Edgar Ramirez & Darren Criss On "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story"

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[@harvini1]

Darren should win an Emmy for his performance. He is amazing.

[@paulpascobello5335]

And he did...😊

[@julybuenaobra2785]

Darren just won Golden Globes! He is super amazing!

[@vvpenny1109]

@@julybuenaobra2785 Hell yes that's awesome he deserves it

[@iAManj1]

And he diddd

[@hfxmusicman]

Edgar Ramirez looks exactly like Gianni in the movie. I wouldn't have known this was him he looks so different as his real self.

[@velvetraptor8540]

Yes, the makeup artist deserves an award - Emmy? What is it for TV?

[@robertclarke9485]

Make up used prosthetics for this part.....and it was an absolutely amazing likeness of Gianni Versace...

[@velvetraptor8540]

I think it is an Emmy. It will be interesting to see what attention these two and the Donatella actress get. And Martin! They were all astonishing.

[@michelehaber61]

Watch glee if u haven’t already so good as Blaine , fantastic singer. I did , never had watched so I didn’t know Darren, now I do, great actor, EMMY!

[@illmatic1668]

@@velvetraptor8540 I know this is 2 years old, but the "Donatella" actress.. You mean Oscar winning actress with a long career PENELOPE CRUZ????? Put some respect on her name lol.

[@nanichantel7646]

why isnt anyone talking about how much darren criss actually looked like cunanan? and both darren and andrew are half-filipinos

[@lxrmusic7339]

And both feel very self important right away - and Cunanan, the fucker was said to have an IQ over 140, but the successful destiny that he was pushed for by his parents drove him mad and sociopathic. We are living in an age of the superficial and I think that's what connects Versace and his killer. As much as society will boost the ego of the consumer, fashion is just the best way to draw out narcissism and early forms of sociopathy. I feel zero sympathy for any of the real people portrayed in this story. You live in a world of Kardashian mentality, maybe you need to be erased from history : next. The only sympathetic element of this show is Edgar Ramirez - but not his character.

[@oliviaandrade8350]

Also Edgar Ramirez looks a LOT like Gianni Versace

[@tori2dles]

Nani Chantel - I’ve written that in various video comment sections, too. Darren has mentioned that, as well, that it was eerie for him to see pics of Cunanan. The 1/2 Filipino connection also partially freaked him.

[@tori2dles]

LXR Music - The series actually showed quite a sharp contrast between Giani & Andrew in that respect. Over and over, it was shown how very down to earth and grounded Versace was. He was portrayed as a man who came from very humble beginnings; beginnings he never forgot and deeply cherished. He was a man who was connected and committed to his loved ones. Along with the interpersonal, Versace worked diligently at his craft so that he could support himself with his artistry. He didn’t want his creativity and desire to spread beauty to merely be a hobby. He had a dream to design clothing as a child and his mother trained him in dressmaking since he was a little guy. So the opulence surrounding him wasn’t him being pretentious or showing off to impress others. His opulence was an extension of his creativity and desire to spread beauty wherever he was. He saw beauty as a healing, nurturing force. The point is, he was genuine. Andrew Cunanan was raised to believe he was special and more important than others in that specialness. His father objectified him and placed him on a pedestal, just as he objectified others and trampled them under his feet. So Andrew wasn’t taught empathy or compassion. He was taught that he deserved the best simply because he existed and that others were put on earth to serve him and cater to his whims. As long as he believed his father was a rich stock broker with Merrill-Lynch, this façade gave Andrew a sense of stability. But when his father abandoned the family, sold the home and fled the country with the entire family wealth, he realized his whole life was predicated on a lie. But Andrew didn’t know how to start from something small and build up. He was used to luxury and favoritism at the get-go, not working to achieve something and celebrating the achievement. He wanted instantaneous reward and recognition without commensurate effort or achievement. His relationships were shallow and he didn’t feel actual love, though he was obsessed with the fantasies of perfect, illustrious, ideal love. He could not be himself as he didn’t know who he truly was. He could only project images of what he thought others wanted to see enough to hook them emotionally. Then he’d feed off the attention he garnered from that until he became bored or they rejected him. There was no authentic self, only a false self. Andrew’s addiction to riches was materialism through and through. Whereas Giani’s opulence came from a true artist’s heart, Andrew’s came from delusions of grandiosity and a compulsion to exploit.

