During the White House Correspondents’ Association weekend, Deadline hosted a gathering featuring the creator and cast of Netflix’s ‘The Diplomat,’ joined by Irish Ambassador to the United States, Geraldine Byrne Nason.
Stars Keri Russell and Rufus Sewell, along with creator Debora Cahn, engaged in a panel discussion with Deadline’s Ted Johnson, with notable guests like Samantha Power, Anthony Fauci, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) in attendance.
Reflecting on real-life parallels to the show, Ambassador Nason humorously remarked, “Some things I haven’t seen were the kind of skinny dipping,” to which Russell jokingly replied, “Don’t limit yourself. It may still come to pass.”
Nason highlighted the intricate nature of diplomacy, stating, “There is very little that we would ever say is fair in love or war, or politics or diplomacy. But I think what we as diplomats, our trade, is to interpret a political guidance at the top level.”
Inspired by conversations with diplomats like Beth Jones, creator Debora Cahn crafted the series, infusing foreign policy narratives with high-stakes thrillers. Russell emphasized the allure of the show’s attention to detail and hard work, while Sewell praised its seamless blend of seriousness, comedy, and realism.
As ‘The Diplomat‘ wraps up its second season, fans can expect more nuanced storytelling that navigates the complexities of politics and diplomacy with thrilling precision. Stay tuned for the full panel video for deeper insights into the making of this captivating series.
