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Steve Way actor news
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The gist
Steve Way, a disabled actor with muscular dystrophy, plays Alden on Hulu's Furious, currently No. 1 on Hulu. His role highlights a rare disabled romance, praised for authentic representation.
Background
Steve Way is a New Jersey-born actor and comedian with muscular dystrophy, known for his stand-up and role in Ramy. He stars as Alden in Hulu's thriller Furious, a part created for him by showrunner Liz Meriwether after meeting him on a panel. The show features an unconventional romance between Alden and Catherine, a serial killer, which Way praises for its 'beautiful, healthy' depiction of disabled romance.
How it unfolded
- Aug 17, 2026Vulture publishes an interview with Steve Way about his role in Furious, discussing his improvisation and comedic relief in the dark series.
- Aug 18, 2026Esquire publishes an interview with Way, detailing his character Alden and his personal history with muscular dystrophy.
- Aug 19, 2026Deadline reports Way's praise for creator Liz Meriwether's depiction of disabled romance, calling it 'beautiful, healthy'.
- Aug 20, 2026TechRadar highlights how Furious uses AI and tech to support disabled actors, with Way as the breakout star. ABC News video features Way discussing the show's success.
Who’s saying what
- Actor
- Steve Way praises the show for allowing him to play a different side of himself and calls for more opportunities for disabled actors.
- Critics
- TechRadar calls Furious 'the best show on Hulu and Disney+' and praises Way's performance as 'enigmatic'.