Meryl Streep Steals the Spotlight in Season 2 of 'Big Little Lies'
It’s no secret that fans were thrilled about the return of 'Big Little Lies' for a second season, but the news of Meryl Streep joining the cast took excitement to a whole new level. Nicole Kidman couldn’t hide her joy either! Back on January 24, it was officially announced that the legendary Academy Award-winning actress would be joining the already star-studded ensemble cast of the hit HBO series. Now that filming has commenced, Nicole couldn’t help but rave about working alongside the incredible Meryl Streep.
“We’ve already started shooting, and it’s absolutely fantastic. Meryl is just incredible, and watching her at work is like witnessing pure artistry,” Nicole told Entertainment Tonight on April 15. “Laura Dern, Shailene Woodley, Zoe Kravitz, and Reese Witherspoon—everyone on set is just in awe of her. We’re all like, ‘Can you believe this?’ She’s bringing such depth and authenticity to her character. It’s grounded, it’s real, and we’re all working tirelessly to make sure this second season delivers everything the fans want and more.”
View this post on InstagramFirst day on the set with Meryl and “my” darling boys! #BigLittleLies
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Keith Urban Also Can't Contain His Excitement
Even Nicole’s talented country superstar husband, Keith Urban, couldn’t contain his excitement about Meryl joining the cast. “I’m thrilled that she’s become a part of this amazing family and this incredible 'Big Little Lies' universe,” Keith said alongside Nicole. “I’ve caught glimpses of what they’re working on, and it’s truly stunning. Stunning.” Fans are eagerly anticipating what’s coming next, and with Meryl on board, expectations are sky-high.
On April 5, Nicole took to Instagram to give fans their first look at Meryl’s character on set. “First day on the set with Meryl and ‘my’ darling boys! #BigLittleLies,” she captioned the heartwarming photo of herself and Meryl seemingly reading to her two on-screen sons beside a bed. Meryl will play Nicole’s mother-in-law, and the chemistry between them is already palpable. Mary Louise Wright, the mother of character Perry Wright, enters the story following her son Perry’s tragic death in the Season 1 finale.
Why Meryl and 'Big Little Lies' Are a Match Made in Heaven
HBO described Mary Louise Wright as “concerned for the well-being of her grandchildren following her son’s death.” As a result, she arrives in Monterey seeking answers, setting the stage for potential conflict with Nicole’s character, Celeste Wright. Despite Perry’s history of abuse, the two appear quite close in the first on-set photo. This isn’t the first time Nicole and Meryl have shared the screen; they both starred in The Hours back in 2002. Fans know they’re bound to deliver something spectacular together once again.
The pairing of Meryl Streep and 'Big Little Lies' feels almost too good to be true. Meryl, a three-time Oscar winner and recent nominee for Steven Spielberg’s The Post, brings an unparalleled level of talent to the table. Meanwhile, 'Big Little Lies' has already garnered eight Emmys and four Golden Globes. If Meryl wins an Emmy for her role in the show, it would mark her second win with HBO, following her triumph in 2003 for Angels in America.
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What to Expect in Season 2
HBO has teased that the new season will explore themes of dishonesty, friendship, marriage, and the intensity of parenting. Relationships will be tested, loyalties questioned, and the potential for both emotional and physical harm will loom large. With Mary Louise entering the mix, one can’t help but wonder if she’ll share her son’s volatile nature. Unfortunately, fans will have to wait until 2019 to uncover the answers.
