The Prom breakout star Jo Ellen Pellman hopes queer people believe they have a happy ending like her Netflix film Jo Ellen Pellman, who also identifies as queer similar to her character in The Prom, hopes her debut film can be a two-hour break from all that’s happening in the world. Jo Ellen Pellman | (Da Shaunae Marisa/The New York Times)
During her second day ever on a film set, Jo Ellen Pellman came face to face with an irate Meryl Streep.
“You owe me a house!” Streep, a three-time Oscar winner snarled, eyes flashing, as she ripped off her blazer and lunged at the 24-year-old ingénue.
New Star of âThe Promâ Sees a Chance to Make L.G.B.T.Q. Characters Visible
Like her character, Jo Ellen Pellman identifies as queer, and she is making her film debut in the Netflix musical alongside A-listers like Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman.
âItâs the best feeling in the world knowing I can bring my authentic self to the role,â Jo Ellen Pellman said of âThe Prom.âCredit.Da Shaunae Marisa for The New York Times
Published Dec. 11, 2020Updated Dec. 12, 2020
During her second day ever on a film set, Jo Ellen Pellman came face to face with an irate Meryl Streep.