Andie MacDowell opens up about her mental health struggles: 'Maid' interview

Andie MacDowell reveals to Brief Take how she felt deeply connected and empathetic towards her bipolar & PTSD-addled character Paula in the new Netflix limited series 'Maid'. She also talks about how grateful she is for her daughter Margaret Qualley bringing the personal role to her and how she relished portraying a sexually liberated woman who presents herself very differently than Andie.
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[@peggywickizer4849]

Andie should win some award for her role in this Netflix series. She was amazing.

[@esthersealey6650]

I totally agree. I have a new respect for how excellent she is at her craft.

[@laanmac1]

She was awesome…

[@kerstinvest8677]

I said the same thing! She was incredible!

[@audreykirstein3507]

Without a doubt... she was just flawless...

[@cureouscat]

Every cast member was amazing. Extremely talented actors! They should win best ensemble cast!

[@gabrielatoneloto6643]

She finally broke that type casting thing actors get stuck with. She did an amazing performance and now we know her true range as an actress

[@JR3218f]

This is the best show so far from Netflix about a wonderful and inspirational young woman - Alex who has integrity and is miles apart from the usual shallow Netflix characters. Breath of fresh air

[@miamanning7871]

Agree one of my favorites Oscar and award winning performances

[@kristitrimble9658]

That's it! Depth....

[@victoriafristensky1601]

She deserves an Oscar for her performance…..it was so real…so raw!

[@Historian212]

Emmy. Oscars are for movies.

[@russianvoodoo]

@@Historian212 well for me, this was a movie.

[@Proverbs--tx6yr]

She probably wasn’t acting…you can see her discontentment of spirit in her demeanor. She needs the Lord, He’s the only one that can battle these spirits that take charge of our minds & souls✝️❤️

[@russianvoodoo]

@@Proverbs--tx6yr you need a therapist.

[@delrey874]

In my opinion, Maid was the best show of the year.

[@tiadavenport5465]

You know that you've created a very realistic character when it's hard to watch. Ms. MacDowell, your portrait of Paula was outstanding.

[@sharondiaz137]

She is still such a beautiful stunning woman. I love her hair too

[@bebaios]

I seriously hated her character to death. I really thought she was the worse mom ever, like her daughter said. Brilliant brilliant actress, she totally deserves an award, and Margaret too. They both were great

[@jensingerlady]

Totally agree, Andie should get an acting award for her multidimensional performance.

[@dorymcdonough7727]

The best series I’ve ever seen . Cried like a baby .

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@russianvoodoo]

I was BAWLING when she said she's staying. I'm still getting emotional about it. This movie (this is the only was I can think of this series) touched me in a very special way. It's both traumatic and therapeutic.

[@karare4]

She is aging gracefully....looks so beautiful!!

[@TheDbugg]

Agree. She’s beautiful

[@cdemp4795]

She's beautiful. I love her hair!

[@lisad2701]

Lots of botox except for between the eyes. Don't tell me that you can't see all of the cosmetic work she's had done.

[@mimi1o8]

Refreshing, to see a famous female that doesn't look Fake . A real natural beauty.

[@anononnl]

@@lisad2701 Do you even know what Botox does?

[@oracleofaltoona]

One of the greatest performances I have ever seen on any screen…. TV or big screen

[@CindymeCindy]

Maid was fabulous, both the lead and Andie just "became" the characters. They weren't acting it, they were living it. It was an amazing series.

[@michellement2158]

Her performance deserves an award . Her and her alone actually got the tears to fall . I felt like I almost cried at other scenes but her scene at the beach had me really crying from deep inside .

[@Diazepamber]

I loved her acting in this! Bipolar is more accepted in the past 10 years than ever. The way the role was in denial of her ilness and called it creativity was very profound. Thank you Andi

[@nflfangirl19]

She gave my of my fav performances I’ve seen in a while. & she has the most beautiful hair!!

[@ntombifuthigumede]

She is incredible. What a moving performance on 'Maid'!

[@marylandmom]

She deserves to be nominated for an Emmy or Oscar for her role. She was excellent.

[@lolam.9291]

I always thought Andie was beautiful; but, now, even more so with that gorgeous grey and silver hair. I love strong women who are not afraid to be natural.

[@safetygirl53]

One of the best series I've seen. Binge watched over a couple of days and am still thinking about it. All the actors were fantastic especially Andie and Margaret.

[@MarilynFromTarotClarity]

Outstanding performance by Ms McDowall, she needs to win an Emmy. For real.

[@pollacksharman0147]

How are you doing😎😎😎

[@desiderata333]

Oh please let there be a season TWO! This series is amazing and everyone was brilliant in it! Bravo! And this is based on a true story…yet it seems so similar to millions of us. Blessings to all.

[@kristitrimble9658]

Best rated Netflix show...There will be a Season 2.

