Rachel Bloom Reveals How a Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Guest Star Almost Made Her Cry

[@dAfoodie808]

her show literally ruined tv for me. the development for each character is better than any show i’ve seen. the lyrics and writing is clever and i can’t stop watching the show. i never rewatch shows but this is the exception. i was doubtful at first but it really is the best show

[@Moosemika]

Marie Blarfingar legit tho. The character development for even minor characters is amazing and gradual as well. So much attention to detail throughout!!

[@wilbabilba]

Yesss! I have rewatched the show 5 times already and I continue to play it in the background when I do my chores. Sooo good!

[@katschwarz5655]

i just finished the series, because i was lowkey in denial it had ended, & season four might be the best final season of any show i’ve seen. my goodness

[@pojithasri3604]

After watching cxg, I watched '4 weddings and a funeral' hulu TV show written by mindy kaling ..... And I was like this is bad and toxic .... Nope done with this romcom crap .......

[@Lucas-iy1ve]

Two real similar ones imo are The Good Place and Schitt’s Creek, I highly suggest them.

[@cynthaseyezr]

her show is SERIOUSLY SERIOUSLY underrated

[@sandynas4181]

DEFINITELY

[@LiliLawless]

I agree. With every season it just gets better and better! It's like you grow and mature together with the show.

[@kaylinmyrieberger4951]

YAAASSSSS

[@kaylinmyrieberger4951]

Facts gurl, facts

[@trikelikesfish]

Your so correct that the word correct is jealous.

[@jessicaesss32]

She's a legend. I miss crazy ex girlfriend so bad.

[@monohina1997]

Same. I’m so broken inside now that it’s over

[@Nobody-qk4xu]

@@monohina1997 The situation is a lot more nuanced than that

[@monohina1997]

Nobody OKAY we get it.

[@elsanti4753]

@@monohina1997 Crazy Ex-Girlfriend!

[@kaylabeccywilliams]

Rewatch it! I'm on my 7th rewatch! I don't give myself time to miss it anymore haha

[@drwoo6090]

I cried when her character was diagnosed with Borderline PD. I’d never seen a show deal with the illness i have. Thank you ! ❤️

[@AM-kr4pv]

Dr Woo omg same. I rarely cry let alone sob but I had mascara ALL OVER MY FACE

[@rockabillymuffin]

Yaii! Always know youre not alone! we are all over the world

[@vickia86]

I didn't cry but thought using BPD was Kinda hit or miss because there are like 4 main types of BPD. Having been diagnosed with Borderline a long long time ago I don't think it was depicted that great. The movie girl interrupted does an amazing depiction about living with BPD.

[@beatsbyelvis6890]

Виктория Реа there are no “types”, stop reading wikipedia

[@vickia86]

@@beatsbyelvis6890 Yes there are 4 main subtypes, I have BPD and also went to University for psychology. Every one knows wikipedia's not a citable source. Feel free to read up on the medical journals and many scholarly articles about BPD from when it was first recognized as a condition up until now, and keep studying as new information is available.

[@leannes5100]

I just found this show on Netflix this week. I’ve never seen a show like it and I can’t get enough. All of the characters are really relatable in a weird way.

[@BrandenScottStewart]

Right? It's so lovely and unique!

[@efrencantu4732]

It's THE BEST comedy on tv right now. Not exaggerating.

[@briannalee1998]

Efrén Cantú and The Good Place

[@bestusernameever6518]

​@@briannalee1998 I can't comment on Barry or Better Call Saul as I've never seen them, but I can subjectively say Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is much better than The Good Place. Don't get me wrong, I was obsessed with both shows, but CEG just has way more depth, better story continuity, and more relatable characters. The Good Place season 1 was great, very creative and intriguing. Season 2 was pretty good, not as good as season 1. Season 3 was all over the place - there, I said it. The show claims to be edifying, but only turns out to have a superficial layer of morals. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, on the other hand, started off bumpy and cringey, then moved on to being the most relatable and hilarious show, that can still perfectly execute the underlying message and themes regarding sexuality, love and mental illness (along with the ingeniously written songs).

