On Why Jezebel James is Shorter…

Ausiello of TVGuide hypothesizes why Jezebel James seems to be on thin ice – and it has nothing to do with Amy Sherman-Palladino and everything to do with the casting of Parker Posey. Which is a disappointment, to see a show stumble over casting, you know?

Question: You said you had a theory as to why Fox trimmed the order for Return of Jezebel James. So spill! — Jessica
Ausiello: OK, let me preface this answer by reminding you that I am a huge Parker Posey fan. I find her flavor of quirk 100 percent dee-lish and know very well that her mere presence can make a tedious project tolerable (see Superman Returns). Having said that, all indications are that she and a full-time TV gig have not exactly been the snuggest fit. And I’ll just leave it at that.

And in related news, it looks like the Gossip Girls folks finally figured out they were a leeettle too much like Gilmore Girls:

Question: Kelly Bishop as Serena’s grandmother on Gossip Girl? You are a genius! — Tara
Ausiello: Sadly, it appears my casting powers have failed me this time. Despite my best efforts, sources tell me that Gossip producers feel the character of Serena’s grandmother already bears too much of a resemblance to Emily Gilmore; as a result, they’ll likely go with another actress. Damn reverse typecasting!

Thanks Rob! Tags: parker posey, jezebel james, the return of jezebel james, amy sherman palladino, gilmore girls, kelly bishop, gossip girl