Gerran Howell on Playing Dr. Dennis Whitaker in 'The Pitt' on MAX

Gerran Howell joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his role as Dr. Dennis Whitaker in The Pitt on MAX. Gerran opens up about playing the awkward yet determined fourth-year medical student navigating the chaos of a single, high-stakes shift in the ER.

We dive into spoilers from the latest episodes, including Whitaker’s struggles with confidence, his dynamic with Dr. Trinity Santos, and his risky decision with the intraosseous drill in Episode 13. Gerran also shares his approach to balancing the humor and pressure his character brings, how he prepared for the medical side of the role, and what’s next for Whitaker.

Interview Highlights:
Dr. Whitaker’s Journey – From overwhelmed med student to moments of real growth.
Episode 13 Insight – The tension and consequences of the EZ-IO drill moment.
Dynamic with Dr. Santos – How their relationship evolved under pressure.
Behind-the-Scenes Fun – Filming Whitaker’s messiest and most human moments.
What’s Ahead – Gerran teases how Whitaker continues to prove himself at The Pitt.

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