Photographer/Creative Director: Sarah Krick @sarahkrickphotography
Editor-in-Chief: Dimitri Vorontsov @dimitrivorontsov
Fashion Editor/Stylist: Janelle Miller @janellermiller
Stylist: Jen Rade @stylistjenrade
Makeup: Jenn Streicher @jennstreicher
Hair: By Garnier Consulting Stylist Ashley Streicher @streicherhair
Videographer: Luis Trujillo @pactography
Video Editing: Marcus Sotelo @marcusxsotelo
Additional Video and Sound Editing: Dimitri Vorontsov @dimitrivorontsov
Original Soundscore: Moxie – Niko Dalagelis aka One of Them & Slow Hands
Production/Casting: Kricket Productions @kricketproductions
Location: Los Angeles, California

Dress: Givenchy, Sunglasses: Afflelou, Shoes: Le Silla, Rings: Le Vian cocktail rings, Earrings: AS29

Dress: Ralph & Russo, Shoes: Stella McCartney, Ring: Vhernier

Dress: Ralph & Russo, Shoes: Stella McCartney, Ring: Vhernier

L’Officiel Fashion Book: You recently came out with a new album in over a decade after focusing on acting. What
influenced the songs from your new album, Silver Landings?

Mandy Moore: It goes without saying that when endeavoring my toe-dip back into musical waters, I was able to draw on
the last decade of my life – the natural ebb and flow that anyone’s journey takes.

When writing your album, what did your creative process look like? Where did you get your ideas and inspiration?

I was lucky enough to have the support of both my husband and one of my best friends as we co-wrote this record together. Although I had to work through a mixed bag of emotions when it came to self-doubt and my relationship to music in general, I felt safe being vulnerable and creative with two people that I had the utmost respect and love for and knew had my back unconditionally. The ideas and inspiration came from the idea of getting to make music again on my own terms so everything was on the table. It was invigorating and fulfilling.

What are you most proud of from this album?

After everything I lived through in the last decade, I had my doubts about ever making music again so I’m just elated that I did it…it exists. I feel like it speaks volumes about who I am at this juncture of life and all it took to arrive here.

What do you hope your listeners and fans take away from this album?

I hope this record at times can serve as mirror to their own lives and stories but also hope it’s just a reminder of sunnier days ahead…

Is there a particular song that still moves you when you sing it to this day? Why does this song mean so much to you?

It’s crazy that over 20 years later, my first single “Candy” still resonates with folks. It’s a blast to perform it with my band now, honoring the bones of the song but making it feel more in line with the music I’m making today.

Can we expect more music coming from you in the future?

Now that I have this part of my life moving again, I don’t plan on have another decade lapse in-between records. I hope that by the time we can tour again, I’ll have some new music to accompany our time on the road.

This Is Us seems to get better and better each season. What are you most excited for in this upcoming season of This Is Us?

Thank you! In light of the pandemic, I’m just itching at the idea of getting back to work in some capacity. I know our show’s creator and writers have big plans to incorporate the way the world looks right now into this upcoming season and I’m excited to explore all of the dimensions of that choice.

We love the show This Is Us as it deals with real-life problems and being there for one another. What do you hope people take away from the show?

I hope it continues to serve as a tool for unifying us all around how much we have in common, instead of the forces in our everyday lives that are trying to divide or pit us against one another. We’re all so proud to be a part of show that recognizes the value of the family we’re born into AND the family we create. Plus the show is cathartic and allows us all to tap into emotions and engage in conversations we might not otherwise explore.

In This Is Us, do you feel a personal connection with your character, Rebecca Pearson? What do you find more difficult/easier than other characters you have played in the past. What is something you hope to explore with your character?

While I don’t have the personal life experience being a mother or grandmother, I feel like I tap into Rebecca’s struggle to be the best version of herself. She is a matriarch who leads with love, loyalty, and compassion and her family will always come first. It’s given me a deeper, more fully realized insight into my own family and in particular my mom. I’ve never had the chance to play a character in every season of her life (from 23-85) so in that sense, it feels like the greatest, more exciting challenge of my career and I relish this job every day I show up for work. I’m looking forward to how we’re able to tie together the story of this family over the next 2 seasons and everything that comes along with it.

We could not help but notice how respectful and kind you are as a person. What do you think kept you grounded all these years, especially for being in the industry for so long?

Good gracious, thank you – that means a lot. I have always given full credit to Don and Stacy Moore (my parents) who instilled a healthy work ethic and moral compass and a sense of gratitude in me and my brothers. I knew how ridiculously lucky I was to realize a dream at my age and I never took it for granted, I’ve always tried to make the most of it. That and to recognize that my job made me a no different from anyone else – I’ve always strived to be the same person on and off the clock.

Growing up in Florida and moving away at such a young age to pursue your dreams is not an easy task to accomplish and takes a lot of courage. Looking back on your teenage years, who inspired you the most to take that chance and chase your dreams?

Thank you! Maybe it feels courageous in hindsight but at that moment and with the naiveté and innocence of youth on my side, it was only pure joy and gratitude for the chance to live out a dream on such a grand scale! It never felt like a risk, only the greatest reward. I mean, I was a normal theater kid from the suburbs of Orlando who signed a record deal at 14 and then promptly made an album, music video, went on tour with Nsync and BSB, because of an MTV VJ- all in the course of a year. It was truly wild! If that happened at my age now, I’d be overwhelmed but as a kid, I didn’t know what I didn’t know.

If you could go back in time and tell your younger self some advice, what would it be?

I’d probably tell myself to have better boundaries and not feel like I owed anyone anything other than my level best. I’ve always been really hard on myself and I think I often felt compelled to say yes to opportunities and projects when my gut told me to pass. That and to be prepared for a rollercoaster of career highs and lows- the all-encompassing experience is what gives you a much-needed perspective.

On a more personal level, we see that you have traveled to many different parts of the world. What is one trip that has really inspired you and has changed your outlook on the world?

I feel indescribably lucky that my job has always included travel and allowed me to see parts of the world I’d never imagined. These past few years have been no exception and brought me to both Tanzania to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro (a long-held dream) and Nepal to hike to Everest Base Camp. Both trips profoundly changed and inspired me in ways I never would have expected and I still feel like those experiences and feelings are accessible to this day.

When you are not working on music or acting, what are some other hobbies you really enjoy?

Hobbies? What are those? 🙂 Work feels all-consuming most days but I love any chance to have an adventure: traveling and hiking are incredibly restorative and make me feel whole.