Erin Doherty’s ascent in the acting world has been nothing short of meteoric. The year began with a powerful performance in the gripping drama,Adolescence, where she portrayed Dr. Briony Ariston, a child psychologist tasked with understanding a troubled young boy. Her nuanced portrayal immediately resonated with audiences worldwide.
That captivating performance culminated in a Golden Globe award, presented in Beverly Hills earlier this year. Returning to the UK to celebrate, Doherty recently appeared on the Graham Norton show, ready to share stories from the whirlwind experience.
The actress recounted a particularly amusing moment involving her mother’s reaction to her acceptance speech. Despite the joyous occasion, a post-Emmy FaceTime call with her sister quickly took an unexpected turn when her mother interjected with a pointed critique.
“She just butted her head in and was like, ‘Can I just say, I could have done without the swearing,’” Doherty shared with Norton and the audience, mimicking her mother’s serious tone. Holding the trophy, she attempted to explain the significance of the moment, but her mother remained unimpressed.
The swearing, Doherty confessed, wasn’t born of disbelief at winning, but rather from sheer starstruck excitement. She’d spotted Cate Blanchett and, overcome with admiration, exclaimed her praise with a touch too much colorful language. A promise was made to her mother: no more swearing on stage.
Doherty wasn’t the only member of theAdolescenceteam to have a memorable encounter with a music icon. Stephen Graham, after winning Best Performance by an Actor, shared his own unbelievable experience in the winner’s room.
Graham recounted meeting Snoop Dogg, who presented at the awards and captivated many stars. The rapper shook Graham’s hand, looked him directly in the eye, and delivered a compliment that left the actor speechless: “You’re a motherf gangster.”
For Graham, the moment was a career highlight, a validation that completed a lifetime of admiration. It was a night of unexpected encounters and unforgettable accolades for the entire cast ofAdolescence.
