Actor Jon Hamm has opened up about his current favorite reality TV show, and it’s not what most fans might expect. The Emmy-winning Mad Men star revealed that he’s a big fan of Bravo’s Southern Charm, a reality series following a group of friends in Charleston, South Carolina, as they navigate their personal and professional lives. With season 10 recently wrapped, the show currently centers on the lives of Shep Rose, Craig Conover, and Austen Kroll.
In a candid interview with W Magazine, Jon explained why Southern Charm resonates with him. “Right now, it’s Southern Charm. I really like it, mostly because it’s about the guys, and most reality shows are about the women,” he said. “Southern Charm is about these three dumba**, glorious dummies bumbling through life. You want to hit them in the head and also give them a hug and tell them everything’s going to be okay. They’re all younger than me. Watching them stumble reminds me of a lot of dumb s** I did. So, it’s like, oh God!”
What Jon Hamm Comparing Himself To Southern Charm Men Means
Jon Sees Himself In The Southern Charm Stars
Jon Hamm’s comparison between himself and the stars of Southern Charm reveals that, despite his fame and success, he hasn’t forgotten his own youth and the mistakes that came with it. At 54 years old, Jon is best known for playing the suave and complicated Don Draper in Mad Men, a character worlds apart from the unfiltered reality of Southern Charm. Yet Jon sees a reflection of his younger self in the Charleston gentlemen, highlighting a more relatable and grounded side of the actor.
This isn’t the first time Jon has shown his love for the show. During CNN’s New Year’s Eve broadcast with Andy Cohen, Jon commented on the breakup of cast members Craig Conover and Paige DeSorbo, calling it “the end of an era.” His familiarity with the cast and ongoing storylines proves he’s not just a casual viewer—he’s a devoted fan.
Our Take On Jon Hamm Calling Southern Charm Men “Glorious Dummies”
Imperfect People Are What Make Reality TV So Great
Jon Hamm’s description of the Southern Charm cast as “glorious dummies” captures the essence of what makes reality television compelling. Viewers often find themselves frustrated by the cast’s decisions but also feel a genuine affection for them. The willingness of people like Shep, Craig, and Austen to expose both their highs and lows is part of what makes them relatable.
Reality TV stands apart from scripted shows by offering raw, unscripted moments that connect with audiences on a personal level. Hamm’s reaction shows that even accomplished actors can appreciate the authenticity and human flaws that reality TV brings to the screen.
In calling them “dummies,” Jon isn’t being cruel—he’s acknowledging their humanity. He recognizes that they’ve let the world see their full selves, and that vulnerability is what makes Southern Charm special. The male-focused narrative also provides a refreshing change in the reality TV landscape, offering a different perspective that viewers—Jon included—clearly connect with.
