Jeff Bridges on Surviving and Thriving in The Old Man

Jeff Bridges, the Academy Award-winning actor, has been through a lot in the second season of "The Old Man. " Not only did his character, Dan Chase, face a deadly virus, but he also dealt with personal health issues. Despite all this, Bridges managed to bring depth and emotion to his role. The season finale left viewers on a cliffhanger, hinting at more to come. Bridges discussed his character's complex relationships and how he approached the intense role while battling stomach cancer. The show's future is uncertain, but Bridges' performance has certainly been a highlight. Bridges shared that he enjoys the unpredictability of the show, comparing it to life itself. He worked closely with the showrunner, Jon Steinberg, to ensure his character's development was authentic. The challenging scenes, such as being tied up while a virus takes over his body, required careful planning and execution. Bridges also praised his co-stars, particularly Amy Brenneman and Alia Shawkat, for their performances. The relationship between Dan Chase and his daughter Emily is a central theme. Bridges believes that Dan is surprised and somewhat resentful of Emily's newfound power, yet still loves her deeply. The emotional reunion in the finale set the stage for potential conflicts in the next season. Bridges' health issues added an extra layer of difficulty to the physical demands of the role. He credits the stunt coordinator, Tim Connolly, for making the fight scenes enjoyable. Despite the challenges, Bridges is proud of his work on "The Old Man" and considers it among his most cherished projects.