Felicity Huffman, the original star of the hit ABC series “Desperate Housewives,” recently shared her thoughts on the upcoming reboot of the show led by Kerry Washington. Huffman portrayed the character Lynette Scavo on the iconic series and expressed her enthusiasm for the new project during an interview on Good Morning America.
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During the interview, Huffman, now 62, voiced her support for the new spin-off series titled “Wisteria Lane,” produced by Washington through her Simpson Street Productions and 20th Television under Onyx Collective. The new series will feature women of colour in leading roles, a refreshing twist on the original show’s storyline.
Excited about the prospect of diversity in casting choices, Huffman playfully mentioned that she would even volunteer to work the craft service on set. She also praised Kerry Washington, whom she admires, for taking on the challenge of reviving the beloved series in a new and innovative way.
The reboot, named after the iconic street where the original series was set, promises to deliver a blend of fun, sexiness, dark comedy, and mystery akin to the essence of “Desperate Housewives.” The official logline describes the show as revolving around a group of friends and frenemies living on Wisteria Lane, delving into their seemingly perfect lives that conceal deep secrets.
As discussions around casting choices for the new series unfold, Huffman humbly admitted that she believes many actors could embody her character better than she did, eagerly anticipating the fresh interpretation of Lynette Scavo in the reboot. Huffman, along with her co-stars Teri Hatcher, Marcia Cross, and Eva Longoria, achieved great success during the original eight-season run of “Desperate Housewives.”
The show, which aired from 2004 to 2012, followed the intertwined lives of four women living on Wisteria Lane through the lens of a deceased neighbour acting as the narrator. With Huffman winning an Emmy for her outstanding performance on the show, “Desperate Housewives” remains a treasured part of television history and is currently available for streaming on Hulu.
The announcement of the reboot has sparked interest and excitement among fans of the original series, eager to see how Kerry Washington will inject new life into the iconic storyline. As the production progresses, viewers will anticipate the unveiling of the cast members who will bring the residents of Wisteria Lane back to screens with a fresh and diverse perspective.
In a landscape where representation and inclusivity are increasingly valued, the decision to reimagine “Desperate Housewives” with a more diverse cast signals a step towards embracing the evolving dynamics of storytelling in television. The legacy of the original series lives on as it paves the way for a new chapter to unfold on Wisteria Lane under Washington’s creative vision.