Title: Ben Platt Shuts Down Nepotism Question in Rolling Stone Interview
By Jacqueline Lindenberg For Dailymail.Com
01:52 15 Jul 2023, updated 02:02 15 Jul 2023
Tony-winning actor Ben Platt had an uncomfortable encounter during a recent Rolling Stone interview, where he abruptly ended the conversation after being questioned about nepotism. The interview was focused on his latest comedy film, Theater Camp, which was released on July 14th and features Platt in a leading role.
The interviewer brought up the 2022 New York Magazine cover that highlighted various stars with privileged backgrounds, including Platt, who is the son of film producer Marc Platt. When asked about his response to the cover and the discourse surrounding nepotism, Platt quickly shut down the topic, stating, “We’re going to skip right over that if we can.”
Platt’s publicist intervened during the interview, redirecting the focus back to Theater Camp. However, the interview was abruptly ended by the publicist before it could be fully completed, leaving several topics unexplored.
During the interview, Platt also discussed his upbringing in a family involved in the entertainment industry. He shared that his siblings’ love for musical theater inspired him to pursue a career in the field. Platt expressed gratitude for the opportunities his parents provided him, highlighting the artistic freedom that was allowed in his household.
Speaking about Theater Camp, Platt revealed that some parts of the film were improvised, although he couldn’t quantify the exact extent of improvisation. The movie, which also stars Platt’s fiancé Noah Galvin, Molly Gordon, and others, follows the story of a theater camp’s eccentric staff trying to save the camp with the help of the founder’s son.
Towards the end of the interview, Platt touched upon his upcoming wedding plans with Galvin, mentioning that they were in the initial stages of planning and enjoying their engagement.
Ben Platt’s career has spanned from his early roles in productions like The Sound of Music to his acclaimed performance in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway, which won him a Tony Award at the age of 23. He has also appeared in films such as the Pitch Perfect franchise and starred in the TV series The Politician.
Despite his success, Platt has faced questions about nepotism due to his family background. However, this recent interview demonstrates his unwillingness to engage in discussions on the topic, redirecting the focus back to his work in Theater Camp.
It remains to be seen whether this incident will have any impact on Platt’s career or public perception. The actor continues to receive recognition for his talents, as evidenced by his nomination for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in Parade.
Dailymail.com has reached out to Ben Platt’s representative for further comment on the interview.