[@peggywickizer4849]

Has Netflix's Maid season 2 been confirmed? Sadly, no. Maid is currently marketed as a limited series, which makes a second season feel unlikely, especially given how the first season ends. Oct 11, 2021

[@peternewman1179]

An EMMY for Andie !!

[@artistmaureensharkey5321]

I marathon watched MAID. I loved it! I LOVED your role, Andy, and how you played it. You are a great actor!!

[@rose_quartz_loveandlight]

The most moving show I've seen for years, bravo ❤️

[@dannydocekal8870]

What a challenge and Andie more than knocked it out of the park. Reminding me of my wife’s mother who is in a similar mental state.

[@anigerrr]

If this were a movie she would get an oscar nomination

[@mistysmith20]

Andie you did amazing!!! My mom is Bipolar and my siblings and I are blown away that watching you in that role was like rewatching our life!!! Just AMAZING!!

[@shaquille.oatmeal.1385]

She’s so pretty damn

[@DynamicBailey]

I haven’t heard of this show but I can’t wait to start watching it. This woman is just an ageless beauty💖

[@cureouscat]

You should see it now!!! It won't fail you :)

[@darnitthelma4247]

It’s amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Dreaminclouds315]

I watched it in 2 days! Soo good

[@darnitthelma4247]

@@Dreaminclouds315 I wanted to but kids & job got in the way😂😂😂 I will watch it again though in the far future on a kid free job free day😃👌🏻

[@user-on7zd8yi8g]

Haven’t seen it either

[@pennasylvania]

I’ve always liked her. Maids with her daughter was so well done. I’m bipolar. Patty Duke was the 1st actress to admit she suffered from it too.

[@tmcq7932]

I loved the Maid, best drama I’ve seen on Netflix. Andie and her daughter Margaret were both fantastic in it. 🥰🇨🇮

[@sayresrudy2644]

"Maid" is brilliant, Andie and MQ incomparable.

[@wonderwoman5528]

Just finished the series and I’m sad because I’ve grown so attached to the characters, and I want to see what happens next

[@Spindrifts]

Same here, I kept imagining the next chapter: Montana

[@lizjohnson6324]

Just finished watching the Maid I loved it.It was an amazing story.Hope this story can inspire others to make better choices in life .

[@catz8XinTheHat]

Phenomenonal Andi well done, you've shown amazing depth, more to come i hope x

[@pauletterothbart4413]

Love this women and found myself deeply moved by her performance that was beyond believable., as Paula in Maid.

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎😎

[@user-sd5vi1bt6b]

Omg I just seen all these episodes and it reminds me of my mom, my daughter when she was a toddler and I. Resonates. My suffered mental illness and I list her 4 years ago. I miss her so much. Last episode I cried and so happy for Alex.

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@user-sd5vi1bt6b]

@@pollacksharman0147 I'm good nd you

[@pollacksharman0147]

@@user-sd5vi1bt6b I'm doing great where are you from if I may ask?

[@user-sd5vi1bt6b]

@@pollacksharman0147 California nd u?

[@pollacksharman0147]

@@user-sd5vi1bt6b I'm from key west Florida how is the weather there?

[@marionworlwide2002]

Fantastic show. All actors are amazing on MAID

[@pattyolczak7287]

awesome show ..Love Andie and Margaret.. perfect performance 10 stars We want another season !!!

[@peggyolson6511]

during the first few episodes, I was totally overwhelmed by the talent of Margaret. Then, when Andie was the focus of the scenes with the mental breakdown, she really got my attention, and in fact, moved me to tears. I thought she was excellent in Sex, Lies and Videotape, but I do believe this has been the standout performance of her career.

[@jeanjeang8914]

Omg what a wonderful show...I know she's a proud mommy..her dgt was amazing too

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎😎

[@luislopez3963]

always have enjoyed and loved Andie's work. She has an ageless face for any time especially Victorian. her versatility and genuine output always makes her shine and gives us the absolute best. Thank You Andie, have a wonderful upcoming Holidays

[@nancychiok7209]

Andie is a very versatile actress! Her acting blew my mind

[@janicekenny250]

What a beautiful actress, I love watching her shows, she is not only beautiful but truly amazing,

[@Nina-kr8yc]

Best series in a long time! I really could relate to the single mum cleaning to make ends meet. Minus the abuse.

[@rufuswoods6330]

I can relate to this single mom. By the grace of God my mom was a good beautiful woman. I am sure she thought I was probably bi-polar . she gave me strength. I lost my 2 best friends with in 3 months. All I had was a lying cheating emotionally, financially abusive husband. I wish our domestic abuse laws in South Carolina were on top of narcissistic drunks To anyone reading this please know that a broken hand will heal. I am 59 and I honestly have no hope of my heart ever healing because of the constant abuse from Jeff

[@peacelovejoyandhappiness]

I was recently told I reminded someone of Andie MacDowell, what a compliment. Andie is a woman of class if you ask me!

[@trujustice8628]

And amazing performance. Andie is a phenom who has always brought it. Loved her performance.

[@heleneguitton9511]

She definitely deserves an award !!!

