My name is Scott Michael Foster and I like to pretend. AMA!

Scott Michael, do you ever pretend to be... Michael Scott?

I definitely quote that show a ton.

As someone who has a mental illness, thanks for jumping on my favorite show about dealing with mental illnesses.

The CXG crew has made the past 3 years pretty awesome for me.

How does it feel to know you've helped be a part of something people really gravitate to for something that I feel doesn't get enough recognition in mental illness awareness?

Honestly, I'm learning more about mental illness each day on this show. It's good to be a part of something that helps raise awareness!

Who is the funiest person on set and why is it Pete Gardner?

Also what is the funniest thing Pete has done?

What song is currently stuck in your head?

Pete definitely has us all in stitches pretty regularly and I don't think I can single out any one funny thing because he's funny ALL THE TIME.

Do you ship Nathaniel with anyone?

Also, we know that Nathaniel identifies as Slytherin but what house do you identify with?

Nathaniel is a complicated character for sure but I think he needs to figure himself out before I start to ship him with anyone. And I'm definitely a Hufflepuff...

What's your favorite Crazy Ex-Girlfriend song that you WEREN'T a part of?

I was sort of a part of "Man Nap" but I wish I could've been on stage in the 80's glam rock get up with the rest of the guys.

I was sort of a part of "Man Nap" but I wish I could've been on stage in the 80's glam rock get up with the rest of the guys.

Thanks for all the great questions! Don't forget to tune in tonight to watch the season premiere of Crazy-Ex Girlfriend on the CW @ 9/8C Bye for now!

God I love this show. So much so much so much. I particularly loved the song where all the office people are asking why you were even there!

What do you think is the reason why Nathaniel is drawn to Rebecca?

Great question! I think she provides him some comfort by telling him its ok to have feelings. He's not used to feeling emotions and she brings that out of him.

Hi Scott! Do you or the writers have a backstory for Nathaniel that you can share? I'm very curious to know what happened to Nathaniel (or what you think happened to him) once his father caught him napping!

Let's just say he had a sad childhood :/

Great actor!! Loved your work since “Greek” but what has been the character you’ve liked the most playing?

Thank you! They have all been great roles, I couldn't single one out :)

Hi, Scott! I love your character in Crazy Ex Girlfriend! My question is: were there any scenes in Season 2 that had to be filmed more than once because you could not stop laughing during filming? 🍿

I definitely lost it a few times doing scenes with Pete.

How different is Rebecca Bunch to Rachel Bloom?

Wildly different. While Rachel brings Rebecca to life, she definitely isn't the same person.

What characteristic of Nathaniel's do you relate to the most? The least?

the most: I'd like to say fitness...

the least: probably fitness..

Do you have any early memories of acting or writing that made you realize it was what you wanted to do for real?

I would watch movies on the weekends over and over again. I really hated the fact that certain movies were already made and I couldn't be in them!

Nathaniel seems to be coming around to Rebecca, do you think this is an organic thing (like would the character actually do that) or a plot device?

Oh absolutely! Rebecca brings something out of all the characters on the show and I think they like that about her. It's only natural for Nathaniel to want to understand her.

Chasing life was my favorite show and I was so sad when Leo died. What did you like most about being a part of that show?

I was happy to be a part of a show that raised cancer awareness. I got to meet some really amazing survivors who watched the show and that meant the world to me.

Cappie was a character that changed with the shows needs but if you had to give him a hypothetical future, what direction do you see that person going in life?

Running a taco stand on the beach in Spain.

If you could make your bway debut in any show, what would it be? Also, if you could play any other Crazy Ex-Girlfriend character which one would it be?

That's a great question.. probably The Last 5 Years since I know it backwards and forwards. But I like so many plays and musicals!

Do you have any exercises or rituals you have to get in character?

Do you just slip right into it easily?

The writing on this show makes it pretty easy to get into character so I have to credit the writers.

Hi Scott! First of all, I wanted to say you're really, really wonderful as Nathaniel on CXG! (Also, "Let's Have Intercourse" was one of my favourites last season, I saw the video of you performing it live and you sound there even better than on the show.) I hope you don't mind if I have three questions at once (It's my very first time on reddit, so I hope that's allowed):

1. I'm intrigued by that "fun, sexy number" you're doing with White Josh / David in episode 9 - can you maybe tell us more about this? Was it also fun to shoot?

2. I don't know if you know this super fantastic podcast "Crazy Ex-GirlFans", but they talk at the end always about self-care recommendations (and already had some tips of Erick, Gabrielle, Steve & Rachel), do you also have some self-care tips for yourself/others?