[@benblexbenblex]

White passing privilege

[@ainuvee]

I really hope that Darren Criss will be more recognized after this role. All of the cast was very good but Criss was outstanding!

[@mofiziul]

Darren criss will be in demand for major film roles from now, he is awsome actor!

[@idolfun1454]

mo786 I can see him as a batman movie Villain, I think he is perfect for the role of the Riddler.

[@lxrx8494]

Well he really said 📉📉📉📉 with his new “Hollywood” Netflix show

[@bdaypartiesri]

Yes he is i was in awww

[@anne.enrique]

2020 any big movies? Haven't seen hom in any

[@tickle.wiggle]

I mean! He's Harry freaking Potter! He's totally awesome

[@alexeiromanov2250]

Edgar Ramirez is a FANTASTIC actor.

[@SuperRobertoClemente]

One of my all-time favorites. "Carlos" was the unsung role of the century thus far, no joke.

[@anapao89]

To think I used to see him in Venezuela casually eating in the street food places and watching his novelas after school. Amazing to see him now at this level, he is an incredible human being

[@areeiam5927]

I’m totally agree. Edgar is so amazing actors.

[@blairelliott3311]

Darren Criss and Edgar Ramirez speak so well about the show and their characters.

[@nunnayrbznz3576]

Edger Ramirez was absolutely perfect in this role. He exuded beauty, empathy, kindness that one wouldn't expect in a cursory view of a celebrity. He really found the heart of this beautiful man so cruelly snuffed out and whose love for his partner of 15 years was so horribly discounted, Especially how his family ignored his wishes for his love after his death, That in itself is yet another crime committed by Gianni's own family who he gave so much to. They are offensive in living off his legend but giving his heart and his wishes no consideration. Part of Gianni's magic came from the love he was lucky to have for so long. As a gay man his own family dismissed his heart, the FBI dismissed the importance of following up and doing a normal job in investigating a serial killer who left his footprints in full view!

[@MsPentek13]

Great comment. I’ve just seen the series on Netflix, and the way the family treated his partner of 15 years was so hard to watch.

[@daniangelicamongiat2417]

SO TRUE.., YET SO SAD.

[@karendalsadik7119]

Yes, it seemed they thought it was unfortunate that Versace was gay. Instead of supporting him.

[@godblessmeimhawt4456]

I was slightly annoyed by the interviewer cuz he didn’t ask enough questions from Edgar Ramirez. Wanted to hear more from him. Nailed the act of Gianni. Respect

[@velvetraptor8540]

Yeah, I know. Unfortunately, the Cunanen character is the "sexy" one, which is kind of sick, but he's the one "everybody" wants to see. I think Edgar Ramirez is EVERY BIT the actor the Cunanen guy is, he's just by nature quieter, less fired up, as Versace was in life compared to Cu.

[@hianni8287]

Godblessme Imhawt I agree and frankly this Darren guy thinks he is better than he really is. His acting is actually really boring. I loved the series to start with, but now bored with it because too much of this actor, you just never forget that he is acting. The guy playing Versace is way more charismatic and more fun to watch, you truly believe it is Versace.

[@misscoolgirl72]

if you read the book the show is based on then you will see that Darren nailed how Andrew was like and Darren is truly the most modest person out there.

[@velvetraptor8540]

I like his work but I think he enjoys stealing the spotlight.

[@misscoolgirl72]

between 2bridges i can see why you’d think that, he rambles a lot but he has explained that he hates being misunderstood so he tends to explain himself more than he needs to

[@kaitwritesthings]

Not enough people are talking about Edgar Ramirez.... I love Darren Criss (was my favorite part of Glee, hands down), but Edgar's performance was marvelous as well. I saw him in El Libertador a few years ago and have been impressed by him since. Everything he does he puts his all into, and admire him so much for his talents.

[@ryanlee354]

Darren Criss is an absolute genius...

[@HeiMarLy]

Ryan Lee yes! He’s done an amazing job! he actually really does resemble the real Andrew Cunanan too.

[@jasonquinones4901]

He does resemble Andrew Cunanan...probably because both of them are half Filipino.

[@hannahvance3798]

+Jason Quiñones yes

[@greteengen]

Ryan Lee d

[@rasputinswalloper475]

Newton was a genius, Criss is a nice guy and a good actor ... that's all.

[@bestboy897]

Darren's answers were so clever and well thought out

[@MrLuis85698]

he is so intelligent

[@williamsjeep]

I saw the first episode last night,Edgar Ramirez performance was spotless,Penelope Cruz a force of nature and Ricky Martin unforgettable and actor who played Andrew what a star.Darren Criss.

