Martha Plimpton: New HBO Role and Personal Growth Mark Latest Chapter in Storied Career

Emmy Winner Takes on Powerful New Role

Martha Plimpton has joined the cast of HBO’s new drama ‘Task’, created by ‘Mare of Easttown’ creator Brad Ingelsby. The series features Mark Ruffalo as an FBI agent investigating drug-house robberies in Philadelphia’s suburbs.

In the series, Plimpton portrays Kathleen McGinty, a career FBI supervisor facing forced retirement. Her character is described as a special agent in charge who has worked diligently to achieve her position.

Personal Growth and New Understanding

In a recent revelation, the 54-year-old actress shared that she received an ADHD diagnosis around age 50, describing it as “a huge relief.” The diagnosis helped her make sense of many aspects of her life that previously hadn’t been clear.

Plimpton has embraced her diagnosis openly, stating that she is “not ashamed” and is “glad to be sharing my ADHDness with the world.”

Distinguished Career Continues to Evolve

As a member of the Carradine family, Plimpton began her career as a teen actress before successfully transitioning to adult roles on both stage and screen. Her talent has earned her numerous accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and three Tony Award nominations.

Since the late 1990s, she has dedicated significant attention to theater and musicals, earning multiple Tony nominations and gaining respect within the theater community. Her television work has remained constant, with regular guest appearances on numerous series.

Looking to the Future

Fans can look forward to seeing Plimpton in multiple upcoming projects, including Prime Target on Apple TV+, set to premiere in January, and Netflix’s adaptation of East of Eden.