I would see them in the grocery store when you’re checking out.
I remember my mom talking about them every once in a while.
But I didn’t know a whole lot about the comics.
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Even when others don’t.
That’s really what makes her unique.
Ethel makes her debut in tonight’s episode.
I feel very honored to get to play this character that people already know and are very familiar with.
I’m definitely excited to see what they do with the two of us.
Fans have noted the similarities between Barb and Ethel.
We’ll see later on in season 1 how she spends a lot of time in her thoughts.
But I think Ethel is really willing to give people the benefit of the doubt.
Riverdaledoes referenceStranger Thingsonce or twice.
What was that like?It was cute that they threw that in there.
I think that they’ve done it in a way that doesn’t feel too cheesy or obvious.
We also got a Barb reference in the Golden Globes opening.
How did that come about?It was crazy!
That was the craziest thing in the world for me to hear.
I watch Jimmy Fallon all the time.
I think he’s hilarious.
And so much fun.
Did you have to play all the Barbs?I was just the one in the middle.
We had like 10-12 other swimmers who were dressed like Barb.
It was an interesting experience, and they were all really cool and it came out so great.
Obviously, I do have to ask you aboutStranger Thingsseason 2.
So there’s a possibility for anything.
But I know about as much about season 2 as everybody else does.
So there’s really no way to tell.
But I’d love to be back if I had the chance.
Riverdaleairs Thursdays at 9 p.m.
ET on The CW.
