In a recent conversation with PEOPLE, Danielle Pinnock, known for her role as Alberta in the hit television series ‘Ghosts’, expressed her excitement and curiosity about the impending return of her on-screen love interest, Pete, portrayed by Richie Moriarty. Following his dramatic disappearance at the end of season five, fans and cast members alike are eagerly awaiting answers regarding his fate in the upcoming sixth season.
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During the table read for the season five finale, Pinnock admitted to being taken aback by the shocking turn of events. “I literally screamed out loud,” she recalled. The storyline had set the stage for Pete’s potential departure from the Woodstone property, which left Alberta and the other resident ghosts fearful that he might be lost forever. “What does this mean? I was absolutely shocked,” Pinnock remarked, reflecting on the gravity of the moment.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Pete’s fate, there is confirmation that Moriarty will reprise his role in season six. The new season will commence with Halloween and Christmas specials before resuming with fresh episodes in early 2027. However, the specifics of how Pete’s reappearance will be handled remain a mystery. Pinnock shared a light-hearted take on the situation, saying, “I know he’s coming back, but we don’t know how… it’s still very much a mystery for the cast as well too.”
With filming for both ‘Ghosts’ and her Off-Broadway show ‘The Whoopi Monologues’, Pinnock is managing a hectic schedule. Still, she expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming holiday specials, stating, “I’m telling you, those are like the best episodes… we get so much fan love, especially for Halloween and Christmas.” Her excitement is further amplified by the opportunity to work alongside her close friend, Punam Patel, who plays Jay’s sister, Bela.
Pinnock also shared her hopes to delve deeper into Alberta’s intriguing backstory. Following the season five revelation that Alberta was a ventriloquist, she has been in discussions with the show’s creators, Joe Port and Joe Wiseman, to explore this facet of her character more thoroughly. “I was like, ‘Let it just be as absurd as you want it to be,’” Pinnock noted when suggesting the need for Alberta to lead in comedic moments this season.
Reflecting on Alberta’s past, Pinnock expressed interest in uncovering more of her character’s life prior to her death. “She did have an entire life before she was dead, and I know that she has so many other secrets as well,” she commented, trusting the writers to deliver unexpected and amusing moments. The addition of ventriloquism to Alberta’s character has already provided Pinnock with an opportunity to engage in unique comedic training, adding to the show’s charm.
As the anticipation builds for the new season, Pinnock remains optimistic about both her character’s evolution and the lingering mystery surrounding Pete’s return. “I cannot wait to dig in to those scripts because I need to know how my boo is coming back,” she said with enthusiasm.
‘Ghosts’, which has received considerable acclaim, is set to thrill its audience when it returns to the screen. Its ability to blend comedy with supernatural themes has resonated deeply with viewers, maintaining high expectations for the upcoming episodes. With the sixth season’s Halloween special just around the corner, fans are keenly looking forward to what the future holds for the beloved cast of spectral characters.
As the industry prepares for the new episodes, Pinnock’s enthusiasm and the ongoing narrative developments keep the spirit of ‘Ghosts’ very much alive. The series will again demonstrate its knack for blending humour with heart, ensuring that audiences are left wanting more from their favourite ghosts and their intriguing stories. The series streams on Paramount+, with the highly anticipated sixth season making its debut on CBS this coming October.