[@fromis.9]

Modern Family says Hi

[@bestusernameever6518]

@@fromis.9 Watched a few episodes of it, got bored out of my mind.

[@fromis.9]

@@bestusernameever6518 yeah the first few wasn't as good, but it keeps getting better every after

[@samsingsthings]

You can tell she’s such a theatre kid by the way she unprompted stands up to do choreography

[@natashacoda4354]

It's so sad that this show is so low in ratings. It's truly an excellent show.

[@FrenkTheJoy]

I really liked that bit at the end, "the chorus is like the thesis statement" and the other bits. I'm not a songwriter but I'd love to read a book where Rachel Bloom talks more about writing songs.

[@km90210snapcracklepop]

I know this comment is over a year old, but wanted to chime in: for the first season of the aforementioned show, Rachel and other songwriters recorded a commentated version of the soundtrack [you can find it on spotify] if you want a song by song process breakdown :)

[@abijo5052]

@@km90210snapcracklepop that's such a good album, it's on Apple music too. A bit sad now that Schlesinger has passed away though

[@hbluemole6941]

She released a book by now

[@royrowland5763]

I do write songs, and I also love the way she describes them. I've never heard it described that way before.

[@Wilmington_Chronicles]

As a dude that hates musicals all all kinds of dancing and singing - take it from me.. do not pass up on this TV show. it is too good. it is funny and it is binge-worthy.

[@cameronbennett8151]

I'm not a fan of Dr. Phil by any means, but Rachel's impression of him was so funny. And honestly, so much funnier than he was in the show.

[@margarida5571]

This show truly is the best, the last few episodes have been incredibly moving yet still very funny! Can't wait for more

[@madisonezell8721]

Margarida Castro yesssss

[@margarida5571]

seanzs Crazy Ex Girlfriend on The CW- don't be thrown off by the title, it's all about deconstructing terms like that!

[@tyk2be]

Rachel saved fiction.

[@waahoup3243]

I just found out (after watching the entire 4 seasons) that she co-created the show. The entire time I was like “wow casting is amazing, they really hit the jackpot when they cast her” 🤦🏻‍♀️ such a great show!

[@slimjims3385]

Created, wrote music for, writes, acts, dances - she’s incredible

[@destinysamuel5628]

That bit where she talks about writing songs, and the chorus being a thesis statement and whatnot, I really love that. As an aspiring musical playwright, that was a really neat way of looking at it.

[@natalielol1139]

“lets rock the boat!”

[@chrysalis33]

Rachel is my hero! The show is so good, I'm so so so thankful I "gave it a chance" two years ago. Everyone on the show is wonderful, but Rachel, what an inspiration...

[@weasleynmunatoti]

unicorn puppy same! I watched one episode and found it ridiculous, so I stopped watching it. Few weeks later I was intrigued for some reason to give it another chance and actually really enjoyed it and binged the rest on netflix haha

[@julianc3701]

Rachel and her show are on a whole other level. Kudos to her and her writers.

[@melodyconte]

"Songs are musical essays." Wow, way to ruin music, nerd! Just kidding. I love Rachel Bloom

[@NewMessage]

Apt, because Dr. Phil's credentials are a figment of HIS imagination.

[@LetterheadStudios]

Applause for you!

[@ALu-nq8rf]

Got damn!

[@TeeJaySmall]

Jesus Christ she is just SO delightful. She’s hilarious and her dissection of music as an art form to deliver ideas is spot on

[@user-jn8cs1lt8m]

Crazy ex girlfriend is the most underrated thing I’ve ever seen in my life

[@avafurgele7899]

y’all don’t understand how sad i was when this show ended

[@meredythwithay5187]

"Boat themed parody of The Black Eyed Peas' I Gotta Feeling" NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@Rockhoppr3]

"Songs are like musical essays, you have your thesis statement in the form of the chorus and supporting ideas in the form of the other verses and the bridge." I think that is a great way to think of songs in musicals.

