Eris Baker Isn’t Afraid Of Change & Playing Tess On ‘This Is Us’ Taught Her That: EXCLUSIVE
If you’re a fan of NBC’s heartrending series, This Is Us, you’ll already recognize Eris Baker. The 14-year-old actress plays Tess Pearson on the series, and handles her coming-of-age with a grace and grit that might surprise you. That’s because Tess—whose character acts as a beacon for LGBTQ+ audiences after coming out in Season 3—clearly isn’t just ticking off the boxes of teenage malaise. She is one of the series’ most nuanced young characters, bringing narratives of identity, sexuality, and, yes, as of Season 4, even mental health, to the fore. And while This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman and his team of writers are also surely to credit here, Tess’ brilliance is in...
