Latest news with #MarcCherry
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Felicity Huffman Reacts to Desperate Housewives Spinoff
Originally appeared on E! Online Felicity Huffman is excited to take another trip down Wisteria Lane. The Desperate Housewives alum shared that she was thrilled to learn that a new series following a new group of residents is in the works. In fact, a big draw for her is that Kerry Washington is set to executive produce the spinoff, titled Wisteria Lane. "I'm completely 100 percent behind it," Felicity told E! News in an exclusive interview that aired May 29. "Kerry Washington—it's so great that she's doing it with women of color. It's exactly what's needed." And Felicity isn't only amped about the show's premise, which focuses on an eclectic group of neighbors hiding secrets beneath the surface of their picture-perfect, Instagram-friendly lives. The 62-year-old also expressed feeling hopeful that original creator Marc Cherry will return to help bring the story to life in some capacity. "I think Marc Cherry, who created it and is brilliant, is involved," she said. "So, it's going to be a great ride." More from E! Online Cardi B Breaks Down Cost of Her Kids' Nanny, Private Chef, Driver and More Machine Gun Kelly's New Photo With His and Megan Fox's Baby Girl Deserves All the Flowers Cardi B Reveals Name of Baby No. 3 With Offset After all, Felicity believes the screenwriter crafted such a unique tone with the original series, which ran from 2004 to 2012 and also starred , , and . "Marc Cherry has a very specific voice, and that singular voice resonated with people," Felicity explained. "And the way he created those women's friendships—the friendship is key." Another project the Good Lawyer star is looking forward to seeing on screen? Her two-part Lifetime movie The Thirteenth Wife: Escaping Polygamy, which premieres May 31 and June 1 on the channel at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. For Felicity, the film—which is based on the real-life story of Rena Chynoweth, who was forced to become the 13th wife of polygamist cult leader Ervil LaBaron—is guaranteed to be a "rollercoaster" for viewers. "It's really important to watch it," she shared. "A cult from the outside, you look and you go, 'Oh, I'd never believe that.' But from the inside, when you're indoctrinated by your community and by your family, you start to believe outlandish, crazy things." Felicity added, "So, it's engaging, but I think we need to hear these stories as well." While you wait for Wisteria Lane and The Thirteenth Wife: Escaping Polygamy to hit your TV screens, read on for shows premiering this year. Destination X (NBC) - May 27Adults (FX) - May 28Implosion: The Titanic Sub Distaster (Discovery Channel) - May 28F1: The Academy (Netflix) - May 28And Just Like That... (Max) - May 29Jersey Shore Family Vacation (MTV) - May 29The Better Sister (Prime) - May 29Mama June: Family Crisis (WE TV) - May 30Bono: Stories of Surrender (Apple TV+) - May 30Lulu Is a Rhinoceros (Apple TV+) - May 30Tudum Live 2025 (Netflix) - May 31My Mom Jayne (HBO) - June 20252nd Annual Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television (HereTV) - June 2025The Mortician (HBO Max) - June 1Below Deck (Bravo) - June 2The Quiz With Balls (Fox) - June 2Ugliest House in America (HGTV) - June 2Next Gen NYC (Bravo) - June 3Love Island USA (Peacock) - June 3Caught in the Act: Double Life (MTV) - June 3Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour (E!) - June 4Power Moves With Shaquille O'Neal (Netflix) - June 4Stick (Apple TV+) - June 4Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) - June 5 For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Eva Longoria says she's 'slept with everyone on the street': does that mean no Desperate Housewives comeback?
Eva Longoria may have been in Paris for fashion, but her words made a much louder statement than her outfit. As she greeted fans outside a luxury hotel in a beige co-ord and her signature effortless charm, Longoria reignited talk about a Desperate Housewives reboot only to pour cold water on the idea herself. #Operation Sindoor The damage done at Pak bases as India strikes to avenge Pahalgam Why Pakistan pleaded to end hostilities Kashmir's Pahalgam sparks Karachi's nightmare The Desperate Housewives actress looked radiant and relaxed in the French capital, waving to admirers in a cream wool pencil skirt and matching long cardigan layered over a crisp white shirt. Paired with casual white sneakers and tousled waves, Longoria exuded the polished yet approachable elegance she's known for. But behind the Parisian glow lies a reality that's less glamorous for fans still clinging to hope for a Desperate Housewives return. Eva Longoria hints at dead-end for Desperate Housewives reunion While interacting with fans during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live , Longoria dropped a revelation that surprised even host Andy Cohen. Responding to a question about what's keeping a reboot from happening, she placed the blame squarely on series creator Marc Cherry . Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Direct Shopping From Adidas Francchise Store, 60% Discount Original Adidas Shop Now Undo 'Marc Cherry, our creator. Yeah. He feels like we've exhausted the characters,' she said, dashing the hopes of many who dreamed of revisiting the drama-filled Wisteria Lane . Longoria explained the intensity of the original show's production 24 episodes a season for eight seasons made it difficult to imagine where the story could go next. "It's unlike Sex and the City , which was only, like, six episodes, eight episodes a year," she added, joking, "I can't sleep with any more people on that, right? Like I have slept with every single person on the street." Could Wisteria Lane be closed forever? Fans weren't the only ones entertained by Longoria's cheeky comments. Comedy icon Sandra Bernhard, a fellow guest, asked whether Gabrielle ever explored a same-sex storyline. 'No, I didn't... wait, did I?' Longoria laughed. Bernhard playfully pitched a 'half season' on that premise, prompting Longoria to reply, 'We got to convince Marc Cherry.' Live Events When Cohen asked if Longoria still receives 'healthy residual checks' from the show, she didn't miss a beat. 'I do well,' she said with a grin. Desperate Housewives was once the most-watched TV show globally, inspiring international remakes and even Bravo's Real Housewives franchise. But with the creator unwilling to revisit the material, even its biggest stars seem ready to move on albeit with a wink.
Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Eva Longoria, 50, looks effortlessly chic in a beige knitted co-ord set as she arrives at her lavish hotel in Paris
Eva Longoria looked effortlessly chic in a beige knitted co-ord set as she arrived at her lavish hotel in Paris on Friday. The Desperate Housewives actress, 50, cut an elegant figure as she layered the beige woolen pencil skirt and matching a long-sleeved cardigan over a white shirt. Eva kept comfortable in a pair of white trainers and styled her brunette tresses in loose waves over her shoulders. She appeared in jovial sprits as she arrived at her luxury accommodation, where she was seen smiling and giving her fans a wave. Eva's classy display comes after she got tongues wagging when she addressed the possibility of a Desperate Housewives reunion. She played Gabrielle Solis on the hit show, which ran for eight seasons between 2005 and 2012. Eva has said in the past that she would be interested in a reboot or revival series, which prompted a question from a fan. The fan wrote into Bravo's Watch What Happens Live to ask who might be standing in the way of a Desperate Housewives reunion. The answer surprised some fans, as Eva said it to be none other than series creator Marc Cherry. 'Marc Cherry, our creator. Yeah. He feels like we've exhausted the characters,' she said, which shocked host Andy Cohen. She added: 'It's unlike Sex and the City, which was only, like, six episodes, eight episodes a year. We did 24 episodes a year. For a decade.' 'So I can't sleep with any more people on that, right? Like I have slept with every single person on the street,' Eva joked of the show's infamous Wisteria Lane. She was asked by another WWHL guest, comedy legend Sandra Bernhard, if her character Gabrielle ever slept with any women on the show. 'No, I didn't... wait, did I?' Eva said, as Sandra joked they could do a 'half season' on that. It comes after she got tongues wagging when she addressed the possibility of a Desperate Housewives reunion. She played Gabrielle Solis on the hit show from 2005 and 2012 'We got to convince Marc Cherry,' Eva insisted of the show's creator and executive producer. When Andy asked if she still gets, 'healthy residual checks' from the show, Eva simply replied: 'I do well.' The show followed the lives of four women who resided on Wisteria Lane - Susan Mayer (Teri Hatcher), Lynette Scavo (Felicity Huffman), Bree Van De Kamp (Marcia Cross), Eva's Gabrielle Solis, and their respective families. The show was an immediate hit, remaining in the top 10 for TV ratings for its first six seasons, and at one point was reportedly the most popular TV show in the entire world. Desperate Housewives would also serve as the inspiration for Bravo's Real Housewives franchise, drawing from, 'real life desperate housewives '. The show also spawned global adaptations in Argentina (2006–07), Colombia/Ecuador (2007), Brazil (2007–08), Turkey (2011–14) and Nigeria (2015).