[@tater6606]

I rewatch the show like once a year. As someone who was officially diagnosed with BPD along with other stuff, this show means so much to me. Rachel Bloom and the creative team were amazing. Also, heavy boobs is one of my most shared songs.

[@dominickkrikke2611]

I said once Hamilton has the greatest songs and nothing can get over it until I saw Crazy ex-girlfriend and I must say Rachel Bloom and the other songwriters have made the best thing possible in terms of "sing what you feel" and also the further you get in the show the funnier the songs actually are. 1. Crazy Ex-girlfriend 2. Hamilton p.s. I know they're both in different directions. Crazy Ex-girlfriend deserves at least a spin-off.

[@hbluemole6941]

I'd watch a White Josh spin off anytime

[@Zoe-tg4dl]

H Blue Mole or a nathanial spin-off even since he struggles with MH too (only briefly covered in the show though) would be a good but different perspective

[@alessiasecli]

I want a Trent spin off 😂

[@cScottD]

The song with Josh Groban is my favourite song from the series, and there have been a lot of great songs.

[@prissieke]

That wind song was like eating icecream as you orgasm.

[@fiorefiore9910]

Keep it up Rachel! Love your show and I hope it gets a season 4

[@rachelanderson7841]

I've actually been really nervous about the show potentially not getting renewed, but I have a better feeling about it considering what the CW president said last year when renewing the show (and Jane the Virgin). It was mainly about how it's not all about the ratings and when you have high quality programming, that's more important.

[@miriamvillegas3161]

Bless the CW, I don't understand how this show isn't more popular, it is an incredible show (may be my favorite of all times) and deserves a lot of seasons

[@Etianen7]

They're gonna have just four season because of the story arc.

[@janiah5622]

Yeah apparently its only meant to have 4 seasons so I hope she gets it to finish the story! The ratings are worrying but Cw seem to be quite a good network so heres hoping!

[@laisthedream2145]

Y’all I was going through a rough breakup and watched that episode with Dr Phil. It legitimately made me bawl my eyes out cuz it was just so real.

[@dilarakal4333]

Wow, she’s like a sane version of Rebecca. It’s scary.

[@lotusgrl444]

😂😂

[@dydb3]

She's such an amazing speaker. I love listening to her.

[@kaivrock]

Using very old sitcom methods it was one of the most unique and creative shows ever aired. Incredible amount of talent and she's just brilliant.

[@ravenwyld]

BPD representation ❤

[@TheDreadfulCurtain]

Crazy ex girlfriend is genius I highly recommend the show. Really poignant and really funny, the best portrayal of borderline personality disorder I have ever seen on tv. I normally hate musicals, but in this case it works producing classics like Love Kernels and so many more. Loving Rachel Bloom’s work she is so incredibly talented, intelligent and hilarious.

[@sternfan8831]

Don't forget, "Period Sex."

[@wolfyedits4674]

I think she is too stable for borderline.borderline are so angry.

[@jeannethehuman2524]

Rachel Bloom is bae.

[@pacificostudios]

The Dr. Phil quote is a perfect description of Rebecca's character -- it predicts the entire arc of the show.

[@allisonmariemakes7223]

Her comparing a song to a thesis essay made me look at music in a whole new way. So, I think I'm going to stare at a wall for the next few hours in order to break down all of my favorite songs.

[@hannah8589]

It’s one of the most underrated shows ever, I’m so sad so many people don’t watch it

[@tabaxi]

Does she or does she not look like Dark Willow.

[@saykaty]

This comment changed my life

[@zori1422]

Dark willow or black widow?

[@saykaty]

Why Black Widow??

[@fanOmry]

Yes.

[@PauloCesarLira5]

SHE DOES, OH GOSH I LOVE HER EVEN MORE NOW

[@foodenthusiast2499]

She worked as an intern for Seth Meyers when he was head writer for SNL. Surprisingly, she didn’t get a spot when she auditioned! Rachel is soooo AMAZING and could have given those ladies a run for their money!

