Jonathan Bailey got candid about the prosthetic penis he used for Fellow Travelers, joking that while his character changed, he wanted “one thing that remained the same throughout.”

Jonathan Bailey isn’t dancing through this question.

The Fellow Travelers star—who recently earned his first Emmy nomination for his supporting role in the Showtime limited series—recently shared insight into playing a character across four decades.

And this includes how he chose the prosthetic penis he wore for the show’s more intimate scenes.

“There are these beautiful sex scenes throughout,” Jonathan emphasized on Late Night With Seth Meyers Aug. 15, “which are so important.”

After noting how the scenes set the stage for the decades-long love story between his character and Matt Bomer’s character on the show, he shared insight into his many options.

Seth then showed a NSFW picture to the audience of various prosthetic options, joking that they were Jonathan’s “stunt doubles.”

And that chosen prosthetic penis ended up being in it for the long haul.

“There’s so many things that change with Tim, the character that I play his,” Jonathan said, noting that while his costume and hair change, “there’s one thing that remained the same throughout.”

For many of the scenes, he explained that he did wear a “protective layer,”—often called a modesty garment—but because of the nature of the show, he joked that he wanted “to choose something that maybe reflects what’s actually going on.”

And despite the very serious themes of Fellow Travelers—which follows Jonathan’s character Tim and Matt’s character Hawk from the Lavender Scare in the ’50s through to the AIDs epidemic in the ’80s—the Wicked star did find ways to have some fun, especially as it came to saying goodbye to his character.

In fact, Jonathan then showed off another NSFW photo of his modesty cloth sporting googly eyes, with the prosthetic peeking through, adding, “On the last day, Beth, my amazing wardrobe assistant, cheered me up.”

The Bridgerton actor was then delighted to find “Little Timmy” in his bag when he got home that evening, joking that it “sort of represents how I was feeling inside.”

And while the acclaimed limited series has seen both Jonathan and Matt celebrated for their work, beyond the accolades, the show gave them a special bond—from the very start.

“We sat down,” Jonathan told E! News in November of their first in person meeting, “and it felt a sort of biblical moment actually, looking back.”

And as Matt put it, the two made a “pact to have each other’s backs.”

“I knew that Jonny was a tremendous actor,” the White Collar alum continued. “So, a lot of it was just trusting the work you brought to the set that day, and then working opposite a great actor.”
Jonathan Bailey’s candid discussion about the prosthetic penis he used for Fellow Travelers shed light on the attention to detail in portraying his character across four decades. While his character evolved and changed over time, he humorously emphasized the importance of consistency in one particular aspect. Choosing the right prosthetic penis for the intimate scenes in the show was a crucial decision for Jonathan, given the significant role these moments played in depicting the enduring love story between his character and Matt Bomer’s character.During his appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers, Jonathan shared insights into the selection process for the prosthetic penis, showcasing various options that were considered.

Despite the seriousness of the themes explored in Fellow Travelers, Jonathan managed to inject some lighthearted humor into the experience, including adorning his modesty cloth with googly eyes as a farewell gesture to his character.

Beyond the on-screen performances and critical acclaim, Jonathan and Matt developed a special bond while working on the show. Their initial meeting felt almost like a “biblical moment,” leading to a pact to support each other throughout the filming process.

This mutual trust and respect for each other’s craft contributed to the authenticity of their on-screen chemistry, ultimately enriching the portrayal of their characters’ complex relationship.

As Jonathan continues to garner recognition for his work in the industry, his willingness to share behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insights provides a more nuanced understanding of the creative process involved in bringing characters to life. Stay tuned for more engaging content and updates on the latest developments in the world of entertainment.