Nominated for lead actress in a limited series for her role on the second season of "Fargo," Kirsten Dunst shares her excitement for the recognition received by the show (18 Emmy nominations this year) as well as what might have become of her character, Peggy Blumquist.
Q: It's a good day for "Fargo."
A: Yes. We're all texting each other: "So happy!" It's a great group of people and I feel like what Noah (Hawley) does with "Fargo," it's so well-deserved and he's such a genius. It's just so nice to be recognized for something that you're proud of, because that doesn't always go hand-in-hand.
Q: Are you celebrating?
A: I will later, I guess. I'm in Santa Fe. I'll buy myself some turquoise, maybe. Go look at some art.
Q: Peggy took an unexpected journey on the series.
A: That's a tribute to Noah and his writing team. I knew from the beginning it was going to be special. The writing on that show is so great and the character was so unique. Things just don't get written that often for women to play. It was just so fun and there was so much for me to do and play in that role.
Q: Do you miss her wardrobe?
A: I do like high-waisted pants, but it's a lot of polyester so, not a lot of breathing room.
Q: We're all happy she made it out OK.
A: My mother was very happy I didn't die.
Q: Do you think about where she might have ended up?
A:I'm sure she's some powerhouse in the jail system, manipulating her way.
