders. Jennifer will play Joan, the sister of Felicity, portrayed by Joanna, and the aunt of the main character, Amanda. The duo expressed their excitement about working together again and promised a fun-filled Christmas special for the viewers.
During an appearance on The One Show, Joanna Lumley discussed her role in "Wednesday" and the challenges of adopting an American accent for her character. She shared a behind-the-scenes story of seeking advice from director Tim Burton on the accent just before filming started. Despite her initial doubts, Joanna managed to pull off the accent with the help of a "big wig" she wore for the role.
Joanna Lumley's comments about Lady Gaga's alleged on-set behavior have sparked interest, and Lady Gaga's representatives have been contacted for a response. The dynamic between the two stars on the set of "Wednesday" adds an intriguing layer to the behind-the-scenes stories of the show.