Cliffhangers and a “World I Hadn’t Lived In”: Why Billy Crystal Made Rare TV Move to Star in ‘Before’

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• Actress Rosie Perez, who plays a foster mother in the show, brought her own personal experiences to the role, wanting to ensure it was portrayed accurately and sensitively.
• Judith Light, who plays Crystal's late wife in the series, had extensive discussions with the actor and showrunner to understand the dynamics of their characters' relationship before the events of the show.