Ted Lasso reclaimed the crown on Monday, September 12, as the best comedy series for the second consecutive year, a prize often called television’s Oscar. The feel-good story of an optimistic football coach has earned the hearts of players and fans alike, with AFC Richmond taking center stage. The English Premier League and the show’s star Jason Sudeikis—along with fellow cast member Brett Goldstein—also collected Emmys for their standout work, cementing their status with repeat wins.
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Goldstein, who writes and produces the series, embodies the tough Roy Kent, one of the program’s most talked-about characters in its second season on Apple TV+. The chatter isn’t just about his on-screen grit; it’s about how a character once thought to be digitally created sparked conversation when fans debated whether a flesh-and-blood actor stood behind him. Goldstein’s acceptance speech, sprinkled with a dash of censored profanity, would silence those rumors and reaffirm his performance as a cornerstone of the show’s success.
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During the second season’s broadcast of Ted Lasso, Reddit buzz suggested a rumor about the series’ former star dating someone connected to AFC Richmond. In reality, the assistant technician behind Ted Lasso is not a person at all but a CGI rendering. Goldstein’s commanding presence, paired with his signature beard, fueled speculation that the Apple production team was treating the character like a player in the latest FIFA game.
humble denial
The chatter grew so loud that Goldstein himself addressed it on social media, playfully debunking the rumors. The actor delivered a lighthearted jab about being a real, normal human who lives in a studio filled with effects, rendering, and data transfers, poking fun at the idea of a purely digital persona.
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Goldstein, a writer, producer, and commentator for Ted Lasso, collaborates with Apple TV+ creator Bill Lawrence on the beloved comedy. Lawrence, known for Scrubs, helped shape the show alongside Sudeikis after meeting during early pilots. Though initially brought on to write the screenplay, Goldstein convinced the team that he was the best choice to portray the gruff yet lovable Roy Kent, a role that challenges the character’s maturity and leadership within the club’s dynamic.
hardness and warmth
Goldstein succeeds in melding grit with tenderness. Roy Kent’s on-field clashes with referees mirror his off-field moments as a protective uncle, juggling responsibility with a sharp wit. After contributing to more than thirty projects, including Ricky Gervais’ affectionate creator-focused comedy Derek and the spirited Doctor Who crossover, Goldstein has worn many hats as producer, screenwriter, and performer, enriching Ted Lasso’s layered humor and heart.
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Goldstein’s career path even crosses into Spain via a stint connected to the University of Warwick and a life rich with cinematic and feminist threads. A family story about a strip club acquired during his father’s midlife crossroads became a vivid anecdote later explored in a theater festival Edinburgh show. Now, as Goldstein expands into new projects, his knack for blending pragmatic storytelling with an exuberant energy remains a defining trait of his performances.
Looking ahead, the show’s third season promises a continued balance of entertaining hijinks and insightful human moments. Viewers still debate whether Ted Lasso’s practical optimism pairs best with the show’s witty, sometimes thorny humor, but the consensus remains: the convicting charm of Ted Lasso, paired with Goldstein’s resilient Kent, continues to resonate with audiences around the world.