Charlotte Ritchie, known for her roles in 'Fresh Meat' and 'Ghosts,' initially faced skepticism from her 'You' co-star, Penn Badgley.
Badgley, who plays serial killer Joe Goldberg, assumed Ritchie was similar to her character, Kate Galvin, a wealthy heiress. Ritchie found this "somewhat rude," highlighting the contrast between her comedic background and the dark thriller.
Ritchie admitted to feeling imposter syndrome when joining the established Netflix hit. She was relieved when Badgley watched 'Ghosts' and enjoyed it, creating a connection between them.
Ritchie's career began with a small role in 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.' She also had a stint in the classical girl group All Angels, balancing concerts with schoolwork.
She recalls feeling overwhelmed by the pace of her life during her teens and twenties, mistaking anxiety for success. Her perfectionist tendencies continued at university, where she juggled filming 'Fresh Meat' with her English dissertation.
Despite her success, Ritchie experienced periods of unemployment between roles. She is now starring in the ITV thriller 'Code of Silence,' playing a detective who enlists a deaf worker to lip-read during an investigation.
Ritchie revealed that filming 'You' in New York has inspired her. She says she returned to London with a new sense of ambition and optimism.
She hints at pursuing goals beyond her acting career, but remains tight-lipped about the specifics. Ritchie's unique blend of British humor and newfound drive promises an exciting future.