Thursday, January 8, 2026

Feel Good Interview Series: Meet Broadway Star Emily Skinner Recently in Pen Pals - 11 Things To Know About Her

By Markos Papadatos

Broadway performer and Tony Award-nominated Emily Skinner is known for starring in the Off-Broadway show "House of McQueen," opposite Luke Newton of "Bridgerton" as the title character, where she played fashion designer Alexander McQueen's mother Joyce, and her performance earned her rave reviews from fans and critics alike.

Most recently, she starred in the Off-Broadway show "Pen Pals," where she played the role of Bernie opposite her real-life best friend Donna Lynne Champlin. 
Skinner shared 10 interesting and fun things about herself.

Emily's Favorite Movie

Her favorite movie is the classic "Singin' in the Rain."
Her Favorite Series to Binge

Her favorite series to binge-watch is "The Diplomat."

Emily's Favorite Sports to Watch and to Play

On her favorite sports to watch and to play, Skinner responded, "I'm not a sports person. I don't watch sports, but I like walking and doing shows... that's my favorite sport."

Favorite Mottos to Live By

On her favorite motto to live by, she revealed, "Think beyond yourself." "Think about other people," she attested.

What Emily Skinner Says is the Best Thing About Being her Age

On the best thing about being her age, she said, "I think I understand the power of thinking beyond yourself, and connection with other people. Also, it's not all about you!"

What is the Best Advice She Has Ever Been Given?

Regarding the best advice she has ever been given, Skinner reiterated, "Think beyond yourself!" "Cultivate empathy," she said.

Her Favorite Cheat Meal

Her favorite cheat meal would be "pizza."

What Her Alternate Career Choice Might Be...

On her alternate career choice outside of entertainment, she said, "I would love to do something that has to do with animals."

Her Favorite Hobby to Unwind

Her favorite hobby to unwind and relax is "reading." "I'm a big reader," she admitted.

Does She Have a Favorite Music?

On her favorite music, she said, "I don't have a favorite music. My tastes are pretty broad. I kind of like everything."

If Emily Skinner Could Have a Superpower It Might Be...

Her superpower of choice would be "invisibility."

To learn more about Emily Skinner, follow her on Instagram.

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