Interview with Patrick Dempsey
We met Patrick Dempsey from "Gray's Anatomy" in LA He chatted about the hairdresser's visit that changed his life - and why sometimes the image of the empathetic "TV Doctor" annoys him.
JOY: Since you in "Gray's Anatomy" the doctor Derek "Dr. McDreamy "Shepherd, you are adored by female fans. How does that feel? Patrick Dempsey: The role I play in the series is a very idealized version of a man - and I'm just the object of this projection. When approached on the street, I try to be polite, though I often say, "Man, today I'm totally exhausted, I've had a bad day and just want to be at peace!" Following in the footsteps of ever patient Dr, I could never kick McDreamy.
Does your wife now expect you to be more empathetic? No, it's the other way round: since the show's success, we've had a lot less time together. Unfortunately, when it comes to careers, children and a 15-hour working day, romance sometimes falls by the wayside. I love my wife above all, but right now I'm not a perfect husband.
In the long run, we will move away from Los Angeles. I want my kids to grow up in a normal environment. I grew up in rural Maine and I wish the same for my children. LA is perfect for working, but it's hard to stay on the ground. This city shows you daily what you are not.
"Crazy men often make themselves a fool"
What exactly bothers you about Los Angeles? Everyone is looking for the hottest stars and thinks you have to be the same to succeed. Many lose their own selves. Success is transient. I became famous in my early twenties (with the gangster movie "The Real Bosses - Mobsters"). And then the phone did not ring for years.
The result was that I found myself ugly and untalented. I did not even want to go to the cinema - out of disappointment and envy because I did not get roles. This has changed with "Gray's Anatomy" ... But the success of the series does not depend on me but on the collective: the authors, the music and the crew. The downside is that I have to work harder now than I did before. Because everyone is watching you exactly. My wife helps me withstand this pressure.
Where did you meet? 13 years ago I went to a hairdressing salon for hair cutting. Jillian was the owner. I can still remember exactly what she was wearing: a blue blouse and black pants. I saw her and knew immediately that I would marry her. In 1999 it was time. In the meantime, we have three children: first came daughter Tallulah and on February 1, 2007 our twin sons Sullivan and Darby were born.Were not married yet? Yes, at the beginning of 20 I was married for five years to a woman who was almost twice as old was like me. But our relationship quickly became a disaster, as we both went through very different stages of life. But I learned a lot from her - in bed and outside (laughs)!
You are now 41. How do you keep fit? I'm trying to age gracefully and not get neurotic. I give up bread with a heavy heart. I also go jogging, go to the gym, and do car races as a hobby. I have a thing for classic cars. For my 40th birthday my wife gave me a Mercedes Benz from 1969 and I own the Porsche from the movie "Top Gun". A disadvantage beyond the 40: My hair is a nightmare, they are getting gray! Soon I have to ask my wife to dye her (grins).
Would you be a good doctor in real life? I think so, but I would not have the patience to study that long. But: the more I learn about medicine when turning, the more fun it is for me to play a doctor. The role is magical! I just put on a white coat and feel powerful, intelligent and attractive.
For your new comedy "Made of Honor" you slip into women's clothing. Do we see something like this more often? Not really (laughs). I play a man who is in love with a fiancee. When she asks him to become her best man, he does everything - to prevent the wedding. Crazy men often make themselves a fool (laughs). COSMOPOLITAN Online: The Big Sex and the City Special >>
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