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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sarah Michelle Gellar Says Children of Original ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Actors Auditioned for Reboot
Sarah Michelle Gellar revealed that she saw some familiar names on the audition roster for the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. The actress who played Buffy Summers in the original series, which ran for seven seasons from 1997 to 2003, recently chatted with Us Weekly with her former Buffy co-star Alyson Hannigan, who portrayed Willow Rosenberg. During the interview, Hannigan confessed, 'I know somebody who auditioned for something on the show.' More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Buffy' Update at Hulu Casts Ryan Kiera Armstrong as the New Slayer 'Ready or Not' Sequel Enlists Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood Slay! Inside the Buffy Prom, Where Fans of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Partied Like It Was 1999 However, Gellar also knew some people. 'I know somebody who was on the show whose child auditioned on the show,' she revealed. 'I know a few people from the show whose children came in.' 'It better not have been one of my kids,' Hannigan quipped in response. Though the Wolf Pack star didn't reveal the names of those who auditioned, last week it was announced that Star Wars: Skeleton Crew actress Ryan Kiera Armstrong has been cast in a lead role in Hulu's pilot for the reboot. The new show will also see Gellar reprise her role as Buffy Summers. 'From the moment I saw Ryan's audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side,' Gellar said in a statement regarding Armstrong's casting. 'To have that kind of emotional intelligence, and talent, at such a young age is truly gift. The bonus is that her smile lights up even the darkest room.' Most details on Armstrong's role, as well as the show itself, are being kept under wraps. The original series, which also starred Nicholas Brendon, Anthony Head, James Marsters and Emma Caulfield Ford, followed Buffy Summers, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, as she dealt with her life of fighting evil, with the help of her friends. A premiere date for the reboot has yet to be revealed. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Muscat Daily
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
New Slayer rises as Buffy the Vampire Slayer set for revival
15-year-old Ryan Kiera Armstrong to lead reboot of iconic series alongside Sarah Michelle Gellar The cult classic Buffy the Vampire Slayer is returning to screens in a new revival that promises to honour the legacy of the original while introducing a new generation to the world of slayers, vampires, and dark forces. At the heart of the reboot is 15-year-old American actor Ryan Kiera Armstrong, who has been cast in the lead role as the next chosen one. Originally aired from 1997 to 2003, Buffy the Vampire Slayer became a groundbreaking series known for its blend of supernatural drama and sharp social commentary. Set in the fictional Californian town of Sunnydale, the series followed Buffy Summers, a teenage girl destined to battle vampires and demons while managing the everyday struggles of adolescence. The show redefined genre television and gained a passionate global following, influencing countless series that followed. The new project, commissioned by streaming platform Hulu, brings back original star Sarah Michelle Gellar, who will reprise her role as Buffy Summers and serve as executive producer. Gellar's return offers a direct link to the original series, which continues to resonate with audiences more than two decades after its debut. The revival is being helmed by acclaimed director Chloé Zhao, best known for her Oscar-winning film Nomadland , with writing duties handled by Nora and Lilla Zuckerman. Ryan Kiera Armstrong, who began her career in Anne with an E and has since appeared in Firestarter , American Horror Story , and Star Wars: Skeleton Crew , will portray the next vampire slayer. Her casting signals a fresh chapter for the franchise, while maintaining the core themes that made Buffy such a cultural touchstone – female empowerment, identity, resilience, and the enduring fight against darkness. The original series is credited with transforming television storytelling, thanks to its long-form narrative arcs, layered characters, and allegorical depth. It tackled issues such as adolescence, trauma, grief, and empowerment through the lens of fantasy and horror, offering viewers both escapism and relevance. The reboot is set in 'New Sunnydale,' a reimagined setting that retains the spirit of the original while exploring contemporary themes for today's audience. Though many details remain under wraps, anticipation is high as fans await a series that aims to bridge past and present. For a generation that grew up with Buffy Summers as a symbol of strength and courage, the return of the Slayer holds both nostalgic value and fresh potential. The revival looks to be not just a continuation, but a reawakening of a story that still has much to say.
