Tony Shalhoub of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and more

Tony Shalhoub of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and more

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If you’re in Hollywood, the stereotype goes that you’re either a character actor or a *star*. A character actor shows up in a couple scenes for about five minutes, and, even in that small moment, they make the film. Tony Shalhoub has done that plenty of times. While a star, of course, is someone you can build an whole movie or TV show around or a TV show. They’re relatable, usually charming, sometimes vulnerable. Tony Shalhoub does that all the time, too. Tony Shalhoub of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Monk” and more sits down with Jesse Thorn to discuss his long career on the big and small screens.