[@laurent4122]

Only recently watched the show, and the sheer talent of the cast was incredible. Edgar Ramirez's performance as Gianni Versace was riveting and Darren Criss's role as Andrew was amazing. The whole aesthetic of the show, from the music and cinematography just make it brilliant. Truly fantastic story, and fabulous acting.

[@msNuria22]

Just binge watching the serie last weekend, Darren Criss is JUST amazing WOW

[@karendalsadik7119]

I’m obsessed.

[@jackiwarren3963]

Edgar Ramirez is so underrated actor!His very versatile,from point break I always admire him🙏Darren Criss on the other hand will be a huge actor!

[@anniyang6887]

Darren is half Filipino just like his character with the parental roles reversed! Well, casting was VERY close with that!

[@viccon4639]

Ryan Murphy said he wasn’t going to make the show without Darren

[@vampirf1539]

+Vinny H. His mother is Filipino, his father is white.

[@nicolelollipops8268]

I Love You I Love You wow !! Didn’t know that !!! That’s pretty neat i always wondered if he was a pinoy as well

[@brooke_danielavlogs1520]

I Love You I Love You o

[@maeflower522]

Damn, both men are incredibly hot!

[@dawndipierro373]

maeflower522 Yes they are!!

[@b3blueblue]

... and smart too! ❤️❤️❤️

[@vjwaza9846]

maeflower522 u dirty bitch

[@marianafaneiteyianne8123]

maeflower522 of course Edgar is Venezuelan! Very hot

[@23sexycutie]

Yes they are so hot .😍😍😍

[@melissawright1979]

Edgar Ramirez, Darren Criss and Penelope Cruz absolutely slayed this! They were incredible

[@alexiscarmine770]

I could listen to them talk for hours and never get tired. Amazing interview!

[@tovolume]

Darren Criss is fantastic in that role, he so brilliant

[@stylecollective-qt9um]

Wow, Penelope has Donatella's voice DOWN. I was present during that era in South Beach and assisted on some of the campaigns as a young girl. There's something that feels so intensely scary for me about the prospect of watching this, but I really am curious how they capture the story, the era and lifestyle of Miami Beach at the time, and what new light they will shed through the show.

[@beccalowry6437]

stylecollective did you ever meet her?

[@velvetraptor8540]

You were lucky to work with them. Use your knowledge!

[@PhillAlexandros]

Originally, I watched the show for Darren Criss, but in the process I found Edgar, and man...he was FANTASTIC. Both man deserve every award out there.

[@velvetraptor8540]

I think the Versace series has launched two new wonderful actors into our midst. New to the general public only, I'm sure. They are both absolutely astonishing in their roles as Gianni Versace and Andrew Cunanen. Of course I mean the above, Edgar Ramirez and Darren Criss. The visuals in this show are mindblowing too. Best for TV series I've ever seen. Because the story is simple in it's way, (tortured soul kills famous person out of resentment) the set designer and director have a lot of TIME within the film to create beauty, fear, tragedy, pathos, revulsion. I hope to see a lot more of these two. And kudos to them for taking part in a story about gays. Still takes courage.

[@rayflood7417]

Darren Criss better get an Emmy for that performance

[@leerhode1021]

Both of these gentlemen, especially Darren Criss, better get EMMY Nominations.

[@NostalgiCrazy]

January 2019 update: Darren has won an Emmy AND a golden globe! Sadly Edgar hasn't yet 😥

[@keikustar]

This is such an in depth interview, and it really says a lot about the writing of the show itself. That or Darren Criss's skill to embellish has reached dangerous levels

[@teeniebeenie8774]

criss fills the air with too many words of nothingness.

[@keikustar]

teenie beenie I'll listen to him give an in depth analysis on an Ikea instruction manual

[@blerksnarfgut7332]

teenie beenie I agree. Many times throughout this interview I found myself saying "just answer the damn question"! He's good in the show, though.

[@kiweeb9624]

Guys... I know its sometimes annoying but he has even said he's aware of it and how he has the fear of being misunderstood so he over explains himself and sometimes forgets to make his point. I relate to it... I'm tired of people in these comments saying darren criss isn't as good as Edgar performance wise becuase of this.

