'Veep's Julia Louis-Dreyfus to host 8 female governors at DNC
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, the Emmy-winning actor known for her roles in Veep and Seinfeld, will host a panel during the Democratic National Convention (DNC), reportedly. The panel, organized in collaboration with the Democratic Governors Association, aims to highlight the achievements of female governors in the US. Louis-Dreyfus, a vocal supporter of the Democratic party and women's issues will moderate the discussion on August 21.
Panel to feature eight Democratic women governors
The panel, scheduled to take place during the DNC week in Chicago, will include eight Democratic women governors, namely: Arizona's Katie Hobbs, Kansas's Laura Kelly, Maine's Janet Mills, Massachusetts's Maura Healey, Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer, New Mexico's Michelle Lujan Grisham, New York's Kathy Hochul, and Oregon's Tina Kotek. Louis-Dreyfus expressed her enthusiasm for the event in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
Louis-Dreyfus praises Democratic women governors' leadership
"Throughout their time in office, Democratic women governors have made history, changed the conversation surrounding women in executive roles, and gotten big things done for the good people of their states," Louis-Dreyfus said. "They've shattered marble ceilings and demonstrated excellent leadership. Their voices are essential. I'm looking forward to our conversation and the opportunity to shine the spotlight on these accomplished leaders," she added.
'Veep' gains renewed interest amid real-life political developments
Louis-Dreyfus's role as Selina Meyer in Veep, the first fictional female vice president of the US, has gained renewed attention after President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate. Fans have drawn parallels between the show and recent political events, leading to a surge in viewership. The show's creator, Armando Iannucci, addressed these comparisons on social media last month. You can catch the show in India on JioCinema.
