What Nick Offerman Told “Dying for Sex”’s Rob Delaney to Help Him After Making Such an Emotionally Intense Show (Exclusive)

Rob Delaney, known for his roles in Deadpool and Catastrophe, recently shared some valuable advice he received from fellow actor Nick Offerman. Delaney discussed the emotional toll of filming the FX limited series, ‘Dying for Sex,’ which tells the real-life story of best friends navigating terminal illness and sexual exploration.

Adapted for the screen by co-creators Kim Rosenstock and Elizabeth Meriwether, the series follows the journey of Nikki Boyer and Molly Kochan, portrayed by Michelle Williams. Delaney, who plays a character named Guy in the series, opened up about the challenges he faced while working on such a poignant and intense project.

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Delaney highlighted the exceptional talent involved in the production, including the likes of Liz Meriwether, Kim Rosenstock, Shannon Murphy, and Michelle Williams. He expressed how the collaboration with such a dedicated team drew him to the project, despite the emotional demands it would place on him.

Reflecting on the experience, Delaney shared that the filming process left him emotionally drained, leading him to seek advice from Nick Offerman on how to decompress after such a challenging role. Offerman, known for his Emmy-winning performance in ‘The Last of Us,’ imparted wisdom about self-care and the importance of taking care of oneself after emotionally intense work.

Delaney confessed to experiencing moments of emotional exhaustion on set, where he had to navigate difficult scenes that took a toll on him. He described the need to emotionally prepare himself for each day of filming, often feeling drained by the weight of the story being told.

The actor commended the dedication of his co-stars and the production team, noting the united effort to tell the story with honesty and love. He emphasised the emotional difficulty of the project but expressed gratitude for the impactful storytelling that emerged from the collective effort of everyone involved.

Drawing parallels to his past experiences on sets, Jay Duplass, who plays Molly’s husband in the series, shared insights into the process of transitioning out of emotionally intense roles. He described engaging in “deprogramming” activities with his co-stars to help them separate from their characters and reconnect with their personal lives.

Delaney’s candid revelations about the challenges faced during the filming of ‘Dying for Sex’ provide a glimpse into the emotional journey undertaken by the cast and crew. The series, now streaming on Hulu, continues to resonate with audiences for its raw depiction of human experiences and the bonds that unite us in times of adversity.

As the entertainment industry continues to produce compelling narratives that push boundaries and explore complex themes, the behind-the-scenes experiences of actors like Rob Delaney shed light on the dedication and resilience required to bring these stories to life on screen.