Felicity Huffman supports Desperate Housewives reboot led by women of color titled Wisteria Lane
Felicity Huffman, best known for her role as Lynette Scavo on Desperate Housewives, has shared her support for the upcoming reboot of the iconic series. In a recent appearance on Good Morning America, Huffman expressed excitement for the new project, titled Wisteria Lane, though she noted she likely won't be involved beyond cheering from the sidelines.
'They're going to do Wisteria Lane with all women of color, and I'm all for it,' she said. 'I'm going to do craft services,' she joked, adding, 'I just think it's wonderful, and I'm a huge fan of Kerry's.'
The upcoming reboot will reimagine the original suburban drama with a new cast of women of color. It is being developed by 20th Television in collaboration with Kerry Washington's production company and will be written by Natalie Chaidez. The title, Wisteria Lane, references the fictional street where the original show was set.
Desperate Housewives, which aired from 2004 to 2012, starred Huffman alongside Teri Hatcher, Eva Longoria, and Marcia Cross. When asked who should portray Lynette Scavo in the reboot, Huffman replied humbly, 'I think a lot of people could do it better than I did, so I can't wait to see it.'
Since its announcement in April, Wisteria Lane has sparked a range of reactions from fans, with some voicing concern over reviving a beloved classic with a new approach.
Huffman also appeared on the morning show to promote her upcoming Lifetime project, The Thirteenth Wife: Escaping Polygamy, a two-part movie based on true events.
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