The Gilded Age and Sex and the City share actors – From Cynthia Nixon to Nathan Lane, HBO’s two worlds meet
Two great shows, many familiar faces
Between HBO’s historical drama ‘The Gilded Age‘ and the ‘Sex and the City’ universe (which includes the revival series ‘And Just Like That…’ and two films), many actors have played dual roles.
Apart from Cynthia Nixon, many other well-known faces connect these two great franchises. Let’s get to know about these actors!
Stars shining in dual roles
Cynthia Nixon: A journey to two different worlds
As the most recognizable name, Cynthia Nixon played Miranda Hobbes in ‘Sex and the City’ (1998-2004), both films and ‘And Just Like That…’. At the same time, she appeared as Ada Forte (formerly Brooks) in all seasons of ‘The Gilded Age’.
Kelli O’Hara: From wedding to palace
Kelli, who appeared as a wedding guest named Ellen in ‘Sex and the City 2′, became Agnes’ niece Aurora Fane in ‘The Gilded Age’.
Ashlie Atkinson: From editor to socialite
Ashlie made her mark as Carrie’s book editor Amanda in ‘And Just Like That…’ and as real-life socialite Mamie Fish in ‘The Gilded Age’.
Nathan Lane: From cabaret to Capote
Nathan became cabaret singer Bobby Fine in ‘Sex and the City’ season 5 and appeared as Ward McAllister, based on Truman Capote, in ‘The Gilded Age’.
There are many more interesting connections
Katie Finneran: dinner party guest Ellen in ‘Sex and the City’ Season 1 and councilman’s wife Anne Morris in ‘The Gilded Age’ Season 1
LisaGay Hamilton: From Miranda’s neighbor Kendall to a famous abolitionist and author Frances Watkins Harper
Marceline Hugot: From MC Mary of the Firefighter Calendar Contest to Mrs. Foster of the New York Heritage Society
Where to watch both shows?
If you want to enjoy both these shows, the good news is that ‘The Gilded Age’, ‘Sex and the City’, both ‘Sex and the City’ movies and ‘And Just Like That…’ are all available to stream on HBO Max.
These are shows from two different times and stories, but these actors have proved their talent in both. Did you recognize them in both shows?
Summary:
HBO’s ‘The Gilded Age’ and ‘Sex and the City’ universes have many shared cast members. Stars like Cynthia Nixon, Nathan Lane, Kelli O’Hara have played different characters in both franchises.