News18
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sarah Michelle Gellar Returns As Buffy, Welcomes New Slayer Ryan Kiera Armstrong
Last Updated: Sarah Michelle Gellar, who played Buffy Summers in the original Buffy the Vampire Slayer series, has revealed who will be playing the new-generation slayer in the reboot series. Ryan Kiera Armstrong has officially joined the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot as the 'chosen one." The 15-year-old actor will portray a new-generation slayer—seen as the spiritual successor to Buffy Summers—in the upcoming series, which marks a fresh chapter in the Buffyverse. In an exciting twist for longtime fans, Sarah Michelle Gellar is set to reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers. Gellar, who also serves as an executive producer on the reboot, personally delivered the casting news to Armstrong during a heartfelt video call. In the now-viral clip, Gellar asks, 'Will you be my chosen one?" leaving the young actor visibly emotional and thrilled. The new Buffy series, which has received a pilot order at Disney's Hulu, remains untitled for now. According to Deadline, Armstrong's character is described as an introverted high school student—hinting at a fresh and grounded take on the next slayer's journey. Gellar told Armstrong how the team knew there was no one who could play the role better, right when they saw her audition tape. She further said she was excited to have the young actor as her 'partner on this journey". Armstrong, struggling to contain her happiness, acknowledged how 'honored" she was feeling for landing the role. Her father, Canadian actor-producer Dean Armstrong, also showed up at the scene to rejoice over the feat. Among Armstrong's notable works is her starring role on 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'. She also played the role of Amanda Seyfried's daughter in the 2019 comedy-romance drama The Art of Racing in the Rain. It was her breakout role. She was just an eight-year-old back then. Armstrong also delivered an impressive performance in her lead role in Firestarter. Her TV debut was with a key recurring role on 'Anne with an E'. Coming back to the upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, the pilot for the project has Oscar-winning winner Chloe Zhao as the director. First Published:
Edinburgh Live
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Buffy star James Marsters gives rare insight into friendship with Sarah Michelle Gellar
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info James Marsters, the star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has given a rare glimpse into his friendship with Sarah Michelle Gellar and revealed why 'no one else would have lasted' in the role of Buffy Summers in an exclusive chat with Reach. Ahead of the eagerly awaited reboot, fans of Buffy are likely to be re-watching the 1997 series, which will see Gellar return as Executive Producer, if all goes according to plan. In the original series, penned by Joss Whedon, Gellar portrays the lead character Buffy Summers, who must juggle her normal teenage life while battling vampires, demons and other dark forces. Marsters, who joined the cast in the second series as vampire Spike, quickly became a fan favourite and a mainstay on the show. Even after decades, the stars appear to maintain a close bond, with Marsters taking the opportunity to laud Gellar as the driving force behind Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In a heartfelt tribute, he said: "She's amazing, by the way. I really believe that if anyone else would have played Buffy, we never would have lasted seven years.", reports Surrey Live. "Because we worked up to 20 hours a day and so there's not a lot of sleep happening, and she was in almost every scene. "I was in about a quarter of the scenes and it turned me to ash," he confessed. "I can't imagine what would have happened to my psyche if I had her workload. I think I might just have had a breakdown around season 5. I mean, anyone really would. "TV shows normally film for around 12 hours a day and that's long enough, frankly. But Sarah was always there and she never flagged, she was never late, she always had a good attitude, she knew her lines, she was a monster. "And consequentially, no one else could relax because she was always just so on point. She was amazing," he said again. Delving into their off-screen camaraderie, he shared details about how they stay in touch, discussing family milestones. "Sometimes we email each other about our kids and we'll be like, 'Oh they're doing this, they're doing that.'". "My kids are older than hers so I always beat her," Marsters joked. "She'll say, 'My kids just learned to make brownies, yay!' And I'll say, 'Well my son just got back from China,'" he continued, not concealing his amusement. Speaking of the series' revival, he expressed: "It's good because I think the world needs Buffy Summers. The world needs that message maybe more than ever." Keen not to spill any secrets regarding the forthcoming reboot, he made clear: "I'm not allowed to talk about any of it!". "I'm trying to thread the needle here..." he conveyed. "But what I will say is that at the beginning of every show we said, 'For every generation there's a new slayer.'". "And that was a promise that we never really made good on, and I think that it's high time someone did."
Scottish Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Sarah Michelle Gellar slams ‘fake' Buffy reboot details after confirming her return to cult series
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SARAH Michelle Gellar has slammed 'fake' details of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's reboot - after confirming her return to the series. The actress, 48, is expected to reprise her role as Buffy Summers in the eagerly awaited reboot. 4 Sarah Michelle Gellar has quashed "fake" details from the Buffy reboot Credit: The Mega Agency 4 The actress is reportedly set to reprise her iconic role Credit: Alamy 4 Sarah previously played Buffy Summers for seven seasons Credit: Getty Back in March, rumors began circulating about new characters in the Hulu revival series. Reports had suggested the reboot would focus on "a cerebral 16-year-old named Nova … who is very smart and a bit of a loner,' alongside her friends 'Hugo, an out-and-proud nerd who comes from money, and Gracie, a young expert on vampires who's an acolyte of Gellar's Buffy.' However, Sarah has now quashed these details while also branding them as "fake". Speaking to Elite Daily, she said: 'Those are all fake characters. That thing that got released is all fake." Read more on Buffy SOMBRE STAR Sarah Michelle Gellar downcast as she's seen after Michelle Trachtenberg death The rebooted series hails from Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao, 43, who is reportedly a lifelong Buffy fan. Sarah originally played the iconic title role from 1997 to 2003, spanning seven seasons. She also made multiple guest appearances in the spin-off series Angel. The iconic cast also included Alyson Hannigan, David Boreanaz, Nicholas Brendon, and Charisma Carpenter. In February, Sarah confirmed that she would be involved in the revival. Furthermore, she is determined to make sure it is done the right way - especially after the overwhelmingly exciting reaction from fans. 90s star has barely aged a day almost three decades are starring in iconic supernatural drama She told People Magazine: "I wish there was a better word than overwhelming. It's heartwarming and exciting and also incredibly nerve-wracking at the same time. "And I think we have this team in place that is legendary, from Chloe Zhao to the Zucks [Nora and Lilla Zuckerman], to Gail Berman. "And I think people are going to be pretty impressed." Earlier this year, fans were left heartbroken by Michelle Trachtenberg's tragic death. The actress - who played Buffy's sister Dawn in the final three seasons - tragically passed away on February 26, aged 39. Taking to Instagram, Sarah shared a poignant tribute by quoting from the show itself. She penned: "Michelle, listen to me. Listen. I love you. I will always love you. "The hardest thing in this world, is to live in it. I will be brave. I will live… for you."