[@Deva7]

She's literally the best person in America! Rachel Bloom for President!

[@despairspreadslikeavirus9333]

She should plan a coup with Gabrielle and Vella. They should for a squad and have squad goals.

[@wondastage]

SQUAD GOALS stay together forever

[@e11esounds]

Despair Spreads Like a Virus what about Paula 😭

[@nagiuhti]

This show is real af and I listen to their songs in difficult times, because it's great comedy but also really inspirational.

[@kymmiisha]

She’s so musical theatre it’s amazing!!!!

[@cheekynandosss581]

I just rewatched the Dr Phil episode and it’s SO FUNNY. Knowing that he totally improved makes it so much better

[@1990Lejanne]

Crazy ex-girlfriend is my favorite comedy show ever! I love it so so much and i love Rachel Bloom!

[@DanielleT192]

I'm just after watching S3 E6 where Rebecca finally gets her diagnosis and has her attempt and I cried so hard as parts of that has triggered me. It's the first time that my opinion of the show went from just a parody rom-com musical to a more deep rooted and bringing up multiple mental health issues and awareness of personality disorder(s).

[@someothername2585]

Interesting... I came here right after I heard that she was gonna play somepony in MLP to hear her voice

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

So she's just a genius basically

[@minervaloves]

I need to check your show out 🤔

[@lorcannagle]

It's on Netflix (if you're outside the US, new episodes go up a few hours after they air on the CW), and it's fantastic. One of my favourite shows in recent years.

[@gp1925]

The first episode is like super cringey and it’s sorta a slow burn for a first episode but after episode two it’s SO insane you’re invested in her craziness. You caught wanting the train to wreck but also wanting her to succeed in her wild plans. It’s very good and worth it. Even just the song creativity is worth watching the whole show.

[@SofiaBuhrgard]

Did you? 😄

[@IrishRedRum]

She's hilarious.

[@mizb819]

☆The sexy getting ready song☆

[@alight9781]

I'm seriously so happy I watched Crazy Ex Girlfriend. I avoided it for years because of the title and I don't like romcoms but I decided to give it a chance and OMG it is hands down the best show I've ever watched. Best show in existence maybe

[@Iamjustherek]

I literally had to stop the last episode halfway through and finish it the next day because I truly didn’t want it to end 😭

[@kendomyers]

She was great on Cracked

[@WAAAAAAAAAAAY]

That analogy [is that right? Ha] she uses for songs is really great :)

[@Biboche23]

Her show is amazing and its so real the way it deals with real life issues but in a comedic way. I just got into the show this week and i have no regret. The songs are so brilliant too i hope they get better ratings they deserve it!

[@trikelikesfish]

I listen to the soundtrack while sleeping😁

[@aap71]

Josh Groban: "Never bang your ex-boyfriend's dad"

[@misspatton872]

One of the best shows out there and Rachel is seriously a genius!!!

[@andressegui1236]

I love her, she's amazing

[@Sophie-ir5nd]

smart, hilarious, clever, and beautiful!!! my role model!!

[@jesdoh1683]

Such an underrated show. I love it ❤️She so talented.

[@jdprettynails]

"Aww sick!" *Thomas Jefferson writing the declaration of independence* "Righteous!"

[@vw5036]

I binge watched crazy exgf in 4 days..I'm a mum and I also work!! LOVED IT! now I'm going through west covina withdrawals now...omg the song 'period sex' ewwwwyyy hahahaha!! 🤢😳🤣

[@user-ct6oe5yp3q]

I love Rachel, she's amazing, smart, and so pretty. Waiting for the four season of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend!

[@dctrbrass]

She has an amazing personality :) I love how she doesn't make fun of mental health issues, like some other shows.

[@laurenpaige3816]

Like me JOSH GROBAN literally sends me everyone I watch it

[@JustAboutCrazy]

Rachel is so funny!

