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News.com.au
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Sarah Michelle Gellar teases huge Buffy The Vampire Slayer reboot update and breaks silence over I Know What You Did Last Summer cameo
Sarah Michelle Gellar is single-handedly keeping the memory of the 90s alive for millennials this year. Earlier in 2025, she announced that she'll be stepping back into Buffy Summers' stylish boots, and now she's once again seemingly risen from the dead with a surprise cameo in Sony's reboot of I Know What You Did Last Summer. Gellar became a horror icon when she starred alongside Jennifer Love Hewitt, Ryan Phillippe and future husband Freddie Prinze Jr in the original 90s horror flick as enigmatic beauty queen, Helen Shivers. Despite being perhaps the biggest star in the movie, Gellar's character is killed off in a heartbreaking moment that's considered among horror fans be to be one of the best chase scenes ever put on film. While Gellar previously rubbished demands to return to the reboot, reminding fans that 'she's dead', it turns out the screen icon was keeping her cards very close to her chest. Speaking with about her new partnership with Uber One on their new advert that sees Gellar once again come face-to-face with the film's eerie fisherman himself, she revealed that she does indeed make a surprise return in the new movie that's out now in cinemas. 'So the first thing I can clarify is that I never said I wasn't going to be in it!' she laughed. 'I actually didn't intend to do it.' She explained that the movie's writer and director, Jennifer Robinson, who just so happens to be one of her closest friends – they talk twice a day, every day – insisted that she would find a way to bring back the fan favourite character. But Gellar wasn't convinced at first. 'She told me about three years ago that she wanted to do this and I was like, that's great. I'll help you with Freddy and I'll anything you need with the movie. I just can't be in it. She's like, 'I'm gonna figure out a way.' And I was like, 'There's no way. I'm dead. I'm not going to be a weird twin!'' Despite her initial refusal to make a cameo, Robinson eventually found a way to bring back Shivers that Gellar felt honoured the character well enough to walk back onto set in the cover of darkness. 'I was getting up at five in the morning, sneaking into this set. I was not allowed to go outside the entire day that I was filming. because I was in the costume. So I literally was inside for an entire day.' The horror flick was shot entirely here in Australia, and Gellar's collaboration with Uber One came about while she and husband Prinze Jr were living in a home in Rose Bay. 'I usually do all the Uber ordering at home. And before we left, I said to him 'You have to get Uber for Australia because you're going to need it to get around and to order food,' so he finally let me put it onto his phone,' she shared. 'Our first favourite [order] was this great coffee shop in Rose Bay. I wish I could remember the name but they had the most wonderful Turkish coffee and little desserts that we ordered at least every other day while we were in Australia.' The 90s icon went on to share how much she 'loves' spending time Down Under, admitting that it's 'the one place' where she could see herself moving with her family at some point in the future. Gellar went on to reveal that the hugely anticipated reboot of the show is set to get into production sooner than fans may have first realised. 'We're getting really close. We have to make sure everything is done right. But I will say we are filming very soon,' she teased. Ever since the reboot was first announced fans have been eager to know which of Buffy's pals might be seen returning to the show alongside her. In the original show, fan favourite character Anya, who was originally supposed to be in a handful of episodes only to become one of the most beloved characters, dies in the show's finale. It's a brutal second-long scene and for years fans have felt she was owed more. When I quizzed Gellar on whether the vengeance demon, played by Emma Caulfield, could return, she confessed that she's very much 'on the list' to come back. 'I will do my best to honour the original show while also giving a chance to the new characters. I tell everyone to be patient because if we bring back all of the new characters right away, then the audience doesn't have time to like and get to the know the new characters. They won't give them the time of day. So I want to make sure I do spend the right amount of time establishing the new characters.' 'But anyone that follows me knows that Emma and I are very close and obviously, you know, they're all on my list. 'We have to get Hulu and Disney to give us enough episodes, over the course of a couple of years, so we can bring everybody back. All the budget as well!' she said. I asked Gellar how she feels about the legacy of acclaimed Buffy episode The Body, in which she gives an incredible performance as Buffy deals with the shocking sudden death of her mother. Despite being heaped with praise at the time, because Buffy was still seen as a teen-leaning show on a lesser network, Gellar mostly missed out during awards season, only scoring one Golden Globe nomination in the end. Discussing whether she felt respected within the industry at the time, Gellar replied: 'That's an interesting question. I know a lot of people behind the scenes and on the set did feel that they [awards and critics] weren't for me. But I make the show for the fans, not for awards and critics.' 'And so I really felt the love,' insisted the star. 'If there was a nomination for an award from fans, we always won and people loved it and and so for me, that was the joy that I got. 'And I do have a Daytime Emmy,' she chuckled. 'It's very nice!' Gellar's new I Know What You Did Last Summer campaign ties in with Uber One's partnership with HOYTS, offering perks for members including discounted tickets ($12.50 for general admission, $27.50 for HOYTS LUX) and unlimited free popcorn refills.
