Hey there, friends! Ever wonder if the iconic sitcom "King of Queens" might make a comeback? Well, Kevin James recently opened up about whether he’s considering a return to his beloved Rego Park apartment at 3121 Aberdeen St. in Queens. The actor revealed if he's completely ruled out bringing the show back in the future.
Listen up, folks: Kevin James, during a candid chat with the New York Post on Monday, January 29, shared his thoughts on reviving the classic sitcom. "They were asking me about bringing back King of Queens, and I don’t think that’s possible because a big part of our core cast is no longer with us," he explained honestly. Let's dive deeper into what he really means.
Remembering Jerry Stiller: A Key Piece of the Puzzle
Now, here’s the thing: Kevin James, who's 58 years old, starred alongside the late, great Jerry Stiller and the incredibly talented Leah Remini in the original series. Tragically, Jerry passed away in May 2020 at the age of 92 due to natural causes. And let me tell you, Jerry was more than just a cast member—he was a cornerstone of the show.
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"Jerry Stiller was such an incredible part of our show," Kevin reminisced. "To me, it would be really tough to bring it back without him. I just can’t see how it would work without his presence." The actor's heartfelt words paint a clear picture: Jerry’s role was irreplaceable.
Kevin on 'Today': Celebrating Jerry’s Legacy
Just last week, Kevin appeared on the popular morning show Today, where he elaborated further on the impact Jerry had on the series. "You simply can't do it without Jerry. How do you even attempt that? He was absolutely amazing," Kevin passionately expressed during the segment. His comments underscore just how much Jerry contributed to the essence of King of Queens.
Could a Revival Still Work?
While it might seem like Kevin is shutting the door on a revival, he did leave a tiny crack of possibility. "It can work—look at what they did with Frasier on Paramount+," he reflected. However, Kevin emphasized that it depends entirely on the show, the storyline, and whether there's still a compelling narrative to explore. "It's really hard to recapture that nostalgia, and it's not something you should attempt just for the sake of doing it," he wisely pointed out.
Kevin also starred in the sitcom Kevin Can Wait from 2016 to 2018 before it was canceled. Fans were thrilled when he reunited with Leah Remini, 53, on that show after their iconic run on King of Queens. While fans loved seeing them together again, many hoped it wouldn't be the last time.
"King of Queens was a unique moment in time, and it was truly incredible. I miss it and loved every second of it—but getting that magic back might be incredibly challenging," Kevin admitted candidly.
25 Years of Nostalgia
Just last year, the cast celebrated an impressive 25 years since the premiere of the first season. Kevin took to Instagram to mark the milestone, writing, "25 years ago today, we aired. I am so incredibly blessed to have been on this incredible journey with the insanely talented @leahremini and Jerry Stiller. I love you both so much… and thank you to the greatest fans in the world." His heartfelt message resonated with fans who cherished the series as much as he did.
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