Hey there, friends! Let’s take a trip down memory lane. Remember Mrs. Doubtfire, that iconic comedy that stole our hearts back in 1993? Well, hold onto your hats because the magic is still alive and kicking. On May 1, the stars of the film—Lisa Jakub, Matthew Lawrence, and Mara Wilson—reunited, giving fans a much-needed dose of nostalgia. It's been three decades since the movie hit theaters, but these stars haven’t lost a bit of their charm.
When Old Memories Come Alive
Let’s talk about Lisa Jakub's Instagram post that sent the internet into a frenzy. She wrote, “The sisters had so much fun hanging out with the brothers. @marawilson and @matthewlawrence still feel like my siblings—even 30 years after filming Mrs. Doubtfire.” Lisa went on to add, “And @andrewlawrence and @joeylawrence are just part of the extended family. I had a great time doing the @officialbrotherlylovepod and can’t wait to share it with you.” Can you feel the love and camaraderie? It’s like they never left the Hillard family!
Mara Wilson, who played Lydia Hillard in the film, is now 36 years old, but she’s still got that same spark in her eyes. She reposted the reunion photos, which also featured Lisa, 45, Matthew, 44, and his brothers Andrew and Joey Lawrence. Mara captioned the post, “So funny that the same week I went to San Francisco, I got to reunite with my Doubtfire siblings!” She added, “It’s always a joy to see @lisa.jakub and @matthewlawrence, and always so much fun to be on @officialbrotherlylovepod.” Talk about a blast from the past!
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Fans Can’t Get Enough
The fans? Oh, they’re losing their minds in the best way possible. One commenter wrote, “The nostalgia is so strong in this pic. I can honestly say every single one of you were part of my childhood and growing up.” Another added, “Such an amazing film you guys made. And with a realistic end which made it all the more real and relatable. Good to see yous all together again.” It’s clear that Mrs. Doubtfire isn’t just a movie—it’s a cherished memory for so many people.
Remembering Robin Williams
Of course, no conversation about Mrs. Doubtfire is complete without mentioning the legendary Robin Williams, who played the titular role. Alongside Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, and Harvey Fierstein, Robin brought the story of Daniel Hillard to life. Tragically, Robin passed away in 2014 at the age of 63. Before his death, there were talks of a sequel. Director Chris Columbus shared some insights with Business Insider in November 2023. He said, “Back then, there was an attitude that sequels were looked down upon by the artists. So Robin was against doing a sequel immediately after.”
However, things changed closer to the end. Chris continued, “He and I didn’t talk about a sequel until the year he passed away. We had a script that was written and it was the last time I saw Robin. I went to his house, and we sat down and talked about it. The script was really strong. Robin’s only comment was, ‘Boss, do I have to be in the suit as much this time?’ It was physically demanding. For Robin, I think it was like running a marathon every day he was in the Doubtfire costume. He was older, obviously.”
The Sequel That Never Was
After Robin’s passing, Chris made it clear that a sequel wouldn’t happen. He explained, “So, we talked about it, and I think he was hoping in the rewrite we would cut back on the Doubtfire character. But then Robin passed away, so there will never be a sequel to Mrs. Doubtfire.” It’s a bittersweet reminder of the legacy Robin left behind.
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