First of all season two picks up where we left off, so Doc is back....hopefully for a while, but it's the apocalypse so anything can happen.
Q: What’s it like playing Doc in comparison to your previous roles, what’s different about the role?
RH: I've been acting for 35 years (mostly on stage), so it's difficult to compare roles. I can tell you this is the first opportunity I've had to develop a character over an extended period of time. That's the coolest part about being in a TV series.
Q: What made you audition for the role of Doc, what was the main draw?
RH I loved the role of Doc, the opportunity to work in Washington state (where I live) and the chance to earn a living wage as an actor.
Q: Throughout Season 1 Doc was the group’s “Comedian”, the laid back one - will that continue in Season 2 or will Doc become more serious after the events of the finale?
RH: The stakes are higher for everyone in season two, but Doc has survived this long by having a sense of humor and being a trusted team player. I don't think that will change.
Q: If you could be a different character other than Doc who would you be and why?
RH: I've been asked that before. If I couldn't play Doc, then I would love the challenge of playing Addy (minus the Mack drama) as a transgendered character. I could rock those dreadlocks and finally get a 'signature weapon' (the Z Whacker!). That's my answer and I'm sticking to it.
Q: What was your favourite moment from the first season - most fun to film?
RH: I would say the air shaft scene, but it was physically uncomfortable. They offered me a harness, but I refused it. I just hung there for hours. Next time I'll try "acting uncomfortable". I did have a blast doing the craniotomy on the young man in Warren's house. It was the first time you realize Doc is ready to jump in and do the best he can. Unfortunately his medical knowledge didn't extend beyond tips he picked up watching reruns of ER. Lots of blood! It was fun.
Q: Can you tease anything about what we expect to see in Season 2? Follow up: What will be different than Season 1?
RH: Like I mentioned earlier, the stakes are higher for everyone...Zombies included. Our make-up, wardrobe and special effects people are taking it to new heights. They are the real stars of season two. You will be amazed. I promise.
Q: We got some backstory on 10k and Murphy in Season 1, is there a chance we'll see something about Doc's past in Season 2?
RH: There is a very good chance of that.
Q: Will there be a change in tone in Season 2, less humorous and more darker?
RH: More of both during the second season.
Q: As Murphy decided to jump ship in the finale will the group’s objective change or will they still be trying to get a cure for the outbreak?
RH: The mission remains the same. Get Murphy to the CDC labs, but we are faced with many more obstacles.
Q: Lastly, is there anything you can tell us about the fates of other characters who were hanging on by a thread in the finale?
RH: Some characters stay, some go. Prepare to see many wonderful new guest stars, as well as a new addition to the team. You can also count on seeing a few reoccurring characters like Sketchy & Skeevy....and "Pie Girl". Brace yourself. Season two is off the hook!
