Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey has opened up about working with actors he admired who turned out to be a "complete disappointment".
The actor, who made a shock return as Derek Shepherd on the ABC drama's season 17 premiere, recently spoke to Digital Spy about whether he feels the need to take younger actors under his wing on projects such as his new TV series Devils, which aired in the US last year but premiered on Sky Atlantic/NOW TV earlier this week.
Explaining the importance of creating "an atmosphere where people can thrive and succeed", Patrick revealed he tries to emulate the actions of stars who treated him with "kindness" in the past.
He also revealed there were actors he "really looked up to" who fell short of the bar.
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"You want to create an atmosphere where people can thrive and succeed," Patrick told Digital Spy.
"One of the best moments in my career early on was when Gene Wilder, who I loved he was the first celebrity or star who was so nice to me that I never forgot that. And I remember what I received from him and the kindness and I try to remember that when I come into any situation because that's ultimately what we want.
"And I've had experiences with actors who I really looked up to and they were a complete disappointment, and that type of behaviour I don't want to do.
"So you want to create an atmosphere that is safe for everyone, that is fun for everyone, that is also very professional and focused."
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Devils follows the plight of high-flying banker Massimo Ruggero (Alessandro Borghi), who becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a rival who beats him to a promotion.
Patrick plays Massimo's suspicious American CEO and mentor Dominic Morgan in the series. He also recently starred in The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair.
Devils airs on Sky Atlantic and NOW TV in the UK. Grey's Anatomy season 17 airs on ABC in the US. It airs on Sky Witness in the UK with selected episodes also available on NOW TV.
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