When tennis legend John McEnroe retired in 2006, he probably never imagined that he would be the voice narrating the life experiences of teenager Devi Vishwakumar in the upcoming Netflix series, “Never Have I Ever.”
However, that unlikely career choice can be credited to Mindy Kaling and her uncanny brilliance in turning a 63-year-old man into a kind of inner voice for an overachieving but troubled 16-year-old high school student.
In a recent interview, McEnroe opened up about how he and Kaling embarked on such a journey despite never knowing each other before.
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John McEnroe Talks About Being The Voice Of ‘Never Have I Ever’
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While talking to ET Online, the 17-time Grand Slam winner talked about her role in the comedy-drama series, saying, “Who would have thought that [I] would be a psychologist or an uncle or a counselor to an 18- or 17-year-old American Indian girl going through high school, so I have to appreciate Mindy Kaling.”
Explaining how Kaling came up with such a unique idea, McEnroe revealed that “The Office” alum drew inspiration from her own life. “It turns out his father was a huge tennis fan and must have talked about me a lot when he was growing up,” the 63-year-old said. “He was in India and that was his story.”
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As for how he and Kaling met, McEnroe recalled that it happened at Vanity Fair’s Oscar after-party. “I met him at this Vanity Fair Oscar party and we just crossed paths, and [my wife] Patty [Smyth] going, ‘Oh, it’s Mindy Kaling!'” she recalled.
McEnroe continued, “I wasn’t sure who it was at the time and [Mindy]Like, ‘Oh my God, I have an idea for you to narrate this show,’ and I’m like, ‘Oh yeah, yeah, sure you do. Of course, I will tell this show.’ … And then, hey, it actually — this actually works!”
The “You Can’t Be Serious” author opened up about her experience so far as the show’s narrator, describing it as “exhilarating.” He added, “people always say, ‘I know your voice, so here’s your chance to prove it.'”
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Netflix Comedy Series Renewed For Season 4
McEnroe’s interview comes months after fans of the upcoming series received some bittersweet news. As The Blast reports, the critically acclaimed show, which has been praised for its South Asian representation, has been renewed for its fourth season — unfortunately, also its last.
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Creator Kaling announced the news in a statement on Twitter, “Hey Crickets, we’ve got some morning announcements for you: Season 3 of Never Have I Ever is dropping this summer! Plus, we’ve just been renewed for a fourth and final season, which we’re very excited about. We can’t wait to reveal all the steamy romance and hilarious adventures we have in store for you. Thank you to all our fans for your support – especially you #Bevi and #Daxton stan. We love you.”
Fans had mixed reactions to the news with many excited for the third season but sad that they had to say goodbye after the fourth season. One fan wrote, “This is disappointing but also exciting! This show will get — 20? — more episodes and end on its own terms. I’m happy about that!”
Another comment read, “What do you mean fourth and final season? Mindy, this isn’t right,” while this fan added, “thanks for another series with a strong female lead. thanks for the laughs & letting us feel like it’s ok not to sorry for yourself.the characters you write, the stories you create @mindykaling has helped me & other women gain confidence & feel better about ourselves.”
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McEnroe Talks Serena Williams’ Retirement
Last week, the record holder of the only male player to win more than 70 titles in both men’s singles and men’s doubles gave his thoughts on Serena Williams’ retirement from Tennis.
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McEnroe had nothing but praise for Williams, calling her an “icon.” He compared him to some of the greats in the sports industry, saying, “I hope it goes well for him, but it doesn’t matter in the end [because] he is an icon. He’s like Muhammad Ali, in a way, and Michael Jordan, Billie Jean King, Tom Brady. I mean, he’s up there with athletes of all time, whether he’s winning the game or he’s winning the tournament.”
He shared his hope that Williams’ story will “inspire more kids to play tennis in the future.”
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