Julia Louis-Dreyfus Distinguishes 'Veep' Character from Kamala Harris at DNC

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, the acclaimed actress known for her role as Selina Meyer on HBO's "Veep," clarified during an appearance on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" that her character bears no resemblance to Vice President Kamala Harris. Speaking live from the Democratic National Convention, Louis-Dreyfus emphasized the stark differences between the fictional vice president she portrays and the real-life political figure, despite both being women in similar positions of power. Colbert highlighted a significant increase in "Veep" viewership, which surged by 350% following President Joe Biden's withdrawal and Harris' ascension. Louis-Dreyfus acknowledged this trend but reiterated the need to differentiate between her character, described as a "narcissistic, megalomaniac sociopath," and Harris, whom she respects. She humorously suggested that the character might be more akin to former President Donald Trump. The actress also reflected on her past comments regarding Harris, recalling a tweet from 2020 that celebrated the vice president's election. Louis-Dreyfus expressed hope that she could soon tweet about a "Madam President," indicating her support for Harris' potential presidential run. Additionally, she revealed plans to be "extra-involved" in the campaign to elect Harris. As a committed Democrat and advocate for liberal causes, Louis-Dreyfus is set to host a panel featuring the nation's eight Democratic female governors at the DNC, further showcasing her dedication to political engagement and support for women in leadership roles.