Why Hollywood's Ultimate Nepo Baby Embraces the Hate

Tony Goldwyn joins Obsessed for a candid and hilarious conversation about everything from the final season of Hacks and the lasting obsession with Scandal to the never-ending nepo baby debate. Tony opens up about working with Jean Smart, why people still call him Mr. President, his thoughts on legacy in Hollywood, and why he proudly embraces coming from one of entertainment’s most famous families. He also reflects on his groundbreaking role in Designing Women’s iconic AIDS episode, his humanitarian work with Americares, and what makes Shonda Rhimes one of the greatest creators in television history. If you love TV, Hollywood stories, and behind-the-scenes honesty, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram ⁠@kpfallon⁠ Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram ⁠@mattjwilstein⁠ New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; ⁠early drops on YouTube⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Why Hollywood's Ultimate Nepo Baby Embraces the Hate is an episode from The Last Laugh by The Daily Beast.

This episode is 35:43 long.

This episode was published on May 2, 2026.

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