[@keikustar]

my escape truuuuu. Plus, interviewers tend to love it because it gets them so much content

[@bestboy897]

When i saw people vs oj Simpson i immediately thought this can't be topped, guess i was wrong.

[@richyhackett2237]

Your so correct.the assassination of Gianni Versace was the greatest show ice ever seen.i thought manhunt the unibomber couldn't be topped and how I was so wrong.FANTASTIC SHOW IT REALLY WAS

[@znrgybalance8703]

Just binged watched the entire show! Amazing acting and layout of the events. We were not privy to the why it happened in 1997, but this story was riveting and I understand they put in scenarios and language of what "may" have happened. The story they told from his childhood to the end made complete sense on why he did what he did. The way his father treated him as a youth and put him on this unattainable pedestal, made him feel special, unique, he could do no wrong. Then in the end, he found his father was a liar, a thief, pushed him over the edge and he found out he wasn't really all that special after all. This is how narcissists are made folks. Very troubling.

[@MoonlightBun]

I love this interview. They are both so well thought and spoken. As someone who works in Theatre and Film (backstage), these two men are so professional with how serious they take their roles in an emotional way. They would be a dream to work with and see perform in person. The idea of seeing Darren work and getting to work with him is so amazing. This show was so good too, it really gets you thinking. Everything they said they were trying to do with the story succeeds and I give respect to that.

[@marielaurdaneta3396]

In love with the performance of Edgar. Very good show!

[@noellet62able]

Two fantastic actors . Now all I see when I look at Darren is a serial killer thou cause he was that good !

[@eowynbarnes-short9227]

luckily i knew him from starkid and glee before this so i can still see him as a soft, sweet person! but ik what you mean, his acting was out of this world like oh my god-

[@tillyboos]

This cast is UTTERLY brilliant. EVERYONE is brilliantly, perfectly cast.The ONLY issue I have is that Penelope Cruz is SO gorgeous, compared to Donatella, who is kind of bizarre and ugly looking. As a gay man who came out in the early 1990's, and was in college when Cunanan killed Versace, I was mortified, because I thought: "Great, now everyone is going to think we're ALL serial killers." It was a terrible thing because it meant that you had to be extra on guard regarding homophobia and possible backlash. Other than that, I have been RIVETED by this season of ACS thus far, can't wait, next episode TONIGHT!

[@V.E.R.O.]

Donatella wasn't so bad looking around the time her brother was killed, she was actually kind of pretty before she wrecked her face.

[@tillyboos]

@@V.E.R.O. True. She went into plastic surgery overdrive after Gianni was killed.

[@V.E.R.O.]

@@tillyboos I think he kept the family stable, his niece Allegra has also had some issues possibly as a result of the trauma of his death.

[@tillyboos]

@@V.E.R.O. I definitely agree. He was a stabilizing force within the family.

[@bluedancelilly]

I love how self-effacing Darren is about himself even though he is amazing. He is such a down to earth actor.

[@aGua421]

Both are very good looking and articulate men (Especially Darren, such insight into the characters and themes of the show).

[@bella4644]

Darren is the articulate one. Edgar, meh, inspite of a Communications degree and a former journalist. I think he got the role because he resembles Gianni but that is it. IMO Edgar is a mediocre actor while Darren is multi-talented.

[@-Th7-]

I realize it's only your opinion, but I have to laugh at your statement about Edgar not being a good actor. I have nothing against Darren, but comparatively Edgar here is by far the more talented actor. He was terrific in Hands of Stone, which is among the best rated movies last year. Besides, for a outsider in Hollywood, he has success in films like The Bourne Ultimatum, Zero Dark Thirty etc.

[@joanrobert1440]

The ability Edgar has in order to analize a film as a piece of literature and to express it in a different language is just mindblowing: 12:30 and it is once Edgar opens that door that Darren develops Edgar´s idea brilliantly, Edgar is super amazing!!!

[@linusfotograf]

I think Penélope is so underrated in this show. I loved her performance!

[@plasmichoneytrip]

Edgar Ramirez is such a smart interviewee. Able to articulate himself about his character, the story, and its relevance to culture and society. Overall, the characters in the series were all great. Even Ricky Martin who is not a seasoned actor did REALLY well. I cried about his sad ending. Epic ending.

[@moniquelacosta5170]

If this were a movie released in theaters, Darren Criss would receive the Oscar. He is the next Tom Cruise, the next Brad Pitt, the next Russell Crowe, the next George Clooney. He has the IT Factor. I predict that He Will Be Regarded as One of the Best Actors. He is Handsome as Hell. Intelligent and Creative. Ditto for Edgar Ramirez. Also love Ricky Martin's performance.

