The Gilded Age has returned for Season 4, and so have George and Bertha Russell. Played by Morgan Spector and Carrie Coon respectively, George and Bertha have gone through a lot in the past three seasons, and their relationship is the most strained in Season 4. While the couple started out as a formidable duo, deeply in love, respectful, and supportive of each other's ambitions, Bertha's actions have made George pull away from the marriage significantly.While the couple is still figuring out their relationship on screen, The Gilded Age fans are still swooning over them the way they used to, including giving George nicknames like "Railroad Daddy". Morgan Spector has recently revealed that he wants the fandom to start using a new nickname.Morgan Spector loves the nicknames his The Gilded Age character gets and wants to introduce a new oneMorgan Spector and Carrie Coon have been giving interviews as part of the press tour for The Gilded Age Season 4. In an interview with Refinery29, Morgan Spector was asked how much he loves or hates the nickname given to his character, George Russell, which is:"Railroad Daddy"Morgan Spector began his response to the question by saying that there's nothing to hate about the nicknames. He also said:"Look, to be sexually objectified as a straight man – a straight white man — is honestly a gift. It’s rare."Carrie Coon interjected:"Move over, [Sexiest Man Alive] Noah Wyle. Next year, Morgan Spector's coming for you."Spector said that he likes the nickname, noting he has also heard fans use "Train Daddy". Moreover, Spector added that this year, he wants to go a step forward and get another nickname started, which he calls:"Trainspotting Daddy"Spector explained:"You know what I mean? Because of the drug addiction going on. Trying to get that started."Spector's character, George Russell developed a struggle with prescription pain medication after surviving his gunshot wound. The actor is thus referring to that aspect of the character with the nickname. Additionally, he also noted:"...it's funny. It's lovely, and I do think it’s the character more than it is me. But it's nice. What, what can I say?" View this post on Instagram Instagram PostWhen Carrie Coon was asked to speak about the love her character, Bertha Russell gets, she said:"She’s a gay icon!"Coon added that all the credit goes to Bertha's glamorous dresses, her confidence, walk, and commanding personality. She also described Bertha as:"She's the ultimate diva."Coon also added that Bertha is so popular and loved in The Gilded Age because she fights for what she wants and challenges rules when they no longer serve her. Despite her ruthless approach, she is fiercely loyal to her loved ones and stands up for them, which is a testament to her strong sense of integrity.Coon also highlighted how Bertha and George, despite their wealth and power, are still outsiders fighting for acceptance in high society. Bertha's struggle to belong serves as a reflection of the American spirit of wanting freedom, building a new life, and fighting for influence and recognition in society.The Gilded Age Season 4 premiered on HBO on November 1, 2026. All released episodes of the show are streaming on HBO Max.For more articles like this, follow Soapcentral.