Jack Quaid Discusses Evolution of ‘The Boys’ Character
Young and rising star Jack Quaid, widely recognized for his role as Hughie Campbell in the Amazon Prime series “The Boys,” continues to make significant strides in his career. Quaid has expanded his repertoire with notable voice-over roles. These include Clark Kent/Superman in the upcoming series “My Adventures with Superman” and Peter Parker from Earth-65 in “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.” Additionally, he has ventured into the comedic side of the Federation as Brad Boimler in “Star Trek: Lower Decks” and “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.”
Expanding Beyond Traditional Roles
Quaid’s journey beyond traditional roles has been impressive and timely. In an episode of The Daily Beast’s “The Last Laugh” podcast, he opened up about his career and life experiences. The interview delved into various aspects of Quaid’s artistic journey, providing behind-the-scenes insights into what drives this talented actor. Known for his humility and self-awareness, Quaid embraces the term “nepo baby” without hesitation. He has forged his unique path, independent of his famous parents’ shadows.
Portraying Hughie Campbell
During the conversation, Quaid discussed his portrayal of Hughie Campbell in “The Boys,” offering viewers a fresh perspective on the character. Deeply committed to his role, Quaid shared his experience of playing a character who has faced numerous challenges, often bloody and intense. He explained that portraying Hughie involves more than just wearing a costume. It requires embodying a relatable character who grounds the show’s wild superhero antics.
Commitment to Character
“I love playing this character and I love that I get so much time with him,” Quaid said. “I’m the guy that has to react to the craziness in a realistic way—or as realistic as you can get on a show like this—in order to ground all of the insanity.” Quaid elaborated on how the latest season of “The Boys” delves into Hughie’s abandonment issues. This adds new layers to his character’s arc and blends horror with ordinary human experiences.
Memorable Anecdotes
One of Quaid’s memorable stories from “The Boys” involved his on-screen father, played by Simon Pegg. Originally, Hughie’s character in the comic was modeled after Pegg without his permission. Quaid humorously recalled how Pegg, instead of suing, responded with excitement, paving the way for the series.
Looking Ahead
Is Quaid’s perception of Hughie shaped by his deep connection with the character, or is there a complex, layered nature to Hughie that audiences are yet to fully uncover? Fans will have to wait for future seasons to continue exploring the ‘grounded insanity’ in the superhero world of “The Boys.”
Written by: ATC
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