2 July: Selena answering Only Murders season 2 questions with Los Angeles Times

In the new interview for Los Angeles Times, Selena answering questions about new season of Only Murders In The Building, her love for true crime, working with Martin & Short and many more!

LA Times: The first season was a fresh, hilarious and insightful take on the true-crime genre that set a high bar for the second season. I’m curious what intrigued you about Season 2 and the mystery surrounding who killed Bunny.

Gomez: I just wanted to keep knowing what was happening, so it was really great. We kind of picked up right where we left off.

LA Times: Selena, as a fan of the genre who has attended things like CrimeCon, did you feel like that gave you added insight into how to play a person of interest?

Gomez: Oh, yeah. I love escape rooms, and I was just in a few the other night and as soon as I walked out, my friends looked at me and said, “You are completely Mabel in that escape room.” I’m just fascinated with clues and solving things and trying to figure out the who, the why, the what.

The whole premise of the show is basically three characters that were a little bit lonely but found this common ground, and I think that’s what the bulk of the show is — that you know they all have this in common. And now they’re all being accused of murder, so it brings us closer.

LA Times: I have multiple text chains going for this show that span generations. When did you have a sense of the viewer demographics?

Gomez: After doing the first season, the reaction I got really was warm and lovely and surprising. I don’t know, I would say like 15 and older and beyond.

LA Times: Is this what it’s like on set, Selena?

Gomez: All the time. And I quite enjoy it. And then I enjoy our quiet time.

LA Times: “Only Murders in the Building” brought you all back to episodic television after some time away. Two seasons in, in what ways have you found it reinvigorating?

Gomez: The scripts are just so well written, and that makes me feel inspired and motivated to want to live up to those words.

LA Times: Selena, I would imagine going to work every day is like a master class in comedy. How has watching them affected you creatively? Has joining in that banter enhanced your comfort with your comedic side?

Gomez: At the beginning, I was very nervous. And then I got to be a little bit more involved. They made me feel really comfortable. I would say by the second season, I felt like I got a really good groove with Mabel, and in general, I felt more comfortable to ask for their advice on a scene, or if maybe that sounded bad. They’re honest with me. It’s nice.

LA Times: There are so many quirky traits that each of your characters has, like Oliver’s obsession with dips. What are your favorite quirks about your characters?

Gomez: I enjoy the dry, sarcastic moments that I have. I think they’re really fun.

LA Times: The first season wrapped up its mystery while offering a cliff-hanger. As viewers venture on the journey of this season, how would you describe the conclusion they’re in for? Give me a word.

Gomez: Mine is probably two words: overwhelmingly exciting.

LA Times: Tell me there is a group text going between you all.

Gomez: No, but it is really funny when I do email them because … it’s email. They always sign their names. It’s really sweet.

Full interview: www.latimes.com