Just last May, Russell Tovey said it would have to be ‘something special’ for him to play a gay role, despite being gay himself. Well, now he’s found it as THR reports that he’s signed up for HBO’s gay-themed dramedy, Looking.
It’s not just Tovey’s first gay proper role, but also his first big American gig, so it really could be a game-changer for the Being Human and Tower Block star.
He joins the likes of Jonathan Groff in the series, playing ‘the recurring role of Kevin, an accomplished video game wunderkind who has achieved financial and critical success at a young age.’ The gay Kevin works closely with Groff’s Patrick.
Frankie Alvarez is also onboard for one of the main roles, playing Patrick’s best friend, Augustin, whose ego and feisty politics make it difficult for him to settle down with a boyfriend.
The show is said to be a mix of Tales From The City and Girls, following mainly gay men in San Francisco. Looking starts shooting in the next few weeks, although there’s no news yet on when it might air.
Back in May, Tovey told The Independent, “Every character I play is straight, which is unique, my agent says, because it’s not really been done before that someone who is completely out is able to play straight roles…. So for me to play gay it has to be something special, because it might actually be more of a risk. So I’m waiting for that role – I want it to be something that moves things forward.” Now he’s got it.
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