The Terrifying Side of Brian Cox on the Set of Succession
Behind the scenes of Succession, some cast members have revealed that working with Brian Cox could be an intense experience. J. Smith-Cameron, who takes on the role of Waystar Royco executive Gerri Kellman, described Cox as “terrifying.” In a Deadline report, actress Justine Lupe, who plays Willa Ferreyra, shared her perspective. Lupe mentioned an interview with Times Radio where she said Cox could be “incredibly scary.” Despite these revelations, Lupe acknowledged that Cox is a multifaceted person with moments of being intimidating, as well as moments of being kind.
The Intense Experience of Working with Brian Cox
According to J. Smith-Cameron, who portrays Gerri Kellman, Brian Cox’s on-set behavior could be overwhelming. Lupe, who plays Willa Ferreyra, also shared her insights on Cox’s demeanor. She described him as intimidating at times, both on and off camera. However, Lupe also emphasized that Cox had a powerful and supportive presence, characterizing him as a kind colleague to work with.