[@ninor.9875]

She is so classy

[@uptone12111]

Heading to Netflix now-didn't know about this

[@donnataylor980]

She is still very beautiful I loved the series

[@eddie195777]

Andie is such a wonderful actress and still as beautiful as ever. I remember the first time I saw her in a movie. It was the movie Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes. Enjoyed the movie and her performance.

[@CathyS_Bx]

Andie's dialog was dubbed by Glenn Close in that movie and I think the movie was a fiasco for her. For some reason, the movie's executives didn't think Andie's own American cadences were appropriate. A lot went wrong for that movie and yet I appreciate it on many levels--but I do feel sorry for Andie. She would soon wow us all with Sex, Lies, and Videotape.

[@libertygiveme1987]

I've ALWAYS LOVED Andie MacDowell, especially now, knowing how fragile she is!!!! Feel better Andie!!!!

[@elizabethconroy7665]

Haven’t seen this film so looking forward to seeing it

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@ernarc23]

I love Andie MacDowell. What a sweet lady.

[@carleenmessina5022]

Great Andie! You did a great job in this series. Award worthy ! Thank you.,,!

[@robinwildberger8262]

Andie MacDowell = gorgeous/ timeless beauty

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎

[@msl8442]

She was spectacular in the series🌸🌼🌺

[@mosaicmuse9797]

Andie you are amazing! Sharing so much of yourself with the world and LOVE your hair! Gorgeous

[@annaroszak-robinson868]

Absolutely great interview

[@carmencanning3566]

I love this show , I watched twice already 😍

[@MareRS357]

Loved Andie on Netflix series Maid. I feel bad for anyone dealing with mental illness. In a way she was just a free spirit. She definitely needed medication. Felt bad when she lost her home. 😊❤️

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@Scully331]

Wonderful actress great performance.

[@suria.617]

This show was really really good! Didn't know that was her daughter until waay after the fact. It's crazy how much they look alike! Hope there is a second season! Sidebar: they both talk the same & how they move their mouth

[@nanphyo1983]

Why didn't I know her and Margaret??? I have binge watch maid series. I was deadly good. I cry at the last episode

[@elizabethmcleod246]

The show is fabulous!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

She is always beautiful!

[@jj-ft8sn]

You were absolutely terrific along with ur daughter. And that sweet lil girl, thanks for your portrayals.

[@ziggy33399]

She’s always been good for me…enjoyed this. Enjoy her, really. Thx 🌹

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@txlilsis46]

Just amazing 🥲 You should be winning 🏅

[@davidgo8874]

Last time I saw Andie was on "Inside the Actors Studio" with James Lipton. It was a wonderful interview. Learned a lot about acting, pronunciation and storytelling. I dident know she was still acting though.

[@brandyyellow]

Excellent show , you did a great part , do a follow series

[@mariemarin5347]

Loved the show ..

[@russianvoodoo]

This role is something else. It's not just a 10 out 10 or Oscar worth performance, but something higher than that. Her role in maid is simply genius.

[@lesleewatson4266]

Great show.

[@louisefitzgerald4400]

You and your daughter were amazing.

[@c_louie670]

Amazing interview

[@youngspiritsinging]

Andie McDowell hit it on the nail .

[@janc8199]

I always loved Andie..she is a natural beauty..The grey hair is beautiful on her.

[@nicst3373]

She’s still looking so beautiful

[@samueljean4201]

“She aged very well this is natural beauty women should embrace this.”

[@stanfatou2002]

Woah she is one of the prettiest women ever

[@VILJL]

She was born in 1958. She is now (2021) 63 years old and will be 64 on April 21, 2022

[@cathyhunter1263]

Andie your a champ♡

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how are you doing😎😎😎

[@Ana-wj4hl]

Serie impresionante te hace plantearte cosas y verte reflejada en muchos aspectos de tu vida

[@josephpress1235]

Andie!Loved you in maid every one from that era has a mom that had a little bit of of your character .My mom If diagnosed back than would be bi polar ADHD,and more to bad never got help.

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

love her

[@budd_rose]

I FINALLY SEEN THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMAN I EVER SEEN!!!

[@susanb5058]

Loved Maid!!! More like that please!

[@Dwoww1568]

Michael! with her is a forgotten gem

[@denasharpe2393]

Absolutely...it was a lovely film and beautiful performance and from Travolta as well....

[@ednahkarmen]

I love her accent, she s adorable ☺️

[@jacquelinegros403]

I loved your performance.

[@emh8861]

Love her grey

[@EL-ERIC]

Andie is absolutely beautiful😉

[@ntombifuthigumede]

She is stunning btw

[@chicanica64]

Wonderful actress!

[@mangomania7321]

He isn't blinking

[@oleskool1031]

My favorite scene: Cotton Candy!

[@rebeccawhalen2590]

She has a face of a princess. She really should add some color to her hair

[@idorski9979]

Why? Think her hair is beautiful and she looks great.