Meet the Cast of Your New Favorite Period Drama, The Gilded Age

Morgan Spector plays the role of George Russel. A "classic robber baron of his own time, Russell is pleasant enough in company. He's fond of his wife and his children, but utterly ruthless in business. He has already acquired millions, and many more will follow. In every challenge, George must win," according to his character description on the HBO website.

Having appeared in the 2019 Suits spinoff Pearson, Spector's previous noteworthy roles include the miniseries The Plot Against America, Homeland, Orange Is the New Black, and Boardwalk Empire.