So, how old was Paul Mescal when filming Normal People? He was 23. But more importantly, he was exactly the right age to make you forget he’s acting. He was old enough to understand the weight of the words, but young enough to still carry that teenage awkwardness in his shoulders. It’s a magic trick, and he pulled it off while likely eating a sad sandwich between takes.
Next time you binge the show—and let’s be honest, you will—remember that the guy making you cry is probably still figuring out his own life, too. And if you’re 23 and reading this? Don’t worry. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Just maybe avoid playing a heartbreaker on global television unless you’re ready for the internet to ask about your birth certificate. You’re welcome for the career advice.