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'Desperate Housewives' Spinoff 'Wisteria Lane' In the Works: What We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. More than a decade after Desperate Housewives ended its celebrated run, a new chapter is being written. Kerry Washington is set to executive produce Wisteria Lane, a spinoff of the Emmy-winning series slated for Hulu. The new show will revisit the iconic suburban setting that helped turn the original into a cultural phenomenon during its 2004–2012 run on ABC. The spinoff, currently in early development, promises to bring both familiar tones and fresh perspectives to the lives behind the doors of suburban America. Disney's Onyx Collective is producing the new series, further signaling its importance in the company's growing streaming portfolio. Why It Matters The return to Wisteria Lane marks a strategic bet by Hulu and Disney to revive a beloved property that helped define primetime drama in the 2000s. The original series, created by Marc Cherry, combined satire, soap opera, and mystery to capture large audiences and critical acclaim. It followed the lives of a group of women living in the fictional Fairview neighborhood as they navigated secrets, crimes, and personal turmoil with both drama and dark humor. By attaching Kerry Washington—a powerhouse producer and star in her own right through roles like Olivia Pope in Scandal—the project brings high-profile talent with both acting and producing pedigree. Washington will serve as executive producer alongside writer and executive producer Natalie Chaidez, according to The Hollywood Reporter. What We Know About 'Wisteria Lane', the 'Desperate Housewives' Spinoff Details about the new Wisteria Lane series remain sparse. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the project is being developed by 20th Television, the same studio behind the original series, and will be executive produced through Washington's Simpson Street production company. While plot details remain under wraps, E! News reports that the upcoming series Wisteria Lane is characterized as a stylish, provocative blend of dark comedy and mystery, much like its predecessor Desperate Housewives. The new iteration centers on a diverse group of neighbors whose seemingly flawless, social media-ready lifestyles conceal a web of secrets. "The character I miss writing the most is actually Wisteria Lane," creator Marc Cherry previously told People. "That was the most fun playground anyone in the history of television has ever had, because we owned the whole street. I know that street like the back of my hand." According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cherry is not currently involved in the new spinoff, but sources say he could join later on. When Will 'Wisteria Lane' Come Out? No premiere date has been announced, as the show is currently in the script development stage. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Hulu and 20th Television are still in the early phases, with casting yet to begin. Production timelines and release schedules are expected to be revealed later in the year. Kerry Washington attends the Chanel Tribeca Festival luncheon to celebrate Through Her Lens: The Women's Filmmaker Program at The Greenwich Hotel Courtyard on Friday, June 7, 2024, in New York. Kerry Washington attends the Chanel Tribeca Festival luncheon to celebrate Through Her Lens: The Women's Filmmaker Program at The Greenwich Hotel Courtyard on Friday, June 7, 2024, in New York. Evan Agostini/AP Photos What Movies and Shows Has Kerry Washington Worked On? Kerry Washington rose to prominence through roles in Ray, Save the Last Dance, and The Last King of Scotland. She became a household name playing crisis manager Olivia Pope in Scandal, which aired on ABC from 2012 to 2018. As a producer, Washington launched Simpson Street, her production company, which has developed series like Reasonable Doubt and UnPrisoned, both for Onyx Collective. When Did 'Desperate Housewives' Premiere? Desperate Housewives premiered on October 3, 2004, on ABC. The show ran for eight seasons and concluded on May 13, 2012. It starred Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross and Eva Longoria as neighbors whose suburban lives were entangled in secrets, betrayal, and murder. It earned multiple Emmy Awards and was one of the most-watched series of the 2000s. Why Did 'Desperate Housewives' End? The series concluded after eight seasons largely due to creator Marc Cherry's desire to wrap up the story on his terms. "I wanted to go out when the network still saw us as a viable show and a force to contend with," Cherry previously told TV Line in 2011. "We felt from a creative standpoint that this was the right time. I feel so good about it." He emphasized ending the series before it declined in quality or ratings. What People Are Saying Eva Longoria, who played Gabrielle "Gabby" Solis in Desperate Housewives, told Entertainment Tonight last year: "Oh my God, yes! I would be the first to sign up for the reboot. [Desperate Housewives showrunner] Marc Cherry knows that. I've told him a hundred times. I was like, 'Let's do it again. I miss Wisteria Lane. I miss the girls. I miss Gabby Solis. I miss being her.'" Teri Hatcher, who played Susan Mayer on Desperate Housewives, told E! News in 2023: "I think it's been a long time. We had amazing fans and I know everyone on that show is really grateful for the journey." What's Next With Washington at the helm and a known brand in play, Wisteria Lane is poised to attract both longtime fans of Desperate Housewives and a new audience drawn to the rebooted drama's modern storytelling.
News.com.au
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Iconic US TV show Desperate Housewives set for shock return with a fresh twist
A reboot of the smash hit ABC series Desperate Housewives is in development, it has been announced. Desperate Housewives starred Teri Hatcher, Eva Longoria, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross and Nicollette Sheridan, who lived on Wisteria Lane and began uncovering dark secrets about one another. The show became a smash hit around the world and remains one of the most watched shows on streaming services in 2025. Written by Natalie Chaidez, best known for The Flight Attendant, the new show, titled Wisteria Lane, is described as a fun, sexy, darkly comedic soap/mystery in the vein of Desperate Housewives, set among a group of five very different friends and sometimes frenemies. Chaidez is attached to write and executive produce, with Hollywood star Kerry Washington and Pilar Savone executive producing. While Eva Longoria recently stated that she would love to return to the franchise that made her famous, there are no current plans for characters from the original series to appear on Wisteria Lane. According to Deadline, Desperate Housewives creator Marc Cherry was not part of the pitch for the new show but is aware of the project and could be involved in it in some capacity. The show received 38 Emmy nominations over the course of its run, with Huffman winning Best Lead Actress in a Comedy in 2005 and Kathryn Joosten winning Best Guest ctress in a Comedy twice. It's not the first reboot that Disney has in the pipeline. Both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Prison Break, both with pilot orders, are set to return to screens. Last year, creator Marc Cherry opened up about the significance of the Wisteria Lane set, which has remained built all these years and remains an iconic tourist attraction. 'The character I miss writing the most is actually Wisteria Lane; that was the most fun playground anyone in the history of television has ever had,' he told People. Cherry had previously stated that he would be up for rebooting the show in a different decade such as the 60s, in the vein of his Desperate Housewives follow-up Why Women Kill that starred Lucy Liu.
