What surprised you most about your character’s journey this season?
I think what surprised me most was how much Kerri struggles with insecurity in her relationship. She starts off so excited and happy with Beth, but as the season progresses, you see her constantly second-guessing herself. She becomes a bit of an insecure stress-head, which definitely puts tension on their relationship. Kerri goes through a lot of personal growth this season, and it’s a really vulnerable side of her that I wasn’t expecting to explore so deeply.
How did your understanding of your character evolve throughout filming?
Season 7 was actually the very first thing we filmed for Flunk, so this was my introduction to Kerri as a character. At first, I saw her as this fun, carefree person who just wanted to have a good time. But as we filmed, I realised how much of that is a cover for her insecurities — the fear of rejection, of being left behind, and of not being enough. There’s a lot more complexity to her emotions than I initially thought, and that made playing her even more interesting. I wanted to find a way to make her insecurities feel real and rooted in honesty, otherwise they would just come across as superficial.
What was the most challenging aspect of bringing your character to life this season?
The most challenging moments for me to portray were definitely when Kerri gets jealous or insecure. It’s hard because you don’t want the audience to resent her for causing conflicts, but at the same time, those emotions are so real and relatable. As an actor, you need to bring these conflicts to life but also ground them in reality to make the character feel human. Finding that balance — where you understand why she’s acting the way she is, even if she’s making mistakes — was a big challenge.
What are you most excited for viewers to experience when they watch this season?
The play! The scenes at the theatre were my favourite to film, and the story during that time is so fun, chaotic, and tense. I’m also really proud of Kerri for stepping up and deciding to put on the show just to make Beth happy. It’s a nice couple moment for Berri, but it also brings a lot of conflict and drama!
What was the most memorable moment from filming this season?
One of the most memorable experiences was meeting Harriette, who plays Beth. As I mentioned earlier, we actually filmed Season 7 before anything else, which meant that the day after meeting Harriette for the first time, we were already shooting some pretty emotional scenes. Since our characters had already been together for months at that point, we had to build chemistry and a believable connection incredibly quickly. Harriette has been the most incredible scene partner, and I’m so grateful to have gone through this process with her. Working on Flunk together and portraying such a close relationship on screen made forming a real-life friendship with her feel effortless.
What was your favourite location you filmed at, and why?
My favourite location to film at was the theatre. There’s always a buzz that comes from performing on stage or being in a theatre, and being in that space made it feel like we were preparing for a real show. We shot a lot of Flunk in a studio, so it was exhilarating to be on location, especially in a real theatre. Being in that environment, working alongside some of my favourite actors, made it such a fun experience.
What’s something you learned about yourself as an actor during this production?
I discovered what it’s like to portray a character over the course of several months and the instincts that develop when you live in a character for so long. Playing Kerri wasn’t just about stepping into her world for a few days at a time — it was about carrying her emotions, growth, and relationships over an extended period. I also brought so much of myself into the character; Kerri’s ADHD story, her vulnerabilities, and her loyalty to the people around her are all things I deeply connected with.
Can you share a behind-the-scenes story that really sticks with you?
One of my favourite behind-the-scenes moments was during a lunch break while filming at the theatre. Harriette, Jess, Brad, and I all crammed into my little pink car, blasted Renee Rapp, and drove to a nearby café. It was the first time we’d all hung out outside of filming, and it felt so nice to just relax and talk about life. What made it even more special was that it was our last day of shooting for the season, so it became this unexpected but perfect way to say goodbye — at least for now.
What do you hope viewers take away from your character’s story this season?
That love isn’t always easy — and that’s okay. Kerri is learning what it means to be in a relationship, to trust both herself and Beth, and to not let insecurity take control. I truly believe these feelings are a natural part of navigating a first relationship, especially when you’re young. As long as you communicate openly, things can work out. I hope viewers see a bit of themselves in Kerri and realise that these emotions are completely valid — and they don’t have to define you.
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