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Shawn Hatosy discusses the rehearsal and preparation process, casting as a director, costuming informing who a character is and disagreeing with a director's note at SAG-AFTRA Foundation Presents "Building a Character from Scratch" Conversation on August 3, 2026. Pt 3 of 3.

Shawn Hatosy discusses Abbot's physicality and calmness and incorporating animal work into the preparation process for certain roles at SAG-AFTRA Foundation Presents "Building a Character from Scratch" Conversation on August 3, 2026. Pt 2 of 3.

Shawn Hatosy discusses self tapes and building a character starting with the physical at SAG-AFTRA Foundation Presents "Building a Character from Scratch" Conversation on August 3, 2026. Pt 1 of 3.

Building a Character: Shawn Hatosy, Karolina Wydra, Charles Melton & Lauren Weedman

Shawn Hatosy talks with In Creative Company about having to shoot out of order during episode 9, Abbot's leadership, and developing chemistry between characters in the moment. Pt 5 of 5.

Shawn Hatosy talks with In Creative Company about directing on The Pitt, Abbot's relation with Howard and what was going through Abbot's mind during those interactions. Pt 4 of 5.

Shawn Hatosy talks with In Creative Company about Abbot finding his purpose during season one. He makes a comparison to his role as Pope Cody in Animal Kingdom and how those characters finding purpose informed how he portrayed Abbot in season two. He also talks about Abbot's vulnerability during episode 7 with Samira Mohan, and the subtleties and use of eye contact, or the lack thereof, to portray Abbot's worry and vulnerability. Pt 3 of 5.

Shawn Hatosy talks with In Creative Company about Abbot's coping mechanisms, vulnerability and the relationship between Abbot and Robby. Pt 2 of 5.