Everyone is mad for Mad Men. Time’s contribution is the illuminating “10 Questions for Jon Hamm,” in which he shares his view of Man Men. It’s definitely worth reading in its entirety to see how Hamm perceives the show and his character.
He also talks about how playing Don Draper has influenced him:
Has playing Don Draper influenced your personal style?
I’m more conscious of what goes into dressing up. My personal style is not quite up to snuff with Mad Men. But the difference between a nice suit and a suit that isn’t tailored to fit you is significant. It’s very much a statement about a person who’s ready to look like he’s in control of a situation.Are you concerned about becoming typecast as Don Draper?
I think it’s more of a concern of just being the guy in the suit in the period piece. It may be hard for other people — as the show becomes more popular — to see me and not see Don. But the challenge of being an actor is being able to create another persona and portray that accurately.How do you get your hair to stay so perfectly coiffed on the show? I’m trying to replicate it on my husband.
Have your husband come into hair and makeup, and they will load it up with about three pounds of hair spray and gel, and it won’t move. It is locked down. Crispy.
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