[@Destinedfornaps]

Monique LaCosta agreed. I also think Cody Fern was incredible too. Darren’s performance was the best I’ve seen in a long time.

[@brittanylee4591]

That dude is an incredible actor. How the hell did he play it so well. The scene where he kills Lee miglin? Darkness oozes out of him there. And Edgar did a beautiful job as well. Brava

[@CEGBarreto1]

Edgar Ramirez played others important roles as Choco in Domino's movie or Ares in Wrath of Titans. He's a brilliant Actor

[@AlphachadECOG]

I never was a fan of either Darren Criss or Edgar Ramirez, but they, and the cast, were superb. I just watch all nine episodes this past week and I'm still shaking!

[@ateshhastam]

This is what acting is about. It isn't about casting straight people into straight roles, or gay into gay roles. It is about casting the talent that can "service" the role as the director sees fit. Sometimes they are huge misses, sometimes, however, they are brilliant. In both of these cases, these actors showed a true connection with their characters. You forget who they are as you watch their performances. That is what we should focus on in film as an art.

[@lanathomas8998]

Darrin is amazing talented, intelligent, well spoken. Emmy award !

[@joserafaelmarquezmoronta9519]

They both are doing a GREAT JOB... and good interview!

[@loveforeignaccents]

What a great series!! Phenomenal, out-of-this-world casting and production!!!

[@finn8460]

Both of these men are incredibly intelligent and I love it

[@magicalgrasshopper]

they give interviews as good as they make the roles they play come to life!! its such a brilliant series both of them are outstanding in their roles

[@FreshGirl3000]

I can't even look at Darren after having just watched the show. Especially since they didn't do much to his look for the character and I mean the way he portrayed him... it just made Andrew sooo so scary.

[@Destinedfornaps]

FreshGirl 3000 see I think he looks so different in real life. He has a completely different look in his eyes in the show that changes him completely for me! Incredible performance.

[@sofiaguerrero0969]

They did a lot. They shave the triangle tip part of his eyebrows to make it straighter, they straightened his hair (his natural hair is super curly), and they gave him a very chic indie look when Darren has more of a quirky style.

[@YourGraceMyLady]

All of the actors in this show did such a great job.

[@marcelogutierrez1953]

I like that Darren guy..

[@RomanZolanski123]

I don’t think I ever had a show that made me feel so genuinely good and also very disturbed.

[@TheBOSCO91]

After watching this show, I get a little creeped out from looking at Darren. He was that great!

[@myalterego6634]

Both actors are very eloquent and articulate

[@EtsegenetMTeodrosBeri]

I was just struck with lightening when I started watching. It was fabulous. Very powerful and fascinating. Kudos

[@DavidRichardson95]

Episode 1 was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 tonight!! Can't wait for next week!!

[@sherylkimjeon3445]

where can watch this

[@klwl]

Fantastic interview and coverage of topics/issues, and great questions leading to very insightful answers from both Edgar and Darren not only regarding ACS2 but also the craft of acting...

[@KentDonaldson]

What a terrific series. Acting was superb by everyone.

[@MassiveSuccessVids]

I was fortunate to see the show and was intrigued by the non-linear structure that as a filmmaker not having access to the brilliant Ryan Murphy, I bought the book to try & understand the motivation. The book was very linear and I was disappointed not find info regarding the decision to do the story in such an unconventional manner. So I am very grateful for this informative interview with these two excellent actors especially Edgar's explaining how it came about, and additionally that each episode had its own theme. Bravo & thank you! Also, the adaptation of the book, the creation of the flesh-and-blood characters out of what is essentially a dry journalist reportage involving dozens of interviewed people, and creating dialogue to progress the story, complimented by the actors superb portrayals embodying them in such a visceral way, is totally amazing.

[@espedidosgs]

These two were perfectly casted for the roles.

[@robindooley9707]

Although we all knew the outcome...this series had me counting the days until the NEXT episode!! Brilliant!!

[@gordygibson8776]

Brilliantly constructed TV series - the acting direction and writing are extraordinary.

