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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Meloni Joins, William H. Macy Circling Hulu's NFL Drama From Dan Fogelman
Two big names are preparing to hit the gridiron for Hulu. Chris Meloni will play the head coach of an NFL team in an upcoming Hulu drama from This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman, TVLine has confirmed. Additionally, Shameless alum William H. Macy is in talks to join the series — tentatively titled 17 Sundays — as well in an undisclosed role, sources tell TVLine. More from TVLine Washington Black's Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Junior Revel in the 'Brotherhood and Mentorship' Hulu's Historical Drama Gave Them Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Premiere Date Revealed - Find Out Who's Returning After 3-Year Absence Chicago P.D. Adds The Night Agent's Arienne Mandi as New Series Regular 17 Sundays, first announced back in October, will be written and executive-produced by Fogelman, who also has Season 2 of Paradise in the works at Hulu. Plot details for the new series are being kept under wraps as of now, but sources describe it as a sprawling drama set inside the world of the NFL with a generational family component. Meloni is best known for playing Det. Elliot Stabler, a role he originated on Law & Order: SVU and now plays on Peacock's Law & Order: Organized Crime. His other TV credits include Oz, Happy! and Underground. Macy was a six-time Emmy nominee for his role as patriarch Frank Gallagher on Showtime's Shameless and previously recurred on ER; he's mainly known for his film works in movies like Fargo, Boogie Nights and Magnolia. For all you Law & Order: OC fans worried about this news, Meloni's casting here does not necessarily spell doom for OC, a source maintains, and here's why: 17 Sundays would shoot in the fall, while Organized Crime — if it's renewed for Season 6 — would return to production in the spring. Season 5 of Organized Crime wrapped up its 10-episode run in June. (Additional reporting by Kimberly Roots and Michael Ausiello) Are you ready to hit the field with Hulu, now that Meloni and Macy are warming up? Join us in the comments to share your thoughts on the casting news. Best of TVLine Stars Who Almost Played Other TV Roles — on Grey's Anatomy, NCIS, Lost, Gilmore Girls, Friends and Other Shows TV Stars Almost Cast in Other Roles Fall TV Preview: Who's In? Who's Out? Your Guide to Every Casting Move!
Forbes
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
This Father's Day, Drink The Whiskey From TV's Most ‘Shameless' Dad
William H. Macy is Woody Creek's "spokesdude." Woody Creek Distillers You never need an excuse to pick up a bottle of whiskey, whether it's for you or someone else. But certain occasions lend themselves to such an activity, like Father's Day, when you can show some appreciation for the man who helped give you life by giving him a bottle of the good stuff. There are myriad options for gifting this year, including plenty of great bourbons and other fine spirits. But save yourself some time perusing bottles at the liquor store, and go with the whiskey that was hand-selected by actor William H. Macy. He's portrayed some iconic characters over the years, from the car salesman turned comically inept criminal Jerry Lundegaard in 'Fargo' to notorious TV father Frank Gallagher of 'Shameless.' And while his on-screen work might not give him a whiskey pedigree, his work in the actual whiskey business does. William H. Macy (he prefers 'Bill') joined Woody Creek Distillers in 2018. The partnership was organic—he and his wife are neighbors with distillery founders Patrick and Mary Scanlan. Macy serves as the brand's official "spokesdude,' but he takes a more active role than most spirits-involved celebrities. That includes hosting events, talking shop and serenading guests with his trusty ukulele. It also means helping to hand-pick the barrels that make up Woody Creek Distillers William H. Macy Reserve, a bottled in bond, 10-year-old straight rye whiskey. Woody Creek recently put out the second edition of this rye, which retails for $199 and is available online, at the brand's distillery in Basalt, Colorado, and at select retailers. William H Macy joined Woody Creek in 2018. Adam Bove 'I know there are other great spirits, but I am saying there are none better,' Macy said about his eponymous whiskey at a recent event. 'And I'll also say there are a whole lot that are worse.' Macy's 'Shameless' character Frank Gallagher was not a discerning drinker, but when I asked Macy if he'd share his William H. Macy Reserve with the fictional dad, he said: 'Frank was the most horrible TV father in the history of horrible TV fathers. But Frank maintained that there was always something in life to celebrate, and that it was incumbent on us to always be ready to celebrate it.' A bottle of whiskey certainly helps in all celebratory matters. The decade that Woody Creek William H. Macy Reserve spent in barrels adds plenty of oak-influenced flavors, as expected, but the barrels don't mask the fruity, spicy character of the 100% rye mashbill. The whiskey shows aromas of clove and cinnamon up front, followed by apples, dried fruit, nuts and honey on the palate. The finish brings hints of spice and mild smoke. It's an easy sipper from beginning to end, with lots of flavor packed into the 100-proof spirit. There's no need to reach for anything besides a glass or maybe some ice, but the rye also works nicely in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan. For the record, Macy thinks that TV's best dad was Jim Anderson of 'Father Knows Best,' calling him 'kind and reasonable and steady.' If your dad exhibits any of those traits, treat him to a bottle of William H. Macy Reserve Straight Rye Whiskey. Better yet, suggest that you two pop the top together, so you can also get a taste of what's inside. William H Macy Reserve Straight Rye Whiskey Woody Creek Distillers
