We exclusively spoke to Jeff Pierre from Walker about his character Trey Barnett and how he went from the military to the boyfriend, to the coach, and ultimately a badass Texas Ranger. Pierre and I discussed everything from what it was like getting the job to the pivotal scenes like the shootout with Cap or the crazy Stella save from the trail. Pierre jokes that he has had so many jobs -- but one that is serious and emotionally meaningful was the day he was told his character would become a ranger. Pierre talks about what it was like putting the outfit on and how he got away with not wearing two belts (it will make sense when you listen to it). Pierre talks about how much he loves the cast and some of the shenanigans that go on in between takes. However, the most important thing I learned in this interview is that Pierre is one of the nicest people on the planet, a fantastic husband and father (we got to do a mini-interview with his daughter), and just a humble human being. His smile is infectious, and we spent so much time just having fun and talking. We came up with some good pranks, and hopefully, if the show is renewed, I will get to come on set and hang out with him and put some of those pranks in motion.
Host: Monica Gleberman
Editor: Shamindri De Sayrah
Social Media Graphic: Jojo
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Synopsis:
A reimagining of the long-running series "Walker, Texas Ranger," "Walker" follows the adventures of Cordell Walker, a widower and father of two with his own moral code, as he returns home to Austin after being under cover for two years, only to discover there's harder work to be done at home. He must attempt to reconnect with his creative and thoughtful son and his headstrong, somewhat rebellious teenage daughter and navigate clashes with his family -- an ADA brother who stepped in during Walker's absence, his perceptive mother and his traditional rancher father. Walker finds unexpected common ground with his new partner while growing increasingly suspicious about the circumstances surrounding his wife's death.
*Walker airs on The CW on Thursdays at 8pm EST (and is available for free to stream on The CW app)
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