Sarah Michelle Gellar revealed that only Dolly Parton could persuade her to consider a potential revival of the iconic TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The show premiered in 1997 and followed the story of Buffy Summer as she fought against vampires, demons, and other dark forces. Parton, who served as an uncredited producer on the show, hinted earlier this year that a revival of the series was being considered. Gellar has previously expressed her pride in the show but has stated that a revival may not be necessary, although she is supportive of the idea of continuing the Buffy story without her.
Gellar shared that while she is not keen on reprising her role as Buffy, she holds the memories of her time on the show close to her heart. She has even started watching the show with her children, Charlotte and Rocky. The family has made it up to season 5, but Gellar has had to be cautious with certain darker episodes. Despite not typically being interested in her work, Gellar’s children have shown a particular affinity for Buffy and have eagerly watched and enjoyed the show.
Furthermore, Gellar explained that her children were so invested in watching Buffy that they even woke up early the following morning to finish watching the show before school. This level of enthusiasm was surprising to Gellar, as her children usually have little interest in her work. Despite her reservations about returning to the role of Buffy, Gellar seems to be enjoying sharing the show with her children and seeing them embrace the story that has become a cult classic.
Overall, Gellar’s stance on a Buffy revival seems to be in a state of flux. While she is not necessarily eager to step back into the role, she acknowledges the impact of the show’s message of female empowerment. The idea of passing on the power to a new generation of characters is appealing to her, indicating that she sees the potential for the Buffy story to continue in various forms, even if she is not directly involved in them. The influence of the show on her own family, particularly her children, further emphasizes the lasting legacy of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
