This Is Us Season 5 Spoilers: Kate’s Bombshell Is Very Unexpected And Uncomfortable, But Important

NBC This Is Us season 5 spoilers previously teased that we would learn about another traumatic event from Kate Pearson’s (Chrissy Metz) past that still affects her to this day. During a recent interview, the actress discussed being approached with this storyline. It is teased that it is something uncomfortable and very unexpected, but important.

This Is Us Season 5 Spoilers – Traumatic Childhood Incident Previously Teased

A few months ago, it was teased that we would learn more about Kate’s childhood and the incidents that led to her issues as an adult. We’ve already seen one, which is her first boyfriend being controlling and abusive. It seems that was not the only trauma that Kate went through, but no clues as it would it could be have been released.

Metz told Entertainment Weekly that this incident is something Kate really hasn’t dealt with. The actress explained, “In true fashion, there’s always a lot happening. I’m privy to some information about what’s happening with Kate in the present day that she hasn’t really contended with from the past. We didn’t know that she was dealing with this, and it was something that she went through.”

This Is Us Season 5 Spoilers – Uncomfortable and Challenging, But Important

This Is Us season 5 spoilers reveal that creator Dan Fogelman talked to Metz about the storyline. He wanted to be sure that she was going to be okay telling this type of story. He asked if Metz was even comfortable doing this. The actress said,

“Dan said, ‘Oh my goodness, are you even comfortable with doing this? And I was like, ‘Yeah, I am. I think it’s really important.’ People are going to have a lot to say about it. It will definitely be a challenge, but I’m looking forward to it.”

This Is Us Season 5 Spoilers – It Is ‘Very Unexpected’

Metz couldn’t give too many hints about what Kate is going to be dealing with from her past. However, she did say that fans might be able to guess where this issue comes from, but it’s “I think it’s very unexpected… VERY unexpected.”

This Is Us Season 5 Spoilers – Chrissy Metz Teases What Else To Expect

This Is Us season 5 spoilers reveal that Randall Pearson (Sterling K. Brown) and Kevin Pearson (Justin Hartley) will continue dealing with their conflict. Kate might be put in the middle and asked to choose a side. While they are both her brothers and she sees both of their perspectives, Kevin is her biological twin. So, that might be difficult for Kate if they force her to pick between them.

We will also see Kate and Toby Damon (Chris Sullivan) go through the adoption process. It is stated that there are many elements with the storyline that will be complicated and challenging. Sullivan also confirmed to expect conflict but didn’t reveal what causes it… the adoption itself, changing family dynamics, or something else.

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