Mehcad Brooks Unfazed by Intimate Scenes in And Just Like That Season 3
Let’s cut straight to it: Mehcad Brooks isn’t losing any sleep over shooting steamy moments in And Just Like That’s third season. The award-winning actor—best known to fans as Supergirl’s James Olsen and now as Anthony Marantino—confirms that nudity and passion on set “doesn’t scare me at all.” In a recent interview with People magazine, Brooks opened up about tackling new storylines for his breakthrough character and how he’s embraced the challenge of intimacy in a high-profile reboot.
Brooks revealed that Season 3 ramps up the romance for Anthony, who’s navigating midlife and love in New York City alongside Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw, Cynthia Nixon’s Miranda Hobbes and Kristin Davis’s Charlotte York. “We want it authentic,” Brooks told Entertainment Tonight. “The writers and director build a safe space so you can bring your A-game. It’s professional, respectful—and surprisingly fun.” He added that choreographed intimacy coordinators helped him feel at ease during rehearsals, ensuring every kiss and caress aligns with the show’s polished aesthetic.
According to TVLine, the producers consulted real-life couples and therapists to ground Anthony’s new relationship arc in reality. Brooks says his character’s love life will test notions of commitment and self-discovery. “Anthony’s journey isn’t just cheesecake shots and cocktails,” he teased. “He’s growing up in front of the audience. Those intimate scenes are part of his evolution.” He also praised his costars for their collaborative spirit: “Everyone’s supportive—a little family,” he noted.
Filming kicked off in late spring across Manhattan locales, with insiders at Variety confirming the crew is shooting on location in SoHo, Brooklyn Heights and Central Park through August. Brooks admitted that running between soundstages and public spots occasionally draws crowds, but he’s learned to lean into the energy. “New Yorkers love a good paparazzi moment,” he laughed. “It keeps me grounded.”
As buzz ramps up ahead of the Season 3 premiere on Max this November, Brooks says he’s focused on one goal: delivering a performance that resonates. “If you’re going to do love scenes, do them truthfully,” he advised fellow actors. “That honesty is what makes it click for the audience.” Early teasers hint that Anthony’s romance may spark conflicts with the SATC OG trio, adding spice to the ensemble dynamic.
And there you have it—no sugar-coating, just the facts. Season 3 promises more than just glamorous outfits and witty one-liners: it’s ready to explore intimacy through a fresh lens. Judge for yourself when the new episodes drop.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Entertainment Tonight, TVLine
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