"It is sad to see a show so fresh and unique come to an end. It's provided positive visibility to those in the autism community, and speaking about inclusion and representation for those with disabilities is important. I'm so proud to have been a part of this project," says seasoned actor Graham Rogers reminiscing on the final season of Robia Rashids hit comedy-drama series Atypical on Netflix.

Growing up in a loving family with his parents and four siblings outside of Philadelphia in West Chester Pennsylvania, Rogers was an all-star athlete for East high school and as a child originally wanted to become a professional soccer player. When he was eighteen, Graham moved out to Los Angeles where he quickly made contact with an agent. "My parents were supportive and always believed in my dreams and aspirations," Rogers says.

He landed his first role in a State Farm commercial and used that money towards acting classes. As he became further enriched in the craft, he knew this was his calling. He has since starred in numerous award-winning films and television shows, such as Quantico, Struck by Lightning, One Mile to You, and The Kominsky Method alongside veteran actors Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin.

Atypical defines the boundaries of what "normal" truly means and centers around eighteen-year-old Sam Gardner (portrayed by Keir Gilchrist) as he goes through the triumphs and tribulations of everyday life such as finding love, becoming independent, and fitting in. It provides a realistic perspective of what goes on in the mind of someone diagnosed with autism through the eyes of Sam and mixes in the perfect blend of humor and heart. While Sam is at the show's core, his friends' and families' stories are beautifully interwoven into the storytelling.

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Rogers plays Evan, the boyfriend of Casey (Sam's sister played by Brigette Lundy-Paine). As a charismatic and sincere human being, Rogers said he sees a lot of himself in Evan and looks up to his character's patience and understanding. Getting into the role of Evan was easy for Rogers each day on set. He gives kudos to creator Robia Rashid and the talented writers who made the script feel so naturally off the page that it never felt like too much of a stretch to perform. He bases Evan off of his best friend Ed who moved out to Los Angeles alongside him. "He reminds me so much of Evan. In my head, I'm always like, what would Ed do?" Graham laughs.

It's easy to get immersed into the storytelling and characters, as the heartwarming chemistry displayed between the actors feels just as real on-screen as it is offscreen. Through the show, Graham has formed close bonds with all of his co-stars, especially Michael Rappaport. "All of the actors are incredible, but being with Michael was always a highlight for me. He's got such funny energy to him. Since we are both from the east coast, we have a similar sense of humor. You never know what he's going to say. I love that guy," Graham says.

When Rogers isn't kickin it with his co-stars, he enjoys the relaxation of running and boxing recreationally to help clear his mind, especially throughout the pandemic to feel a sense of normalcy. While he wants to keep the final season a surprise to fanatical fans around the globe, Graham says, "Every character this season will face challenges they have never anticipated. It is positive, hopeful, and full of light. This final season is a gift to our fans and anyone in the past who has grappled with the question of what it feels like to be "normal."

Atypical, the final season premieres on Netflix July 9th, 2021.

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