[@ellaenchanted2348]

I’m so sad the show is ending :(

[@therealmykag]

Wowowow I tried to watch the show back when it first started and my friend more recently pushed me to finish it and I’m gonna miss this show geez

[@ninenone7321]

So sad her show ended it was funny

[@mercedesm.6254]

I found show on Netflix and I cannot stop watching live live this show is super hilariously I’ve cried I’ve laughed and cried🤣😭 just awesome

[@michelleperez4128]

Season 2 is so amazing !!! This show is what tv has been missing. She is a genius : )

[@EpicKate]

3:57 The Best part of this video-

[@nahyunkim5554]

Love you Rachel XX IT IS THE MOST INCREDIBLE SHOW IN THE HISTORY Who'da thunk it, so remarkable, and weird ...

[@cathcasyt]

I watched this show innnn I wanna say year eight I think cause that’s like a really emotional part of my life idk meh! But the point is damn the way this show destroyed me and built me up again I never become so attached to a show like that before and since

[@lazytedd93]

Ms. Bloom, literally the best description of musical comedy. Thanks for bringing it into the world.

[@vamanosninja4143]

Yay I can watch this while I wait for the next episode. :) There was none last Friday. :(

[@MrGleeiscool]

Vamanos Ninja this fridays the mid season finale and then it returns January 5th

[@talytasbarcelos]

my saviour

[@nancymarrero6781]

I hate that this show is over!

[@minaminasctftlkhttydfan9958]

I hear Silver from Angry Birds

[@bjewel3751]

I LOVE RACHEL BLOOM. BEST COMEDY IVE SEEN IN SOOOOO LONG!

[@Rey-bg7fk]

I love crazy ex girlfriend. Everything about it is soo fine and thiught out amd perfect

[@justincook6056]

Huge fan of the show. Started watching after release from psych hospital. Accurate in hilarious ways

[@nddhide6333]

When I am sad and broken I watched crazy ex girl friend this show really gives me hope and smile

[@annamcdearmond19]

Rachel is brilliant! Seriously

[@weesalikesmilktea4829]

"Josh does not love you. He will never love you." That sure aged well

[@mariaacosta2471]

Rachel honestly seems to be like the funniest and smartest person around

[@emilysimoneau]

Also you need to move on from Josh Chan. Josh is like Mr. JC (Jesus Christ) himself and Dr. Phil telling me to move on from him solved my God Complex and Religious Education trauma. What can’t he do?

[@faryalwilliam9167]

I just love the show, love how real it is. I love it so much

[@clarayes]

I loved the show, it's amazing, my sister was diagnose with bpd. I applauded, they talked about such painful difficult issues. The show is super funny and gets romanticized, but and reality, my sister spiral with a lot of drugs, sex, and alcohol addiction and she has two kids so my Mom couldn't take it any more and put her in rehab, because she was several times close to killing herself intentionally. I really don't know if there is a way that she can function without hurting herself, because they told us she has to take medications her whole life and she cannot mixed them with alcohol or recreational drugs. The emotional swings going from happy, sad, angry, afraid depression changes suddenly to the extremes swinging out of nowhere are super scary.

[@kstar2357]

Love her love love love the show.

[@RonnieStewartJr]

She’s too smart for this world.

[@amandatelling134]

haven't watched this yet, but I assume its Patti Lupone, to which yes, crying is the correct response

[@sparklemotion1018]

Unfortunately, it was Dr Phil, not Patti LuPone, Lea Salonga, Tovah Feldshuh, or any of the other legends who have guest-starred on the show. Also, the story that includes her crying (or almost crying) isn't interesting: it's basically, "Dr Phil, while playing himself on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, rejected the dialogue we'd written for him. Instead he spewed a bunch of Dr Phil-style spontaneous nonsense and Rachel Bloom thought this was awesome."

[@rickihealey7734]

she is such an amazing interview.

[@bleh1569]

What xD

[@lilbeanbun]

cruiseical the musical

[@blasee4731]

I freaking love her, and cxg is underrated.

[@emu314159]

That sounds ghastly. (the boat ride, I love rachel and her show.)

[@BitSmythe]

1:05. Damn. Why are we missing the word that made the audience laugh? Damn censors…