Strange New Worlds continues to expand the Star Trek universe, now entering its third season. Martin Quinn takes on the iconic role of Scotty, marking a significant moment as he is the first Scotsman to portray the character. Quinn expresses his feelings of impostor syndrome and acknowledges the daunting expectations from fans. He aims to bring authenticity to the character by incorporating his own accent, even while feeling a disconnect between personal identity and the character's storied legacy. The series maintains its exploration of diverse themes and character arcs.
'It's nice because in a way I've brought my own accent to it, trying to bring myself to it. But at the same time... sometimes I get a bit of impostor syndrome whenever I'm speaking in my own accent. It breaks the magic sometimes for me.'
'I keep saying this, but it's daunting because the fans have such an idea of Scotty in their head.'
Quinn admits to feeling 'imposter syndrome' about taking over the Scotty mantle, acknowledging the expectations of fans who have favorite portrayals of the character.
Paramount's series introduces new characters while exploring diverse themes, keeping the Star Trek essence alive as it enters its third season.
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