[@shinefia5987]

Darren a very articulate and smart man. I see him as a Tom Cruise of the new Era except he sounded more intelligent

[@cherrycolaaa]

Edgar was born in '77, Darren in '87, and Cunanan's killing spree took place in '97

[@kristinmarie862]

I graduated HS in 1997. I remember this story so well

[@johnpickford4222]

And your point is? The three dates have no correlation or relevance together.

[@anthonyboarman3833]

Love how Darren is dressed . The black with the teal socks. He dresses very well for a straight boy.

[@vampirf1539]

Sexuality has nothing to do with dressing well like

[@cordeliapalmer5800]

emily f Not for reasons of stereotyped preference but, unfortunately, there is more pressure on gay men to dress well and more on straight men to appear as though they do not care about their appearances. Darren, like increasingly more and more straight and gay actors, is refusing to conform to externalized pressure for those same reasons that are explored in the show.

[@fidelguer]

Are you sure he is straight?

[@tori2dles]

Fidel Guerra - He’s been in a committed relationship for several years. He talks about her in interviews and she’s with him at all the awards shows.

[@rumblefish9]

Its called a stylist, Anthony. Most of these stars don't dress themselves for interviews.

[@bentedewitte4985]

I really love listening to Edgar talk

[@mbrosrada]

Bente De Witte Me too!!!!

[@michelehaber61]

Great interview, both so talented, Darren shined , deserves that Emmy . 🏆🏆excellent performance,@DarrenCriss 💞💞

[@starboushe]

Edgar is sooooo fineeeeee

[@ambeaux4d]

This was THE best thing I've seen on TV since True Detective S:1. Edgar was brilliant with dignity and poise and did Gianni a solid respect. but Darren was a goddamn phenomenon. I remember his murder spree and this story came back to life thru Darren. He was brilliant. Chilling. EXCELLENT acting. And damn that speedo scene dance to Easy Lover floods my straight woman basement.

[@prettyasiangirl7342]

love love the interview!!! Both actors are amazing!!! Congratulations! Edgar and Darren

[@quirkyquips9915]

I had been hoping that Darren Criss would be nominated for an Emmy and he has! In one scene where he puts his hand over his mother's mouth and seeing those gorgeous eyes close up, so full of evil, I had to remember IT IS ACTING! Just as he said, it IS a craft. Edgar is also nominated. I usually don't watch the Emmys but if Darren or Edgar do not win, I'm gonna time travel in a flash & ask questions! Well..would like to.

[@zoraydavieira890]

I just finished watching it and it was very hard to watch! I loved Gianni without knowing him... he was truly a beautiful, talented, and a good man, may he Rest In Peace. Both men, the (Actors) portrayed them exceptionally. Andrew, though, smart, and good looking came from a very disturbing background. I felt deeply and empathetically for his mother...

[@enzadelia5496]

i think both actor portrayed gianni and andrew to a tee, i just wish they could pronounce gianni last name correctly .its vesaceeee not chi like the chia latte ...thays coming from an italian

[@enzadelia5496]

it was very well directed good job on bringing it to light

[@normajeanreeves5409]

I love Darren Criss, so talented!!!

[@daniangelicamongiat2417]

THIS WAS. A GENIE. SERIES. and STILL I LOVE TO WATCH THAT.

[@TheHawkBubble]

It's actually scary seeing how with or without the make up he looks like Gianni Versace 😐 left me shoooook AF.

[@quirkyquips9915]

When they speak of "just 20 years ago" I worked in management in Orlando w/Ticketmaster and several co-workers were openly gay men. My stepbrother called me at work from Minneapolis in absolute distress as his best friend had been diagnosed w/HIV & this was 1990. So a bit confused about closeted gays. It was 1980 I went with a fellow floral designer to my first gay club in Nashville and couldn't believe all of the hot men. I think I with another female coworker were the only two women. Another 20 years earlier in 1977, Miami Beach was filled with elderly Jewish folks. I worked at The Fontainebleau in communications & didn't learn of some of the people the Novacks hid out until the 2000s docs "Square Grouper" "Cocaine Cowboys" and later learned of Mrs. Novack's murder and then their spoiled only son Benji's (who maybe 4 years younger was a rude little snot on the phone with me) murder & his sick obsessions. Sometimes you'd like to remain in innocence and not know you worked for the underbelly of the world. THAT houseboat was actually there in the 70s and don't know if it was actually still there when they filmed or built a set. When Cunanan was calling his dad, in the background you see these arches with round holes and they are still there on the facade of that building. There used to be several houseboats but there are none, just "yachts" moored across from The Fontainebleau and other hotels next door. I have to add that Darren's performance in the last episode moved my eyes to get misty knowing the father he grew up with, alleged sexual abuse, abandoning the family and hearing his friend Lizzie...something must have really affected Andrew so deeply to do what he did. Darren and Edgar certainly deserve Emmy awards.

