Carrie Coon Shines as Bertha Russell in the Return ofThe Gilded Age
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So, let me tell you about something I just caught on CBS Mornings —and it’s got me genuinely excited. Actress Carrie Coon sat down with the hosts to talk about her powerhouse role as Bertha Russell in The Gilded Age , the lavish HBO period drama that’s making its return on June 22. If you haven’t watched the first season yet, you're missing out on one of the most visually stunning and sharply acted dramas on television right now. And at the heart of it all? Coon, who is nothing short of magnetic.
In the series, set in the opulent chaos of late 19th century New York, Coon plays Bertha Russell—a woman of new money married to a wealthy railroad tycoon. But Bertha’s not content with wealth alone; she’s determined to claw her way into the elite circles of old-money society. Watching her character navigate that tightrope—balancing bold ambition with emotional vulnerability—has been a real treat. And from what Coon shared in the interview, season two is going to push that even further.
She spoke candidly about how much she enjoys embodying Bertha, a character who is equal parts tactician and rebel. It's not just about fancy gowns and gilded staircases—though the production design is breathtaking—it’s also about how a woman in that era had to fight, in her own way, to be taken seriously. What makes Carrie Coon’s portrayal so compelling is how she makes us root for a character who’s breaking all the rules while still playing the game.
It’s rare to see a role like this—rich in historical nuance, emotionally charged, and unapologetically bold. Coon said that she sees Bertha as a “builder”—someone not just climbing the social ladder, but reshaping it entirely. That complexity is what keeps us watching.
So, mark your calendar: June 22, HBO. Carrie Coon is back as Bertha Russell, and I can already tell it’s going to be a season filled with drama, elegance, and fire. I honestly can’t wait to see how far Bertha will go—and how fiercely Coon will bring her to life.
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