Mandy Moore is definitely back in the acting game, and her new TV show seems to be winning over hearts continually.
Mandy Moore, the multi-talented actress, singer, and songwriter, was 32 years old when she first graced our screens as Rebecca Pearson in the hit drama series This Is Us (Credit: Nicky Nelson / WENN)
Mandy Moore was 32 years old when the first episode of “This Is Us” aired on September 20, 2016.
Did Mandy Moore audition for This Is Us?
Yes, she had to audition. Mandy Moore secured her role in the television show through an audition arranged by writer Dan Fogelman, with whom she had previously worked on the 2010 American 3D computer-animated musical adventure fantasy comedy film Tangled.
Fogelman had enjoyed working with Moore on the animated film and wanted to ensure that the actors in the show were a good fit for the project. During the audition, Moore read a scene and did a test with actor Milo Ventimiglia.
Mandy Moore secured her role on the television show after an audition suggested by writer Dan Fogelman, where she read a scene, did a test with actor Milo Ventimiglia, and impressed Fogelman with her performance of a monologue he had written for her (Credit: NBC)
Fogelman was impressed with Moore’s performance and wrote a monologue specifically for her, which is now featured in the second episode of the show. This monologue was pivotal in securing Moore’s role, leaving a lasting impression on the network and studio executives.
Moore had experienced disappointment in several pilot seasons and was considering giving up acting altogether. However, after reading the script for the show, she was determined to be a part of it, regardless of the outcome.
During the audition process, Moore was the first to audition and was later informed that the producers liked her but were considering other candidates.
Dan Fogelman speaks at Mandy Moore’s star ceremony on The Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 25, 2019, in Hollywood, California (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)
After a month, Moore was invited back for a chemistry read with Ventimiglia and some other actors. During the chemistry read, Moore and Ventimiglia had an instant rapport, and their chemistry was palpable. Moore was thrilled to work with Ventimiglia and felt that their partnership was the best shot she had at securing the role.
The American family drama television series This Is Us has been tugging at the world’s heartstrings, and everyone is clamoring for a peek at what’s next. Even Jennifer Lopez couldn’t refrain from giving the show an Instagram shoutout.
The pop star teased spoilers for the Thanksgiving episode at NBC and Vanity Fair’s “Toast to Fall 2016-2017 TV Season Celebration” in Los Angeles.
Mandy Moore at NBC and Vanity Fair’s “Toast to Fall 2016-2017 TV Season Celebration” in Los Angeles on November 3, 2016 (Credit: Nicky Nelson / WENN)
Mandy turned up the red carpet heat with a black lace off-shoulder “Daphine” dress by L’Agence, showing off the right mix of curves and collarbones.
The 32-year-old finished her look with a pair of crystal-studded earrings, a few rings, and a pair of Casadei criss-cross ankle strap pumps that you can buy at Farfetch.
Mandy Moore inserted structure into her youthful look with a pair of Casadei ankle-strap pumps (Credit: Nicky Nelson / WENN)
“This Is Us” follows the two timelines of the Pearson triplets and their parents in their youth. Mandy said that during the upcoming episode, the Pearson siblings — together with their adopted brother Randall — will be meeting up for Thanksgiving.
Mandy Moore poses with her “This Is Us” co-star and onscreen partner, Milo Ventimiglia (Credit: Nicky Nelson / WENN)
The actress hinted that the holiday will not turn out quite the way they expected.
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