House Was Actually Rude
Hugh Laurie’s portrayal of the grouchy, pill-addicted doctor, Dr. Gregory House, in the hospital-based sitcom House, is nothing short of legendary. House was a character who flouted the rules and made them up as he went along, with a knack for delivering one-liners and insults that quickly became iconic.
What made Laurie’s performance stand out was the fact that he was able to embody the character so completely that he often didn’t need a script for the snappy comebacks and insulting remarks that House was known for. Many of the not-so-nice comments were actually improvised, a testament to Laurie’s talent as an actor. It is this level of immersion and dedication that has earned Laurie a permanent place in television history and why his role as House will always be considered his career-defining performance.
