Jenna Bush Hager Reveals Her Family’s Fun Take on Netflix’s “The Residence” Murder Mystery
Buckle up, friends, because we’re diving into the world of political intrigue and murder—yes, you read that right! This time, we’re not talking about Capitol Hill shenanigans but rather Netflix’s latest binge-worthy series, “The Residence.” In a recent episode of “Today with Jenna & Friends,” our girl Jenna Bush Hager dropped some juicy tidbits about her parents, former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, who are apparently fans of this new Shondaland production. The series, which stars the talented Uzo Aduba as the brilliant detective Cordelia Cupp, takes viewers on a wild ride through the White House after a body turns up during a chaotic state dinner. Imagine trying to solve a murder in a house with 132 rooms and 157 suspects—sounds like a twisted version of Clue, right?
The show is inspired by Kate Andersen Brower’s book “The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House,” so you know it’s got some serious storytelling chops. During her chat with actor Andrew Rannells, who’s busy promoting his upcoming film “I Don’t Understand You,” Jenna revealed that her folks find the series “delightful.” And let’s be honest, if the Bushes are on board, it’s gotta be good!
Rannells couldn’t help but inquire about the show’s accuracy, asking Jenna how realistic the set looks. She shared that her parents seemed to enjoy it, which is high praise coming from the former first family. Jenna even joked about popping in to give some notes on the production, because why not? After all, who better to weigh in on a White House drama than someone who grew up in it?
As the investigation unfolds in “The Residence,” viewers are treated to a stellar cast that includes Giancarlo Esposito as Chief Usher A.B. Wynter and Randall Park as FBI agent Edwin Park. It’s a mix of humor, suspense, and a peek behind the curtain of one of the most famous residences in the world. While there haven’t been any real-life murders at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue during Jenna’s childhood, there were definitely some close calls that kept the Secret Service on their toes. In a previous episode of her show, Jenna’s husband Henry Hager recounted a hilarious mishap from their early dating days, where he accidentally bumped a Secret Service vehicle while picking her up. Talk about a first date story!
So, if you’re in the mood for some murder mystery mixed with a dose of political drama and a sprinkle of family fun, make sure to queue up “The Residence.” It’s the perfect way to escape into a world where suspense and laughs collide, and who knows, you might even find yourself debating the show’s finer points over dinner like the Bushes!
And there you have it—the scoop on a show that’s as entertaining as it is intriguing. Now go ahead and impress your friends with your newfound trivia about murder in the White House!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Netflix, Today Show
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