Sure weβd all like Kate Mulgrew to hook up with Jeri Ryan but, realistically, given their past, its very unlikely. (Though the hate sex would be INSANE)
But you know who would totally and realistically date Kate? Someone who clearly adores our space lady and vibes with so hard?Β
This Queen:
Why would you say Mary McDonnell would be the best choice for Kate out of all the other lovely middle aged actresses out there? Well dear reader, itβs all about one thing; THE VIBES.
Two vibes to be exact.
The Space Momβs With Mutual Respect Vibe:
They both have a long acting career that theyβre very proud of and take. very seriously. They both work in SciFi shows and frequent Cons. They both understand the very unique relationship between the actor and the fans when it comes to working in SciFi. Thereβs a lot of time and energy put into fostering that kind of connection with the fans. A lot more energy than an average movie and television star would spend.Β I think thereβs a lot of nuances in their career they have to explain to partners, but they would just get it. When asked about one another, even before they met, there was already a great deal of respect.
You can see here in a quick clip from 2009 when Kate is asked about Mary;
https://mary-mcawesome.livejournal.com/369117.html?
Then the podcast happened!
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/dir-7kfn2-79c4a0f?utm_campaign=w_share_ep&utm_medium=dlink&utm_source=w_share
Back in 2020, Mary interviewed Kate with enthusiasm! She seemed genuinely excited she got to have Kate come on her podcast. My god did they hit it off! They never met before then, yet they spoke like old friends. Seriously, you should listen to this episode. The introduction alone was basically Mary sayingΒ βThis woman is incredible and Iβm falling in love.β
The Complimenting Personalities Vibe:
I admit, this is mostly just reading into the podcast and videos.
In every working relationship, you need opposites but just enough. You have that here. Β Emotionally, Mary seems to be a bit more open. Sheβs quicker to show all sides of her and would probably deemed theΒ βfun oneβ if they went out to a party. I think Maryβs positivity and willingness is very infectious. I think she would bring out Kateβs playful side, a side she wasnβt really allowed as a child.Β
When it comes to being in charge, Kate is the dominate one. When you watch their interviews at Cons, Mary holds her stage presence but is pretty laid back. In groups she seems to let her cast mates talk before her. As for Kate, she jumps into Captain mode. She directs the questions, very straight forward and lightly jabs her cast mates when they go off topic.
But I think they have so much in common fundementally. They both are deep thinkers and love to observe people. They have similar backgrounds and both have a deep connection to Ireland. Acting isnβt just a job for them, its part of who they are. They both love being on stage but are coy when it comes to their private life.Β As said before, thereβs so much about one another I feel the other would just get.
Am I overthinking this? Probably. But have I got you thinking? Admit it. You see it.
Thanks for coming to my TedTalk.
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