Metro
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
This ‘controversial' Buffy episode was replaced on TV with two hours' notice
In May 1999, Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans were waiting anxiously for its big season 3 finale when it was dramatically pulled from TV at the last minute. The fantasy drama series began in 1997 on the US channel The WB and quickly became one of the most popular TV shows for teenagers and young adults. Its popularity has stood the test of time, too, with a reboot now in the works. It followed high school student Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar), a 'slayer' who was tasked with protecting the citizens of Sunnydale from dark supernatural forces while balancing her studies. By the end of season 3, Buffy and her friends Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Willow (Alyson Hannigan) had completed their final year of high school and were ready to graduate. However, their plans for final year are disrupted by The Mayor (Harry Groener), Sunnydale's initially unassuming mayor who has secretly been enabling the town's evil supernatural phenomena all along. Things come to a head when the Mayor plans to unveil his demon form—a giant serpent—and unleash evil on graduation day at Sunnydale High School during his keynote speech. Part one of Graduation Day, the 22nd episode of season three, had already been broadcast on May 18 to more than five million people, with the exciting conclusion set for broadcast a week later on May 25. The WB's plans started to change a month earlier, on April 20, 1999, when 17-year-old Dylan Klebold and 18-year-old Eric Harris perpetrated the Columbine High School massacre. Using high-powered rifles and homemade explosives, Klebold and Harris killed 13 students at the Colorado school, injuring 23 others, before turning their guns on themselves. The emotional, political, and cultural impact of Columbine was wide-reaching, with the United States in a state of shocked mourning for weeks afterwards. Its impact is still felt today and is referred to as 'the Columbine effect'. During Graduation Day Part Two, Buffy arms Sunnydale's students with weapons (including guns and flamethrowers) to defeat The Mayor, with the school eventually being blown up to destroy his demon form. Naturally, The WB was nervous about broadcasting an episode that depicted a full-scale battle on school grounds so soon after Columbine and pulled the episode just two hours before its premiere. An older episode of Buffy was broadcast instead—the decision was mocked by comedy skits on The Daily Show, with host Jon Stewart suggesting a new title for Buffy: The Vampire Inconveniencer. Buffy actor Seth Green questioned the decision, saying: 'It would have seemed really callous and inappropriate. But the actual episode has nothing to do with school violence. It's a red herring in the story. 'The simple fact is, this is a topical issue. It's a growing problem, and Colorado isn't the only place it's happened. We just don't want to think these things happen, but they happen all the time.' Heathers (2018) The Heathers reboot series, inspired by the 1988 film starring Winona Ryder, got off to a rocky start in 2018 when it was pulled off the air not once but twice as a result of a mass shooting. Two episodes were pulled from TV schedules after 11 people were killed in a shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA. Mr Robot (2015) Rami Malek series Mr Robot had its season one finale, titled Zero Day, postponed for a week after news reporter Alison Parker and her camera operator Adam Ward were both shot dead in Moneta, VA. The Mr Robot episode featured a character taking their own life on live TV. Friends (2001) Friends had to completely change Monica and Chandler's honeymoon after the 9/11 attacks in New York. Their story originally saw Chandler questioned by authorities after joking that he'd brought a bomb into an airport. This was replaced by the storyline in which Monica and Chandler find themselves falling foul of a lucky couple also on their honeymoon. FBI (2022) Cop drama FBI had one of its major episodes urgently pulled from TV schedules after a school shooting in Texas. 21 people, many of whom were children aged between nine and 11, were killed in the small city of Uvalde. FBI was to feature a fictional school shooting in its season four finale, which was postponed. Active Shooter (2017) An episode of the eight-part 2017 documentary series Active Shooter: America Under Fire was pulled from TV after the Route 91 Harvest shooting in Las Vegas. 60 people were killed, making it the deadliest mass shooting by a lone gunman in US history. FBI episodes continued as normal a week later. A WB spokesperson added: 'Although financially we'd have every reason to run the episode, we think the timing is bad. We want everyone who'll be out wearing caps and gowns to remain safe.' Graduation Day Part 2 was eventually broadcast on this weekend in July 1999, two months later, and is regarded as one of the strongest episodes of the entire Buffy series. More Trending The season 3 finale wasn't the first Buffy episode to be affected by Columbine, however, with season 3's Earshot only broadcast in September 1999 after originally being slated for an April release. In Earshot, Buffy—briefly given the gift and curse of telepathy—begins hearing the thoughts of others and has to track down somebody who is planning to kill students at Sunnydale. Eventually, the prospective killer is found while assembling a rifle in a clock tower, although it is later revealed that he was only intending to shoot himself rather than any students. View More » Watch Buffy the Vampire Slayer on Disney Plus. Got a story? 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Yahoo
06-06-2025
- 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:
