Jan Brady Tells All: Jennifer Elise Cox on The Brady Bunch Movie and Beyond

Jennifer Elise Cox didn't just play Jan Brady in The Brady Bunch Movie, she became her. From landing the role on her very first film audition to sharing a wig with RuPaul, Jennifer brings the same infectious energy and razor-sharp comedic timing to this conversation that made her an icon. She talks about being directed by Betty Thomas, keeping a straight face across from Christine Taylor, guest starring on Will and Grace with a retainer in her mouth, and improvising alongside Lisa Kudrow on Web Therapy. Show Highlights: Jennifer lied about her age to land the Jan Brady role -- and the whole audition almost fell apart before it even started. RuPaul played Jan's guidance counselor, and the two of them shared something on set that Jennifer still has to this day. A prop that production gave Jennifer for her Will and Grace appearance turned a serious scene into something Debra Messing could not get through. Lisa Kudrow's approach to improv on Web Therapy left Jennifer with a take on comedy she still talks about. When The Brady Bunch came calling a third time, Jennifer had two words for them -- and neither one was "yes." You're going to love my conversation with Jennifer Elise Cox IMDB Instagram Cameo Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Subscribe to my Youtube channel Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Ways to support the show: Buy me a coffee (support the show) Dashery/TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more! Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop. SPONSOR: STAMPEDE SOCIAL Drive engagement from your social channels and podcast with Stampede Social's Instagram and Facebook DM automation! Visit https://stampede.social Also check out: Why Instagram + Stampede Social Is the Growth Strategy Podcasters Need in 2025 (and Beyond) Thanks for checking out Classic Conversations! Dive into pop culture nostalgia with comedian Jeff Dwoskin as he hosts the best TV and film interviews. Hear inspiring stories from actors, comedians, musicians, and pop culture icons about the road to success. Part comedy, part drama—always entertaining. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.