Elisabeth Moss: What disappointment has stayed with you longest?

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Elisabeth Moss

American actor

Recorded said elsewhere, not written here

I don't dwell on disappointments.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 March 2012 source ↗

Others on this question

Jay McInerney American writer

That my critics remain healthy, despite violent attacks of spleen.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 13 June 2009 source ↗

Richard Wilson Scottish actor and theatre director

Not directing a major film.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 February 2016 source ↗

Adam Kay British comedy writer, author, youtuber, comedian and former physician

I’ve never been upgraded on a plane.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 3 June 2023 source ↗

John Bishop English comedian and actor

When I didn't get selected for the county football team when I was 15.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 October 2013 source ↗

This is kind of cheesy, but my mum.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 March 2012 source ↗

Whenever I'm with my mum and brother. We have family dinners every Sunday – it's become quite the tradition.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 31 March 2012 source ↗

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