Hey movie and TV fans Alan Cumming is always someone to watch. He is talented funny and never afraid to speak his mind. Recently he has been chatting about everything from his hit show The Traitors to his iconic role in Cabaret and even turning the big 6-0. Let's dive into what Alan has been up to and what secrets he is spilling .
The Traitors Triumph Emmy Wins and Martha Stewart as a Contestant? Alan Cumming Spills the Tea
Alan Cumming is riding high on the success of The Traitors. The show is a huge hit and Alan even snagged an Emmy for hosting it . He admitted the Emmy win is "affirming" especially because he knew The Traitors was something special from the start even if others didn't get it right away.
How did he celebrate his Emmy win? No fancy Hollywood parties for Alan. He went to his favorite vegan diner Vegan Glory still during the Emmys. He changed into sweatpants in the car and enjoyed some vegan food with his husband. Down to earth right?
What about future seasons of The Traitors? Alan has some dream contestants in mind. He thinks some of the Spice Girls would be "hilarious" on the show. He also mentioned Martha Stewart as a possibility saying she is "resourceful" and "wily" perfect qualities for a Traitor or Faithful.
He did joke about no longer wanting Snoop Dogg on The Traitors after Snoop's performance at a recent political event . Looks like Alan has opinions and is not afraid to share them.
Alan also touched on diversity on The Traitors especially after a trans contestant was eliminated early in Season 2. He wants to see more queer representation on the show and hopes it can help viewers become more accepting and less fearful of people different from themselves.
Cabaret Confessions and Why Alan Cumming is Done with the Emcee Role For Good
Alan Cumming is famously known for his Tony-winning performance as the Emcee in Cabaret. He first played the role way back in 1998 and then returned for a revival in 2018. But don't expect him to step into those Emcee shoes again.
Alan stated plainly "I could die happy never being in Cabaret again." He feels he is a "moving-on kind of person" and does not want to "rest on his laurels." He even refuses requests to sing Cabaret songs at events. Cabaret was a huge part of his life and career but it sounds like Alan is ready to close that chapter.
Romy and Michele Sequel Still Possible? Alan Cumming Blames "Hollywood Misogyny" For Delay
Fans of Romy and Michele's High School Reunion rejoice! Alan Cumming thinks a sequel might actually happen. He blames "misogyny in Hollywood" for why it has taken so long. He points out if Romy and Michele's High School Reunion had starred two men there would have been multiple sequels by now. He feels there is bias against older women leading films even though fans would love to see Romy and Michele back on screen.
Turning 60 and Not Slowing Down: Alan Cumming Embraces Aging and Staying Curious
Alan Cumming recently turned 60 but he is not slowing down anytime soon. He actually said he "likes being this age" and finds it "very exciting." He feels like he is "subverting the expectations of what you're supposed to be like when you turn 60" just like he subverts expectations as a reality TV host. He jokes that he is waiting for something to "fall off like an old car" but says everything is still working fine. His secret to staying young at heart? Curiosity. He is just "curious about life" and that keeps him feeling young and engaged.
Alan Cumming's Iconic Roles: A Quick List
- Emcee in Cabaret (Stage): Tony Award-winning performance in the musical.
- Eli Gold in The Good Wife (TV): Emmy-nominated role as a political strategist.
- Mr. Floop in Spy Kids (Film): Memorable role in the children's film series.
- Sandy Frink in Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (Film): Cult classic role.
- Host of The Traitors (TV): Emmy-winning host of the hit reality competition show.
Secrets Spilled and Path Forged: Alan Cumming Continues to Surprise and Delight
Alan Cumming is a true original. He is not afraid to be himself to speak his mind and to try new things. From his thoughts on The Traitors and Cabaret to his reflections on aging and Hollywood Alan Cumming always has something interesting to say. He is a performer who has consistently defied expectations and forged his own unique path in entertainment and he is showing no signs of stopping anytime soon.