Quinta Brunson on ‘Abbott Elementary’ Success, Crafting the ‘Soul’ of the Series & Staying Grounded | Emerging Hollywood

‘Abbott Elementary’ star and executive producer Quinta Brunson sat down for the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Emerging Hollywood to discuss being raised as a Jehovah’s Witness in Philadelphia, how a breakup helped fuel her drive for a career in comedy, the praise she’s received for the ABC series, how her former teacher inspired her and more.