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In a delightful blend of classic charm and modern humor, Matt Bomer and Nathan Lane are teaming up for a new sitcom that’s already creating quite the buzz in the LGBTQ+ community.
The duo will lead “Mid-Century Modern,” a Hulu series inspired by the iconic “Golden Girls,” with a fabulous twist.
Produced by the ever-inventive Ryan Murphy and brought to life by the creative minds of Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, the show promises to be a fresh take on friendship, aging, and fabulous living.
Yesterday, Broadway legend Linda Lavin, who plays a central role in the show, shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse on Instagram that has fans buzzing.
Lavin, in her characteristically warm and witty style, posted a photo of the cast on set and a video clip of them receiving applause from a live audience.
“Throwback to last Thursday night when we filmed this fabulous pilot, ‘Mid-Century Modern’ for @hulu at 20th Century Fox!!” Lavin captioned the post.
She praised her co-stars Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, Nathan Lee Graham, and Miss Coco Peru, and expressed excitement about working with the iconic director James Burrows.
The sitcom, set in the sun-soaked paradise of Palm Springs, follows three best friends—gay gentlemen of a certain age—navigating life together after a sudden loss prompts them to cohabitate in the lavish home of the wealthiest among them.
Lane takes on the role of Bunny Schneiderman, a charmingly neurotic businessman who is perpetually on a quest for love and validation.
Lavin plays his sharp-tongued yet endearing mother, Sybil, whose wisdom is matched only by her tendency to meddle.
Bomer, channeling the endearing ditziness of “Golden Girls” Rose, stars as Jerry Frank, a former Mormon who embraced his true self and left his previous life behind, emerging as a pure-hearted, if slightly naive, figure.
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With such a powerhouse of talent both on-screen and behind the scenes, “Mid-Century Modern” is shaping up to be a must-watch.
The cast’s chemistry, evident even in behind-the-scenes snapshots, hints at a show filled with heart, humor, and a lot of sass—exactly the kind of content our community loves and deserves.
As fans eagerly await more news, the excitement surrounding the pilot is palpable.
Lavin’s Instagram post has already garnered a flood of supportive comments, with many hoping for a full-season order.
Given the track record of everyone involved, it seems likely that “Mid-Century Modern” will be more than just a pilot—it could become a beloved fixture in the lives of its viewers, much like “Will & Grace” and “The Golden Girls” before it.
So, dear friends, keep your eyes peeled and your Hulu accounts ready. “Mid-Century Modern” is coming, and if the first look is any indication, it’s going to be a golden (and fabulously gay) ride!
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