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Kaitlin Olson discusses Morgan and Karadec’s evolving relationship and the present’s exploration of affection and friendship dynamics
Season 2 launched new romantic pursuits for each characters, including complexity to their connection and private development
Olson teases potential drama in season 3, together with Morgan’s ex Roman probably returning after years of absence
There’s no denying Morgan and Karadec love each other, however are they in love?
Following the dramatic High Potential season 2 finale, collection star Kaitlin Olson spoke with PEOPLE about her character Morgan’s will-they-won’t-they dynamic with associate Karadec, performed by Daniel Sunjata. This season, the duo turned nearer than ever, at the same time as they each explored relationships with different folks, Morgan through a flirtation with Captain Wagner (Steve Howey) and Karadec together with his ex, Lucia (Susan Kelechi Watson).
Olson, 50, explains that the present is “always towing that line of are Morgan and Karadec going to get together,” which is why “it was important to bring in a relationship for Karadec.”
“I want these characters to be well-rounded,” she says. “Yes, he’s a by-the-book cop, but he’s also a human being, so I wanted to make sure that you were able to see his heart, and you do with his relationship to Morgan. That was so important. Whether they’re going to end up romantically involved or not, you see that these people really do have love for each other.”
Kaitlin Olson hugs Daniel Sunjata on ‘High Potential’
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The It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia actress provides, “Also, you want to see that he’s going to open up his heart. Then listen, heartbreak is so universal. You got to throw that into your show.”
By the tip of season 2, Lucia gave the impression to be heading for jail-time, whereas Wagner was stabbed a number of instances. It’s unclear whether or not or not Wagner is useless, however Howey, 48, is not returning as a full-time cast member in season 3. However, this does not imply the trail for Morgan and Karadec to grow to be romantically concerned has been cleared.
Steve Howey (left) and Kaitlin Olson on ‘High Potential’
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For Olson, exploring the complexity of the companions’ dynamic is half the enjoyable. “For me, it’s so fun to lead people down a road where you’re like, ‘Oh, are they falling in love, or are they just really good friends? Maybe they’re falling in love, or maybe they’re just friends, or maybe they’re just really good partners,’ ” she teases.
“But sometimes those lines get crossed, sometimes feelings get confusing, sometimes you have feelings for someone and then you put it onto someone else,” Olson continues. “Life and love are challenging, confusing, heartbreaking and wonderful, and I think we are just trying to explore all of those things.”
Kaitlin Olson on ‘High Potential’
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And with the true chance of Morgan’s oft-mentioned, however nonetheless unseen ex Roman lastly showing subsequent season, Morgan may need her fingers too full navigating her previous to look towards the long run simply but.
When requested how Morgan would possibly react if Roman does present up alive and nicely after lacking most of his daughter’s life, Olson says, “My instinct would be that it’s going to be very, very confusing, and probably there’s going to be a lot of anger.”
“She is a bit of a hothead anyway, so it’s also just more fun,” she provides, explaining, “But no matter where he was, if he’s still alive, and he has stayed away from her and his daughter for this long, I think she’s going to be livid. I’m not sure there’s any excuse that’s going to be one that makes it okay.”
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