Britt Lower on Her Emmy-Nominated Role in Severance and Life Between Acting and Circus Arts

Britt Lower, the actress best known for her compelling role as Helly R in the Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ series Severance, shares insights into her unique life and career. The show, praised for exploring the duality of work and personal life, earned 27 Emmy nominations and became the streamer’s most-watched series worldwide. Lower, at 40, achieved breakout success after years in smaller roles, attributing the show’s appeal to its exploration of human duality—the coexistence of conformity and rebellion. Beyond television, she has a deep connection to the circus world, where she has literally joined as a performer between seasons, appreciating the trust and interdependence among circus artists. Her childhood in rural Illinois and artistic background, including improv and face painting, shape both her work and playful personality on set. Co-stars highlight her nurturing presence and sense of fun amid filming challenges, especially during the pandemic. Lower keeps her personal life private but reveals a love of adventure and storytelling, prioritizing roles that push her creatively. Despite the evolving entertainment industry and AI advances, she emphasizes the irreplaceable human element in art. Her journey from community theater to television stardom is marked by resilience and a passion for embracing fear as growth. Currently working on a Netflix series, she continues to blend her artistic pursuits with a grounded, spirited lifestyle.