Anjelica Huston Reflects on 'Smash' Experience, Discusses Personal Struggles

Anjelica Huston has recently reflected on her time in the NBC musical series 'Smash,' revealing that her experience was marred by unhappiness and personal struggles. During an interview, she stated, "I wasn't very happy when I was on that show," citing the harsh New York winter and a sense of feeling undervalued in her role as Broadway producer Eileen Rand as contributing factors to her discontent. Additionally, Huston was still mourning the loss of her husband, Robert Graham, during the show's production. She also disclosed that she was diagnosed with cancer in 2019 but is now four years cancer-free and feeling proud of her recovery. Her comments come as a Broadway adaptation of 'Smash' has recently opened, showcasing the show's enduring legacy despite its initial cancellation in 2013. Huston's reflections highlight the contrast between her on-screen role and her off-screen struggles during that period.