Quote by Michelle Forbes

I had so many offers after 'True Blood' for things that were someone in the same vein, but nowhere near Alan Ball's vision. Or something that was over-the-top and fantastical. And I've always wanted to play the regular, working-class mom, and I've never really had the chance to do that.

I had so many offers after 'True Blood' for things that were

Summary

In this quote, the speaker is expressing their gratitude for being offered various roles after their appearance on the television show 'True Blood.' They mention that while many of the offers aligned with the show's vein, they didn't possess the same depth as the creator, Alan Ball's, vision. Instead, the speaker expresses their desire to portray a character that is relatable and down-to-earth, like a regular working-class mother. They convey disappointment that they haven't had the opportunity to explore this kind of role in their career thus far.

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