– Idina Menzel found it challenging to play the role of Lea Michele’s mother in “Glee”
– Menzel is only 14 years older than Michele
– Menzel describes the role as “not great for the ego”
Idina Menzel, the renowned actress and singer, recently opened up about her time on the hit TV show “Glee.” She revealed that playing the role of Lea Michele’s character’s mother wasn’t exactly a confidence booster, given the small age gap between the two actresses.
Menzel is just 14 years older than Michele, which made playing her on-screen mother somewhat challenging. Menzel described the experience as not being “great for the ego.” However, she managed to find a silver lining in the situation, as she and Michele became close friends during the course of the show’s run.
Although Menzel acknowledged the difficulties in playing a character much older than her actual age, she also recognized the importance of connecting with her audience. She said, “I always want to be accessible to my fans and engage with them.” The singer actively encourages her followers to take part in her journey, both professionally and personally.