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Rubinstein Wants 'Brother' Frezza on S.W.A.T.
10 Oct
Summary
- Ronen Rubinstein desires to bring former costar Alberto Frezza to S.W.A.T.
- Rubinstein and Frezza previously worked together on Dead of Summer.
- Rubinstein finds his S.W.A.T. character Jude complex and layered.
Ronen Rubinstein, known for his roles in 9-1-1: Lone Star and Dead of Summer, has expressed a wish to bring former costar Alberto Frezza onto the S.W.A.T. cast. Rubinstein and Frezza, who played Deputy Sykes together on Dead of Summer, have developed a close bond over the past decade, with Rubinstein referring to Frezza as a brother.
Rubinstein, who now portrays Jude in S.W.A.T.: Exiles, finds the character's complexity and secrets to be a rewarding aspect of the role. Jude is depicted as guarded and initially challenging towards authority figures, particularly Hondo. The character's past as an undercover officer is a significant element that will be explored later in the season.
Further developing Jude's character, Rubinstein highlighted the dynamic relationships he has with Sammy and Ethan, which offer Jude moments of comfort and a chance to confide. Rubinstein aims to portray the immense trauma and grief Jude carries authentically, acknowledging the weight of such experiences.
The actor also reflected on his career trajectory, which has seen him embody first responder roles, including a firefighter, paramedic, and now a police officer. Rubinstein expressed admiration for first responders, viewing them as real-life superheroes, and feels a responsibility to portray them accurately and respectfully on S.W.A.T., commending the writers for their authentic approach.
