Jenn Lyon discusses inspiration behind guest-starring role in 'English Teacher'

"English Teacher" is one of the best-reviewed new shows of the fall season.

The FX comedy created by and starring Brian Jordan Alvarez ("Will & Grace," "M3GAN") follows a high school teacher who strives to meet the conflicting needs of students and parents amidst ever-changing rules.

In the sixth episode, titled "Linda," Alvarez's character comes face-to-face with his parental nemesis, played by Jenn Lyon ("Claws," "Dead Boy Detectives"), as she seeks to use her charm and influence to change her son's failing grade.

"I was so stoked to get the audition and now the part to play Linda. I've been such a fan of Brian Jordan Alvarez and Stephanie (Koenig) for so long," Lyon said. "When I saw that it was his script, I was just over the moon and so excited to do it. The part was so fun. She's so complex, multi-layered, and funny. It was just a dream."

New episodes of "English Teacher" air Mondays at 10 p.m. on FX and stream the next day on Hulu.

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