Erin Doherty seeks diverse roles to avoid typecasting

independent.co.uk

Erin Doherty, a 32-year-old actor known for her strong roles, stars in the new Netflix series "Adolescence" as a psychologist. The show, filmed in one continuous shot, explores heavy themes of online radicalization and violence among youth. Doherty has gained attention for her performances in various roles, including a gang leader in "A Thousand Blows." She emphasizes the importance of diverse characters and aims to avoid being typecast in her career. Despite her success on social media, Doherty prefers a more private life. She continues to challenge herself with different roles and is open to exploring new genres, including musicals, to keep her work fresh and unpredictable.


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