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Shortly after the news broke that Nicholas Brendon, best known as Xander Harris over the run of seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, had died at the age of 54, a number of folks from across the "Buffyverse" – including Alyson Hannigan, Sarah Michelle Gellar, David Boreanaz, and Charisma Carpenter – have taken to social[...]

Following the emotional news that Nicholas Brendon, best known as Xander Harris over the run of seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, had died at the age of 54, we've been hearing from a number of folks from across the Buffyverse – including Alyson Hannigan, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and David Boreanaz Now, we're getting[...]

As the "Buffyverse" continues to process the heartbreaking news that Nicholas Brendon, best known as Xander Harris over the run of seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at the age of 54, we're beginning to hear from those who worked with him and called him a friend On Friday night, Alyson Hannigan took to social[...]

Earlier today, the "Buffyverse" was rocked by the news that Nicholas Brendon, known best to them as Xander Harris over the run of seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, had died at the age of 54 As fans take to social media to share their thoughts and remembrances from his time on the beloved[...]

The "Buffyverse" is mourning the loss of Nicholas Brendon, the actor known for playing "Scooby Gang" member Xander Harris on all seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who passed away at the age of 54. "We are heartbroken to share the passing of our brother and son, Nicholas Brendon He passed in his sleep of[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale As Gellar sees it, the Buffy reboot "deserves respect. And when I don't see it being given the respect, then I have to stand up for that because that's important to me." Checking in with SiriusXM's Page Six Radio, Gellar explained why she hopes the pilot never leaks online, despite[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot continue During an interview with PEOPLE, Gellar didn't hold back when she called out the timing of when she and Zhao were notified In addition, she revealed that the show had an executive "who was not only not a fan of the original, but was proud to constantly[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale The report hit shortly after Gellar spoke with PEOPLE, calling out the timing of when she and Zhao were notified, and revealing that the show had an executive "who was not only not a fan of the original, but was proud to constantly remind us that he had[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale continues, with Gellar opening up about what went down During an exclusive conversation with PEOPLE, Gellar shared what it was like on the set while filming, praised Armstrong's performance, called out the timing of when she and Zhao were notified, and revealed that the show had an executive "who[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot, Zhao shared how she was feeling about the news at the red carpet during tonight's 98th Oscars Sharing with Variety that she was "not surprised" by the streamer's decision, Zhao added, "I had an incredible, incredible time with Sarah [Michelle Gellar], with all the cast and crew[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot Shortly after the news broke, we shared our thoughts and initial reactions to the news – and now, we're getting some early social media reactions from cast members Faly Rakotohavana (Hugo), Ava Jean (Larkin), Sarah Bock (Gracie), each sharing behind-the-scenes looks at how close they were[...]

Armstrong-starring pilot for Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot Earlier this evening, we shared our thoughts and initial reactions to the news – and now, Armstrong is offering a look at what could have been Taking to Instagram Stories to share her feelings about the news and how much the project meant to her,[...]

Armstrong-starring pilot for Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot pretty much broke the pop culture landscape While "sources" have been hitting up the big-time entertainment sites to offer the streamer's vaguely-worded perspective on the matter, it's probably going to be a long while before we get to the heart of what went wrong We're[...]

Armstrong-starring pilot for Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale for Hulu received some devastating news on Saturday Though expectations were high that the chance of returning to the Buffyverse was possible, Gellar took to social media to break the bad news that the streaming service had passed on the pilot Gellar is currently promoting her[...]

When we heard that Hulu had given a pilot order for filmmaker Ryan Coogler's (Sinners) series take on The X-Files, we couldn't help but think how cool it would be to have The X-Files and Buffy the Vampire Slayer back on our screens That brings us to EP Sarah Michelle Gellar, Showrunners Nora Zuckerman and[...]

But in terms of pop culture impact, fans of Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer will always remember Trachtenberg as Georgina Sparks and Dawn Summers, respectively When it came to "Buffy," Trachtenberg had the unenviable task of joining the hit ensemble series at the start of its fifth season – and as Buffy Summers' (Sarah[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale is the opportunities we've had to hear from Gellar and others about the original series Just recently, Gellar offered her thoughts on Eliza Dushku's Faith and whether she was a better endgame for Buffy than Angel (David Boreanaz) and Spike (James Marsters) For this go-around, Geller gets a[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Gellar was sharing what it was like working with "Buffyverse" icon Eliza Dushku (Dollhouse, Bring It On), who played big-bad-turned-hero Faith While fans have spent years debating if Buffy (Gellar) should've chosen Angel (David Boreanaz) or Spike (James Marsters), there's been growing support behind the[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale revival series Previously, Marsters had expressed his support for the projects and his interest in potentially being involved in some capacity During his one-on-one with Carpenter, Marters left the strong impression that his being involved might be less wishful thinking and more of a reality Though if he[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale rolls on, we're getting some fascinating insights from none other than James Marsters, aka Spike Regarding the upcoming revival/sequel series, Marsters has expressed his support of it in the past and his interest in potentially being involved in some capacity But during a recent podcast interview, Marters left[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Gellar wants you to know that she feels your pain – but the wait should be worth it Checking in with BTVS Scholar Evan Ross Katz for the latest episode of Shut Up Evan podcast, Gellar looked to set the record straight on how she views[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, there's been a ton of attention being paid to the "Buffyverse." This time around, we're getting a chance to hear from someone who walked away from acting nearly ten years ago to pursue a new calling An icon within the "Buffyverse" for her run as[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, we've been getting some great insights from Gellar and Zhao over the past few months Speaking with TVLine about her FX series The Lowdown, Armstrong also shared (what she could) about the pilot/potential series – beginning with an interesting response when asked what it was[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Zhao has been going above and beyond (especially considering she's also promoting an Oscars-buzzing film of her own). Speaking with Lauren Veneziani, aka DC Film Girl, during a press run in support of the writer/director's film Hamnet, the conversation shifted to the revival series pilot and[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot, Zhao has been dropping some insights (while avoiding spoilers) into the project and what viewers can expect But just in case what Gellar and others have said about her being a huge fan hasn't convinced you, Zhao made it clear that she's approaching their return to Sunnydale[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Zhao is offering some additional insights on the project and the importance of bringing in original series and new viewers, while sharing how much the original series meant to her during an interview with Variety's Awards Circuit podcast to discuss her film, Hamnet. "It is not[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Armstrong is offering some insights into what it was like working with Gellar Speaking with Collider about her FX series The Lowdown, Armstrong noted that she couldn't say much about the pilot, but had nothing but great things to say about her relationship with Gellar[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale pilot for Hulu, Gellar took some time out from the Neiman Marcus Celebrates 2025 Fantasy Gifts party to explain why she never saw herself returning as Buffy Summers as the series wrapped up its run in 2003, how Zhao was a major factor in changing her mind, why[...]

Armstrong-starring Buffy the Vampire Slayer sequel series pilot for Hulu During the panel (moderated by Collider's Steve Weintraub), Gellar was asked about the project. As she's noted in the past, Gellar shared that she was very hesitant about returning to the franchise until Zhao impressed her with the "New Sunnydale" take Gellar also felt that the[...]

But fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will always love and remember her as Dawn Summers. Trachtenberg had the unenviable task of joining the hit ensemble series at the start of its fifth season – and as Buffy Summers' (Sarah Michelle Gellar) sister, no less It was a role that carried a ton of responsibility, with[...]