The Men Are At it Again…
Some good (and potentially bad) news today for any Richard Burgi fans out there. You guys know that he’s been keeping busy making some guest appearances on other shows. Well, now he’s got his own show! Can you believe it?
The show is called Harper’s Island and will air on CBS starting in 2009. It will be a mid-season replacement and is currently contracted for 13 episodes. No word on his character’s name and description. Still, it looks like he could have a fairly decent part. The show is about a destination wedding that ends up turning into a murder mystery. The action will be set on a secluded island that was home to a serial killer several years before. To keep us on the end of our seats, those familiar with the show have promised characters will get killed off regularly.
So where does that leave our favorite ex-husband? Your guess is as good as mine. It’s not looking good, though, since the show will be filmed in Vancuver, BC. Good luck to him on this one and here’s hoping for an occasional visit from Karl.
Richard’s not the only one with a side project. James Denton is taking his acting talents to the stage. Yes, you read that right. He’s scheduled to begin a run in the show “How Cissy Grew” on October 18th. A special sneak peak will be held on the 16th at the El Portal Forum Theatre in North Hollywood. The play will keep him busy until November 23rd.
Well, that’s all guys. Take care and I’ll see y’all soon! Don’t forget to drop me a comment and let me know what you think of the men’s new parts and be sure to check here for more entertainment news.
September 9th, 2008 at 7:01 am
Hey, Jamie –
Richard’s character is named Thomas Wellington, aka “Mister Wellington,” and he’s the father of the bride, Trish Wellington (played by SUPERNATURAL alum Katie Cassidy).
As the show seems focused mostly on the twentysomething side of the cast, his role is most likely more of a supporting one — at any rate, he’s able to commute to and from Vancouver as needed for filming rather than relocate. So — barring any contractual bans on working for DH — he’d probably be available should DH want to trot Karl out once more.
As the 13-episode HARPER’S ISLAND production run is likely to wrap in January, he’d most likely be free for any late-season DH episodes, if not earlier.
September 9th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Thanks for the info!! It’s much appreciated. I’ll definitely be checking this show out.