Brett Dier – Jane The Virgin

By: Lisa Steinberg

Q) Where do we pick up this season on “Jane The Virgin” and what can you tease about your character Michael?

A) We picked up nine minutes after the kidnapping, with Michael down on his luck in a bar. It’s hard for him because Rafael (Justin Baldoni) is always around and now that this baby is in Jane’s life, he will obviously be around pretty much no matter what!! Michael will be kept busy though with the Sin Rostro investigation and with his flourishing Bromance with Rogelio (Jaime Camil). So, hopefully, he can get his mind off things. I can tell you, this may be the most dramatic Michael’s life will ever get.

Q) Will Michael and Rafael still be at odds or will finding the baby bring them more together?

A) I think they will always be at odds with one another or always have some kind of underlying jealousy or anger even if they are friendly with one another. One of my favorite scenes to do with Justin are the scenes where we say one thing and our thoughts are written underneath. I think it will always be that way with Rafael and Michael…But who knows! Jeane loves to make you think one thing and then you magically think another!

Q) What has been your favorite part of Michael’s character arc so far?

A) I just love his journey. The guy has been through a lot of crap and still manages to stay sane. I know that if all that happened to me, I’d be in therapy six times a week, four times a day. He’s a strong, caring and loving guy, not to mention his job. Being a detective would be extremely taxing on the mind, but he still manages to be there for Jane. It’s fun playing all these things. The different sides to Michael. I’ve learned a lot as an actor from playing  this character, and I’m so excited where he’ll go.

Q) Guest stars this season include Kesha and Britney Spears, what can you share about their roles and how they fit into the show?

A) Yes!! It was so cool having them there! I didn’t get a chance to meet Kesha, unfortunately, but I did get to say “hi” to Britney Spears! Britney Spears plays Rogelio’s nemesis. They have some really funny scenes together. Rogelio is angry at her for something that happened in his past. That’s all I can say! I’VE SAID TOO MUCH.

Q) What do you think it is about Michael and Jane that keeps pulling them back together?

A) I think it’s love. They had a strong relationship before everything flipped on its head. It wasn’t their choice to end it, but it was the circumstance that pushed them apart. Had that stuff not happened I think they would be married by now. But that’s telenovela life! It’s tough living in a telenovela world. Anything can happen at any time.

Q) How has it been getting that instant fan feedback and interaction with Twitter?

A) It’s wonderful! I love it. I love that people take time to write me or write about the show from all over the world.  I’m just really awkward on Twitter. Well, I’m awkward everywhere, but especially on Twitter. But I love reading what people have to say!

Q) Will we see Michael have a new partner this season?

A) Perhaps…? Or perhaps not?… I guess you’ll just have to see. (Cue dramatic music)

Q) Will romantic dynamics change now that Jane is no longer a virgin?

A) Jane is still a virgin!!!!

Q) Is there anything else you would like to share or tease about the season?

A) Well, I just know it’s going to be an epic season. The show just keeps progressively getting better and better. And I’m not just saying that because I’m on the show. There is so much that is going to happen. I wish I could spoil stuff, but I honestly haven’t a clue. We are on episode six right now and the amount of stuff that has gone down already…IS EPIC! I can’t imagine how it’s going to end up after twenty-two episodes. Holy crap.