- Kyle MacLachlan pays tribute to the late Piper Laurie
- Laurie’s impact on MacLachlan and her role on Twin Peaks
- The two actors’ fond experiences working together
Kyle MacLachlan, best known for his role as Dale Cooper in Twin Peaks, recently shared his heartfelt memories and admiration for his late co-star Piper Laurie, who portrayed Catherine Martell on the show. The actor recalled Laurie’s immense talent and her lasting impact on him personally.
MacLachlan described Laurie as an “incredible force” and praised her ability to bring complex and fascinating characters to life, especially in Twin Peaks. In an interview with TVLine, he expressed how she effortlessly portrayed Catherine Martell, who MacLachlan described as a “manipulative, cunning, and ruthless” character, all while maintaining a sense of grace and refinement. He admired her dedication to her craft and how she could tap into the character’s emotional core, while also emboldening it with her own flair.
The actor fondly recalled shooting a scene in which they had an intense dialogue together. MacLachlan shared that it was during this time that he truly felt Piper’s “incredible force.” He said, “I could sense Piper’s dedication to her work, her commitment to the role and her generosity as an actor.” He went on to say how grateful he was to have had the chance to work alongside her, even if it was only for a short time.
MacLachlan finished by saying that he was honored to have known Piper Laurie and that she would always remain an inspiration to him. “I am forever grateful for the opportunity to share the screen with her and learn so much from her incredible talent,” he stated. He added that memories of working with her would stay with him, and that she had left a lasting legacy for countless fans and fellow actors to admire.