Alright TV fans get ready to say goodbye to one of the funniest and most outrageous families on television. We are talking about the Gemstones from HBO's "The Righteous Gemstones". Yep the final season is here and things are about to get even wilder before we bid farewell to Jesse Gemstone and his chaotic televangelist clan. Let's dive into what the cast is saying about the ending the crazy moments and what made this show so special.
Danny McBride on Jesse Gemstone's Journey and the Show's Lasting Impact Beyond the Laughs
Danny McBride the mastermind behind "The Righteous Gemstones" who not only created the show but also stars as the eldest Gemstone son Jesse has been reflecting on the journey. He says every project shapes you especially when you pick roles that push you. For "Gemstones" he and the team constantly tried to challenge themselves exploring new themes and situations. It is all about growth and keeping things exciting even when it's super difficult to be both in front of and behind the camera at the same time.
Cassidy Freeman who plays Jesse's wife Amber Gemstone chimed in praising McBride's incredible ability to juggle everything. She mentioned how few people can hold so much in their head and still deliver a real performance on camera calling him an outstanding director.
From Satanism to Romance: Kelvin and Keefe's Unexpectedly Heartwarming Bromance
One of the surprise hits of "The Righteous Gemstones" is the relationship between Kelvin Gemstone played by Adam Devine and Keefe Chambers played by Tony Cavalero. Initially meant for comedic relief their bond became much more. Devine shared that Danny McBride saw their real-life friendship and thought "These guys should be gay." He joked that their "very hetero relationship" inspired the on-screen dynamic.
Devine and Cavalero both agree that their characters' relationship evolved naturally. They started with silly situations but playing the drama straight made it even funnier. Now Kelvin and Keefe have a central and truly heartwarming arc in the show. Cavalero mentioned that he and Devine are good pals in real life and that he will miss being close to his buddy Adam and hanging out on set.
Judy and BJ: A Rollercoaster Romance Rooted in Real Commitment Despite the Chaos
Judy Gemstone played by Edi Patterson and her partner BJ Barnes played by Tim Baltz have had a wild ride throughout the series. Patterson sees Judy and BJ as "the real deal" truly in love and meant to be together. She thinks Judy just messes up sometimes and is a bit "stunted" having to learn lessons later in life. But ultimately their love is real and strong.
Baltz added that their characters are about showing true commitment even with all the "turbulence and turmoil" around them. They always approached Judy and BJ's relationship with the idea that they are deeply in love committed to each other and will come out stronger no matter what tests they face.
Baby Billy Steals Every Scene (and Maybe Your Wallet): Ranking the Gemstone Family's Best Characters
Collider.com actually ranked the best characters on "The Righteous Gemstones" and Baby Billy Freeman played by Walton Goggins topped the list! They called him the "most dominating presence" with unmatched charisma and comedy. Even though he is always scheming for a quick buck Baby Billy is not a villain. He is more like that eccentric relative with over-the-top plans making him super relatable and hilarious.
Here’s Collider's Top 5 Gemstone Characters:
- Baby Billy Freeman (Walton Goggins)
- Eli Gemstone (John Goodman)
- Kelvin Gemstone (Adam Devine)
- Jesse Gemstone (Danny McBride)
- Judy Gemstone (Edi Patterson)
Other standout characters they highlighted include Amber Gemstone for being a "level-headed badass" Keefe Chambers for his kindness and BJ for his unwavering loyalty to Judy.
Mementos and Future Plans: What the Gemstones Cast Took Home (and What's Next for Danny McBride)
With the show ending the cast did take some mementos from the set. Danny McBride admitted he took a church pew the Kelvin and Keefe rocking chairs and the Golden Bible. Adam Devine joked he "very much did not keep anything" because he "hated the way Kelvin dressed."
As for what's next McBride teased taking some downtime after "Gemstones" wraps up. But knowing his history of creating and starring in hit shows like "Eastbound & Down" and "Vice Principals" fans probably won't have to wait too long for his next project. And who knows maybe we will see some of the Gemstone cast pop up in future Danny McBride productions. One can only hope!