dailyloe.com – Actors Thomas Doherty and Grace Van Patten recently reconnected for a candid conversation about their careers and current projects. The interview, published by Interview Magazine on March 31, 2026, was conducted in New York City. It explores Doherty’s latest role in the post-apocalyptic series ‘Paradise’.
Doherty discussed his transition from musical theater to on-camera acting in Los Angeles. He is best known for playing Max Wolfe in the ‘Gossip Girl’ reboot. His role in ‘Paradise’ season two represents a significant career progression for the 31-year-old actor.
Van Patten, his former ‘Tell Me Lies’ co-star, revealed she recently binge-watched the first season of ‘Paradise’. She praised the show’s ensemble cast, which includes Sterling K. Brown and Julianne Nicholson. Shailene Woodley joins the cast for the highly anticipated second season.
A lighthearted moment occurred when Van Patten noted her resemblance to Shailene Woodley. Doherty recounted initially mistaking Van Patten for Woodley while watching ‘Tell Me Lies’. This shared anecdote highlighted their friendly dynamic and industry connections.
The conversation also touched on Doherty’s recent stage work in ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ in New York. Both actors reflected on the feeling of ‘arriving’ in their professional lives. The interview provides a glimpse into their off-screen friendship and mutual support.[]
Source: Interview Magazine
