For former late-night hostLilly Singh, joiningthe Muppetsuniverse was a match that came with a lot of pressure.
“There’s a sense of nostalgia for a lot of people,” she says.
Compared to herThe Muppets Mayhemcostars, Singh worried about being the least experienced actor on the series.
Nora (Lilly Singh), Janice, and Hannah (Saara Chaudry) have a heart-to-heart.Mitch Haaseth/Disney
“I had a little bit of imposter syndrome and thought ‘Can I keep up with everyone?’
Spiders
The eight-legged creatures are an immediate no for Singh.
“If there’s a spider in my house, I will have to move,” she quips.
Lilly Singh.Ryan Pfluger/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images
Coming out
The morning after coming out, Singh remembers her sexuality trending on Twitter.
“I remember throwing up in my mouth because it felt so invasive,” she says.
The anxiety of living in her truth came from a belief that it would hurt her career.
Thankfully, it turned out not to be the case, which was a pleasant surprise for Singh.
The Muppets Mayhempremieres May 10 on Disney+.
