Frasier fans, brace yourselves! The beloved show is bringing back an iconic character in its upcoming revival season—none other than Bebe Glazer, portrayed by Harriet Sansom Harris. Known for her dramatic flair and outrageous Machiavellian maneuvers, Bebe will once again grace our screens with her unstoppable ambition.
Who is Returning to the Frasier Reboot
Besides the return of Harris, we’re set to see some new and exciting additions. Rachel Bloom, best known for Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
, will play Bebe’s daughter, Phoebe Glazer. Described by the show as having inherited her mother’s indomitable charm, Phoebe boasts a magnetic personality as well as a taste for the finer things.
A Bit of History
Harriet Sansom Harris dominated 11 episodes of the original Frasier, first appearing in the Season 1 episode Selling Out. Beyond Frasier, Harris has showcased her talent in series like Desperate Housewives and American Horror Story, and films including Licorice Pizza.
The Exciting New Cast Members
Bebe Glazer’s devilish sarcasm won’t be the only highlight. Rachel Bloom’s presence promises fresh dynamics. Having earned an Emmy for original music and lyrics and a Golden Globe for best comedy/musical actress for Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
, Bloom is set to add a multi-dimensional flair to her role.
This new season also boasts appearances from other stalwarts like Dan Butler, Edward Hibbert, and Peri Gilpin, reprising their original roles—bringing in a balanced mix of old favorites and new faces.
Honoring Traditions and Embracing Novelty
The revival doesn’t just stop at returning characters. New episodes promise to feature guest stars like Amy Sedaris and Patricia Heaton, adding layers of fresh storylines while honoring long-standing traditions. The show’s main cast also sees new additions like Jack Cutmore-Scott as Freddy, Nicholas Lyndhurst as Alan, Toks Olagundoye as Olivia, Jess Salgueiro as Eve, and Anders Keith as David.
We’re a show about a very specific journey in a person’s life. And it’s not really a sitcom meant to spit out copies of itself.
, said Bloom when discussing her vision behind ending Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
.
The Direction Ahead
The direction remains compelling with James Burrows returning to helm two episodes. Executive producers Chris Harris, Joe Cristalli, Kelsey Grammer, Tom Russo, and Jordan McMahon are ensuring that the revival maintains the legacy of its CBS Studio origins under Grammer’s Grammnet NH Productions.
The return of Harriet Sansom Harris’ Bebe Glazer promises to add much-needed nostalgia while aligning beautifully with an ever-evolving storytelling approach.
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