From TV Mom to Real Mom: Mandy Moore Reflects on Motherhood and This Is Us
Mandy Moore, known for her role as a mom on This Is Us, reflects on how the show prepared her for motherhood in real life. She shares her experience of watching the show through a parental lens and how it has been a fascinating journey for her and her co-star, Chris Sullivan. Moore, who has three children with husband Taylor Goldsmith, acknowledges the growth she experienced from not knowing how to change a diaper to becoming a mother of three.
This Is Us, a popular TV series that aired from 2016 to 2022, followed the Pearson family through their ups and downs over the years. Moore played the role of Rebecca Pearson, the matriarch of the family, who navigated the challenges of motherhood alongside her husband, Jack Pearson. The show received critical acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations, winning four awards during its run.
Apart from Moore, the show featured a talented cast including Chrissy Metz, Sterling K. Brown, Justin Hartley, Susan Kelechi Watson, and Chris Sullivan. The actors have continued their journey with a rewatch podcast called That Was Us, where they revisit the series and reminisce about the different plot points and memorable moments from the show. Moore shares that revisiting the series as a viewer has been eye-opening, as they rediscover forgotten details and storylines.
For fans who want to relive the emotional rollercoaster of This Is Us, the show is available for streaming now. Join Mandy Moore and her co-stars as they delve into the heartwarming and poignant story of the Pearson family, exploring the complexities of love, loss, and family dynamics.