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There’s a reason The Four Seasons became an instant hit for Netflix. Beneath its sharp writing, perfectly timed humor, and all-star ensemble lies something far more intimate: a deeply human story about friendship, love, aging, heartbreak, and the people who carry us through life’s messiest transitions. The series understands that long-term relationships, romantic or platonic — are rarely simple, but they are often the very thing that keeps us grounded. It’s this emotional honesty, paired with an effortless comedic rhythm, that has made the show resonate so strongly with audiences across generations.

At the center of that emotional pull is Kerri Kenney-Silver’s Anne, a woman navigating reinvention after personal upheaval while still desperately wanting to stay connected to the people she loves most. Best known for her fearless comedic work in Reno 911!, Kenney-Silver delivers one of the most vulnerable performances of her career in The Four Seasons, balancing warmth, heartbreak, humor, and resilience with remarkable subtlety. Rather than playing Anne’s emotional moments for drama or her comedic moments for laughs, Kenney-Silver approaches the character with complete honesty.

Kerri is wearing a green flowy dress. — Dress by Sarlea Mah at The Confessional Showroom NYC
Ring + Earrings by Oblik Atelier
Shoes by CAGLGLZ
Zipper Flourish Brooch by Kate Cusack

“I really try to just be truthful and honor the brilliant script,” she says. “Rather than thinking, ‘Ok, this moment is supposed to be funny’ or ‘here comes a sad part,’ I hope that what I am portraying is simply the truth.”
That emotional authenticity extends beyond the screen. Kenney-Silver describes the cast — which includes Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte — not only as some of the industry’s greatest talents, but also as “some of the kindest and most emotionally accessible people” she’s ever worked with. The result is a series that feels lived-in and real, where the chemistry between longtime friends never feels manufactured.
As The Four Seasons prepares to return for Season 2, Anne’s story is only becoming richer. New relationships, emotional healing, and self-discovery begin to open unexpected doors for the character, allowing Kenney-Silver to explore a softer, more grounded kind of performance — one she admits she hopes to continue pursuing moving forward. “I’m particularly enjoying the opportunity to play someone who is grounded, yet still messy,” she says.

Kerri is wearing a lavender flowy dress — Tinted Aqua Chiffon Gown with Winged Cape and Draped Bodice by Bibhu Mohapatra
36” Convertible Necklace by Karen Curtis
Mini Chandelier Earrings by Karen Curtis

Kerri, The Four Seasons quickly became a #1 hit for Netflix and struck a chord with audiences through its honest portrayal of long-term friendships and relationships. As the show returns for Season 2, what has it meant for you to be part of a series that feels so emotionally relatable to so many viewers?

It gives me hope that this show about long-term relationships has resonated with so many different demographics. Community is everything, and working through the tough times with the people you hold nearest and dearest is vital to happiness and longevity.

You play Anne, a character navigating the emotional fallout of a major life transition while still holding onto humor and hope. What initially drew you to the role, and what aspects of her journey did you feel most connected to?

I loved the original film by Alan Alda in 1981, and getting the chance to work with Tina Fey and this brilliant cast is a dream come true. I connect deeply with Anne’s need to be connected to the people she loves and wanting so badly to be able to add value to their lives.

Kerris is long black leather dress — Dress by Michael Costello
Mega Tress Zipper Necklace and Zipper Earrings by Kate Cusack
Shoes by Atana at FLYING SOLO

Critics have praised the way your performance balances vulnerability with sharp comedic timing. How do you approach walking that fine line between heartfelt and funny when bringing Anne to life?

I really try to just be truthful and honor the brilliant script, which already contains all of the information needed to convey the humorous and dramatic beats. Rather than thinking, “Ok, this moment is supposed to be funny” or “here comes a sad part,” I hope that what I am portraying is simply the truth.

The series features an incredible ensemble, including Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte. What has it been like collaborating with such a dynamic group of performers, and how does that chemistry influence the show’s tone?

Not only am I working with some of the greatest talents in the industry, they are also some of the kindest and most emotionally accessible people I’ve ever met. Our off-screen connection was immediate, which I believe translates on-screen as well as real, genuine friendship and love. Because that’s what it is.

Kerri is wearing a pink blazer with fun jewelry. — Suit by MELKE!
Extra-Large Chandelier Earrings by Karen Curtis
Chunky V Statement Necklace by Karen Curtis
Adjustable Fringe Necklace by Karen Curtis

The Four Seasons blends precise comedy with deeply human moments. When you're working within that kind of emotional and comedic balance, how do you know when to lean into the joke and when to let the vulnerability take the lead?

Our directors are mostly members of our team: Tina Fey, Tracy Wigfield, Lang Fisher, and Jeff Richmond. Even the incredible Colman Domingo directed episodes this season! These people are the heartbeat of the show, so they have created the tone from the inception of the show. They are able to guide us through the intended emotional journey because they created it. And when Colman Domingo directs, he is coming at it from both a performer’s heart and a director’s eye, so his direction is always spot on.

Kerri is wearing a white shirt with black leather skirt and yellow pumps. — Tila Wide Sleeve Shirt in White by The Frankie Shop
Maybelle Faux Leather Skirt Front Slit Pencil by The Frankie Shop
Elizabeth Zipper Necklace and Zipper Earrings by Kate Cusack
Shoes by COLETER

Season 1 left Anne standing at a moment of reinvention in her life. What new layers of her character will audiences get to see as the story continues in Season 2?

Anne gets to explore her sexuality again and the possibility of new love. Her relationship with Ginny (Erika Henningsen) unlocks a kind of forgiveness for Nick (Steve Carell) in a way that I think most would find heroic, given what she went through with their marriage

Kerri is wearing gold jewelry. — Jewelry by Oblik Atelier

At its core, The Four Seasons is a love letter to long-term relationships, both romantic and platonic. From your perspective, what makes those evolving dynamics so compelling to explore on screen?

I feel like no matter what age you are or what your family or friend group looks like, everyone will be able to relate to these characters in one way or another. At its core, it’s not about race, economic status, sexual preference, or any other identifier. It’s about humans who need each other to survive and how to navigate that long term.

Alongside The Four Seasons, you also appear in the upcoming Apple TV+ series Margo’s Got Money Troubles with Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning. What excited you about joining that project, and how does that world differ from the one audiences see in this series?

I was very excited to get to work with Elle Fanning and that I got to play the character who, by treating her dismissively and cruelly, ultimately puts a fire under her that sets her off on her journey for the season. A completely opposite character from Anne in The Four Seasons, who very much wants to add value to people’s lives and to be loved

You’ve built an incredible career across comedy and drama, from co- creating Reno 911! to memorable roles in Big Little Lies, Santa Clarita Diet, and What We Do in the Shadows. Looking back, what has guided your instincts when choosing the stories you want to be part of?

I love playing a wide variety of characters, so anytime I am given the chance to stretch that muscle to play someone completely different, I’m enticed.

Kerri is black long dress. — Dress by Michael Costello
Mega Tress Zipper Necklace and Zipper Earrings by Kate Cusack
Shoes by Atana at FLYING SOLO

With the films Wishful Thinking just premiering at SXSW, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass coming out in July and a new season of The Four Seasons arriving on Netflix this summer, this feels like a particularly exciting moment in your career. As you look ahead, what kinds of stories or creative challenges are you most excited to explore next

I’m particularly enjoying the opportunity to play someone who is grounded, yet still messy. I hope to get to do more work that leans toward real, raw characters, be it comedy or drama. I couldn’t be more grateful that The Four Seasons has opened that door for me and allowed me to show audiences that I am capable of that.

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Talent: Kerri Kenney Silver
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