Rebecca Mader Returns to "Once Upon a Time"

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Rebecca Mader Not Returning for Season 7 'Reset'
by Ryan Schwartz
May 12, 2017


Here’s some less than bewitching news: Just hours after ABC announced that it renewed for "Once Upon a Time", series regular Rebecca Mader has confirmed that she will not return for Season 7.

Mader, who plays Zelena, the Wicked Witch of the West on the long-running fairytale drama, broke the news on Instagram, claiming that her exit was not a personal choice, but a creative decision made by The Powers That Be ahead of a Season 7 “reset.”

The news comes just days after it was revealed that Jennifer Morrison has opted to part ways with the series following the end of Season 6.

To my Darling Pretties, First of all I would like to start by congratulating Adam, Eddie, Lana, Bobby and Colin on the pick up of Once Upon A Time! I am truly happy for you all and most importantly for the fans that will get to keep tuning in each week to see where they will take us.

A lot of you have been asking if I will be joining everyone in Season 7, so I wanted to let you know personally that unfortunately I am not. This wasn't my choice but a creative decision of the shows that I totally respect and understand. The most important thing is that you all know how much you mean to me. I am told frequently both online and in person that by being a part of such a special show I have in some way changed someone's life.

This is hugely meaningful to me. I am here to let you know that I am the one who has been changed. Not just by playing such a well written multi-dimensional character but by the fandom itself. I have heard your stories, your pain, your struggles, your achievements and I have truly felt you. I have learned. I have grown. I am a better person because of you, the fans and everyone that blessed me with this opportunity to play such an iconic role.

Congrats all and thank you! I look forward to the next. I invite you to come with me on this journey. I am forever changed. And I'm wicked. And Wicked Always Wins. Forever yours, Bex 💚

http://tvline.com/2017/05/12/once-up...t-in-season-7/

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Rebecca Mader To Return for Multiple Episodes on "Once Upon a Time" Season 7
by Matt Webb Mitovich
September 20, 2017


Finally, the moment you were hoping would come (as a certain song goes) — Rebecca Mader is returning to ABC’s "Once Upon a Time".

TVLine has learned exclusively that the onetime series regular is set to return for multiple Season 7 episodes. No further details could be confirmed at this time — including whether she again will be playing Regina’s sister Zelena aka the Wicked Witch.



“I am beyond thrilled to be returning to make magic with my beloved Once Upon a Time family,” Mader tells TVLine. “I’m excited for this next chapter.”

Busting out the Oz empress’ motto-turned-musical episode solo title, she adds/reminds: “Wicked always wins!”

http://tvline.com/2017/09/20/once-up...eturns-zelena/