[@pallexa]

This series was brilliant and chilling. Excellent.

[@lourdesazurmendi2369]

edgar Ramirez se parece muchisimo a Versace TREMENDO ACTOR LATINO WOW

[@sendphits9548]

Amazing interview. Just watched the show.... they did so good.

[@anthonyboarman3833]

The bottom line is that Andrew Cunanan was crazy.

[@RFDeStefano]

Perhaps but what he did sure was. Sad for all those in his path.

[@peacefuldays4255]

He wasn't crazy he was unbalanced

[@sofiaguerrero0969]

Did you even watch the show? I felt bad for Andrew towards the end. He was intelligent, he was charismatic, and he just wanted to be great. Sure, he didn’t want to work for it, but he had the brain to get there with college or just by working for it. I get why the Versace family didn’t like the show- they humanized Andrew and they did it so well that I felt sad for that boy. His dad was abusive but praised and obsessed over Andrew and his mother mentally unwell and super passive. His dad essentially was the one who led him to believe that everything can be just handed to him.

[@arthurhiggins3812]

@@sofiaguerrero0969, yeah, right... with a near Genius IQ level of 147. Unfortunately, he had mental health and drug abuse issues. Aside from his good looks and charisma, Andrew Cunanan truly was very articulate and well-read even when he was just a little boy. His friends/acquaintances and former classmates said that Andrew Cunanan really was highly intelligent, clever, witty, and fun to be with. Darren Criss mentioned before that there were people who approached him and told him how likeable, affable and loved Andrew was. They were the people who personally knew Andrew well. For them, there was no dull moment with Andrew, many of them loved him. And they claimed that they were heartbroken when the tragedy happened. It was indeed horrible and deplorable, yet until these days, they choose to remember just the memories of the loving, adorable and flamboyant Andrew they knew.

[@arthurhiggins3812]

@zer0 I've read Orth's book, Vulgar Favors, an investigative journalism where that ACS series was based on. I get to understand the side of the victims, as well as the side of Andrew Cunanan who was suffering from mental health disorder that was even triggered by his drug abuse. Andrew was used by many of his friends/acquaintances who were "enablers." Many of them (including Jeff and David) used Andrew. There were San Diego friends who even said that Jeff owed Andrew several thousand dollars because, just like Andrew, Jeff was also addicted to expensive stuffs. If they really were true friends of Andrew, for old times' sake, they could have just supported him to change for the better, for an honest and healthy living. That's what friends are for. Many of them admitted that Andrew helped them a lot financially and morally/emotionally. He did care for them, even visited them when they were sick. Andrew helped them to not feel alone and miserable being closeted homosexuals. As long as Andrew could, he made them feel happy always. From Vulgar Favors: "The farewell dinner was a somewhat somber affair, as if Andrew were holding his own wake. Arthur Harrington, who, along with Higgins, brought a couple of bottles of Veuve Clicquot champagne, claiming that if it hadn’t been for Andrew, no one at the table would have even gotten to know any of the others. “He was the glue that held us all together.” Eads recalls, “Two people made that comment. Andrew helped them not to feel alone.” If Andrew was a bad influence, then as a "real" friend, be a good influence to Andrew. At least, try to exert effort to be one. But instead, Jeff and David just turned their backs on Andrew particularly during the time when Andrew was (financially) hard up and depressed. They didn't even care and dare to talk to Andrew about it. They just took advantage of Andrew, they undeniably did benefit from being associated with Andrew at some point. Both Jeff and David even let Andrew feel that they didn't want Andrew around, they maybe even have said hurtful words to Andrew before the tragedy happened. However, it is still a sin to kill people. Andrew is still the culprit in this incident. In 1997, we just hoped that Andrew asked for forgiveness from God before he committed suicide.

[@stanleycoleman]

such a fascinating story.

[@claudiapicariello5813]

Folks I'm begging you. It's VersacE not VersacI. Have mercy of my Italian ears!!!!!!

[@loveforeignaccents]

Sounds like that's how they're pronouncing it to me... unless you are "reading" or "deciphering" the comments w/some uncanny ability, Mr. Pic.

