Tim Matheson "Animal House" Encore

Still Here Hollywood

Tim Matheson on Animal House, John Belushi, West Wing, Yellowstone & Meghan Markle In this unforgettable episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko sits down with actor-director Tim Matheson, beloved as Otter from the comedy classic Animal House. Matheson shares powerful memories of working with the late John Belushi, reflects on the wild, cocaine-fueled culture of late ‘70s Hollywood, and opens up about how Belushi’s death became a wake-up call for the industry. The Emmy-nominated actor also talks about portraying Vice President Hoynes on The West Wing, appearing in Yellowstone, and his behind-the-scenes experience directing a young Meghan Markle in the pilot episode of Suits. With personal stories involving legends like Lucille Ball, Mel Brooks, Anne Bancroft, and Ryan Reynolds, this interview is essential viewing for fans of comedy, political drama, and Hollywood nostalgia.Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: [email protected] Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: [email protected] Publicist: Maggie Perlich: [email protected]