Monica Potter told 'Parenthood' Writers to Stop Writing For Her

Some of TV's most acclaimed stars tell THR how they work with writers to create their onscreen alter egos. Monica Potter (Parenthood) shares a personal medical story and how showrunner Jason Katims used it for her character, Kristina. Breaking Bad star Anna Gunn also gives us some insight into how she collaborates with show creator Vince Gilligan. Talking about her pregnant character, Skyler, Gunn said she and Gilligan devised "something for her to do at home," which made Skylar "more understandable" to the actress. Roundtables are back! Tune in Monday, May 16th for the premiere of The Hollywood Reporter’s 2016 Emmy Roundtable season. Subscribe to stay up to date with new Roundtable videos publishing everyday this awards season! Who do you want to see on this season’s Roundtables? Tell us in the comments below! Stay tuned to everything you need for this season of Roundtables: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/roun... Subscribe to our channel:    / hollywoodreporter   Like us on Facebook:   / hollywoodreporter   Follow us on Twitter:   / thr   Follow us on Instagram:   / hollywoodreporter   Watch more videos on THR.com http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/video