Michelle Pfeiffer Discusses Two New TV Series and Her IndieWire Honors Vanguard Award
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Michelle Pfeiffer, recipient of the IndieWire Honors Vanguard Award at the June 4, 2026 ceremony in Los Angeles, is competing in two Emmy races this year for her roles in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” and “The Madison.” In “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” streaming on Apple TV, she plays Cheyenne, a character navigating a new marriage and an unexpected grandchild. In “The Madison,” streaming on Paramount+, she portrays Stacy Clyburn, a grieving matriarch in a Western family drama created by Taylor Sheridan, reuniting with costar Kurt Russell after 37 years. Pfeiffer said she found both roles daunting, noting she did not want to disappoint her husband David E. Kelly, who created “Margo’s Got Money Troubles.” She also described the challenging filming conditions for “The Madison” in Montana, including wind storms and bitter cold. Pfeiffer stated that juggling two series changed her approach to work, making her want to be more present in her personal life.
What’s reported
Michelle Pfeiffer is the recipient of the IndieWire Honors Vanguard Award at the June 4, 2026 ceremony.
She stars in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” (Apple TV) as Cheyenne, created by her husband David E. Kelly.
She stars in “The Madison” (Paramount+) as Stacy Clyburn, created by Taylor Sheridan, reuniting with Kurt Russell after 37 years.
Pfeiffer said she found both roles daunting and did not want to disappoint her husband with “Margo’s Got Money Troubles.”
For “The Madison,” Pfeiffer consulted Helen Mirren about working with Taylor Sheridan before committing.
The series was directed by Christina Alexandra Voros, who also directed “1883” and “Lawman: Bass Reeves.”
Filming for “The Madison” took place over three months in Montana, with challenging weather conditions.
Pfeiffer said juggling two series made her want to be more present and less consumed by work.
Key figures
Michelle Pfeiffer, actress and IndieWire Honors Vanguard Award recipient
David E. Kelly, creator of “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” and Pfeiffer’s husband
Taylor Sheridan, creator of “The Madison”
Kurt Russell, costar in “The Madison”
Helen Mirren, actress who spoke with Pfeiffer about Sheridan’s work
Christina Alexandra Voros, director of “The Madison”
Elle Fanning, costar in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”
Will Arnett, actor playing a therapist in “The Madison”
Sources: indiewire.com
