Sarah Jessica Parker & 'And Just Like That' Writers Address Carrie & Aidan's Reunion, Tease What to Expect Next!
27.07.2023 - 22:01
/ justjared.com
Aidan has returned!
As teased for months, John Corbett has reprised his role as Carrie’s former Sex & The City flame (Sarah Jessica Parker) in And Just Like That as of the latest episode.
And now, creator Michael Patrick King and the writers are speaking out about the big moment to THR, as well as the official writers room podcast.
Here are the biggest takeaways…
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MPK always knew Aidan was coming back once Season 2 was confirmed.
“The minute I knew we were doing a season two — before I even started writing — there was only one word in my mind for the season: Aidan…it felt like it would create excitement, which is great as a showrunner. And as a writer, it creates a very complicated past that we’re bringing into the present,” he said.
The writers knew that the reunion would be snapped by paparazzi.
“We knew Sarah Jessica and John Corbett were going to be seen on the street together filming, so we sort of said, ‘Well, it’s there in the world.’”
Sarah Jessica Parker shared what she felt the reunion would be like.
“I think they would project a hurdle and discover that there is less so. They are mature adults. They’ve had a lot of experience; separate lives, children, the loss of a husband. Just everyday accumulation of life events that make you better equipped to deal with another person you love or value or have affection for. And so I think … you prepare yourself for an obstacle that may not exist.”
Writer Julie Rottenberg wasn’t sure about bringing him back, and Michael Patrick King made sure John Corbett switched up his style upon his return.
“She was worried about re-trod turf and wanted to say, ‘Haven’t we already done him?’…we gave John a makeover. We cut his hair, we took the turquoise