Casting Director John Levey Career Retrospective | The Business | SAG-AFTRA Foundation

John Levey shares stories from his work in ‘ER’, ‘The West Wing’, and ‘Animal Kingdom’ in this conversation about his career as a casting director, moderated by actor Shawn Hatosy. The Business panels provide multiple viewpoints from directors, producers, writers, agents, managers, casting directors and industry experts on a wide range of topics. Through this program, actors receive first-hand tips and strategies from established creators, emerging voices and industry professionals who know how to navigate the often complex waters of the entertainment world.

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John Levey is an icon in casting. His work with ER alone is the stuff of legend. Thank you for all you do, sir.

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I loved how they showed the connection Between Pope and Smurf at such a young age. It was just Pope and Julia and Smurf loved Pope. His reaction to her death Was much stronger than the brothers For obvious reasons😢

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I Love Animal kingdom 😢 I miss my boys, baby. I named my dog Pope Andrew