Taylor Dearden sits down with Backstage to reflect on her Emmy-nominated performance as Dr. Mel King on HBO Max's “The Pitt.” She shares how her own experience with ADHD shaped the character, what it took to master the show's fast-paced medical dialogue, and what it was really like auditioning for the hit medical drama. She also discusses collaboration on set, emotionally demanding scenes, and the acting lessons she's learned from bringing one of television's standout new characters to life.