Ted Lasso: Who Plays Roy Kent?

The genesis of Roy Kent is a tale as old as time. A writer is hired on a show. That writer then falls so in love with that character that he has no other option but to play him. That is how Brett Goldstein became the face of the iconic character. After the writer's room concluded for the season, Goldstein surreptitiously filmed audition scenes for the part and begged the staff not to say anything if they decided against casting him. Luckily the fates aligned, and fans wouldn't have it any other way.

Aside from "Ted Lasso," Goldstein also has other irons in the fire. While pulling double-duty as writer and actor in "Ted Lasso," he has also contributed a creation of his own for Apple TV+. Partnering with "Ted Lasso" and "Scrubs" producer Bill Lawrence, the two created the Jason Segel comedy, "Shrinking."

While "Shrinking" is certainly a darker take than the series that brought Goldstein acclaim, the series is an equally funny showcase about serious subjects. Segel plays Jimmy, a therapist who tries to counsel his patients all while struggling with his own mental health problems. Goldstein is well acquainted with writing dark characters trying to better people. Be it "Shrinking" or "Ted Lasso," the writer has risen quickly and is a talent to look out for.