What can you tell us about the new series of In My Skin?
A whole lot happens, Bethan goes out with a big bang! Lots of bombs get dropped on her life and we see Bethan facing some really difficult choices and growing up, really.
What was it like joining the cast?
Dream come true! This is my first telly thing, I read the script and immediately fell in love with it. I watched the first series and was just besotted with the whole thing, with Beth and Trina’s relationship, BLT’s (Beth, Lydia and Travis) little gang, Lozza, all the characters, I just loved the whole thing and so joining the cast was a dream.
I was over the moon when I got the part and Gabi was soo, soo welcoming and Jo Hartley who plays Trina was as well. Gabi called me up beforehand and we had a really nice chat, she was giving me the lowdown on the style of the show. It’s a proper family vibe on the show and I was welcomed with open arms and am very grateful.
How would you best describe Cam?
Cam is the new kid on the block, she’s lived a couple of lives already, she’s seen a bit more of the world than the others. Her dad’s French which might as well be the moon for Bethan. Cam is studious and a little bit aloof and really grounded. I love her, cool new kid on the block and most importantly she’s a match for Bethan’s wits.
Do you think Cam suspects anything strange about Bethan’s home life?
Definitely, she knows for a fact that something is going on but she doesn’t know what it is. I think Cam is well off the mark when she’s considering what exactly it is about Bethan’s home life that is strange or suspect. It’s a barrier that’s stopping her and Bethan progressing to the next phase of properly getting to know each other and I think Cam’s mum is one of Cam’s favourite people and she’s really close to her. She can tell how close Bethan is with her mum so I think Cam knows something is up if Bethan is putting space between her and Trina.
What was it like working with Gabrielle Creevy?
Gabi Creevy is one of my favourite actors. I have honestly found it an honour, a privilege to work with her, she is phenomenal. From the first time I met her in my final casting the truthfulness in her acting and her generosity in the room and her jokes and her vibes are second to none. She is incredible and she’s a big BAFTA winner and deserves every bit of success that comes her way. She is blinding in this second series.
What stood out for you when you read the script?
How hilarious it is and how heart-breaking it is. It is a real page turner even when reading the script I was given episodes to read as I was auditioning for it and my jaw was on the floor. I was desperate to get to the next one, proper cliff-hangers. The writing is sublime, so, so funny and so, so tragic at the same time. It packs a lot into five episodes which are very juicy.
How would you describe In My Skin to someone who hasn’t seen it before?
It’s very, very funny, it’s very, very sad, makes you laugh, makes you cry and makes you fall in love with every single character in it and with Kayleigh Llewellyn’s mind.
What do you think makes In My Skin such a compelling watch?
For me, it is one of the most hilarious and heart-breaking things I’ve ever seen. It is super truthful with a script that is soo full of raw honesty and raw wit that comes straight from Kayleigh Lewellyn’s genius mind and across the board stunning performances that are just mind blowing. All these characters are incredible. I’m smiling just thinking about them. The family vibe on set, the nurturing, loving, careful and telling this story really translates on screen. Everyone’s a genius!
