Why Hollywood's Ultimate Nepo Baby Embraces the Hate
From Obsessed: The Podcast by The Daily Beast
May 2, 2026 · 36 min · Season 1 · Episode 44
About this episode
Tony Goldwyn discusses his career, family legacy, and thoughts on Hollywood in a candid interview.
Tony Goldwyn joins Obsessed for a candid and hilarious conversation about everything from the final season of Hacks and the lasting obsession with Scandal to the never-ending nepo baby debate. Tony opens up about working with Jean Smart, why people still call him Mr. President, his thoughts on legacy in Hollywood, and why he proudly embraces coming from one of entertainment’s most famous families. He also reflects on his groundbreaking role in Designing Women’s iconic AIDS episode, his humanitarian work with Americares, and what makes Shonda Rhimes one of the greatest creators in television history. If you love TV, Hollywood stories, and behind-the-scenes honesty, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: Kevin Fallon, Matt Wilstein
Guest: Tony Goldwyn
Topics covered
- Hollywood
- nepo baby debate
- TV shows
- humanitarian work
- legacy in entertainment
Keywords
- Tony Goldwyn
- Hacks
- Scandal
- nepo baby
- Hollywood legacy
- Designing Women
- Shonda Rhimes
- humanitarian work
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Americares
Books & works: Hacks, Scandal, Designing Women
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