Post by Pia on Jan 15, 2021 18:20:59 GMT -5
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Jared Padalecki Originally Wanted Jensen Ackles To Star In Walker Reboot
With The CW's long-running Supernatural having now ridden off into the sunset, Jared Padalecki is getting ready to introduce his SPN Family to the world of Walker on Thursday, January 21. Up until now, viewers have been treated to a look at Cordell Walker's (Padalecki) tragic backstory and his efforts to turn his life around, as well as the friends and family (and foes) who flow in and out of his world. But this time, we're taking a break from teasers or preview images for the modern reboot of the original CBS' Chuck Norris-starring series to hear from Padalecki himself. In an interview with TV Insider, Padelecki revealed that although he and SPN co-star Jensen Ackles have parted ways as Winchesters, Walker came close to reuniting them- and it may still.
The first thing you should know is that while Padalecki was interested in developing the character, his intention was to executive produce and for Ackles to star. "At first, I just really wanted to develop this story about this version of Cordell Walker," Padalecki explained. But over time, the project became something that Padalecki felt a connection to. "It kept looking like something I really wanted to be a part of," he said. Of course, that doesn't mean Ackles still can't appear- both in front of the camera and in the director's chair. "Oh, Jensen will be on the show," Padalecki confirmed confidently. "We were hoping he would direct [an episode] and be in one. He will be in the show in some way, shape, or form, even if I have to drag him kicking and screaming."
The first thing you should know is that while Padalecki was interested in developing the character, his intention was to executive produce and for Ackles to star. "At first, I just really wanted to develop this story about this version of Cordell Walker," Padalecki explained. But over time, the project became something that Padalecki felt a connection to. "It kept looking like something I really wanted to be a part of," he said. Of course, that doesn't mean Ackles still can't appear- both in front of the camera and in the director's chair. "Oh, Jensen will be on the show," Padalecki confirmed confidently. "We were hoping he would direct [an episode] and be in one. He will be in the show in some way, shape, or form, even if I have to drag him kicking and screaming."
Jared Padalecki Originally Wanted Jensen Ackles To Star In Walker Reboot
Jared Padalecki originally wanted his Supernatural co-star Jensen Ackles to star in the Walker, Texas Ranger reboot Walker. The original series, which starred Chuck Norris, was a huge success and ran on CBS for eight seasons. In 2019, The CW announced it would give Walker, Texas Ranger the reboot treatment with Padalecki slated as the title character.
Steering away from original plotlines, Walker follows Cordell (Padalecki), a widower with two children who relocates to Austin after being undercover for two years. Discovering the bulk of his work has just begun while being haunted by the suspicious circumstances of his wife’s death, Walker will be joined by a new partner, Micki. Produced by Padalecki, Walker features Lindsey Morgan as Walker’s partner, Keegan Allen as Walker's younger brother, Mitch Pileggi as Walker’s father, and Genevieve Padalecki as Walker’s deceased wife. Now, Padalecki reveals that the reboot could have starred the other Winchester brother.
Per Variety, Padalecki revealed that he wanted to continue his partnership with Ackles after the end of Supernatural, and stated, “I was tired of being on camera for 20 years straight. I wanted to produce a show called Walker starring Jensen Ackles.” Padalecki admitted that retirement from acting was at the forefront of his mind. However, after spending ample time with the Walker script, Padalecki decided that he should star as the title character of the reboot series since it was his “passion project.”
Slated to premiere on The CW on January 21, Walker could still reunite Padalecki and Ackles. Indeed, Padalecki remains adamant about nurturing his potent chemistry with Ackles, and the former Dean Winchester could make an appearance as a guest star on Walker or take a turn in the director’s chair. As it stands, Walker is Padalecki’s first major role after the end of Supernatural and the actor stated, “For so long I didn’t know what my life was outside of Supernatural. I’m starting to figure it out.”
While stepping in Norris’ shoes as the Texas Ranger could be a challenge, Padalecki has proven he is the ideal choice to portray Cordell Walker. Of course, fans of Padalecki and Ackles' long partnership are eager to see the duo share screen time again after the Supernatural finale was met with mixed reviews, but it remains to be seen what that next project will be. For now, viewers can look forward to Padalecki taking the reins on Walker with the possibility of Ackles joining him in the future.
Steering away from original plotlines, Walker follows Cordell (Padalecki), a widower with two children who relocates to Austin after being undercover for two years. Discovering the bulk of his work has just begun while being haunted by the suspicious circumstances of his wife’s death, Walker will be joined by a new partner, Micki. Produced by Padalecki, Walker features Lindsey Morgan as Walker’s partner, Keegan Allen as Walker's younger brother, Mitch Pileggi as Walker’s father, and Genevieve Padalecki as Walker’s deceased wife. Now, Padalecki reveals that the reboot could have starred the other Winchester brother.
Per Variety, Padalecki revealed that he wanted to continue his partnership with Ackles after the end of Supernatural, and stated, “I was tired of being on camera for 20 years straight. I wanted to produce a show called Walker starring Jensen Ackles.” Padalecki admitted that retirement from acting was at the forefront of his mind. However, after spending ample time with the Walker script, Padalecki decided that he should star as the title character of the reboot series since it was his “passion project.”
Slated to premiere on The CW on January 21, Walker could still reunite Padalecki and Ackles. Indeed, Padalecki remains adamant about nurturing his potent chemistry with Ackles, and the former Dean Winchester could make an appearance as a guest star on Walker or take a turn in the director’s chair. As it stands, Walker is Padalecki’s first major role after the end of Supernatural and the actor stated, “For so long I didn’t know what my life was outside of Supernatural. I’m starting to figure it out.”
While stepping in Norris’ shoes as the Texas Ranger could be a challenge, Padalecki has proven he is the ideal choice to portray Cordell Walker. Of course, fans of Padalecki and Ackles' long partnership are eager to see the duo share screen time again after the Supernatural finale was met with mixed reviews, but it remains to be seen what that next project will be. For now, viewers can look forward to Padalecki taking the reins on Walker with the possibility of Ackles joining him in the future.
Nice if the "brothers" could come together again. 
