Sissy Spacek, an acclaimed actress celebrated for her Oscar-winning performance, has been cast in a recurring role opposite the talented Michelle Williams and Jenny Slate in FX’s captivating limited series, ‘Dying for Sex.’ This highly anticipated series, penned by the skilled writing duo of Liz Meriwether and Kim Rosenstock, draws inspiration from the captivating Wondery podcast of the same name.
‘Dying for Sex’ delves into the profound journey of Molly (Williams), a woman whose diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer prompts her to break free from her 15-year marriage and embark on an exploration of her sexuality. Throughout her transformative adventure, she finds unwavering support and encouragement from her devoted best friend Nikki (Slate), who remains by her side until the very end.
Spacek will bring to life the character of Gail, Molly’s mother, whose intricate history with her daughter adds depth and complexity to the narrative. Meriwether and Rosenstock brilliantly serve as both showrunners and executive producers, ensuring the series’ exceptional vision and execution. Joining their esteemed team are talented executive producers Jessica Headland, Katherine Pope (Meriwether’s longtime collaborator), Nikki Boyer (host and co-creator of the ‘Dying for Sex’ podcast), as well as Wondery’s Jen Sargent, Marshall Lewy, Aaron Hart, and Hernan Lopez. Michelle Williams also assumes a producer role, while 20th Television serves as the production studio.
Spacek joins a remarkable ensemble cast that includes previously announced recurring cast members Rob Delaney, Jay Duplass, David Rasche, Kelvin Yu, and Esco Jouléy. Throughout her illustrious career, Spacek has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including an Academy Award, a SAG Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. Her five additional Oscar nominations, three Emmy nominations, and a Grammy nomination stand as a testament to her exceptional talent and enduring legacy. Among her recent notable credits are the heartwarming film ‘Sam & Kate’ and the captivating Prime Video series ‘Night Sky.’ Spacek is ably represented by UTA and MGMT Entertainment.