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TheFellow Travelersstar reveals the rom-com that kickstarted his acting dream.
But the most vulnerable moments between Tim and Hawk have little to do with sex.
Those felt really, really joyful.
In those dark periods, thats what these characters live for.
In the relationship, Baileys character is pious and submissive a far cry from his brooding,Mr.
Could Season 3 include more LGBTQ+ storylines?
Im always hopeful for inclusion in that way, Bailey says.
Fellow Travelersdepicts more of Tim and Hawks relationship than we get to see in the book.
What was it like to act across all the decades?
Thats exactly what drew me to it.
I love Tim as a character.
He operates in kindness, even though hes flawed.
What was the most interesting thing you learned?
Tim drinks a lot of milk in the show.
How much did you go through while filming… and what kind?
My milk appreciation has evolved!
I think it was oat milk but yeah, bless Tim and his milk habit.
Hes obviously not calcium-deficient in any way, which is good.
The thing thats special is the overwhelming love that you feel.
Every year, its a different lead character.
So, tonally, it shifts.
The personal experience of suddenly being exposed on Netflix, its life-changing.
Speaking of life-changing roles, how did you and theWickedcast keep up during the SAG-AFTRA strike?
I felt particularly sorry forCynthia [Erivo].
So [holding onto those] simmering [moments], it must have been really hard for her.
Youre killing it in these different romantic roles.
Is there a rom-com you personally gravitate toward maybe a festive one at this time of year?
Well, I watchLove Actuallyevery time I do my tax return.
Id be really excited about the idea of a collaboration [with him].
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
