'Dallas' Alum Charlene Tilton Wants A Campaign to Bring "Lucy" Back to the New Reboot - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 03-02-2011, 10:36 PM

Dallas alumna Charlene Tilton is singing the praises of TNT’s upcoming reboot of the long-running primetime sudser, yet thinks it needs just a little something — namely her troublemaking tart, Lucy.

“I read the script for the first episode and it is absolutely wonderful,” Tilton told TVLine at the annual Night of 100 Stars Oscars viewing party. “It’s going to be fabulous.”

In addition to a “next generation” cast headed by Desperate Housewives alum Josh Henderson (playing J.R.s son, John Ross), Chase‘s Jesse Metcalfe (as Bobby and Pam’s son, Christopher) and Jordana Brewster (as a ranch cook’s daughter), original Dallas stars Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray are set to reprise their roles of J.R., Bobby and Sue Ellen, respectively — and “theyre going to be amazing,” Tilton promises. Still, as fans of the original series know, a little Lucy could go a long way.

“They’ve gotta bring me back!” Tilton cheers. And she may know just the reason why. Based on the actress’ recollection, when Lucy was last seen, she had moved to Europe while still in possession of a 25 percent stake in Ewing Oil. So if there’s any major developments with or fights over the family business, Tilton suggests, “They’d have to have her come and vote.” (TVLine reader DallasFan, however, suggests that after Tilton/Lucy bid Dallas adieu, Bobby ultimately wound up with sole ownership of Ewing Oil.)

While Tilton has not gotten a call from the producers of the new Dallas, she at least is feeling Lucy love from fans. “People have sent me Internet petitions to bring her back,” she shares with a wide smile, “and I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh, thank you!’”

http://www.tvline.com/2011/03/dallas...e-tilton-lucy/

Mr. Television · 03-03-2011, 12:12 AM

I wouldn't mind seeing her back but if she does,I hope the new producers are better than the old ones. They didn't know what to do with her character when she came back the last time. Lucy had her best years early in the series run. After Mickey died, her character didn't have anymore good storlines.

Dr. Thong · 03-03-2011, 11:49 AM

Lucy to me was a weak link character -- I don't think the show suffered a bit when she was let go. They tried bringing her back, but realized there was little they could do with her character and let her go again.

As long as they have the big guns, this new Dallas will be fine.

MickeyMac · 03-03-2011, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Stuck In The '70's

I wouldn't mind seeing her back but if she does,I hope the new producers are better than the old ones. They didn't know what to do with her character when she came back the last time. Lucy had her best years early in the series run. After Mickey died, her character didn't have anymore good storlines.

I totally agree

Also I wouldnt mind seeing both Ken Kercheval and Steve Kanaly make apperances.

03-02-2011, 10:36 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	'Dallas' Alum Charlene Tilton Wants A Campaign to Bring "Lucy" Back to the New Reboot Dallas alumna Charlene Tilton is singing the praises of TNT’s upcoming reboot of the long-running primetime sudser, yet thinks it needs just a little something — namely her troublemaking tart, Lucy. “I read the script for the first episode and it is absolutely wonderful,” Tilton told TVLine at the annual Night of 100 Stars Oscars viewing party. “It’s going to be fabulous.” In addition to a “next generation” cast headed by Desperate Housewives alum Josh Henderson (playing J.R.s son, John Ross), Chase‘s Jesse Metcalfe (as Bobby and Pam’s son, Christopher) and Jordana Brewster (as a ranch cook’s daughter), original Dallas stars Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray are set to reprise their roles of J.R., Bobby and Sue Ellen, respectively — and “theyre going to be amazing,” Tilton promises. Still, as fans of the original series know, a little Lucy could go a long way. “They’ve gotta bring me back!” Tilton cheers. And she may know just the reason why. Based on the actress’ recollection, when Lucy was last seen, she had moved to Europe while still in possession of a 25 percent stake in Ewing Oil. So if there’s any major developments with or fights over the family business, Tilton suggests, “They’d have to have her come and vote.” (TVLine reader DallasFan, however, suggests that after Tilton/Lucy bid Dallas adieu, Bobby ultimately wound up with sole ownership of Ewing Oil.) While Tilton has not gotten a call from the producers of the new Dallas, she at least is feeling Lucy love from fans. “People have sent me Internet petitions to bring her back,” she shares with a wide smile, “and I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh, thank you!’” http://www.tvline.com/2011/03/dallas...e-tilton-lucy/
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Mr. Television 23 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,133	I wouldn't mind seeing her back but if she does,I hope the new producers are better than the old ones. They didn't know what to do with her character when she came back the last time. Lucy had her best years early in the series run. After Mickey died, her character didn't have anymore good storlines.
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Dr. Thong a/k/a "ACK!" Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 10, 2001 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 5,546	Lucy to me was a weak link character -- I don't think the show suffered a bit when she was let go. They tried bringing her back, but realized there was little they could do with her character and let her go again. As long as they have the big guns, this new Dallas will be fine.
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