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‘It was legs out all the time!’ June Squibb on starring in Scarlett Johansson’s directing debut – and Broadway’s original Gypsy
- June Squibb, at 96, leads Eleanor the Great in Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut on Broadway.
- The piece traces Squibb’s career from Gypsy on Broadway in 1959 to Oscar-nominated work later in life.
- Johansson praised Squibb as “wonderful, very honest, very open” during production.
- The interview shares Squibb’s reflections on aging, fame arriving late, and her enduring stamina.
- Squibb discusses grief, the loss of her husband, and protecting her son as he faced hardship.
- The article highlights Squibb’s theatre roots and her adaptability across film and stage.
- Squibb recalls her early stage days, including The Boy Friend in the 50s and Gypsy’s Electra.
- The piece notes that June Squibb once did modelling and provocative magazine shoots to make ends meet.
- The interview portrays Squibb as candid about sexuality and aging.
- Supporters and collaborators, including Erin Kellyman, are described as close friends on set.
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