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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Wednesday Season 2: A Look At The Addams Family's Fortune And Who Is Hester Frump?
Last Updated: Let's take a closer look at how Joanna Lumley's character transforms in Wednesday season 2 and just how wealthy the Addams family really is. Season 2 of Wednesday introduces fresh faces to the quirky Addams family, with one of the standout additions being Grandmama Addams, also known as Hester Frump. Played by the legendary Joanna Lumley, Grandmama brings style, power, and an air of mystery to the show. More than just Morticia Addams' mother, she's a successful businesswoman who owns Frump Mortuaries. Hester's grand entrance immediately shakes up the Addams household. Let's take a closer look at how Lumley's character transforms in season 2 and reveals just how wealthy the Addams family truly is. Although Grandmama first appeared in the original Addams Family comics, season 2 marks her long-awaited on-screen debut. In this version, she is a wealthy businesswoman and one of the few family members who truly understands Wednesday. With her sharp personality and powerful status, Frump complicates the already-strained bond between Wednesday and Morticia. As per Tudum, 'These three generations of Addams family women find themselves coming together — and crossing swords, literal and metaphorical — to create what Gough calls the 'delicious family triangle' that becomes the dessicated heart of Wednesday Season 2." Jenna Ortega shared that Wednesday season 2 gave her the chance to show a different side of Wednesday's bond with her mother, Morticia. In the first season, Wednesday acted like a typical teenager, annoyed and wanting to distance herself from her 'clingy" mom. In the new season, she still wants space, but the two are brought closer when a serious problem arises. Morticia finds out that Wednesday is dealing with 'psychic exhaustion" after pushing her supernatural powers too far while trying to protect her friend Enid from danger. While they still clash like most parents and teens, the season also includes moments where they will show mutual respect. Addams' Family Wealth: While the exact net worth of the Addams family isn't confirmed, past reports from Forbes suggest that Gomez Addams, Wednesday's father, has built a net worth of over $2 billion through family inheritance and multiple smart investments. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Record
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Inside Joanna Lumley's Wednesday season 2 role as Jenna Ortega link revealed
Joanna Lumley is set to star in season two of Netflix's Wednesday, but what do we know about her role in the upcoming season of the horror comedy-drama series? WARNING: This article contains spoilers from Wednesday season 2. The second series of Netflix 's horror comedy-drama Wednesday is set to welcome British icon Joanna Lumley to its cast, sparking intrigue among fans about her role in the show. Lumley, best known for her outrageous portrayal of Patsy Stone in the 90s sitcom Absolutely Fabulous alongside Jennifer Saunders, has since been involved in a variety of major projects. The former model, author and activist has featured in a number of successful films such as Paddington 2 and The Wolf of Wall Street, as well as popular UK series like Fool Me Once and Amandaland. Her next television appearance will be in the Addams Family spin-off, Wednesday, which returns for its second series on Netflix on Wednesday, August 6. Ahead of the show's return, Netflix has hinted at how the unforgettable 79 year old will make her mark in the series. Lumley will join the cast as none other than Wednesday Addams' (played by Jenna Ortega) Grandma Hester Frump. She is described as Morticia Addams' (Catherine Zeta-Jones) "formidable mother and the fabulously wealthy mogul behind Frump Mortuaries", one of the most successful outcast-owned companies in America. With this teaser in mind, it's speculated that Morticia will be clashing with her mother in the upcoming series. Netflix further describes Grandma Hester as being "immaculately coiffed, emotionally cold, and armed with a razor-sharp tongue. "Hester is calculated in everything she does, from running her empire to managing her family's legacy." A first glimpse of Lumley's Wednesday transformation has been unveiled ahead of the second series launch, and she appears as striking as ever sporting a gothic fitted black gown and theatrical upswept hairstyle. She won't be the sole new addition when the sophomore season kicks off, as Lumley will be accompanied by Thandiwe Newton portraying psychiatrist Dr Rachael Fairburn, Steve Buscemi as Principal Dort and Billie Piper taking on the role of music instructor Isadora Capri. What's particularly thrilling is that pop icon Lady Gaga is also expected to feature in Wednesday as an educator named Rosaline Rotwood, though no preview shots of the superstar have emerged as of yet.
Daily Mirror
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside Joanna Lumley's 'calculated' and 'razor sharp' Wednesday season 2 role
Joanna Lumley will be rubbing shoulders with Wednesday Addams star Jenna Ortega for Wednesday season two. WARNING: This article contains spoilers from Wednesday season 2. Wednesday season two is welcoming Joanna Lumley into the fold with fans curious to know all there is about her role in the Netflix horror comedy-drama. Joanna Lumley is famed for starring as the wild Patsy Stone in the 1990s sitcom Absolutely Fabulous with Jennifer Saunders but has since moved on to other major projects. The former model, author and activist has starred in a number of hit films including Paddington 2, The Wolf of Wall Street as well as hit UK series like Fool Me Once and Amandaland. The Addams Family spin-off Wednesday will be her next TV appearance as the Netflix drama returns for its second season on Wednesday, August 6. Ahead of its return, the streamer has teased how the unforgettable 79-year-old will make her mark in Wednesday. Lumley will be joining Wednesday as none other than Wednesday Addams' (played by Jenna Ortega) Grandma Hester Frump. She is Morticia Addams' (Catherine Zeta-Jones) 'formidable mother and the fabulously wealthy mogul behind Frump Mortuaries', one of the most successful outcast-owned companies in the States. With this teaser in mind, it's thought that Morticia will be logging heads with her mum in the upcoming second season. Further describing what to expect from Grandma Hester, Netflix states she is 'immaculately coiffed, emotionally cold, and armed with a razor-sharp tongue. 'Hester is calculated in everything she does, from running her empire to managing her family's legacy.' A first-look at Lumley's Wednesday makeover has been released ahead of series two's debut and she looks as glamorous as ever in a gothic tight-black dress and dramatic up-do. She won't be the only newcomer though when the second outing begins as Lumley is to be joined by Thandiwe Newton as psychiatrist Dr Rachael Fairburn, Steve Buscemi as Principal Dort and Billie Piper as music teacher Isadora Capri. What's even more exciting is that singing legend Lady Gaga is also set to join Wednesday as a teacher called Rosaline Rotwood, although no teaser images have been released of the star just yet.