3. Last one: Is "Dance Captain" Pete still so proud of your dancing skills as in this video on Vincent's Instagram some days ago? ;-)

I think Pete would want me to stay in class.

I'll have to give that podcast listen! Try to get some Vitamin D (sunshine) every day, It will help your mood :)

Can't give too much away about the White josh number but let's just say it will be wild.

Hi Scott, huge of Crazy Ex- girlfriend. What's the most outrageous behind-the-scenes thing that's happened to you on the show?

hmmmmm, the show itself is pretty outrageous. Our BTS antics are pretty tame haha

Hey Scott!

What was the audition process like for Crazy Ex-Girlfriend? Did you have to sing for your audition, and if so, what was it?

Btw, love the show and can’t wait to see it tonight!

Hey thanks! I had to do a scene and sing a song. I sang fly me to the moon by Frank Sinatra.

Who would win in a fight: a Godzilla-sized pug, a million pug-sized Godzillas, or Kevin McCallister from Home Alone?

Kevin, duh.

Favorite song to sing along to in the car?

Mr. Blue Sky

What did you like to pretend as a kid?

That I was a rockstar haha

Hey Scott! Remember that Virtual Rush contest from the show Greek? I barely do. Anyway, I was one of the winners that got to visit the set. Just wanted to say what's up again!

Hey! That was YEEEEEAAARS ago

Without giving anything away, if it's a spoiler, what's the moment you're most proud of on CXG? Like, a joke that you know you nailed, or a dramatic scene that you're really proud of. If it's still in the future, you can just tell us the episode number. :)

Definitely tune into to episode 9

Can you tell us anything about an upcoming song for Nathaniel? I can't wait to see what's in store for him this season. :)

Nathaniel has a few songs this season but in episode 3 he has a fun little number that takes place at the zoo. Don't miss it!

Hi Scott, my girlfriend and I loved you on Greek and think you're hilarious on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Who do you like playing more, Cappie or Nathaniel? Also, which character would you say you're more like?

Oh gosh, I'm not really like either of them. I bring them to life but they are very different people. And I like playing each of them for different reasons.

What's the hardest thing you've had to overcome in life?

Rejection. This business is tough and you need thick skin to survive. Learning that lesson was difficult but necessary.

Bang, marry, kill: Rebecca, Karen, Maya

Unrelated, If it were up to you, what would Nathaniel's outcome be?

Pretty sure I don't want to piss any of these ladies off.

If you weren't an actor, what would you be?

Architect was my other dream.

How about you combine your dreams and write a show about an architect and well play that role yourself!?

I. Must. Write!

Thank you so much for doing this AMA! I love Crazy Ex Girlfriend, Once Upon A Time, and Greek, so this is super exciting for me!

1. I must know: why did the Greek reunion movie fall apart? Would you still be up for it?

2. Cappie, Kristoff, or Nathaniel? Who was the most fun to play?

3. What's it like working with Rachel Bloom? And fun behind-the-scenes tidbits you can share?

Thanks again, I am eagerly anticipating watching CEG Season 3 live tonight!

1. I don't really know! I never got all the information.

2. I can't pick favorites!

3. Bloom is an amazing talent and I'm very lucky to be working with her.

I love your character on Crazy Ex girlfriend. How did you prepare for that character compared to the other characters that you have played?

Talking with the writers and Rachel about what they wanted! They write Nathaniel so well they make my job easy.

Do you know your exact time of birth?

8:43am CST

Scott,

I thought the scene where Calvin came out to Cappie and Co. in GREEK was very powerful. Did it feel powerful at the time that you were shooting it or was it just another scene?

It's always awesome to deal with great content like that. Knowing that somewhere someone is going through that in real life and might be struggling, it's good to know that you might be helping in a way.

Can you recommend me some musicals?

Well, I just saw Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen on B'way and they were incredible!

Hi Scott. What was your favorite moment on set with Elizabeth Lail?

The trunk scene! we couldn't stop laughing.

Do you feel like you could've brought something different to the character Greg?

Haven't ever thought about that..

I absolutely adored you on Greek! It’s one of my favorite shows and Cappie was my favorite character. What is your favorite memory from being on set?

Thanks! I have so many but my favorite times were when we were all together in big scenes. Those were the best.

What do you think Nathaniel's issues are?

They definitely stem from his parents during childhood.

What is your favorite type of hat?

One that fits.

I've never got to participate in one of these so hey!! Haha. But what was your favorite part of working on Once Upon a Time and as such an iconic character?

It was a lot to live up to for sure. My favorite part was getting to know Georgina and Elizabeth who played Elsa and Anna!

Do you believe that everything happens for a reason?

Not really, no. I think we are the masters of our own destiny. But we can learn from our experiences to better prepare us for the future.