[@edniloj]

@@loveforeignaccents well in a lot of other languages the e's are pronounced kinda as a's and the i's as e's. that's probably why you think they say it as Versace while for Italians it sounds like versaci. while learning English as a child I had so much confusion over this while saying the alphabet

[@MrTiggerr84]

Ohhh......Pull...ease!!!

[@potaatoo8793]

Claudia Picariello I'm getting major Hermione Granger vibes here 😂

[@sanjuhyacinth]

It's Ver-sach-a right?

[@biancafunk5661]

This was an amazing show! I can't wait for the next season.

[@Mooshkie50able]

I watched the movie for the 2nd time and it did bring the message to the table both times of how much hurt being in the closet 20 years ago must have torn at the hearts of so many people that just wanted to be treated equally and openly for the love they had for another human being weather they are gay or straight. Cunanan might have been hurting for that same reason but he wanted something for nothing. It appears he never wanted to work hard for what he took from people even at love and if he couldnt get handed things on a silver platter no longer? He took a tantrum and destroyed those persons and took from them anyways. He also didnt appear to be to much in the closet about being gay. He was only in the closet about using his sexuality to use older men for only money or what he could get out of them. He appeared to be nothing more than a lazy using Narcissist that could not feel happiness for others except himself and his jealousy of others was to the point of "If I cant have what you have weather its money or love?" Then no one will have you anymore. I felt bad and prayed for all the families when this happened but did not have an ounce of sympathy for Cunanan and still to this day I do not. Cunanan killed the 3 things he always wanted but couldnt have the real way in life. Love, money and fame. So he created it the wrong way.

[@cheesyDELISH48]

I wish Andrew didnt kill himself. I would of loved to hear what he had to say for himself... he left us all so curious. I do think Darren did an amazing job showing us what it must of been like for Andrew

[@Player-cm6uo]

Even if he were alive I think he’d have lied through his back teeth, we’d never actually know and I think that’s what Andrew wanted.

[@cheesyDELISH48]

@@Player-cm6uo I'm not denying that! Still would like to know how it could of panned out if he didn't shoot himself

[@Player-cm6uo]

@@cheesyDELISH48 oh yeah, I get that I too would have loved to have seen the result (I mean I was born in the uk a year after the spree so I wasn’t around, but acs has propelled me into the story of Cunanan and all his victims). But I really think if he were alive we’d just get lies after lies so he could stay relevant. I kinda imagine his interviews would be like Manson’s, less trying to scare the interviewer more trying to analyse and put on personas. I think he’d still carry on with his personas if he were alive.

[@HadeerSinawe]

I agree with Edgar Ramirez in the parallels between Versace and Cunanan. But I also appreciated the interview parallel between Versace and Jeff Trail. Versace was coming out to the world with Antonio, but Trail was in a seedy motel room bringing homophobia in the military to light while regretting helping his fellow comrade and putting himself back in the closet. Great show, especially revealing the struggles of the LGBT+ community.

[@ankecro]

they both should check their dna really couse they look so much like gianni and andrrew

[@draganajavor8900]

Anyone else think Darren looked so much like a young Morrissey in this? Would be perfect to play him in a biopic!

[@DesireSweetTV]

Very well spoken both of these men are.

[@ninamc6116]

It was an absolutely great show! The cast was amazing. Darren does one of the best acting jobs I’ve ever seen. I could not stop watching & I plan to watch it again for the 3rd time soon.

[@sunshynegirls35]

I watched the show last night pretty good so far.

[@tovolume]

I read it was very good, Darren Criss shines in that role as Andrew Cunanan and eerily looks exactly like him

[@MichelMawon4982]

This show is soooo good.

[@Panagiotios]

La serie esta genial

[@brittanylee4591]

I was fascinated by this case as a teen. I vividly remember the staircase scene of the crime on the street. And Gianni Versace was a famous famous designer at the time even to me, a kid in hs in a small town on Cape Cod MA. I didnt realize the case was failed due to homophobia or indifference but looking back, it was a different time for sure.

[@frenchracqlett5368]

I loved how Edgar looked so uncanny. He actually is a handsome man. I felt really Sorry for Versacé actually.

[@louangelafreakinawesomecri1082]

Darren's just hit me with his words cause the meaning of every word and every statements I really really can relate to my life. Darren you're always be my idol and inspiration. LY. ❤️

[@nachel6306]

Edgar, you’re so hot! Qué hombre más bello! 😍