Paley Celebrates Pride: Will & Grace at PaleyFest LA: Full Conversation

Stars and creators of NBC's Will & Grace gather at PaleyFest LA 2018 to celebrate their show. Topics include: the twentieth anniversary of the pilot shoot; the decision to omit major plot developments from the reboot; the actors' ease at resuming their roles; McCormack's views on why Will has not yet "settled down"; Messing's surprise at receiving a bill from NBC upon taking a set item home after the 2006 finale; Hayes' theater-induced gift for physical comedy; whether Mullally shares Karen's right-wing political views; and the prolific Burrows' views on the show's "fortuitous" success. #paleycenter

[ZombiUnikorn]

I will watch Will & Grace till I'm 80. Definitely one of my comfort shows. I always wish I could go back to the 90s when I watch. One of the best shows ever! ❤

[michaelleger]

They forgot to mention Leslie Jordan aka Beverley Leslie. The sparring between him and Karen was priceless. Will & Grace is comfort food for me. Thx for the fond memories!!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[mj]

The Rosario “Quinciera, ” episode is particularly sad and moving since Shelley has also passed in real life too.

[ggfatale]

I only got into the show about five years ago. I’m glad I finally did. So good. 💜💜💜🌈🌈🌈💜💜💜

[clarktrent]

I would be this crazy, self hating TOF if it weren't in a huge part due to the steady beauty and normality of *friends of choice* and *family* of choice that you presented. I am not alone in my ascerbic, cynical and sarcastic attitude and world view, *you all* just made it work It was snappy. It got laughs, and had it draw your characters closer in love and a bond unforgettable. You made it *fun* and you made it priceless! You *saved* me during a time of very very deep low depression in my life! You all were my friends and family, and I relate deeply even now, these 20 yrs later, to the wit and wisom of writers Misters Mutchnik, Kohan. and Mr. Burrows' direction! Be proud of yourselves, ea. other, and the bond that many of you and your guest stars retain! Also: God Bless *Debbie Reynolds* in memoriam, and Shelley Morrison, Leslie Jordan... they were he icing on the cake, the perfect variety that spiced up the show and supported you. You were and are gleaming Angels in Disguise! Paley Center: Thank You, and pls. pass these words on to the creators here, the cast, writers, and the Director! Much love to you all!

[leonaloran]

This show made such a great and important contribution to our society today and we are still nowhere near a reality in which each of us can live as we want. Free from discrimination, free from hate. I am so glad that the show is going into another production. love love love u guys <3 Greetings from Berlin

[sophiaswiftie]

This show is just so amazing and ahhh I'm missing it. I'm so glad I started watching it last year because there is no other show that will make me laugh so much just as Will and Grace. This cast is amazing 💕💕💕💕💕❤️❤️❤️

[mj]

Looking through the Will and Grace character list on IMDB, I’ve noticed that, sadly, many of the guest characters have passed away. Some very famous and some never heard of before.

[tomkoln]

what bothered me unfortunately was the impression that the questions were longer than the answers.

[tjmcjunkinful]

Karen you will always be my favorite! Luv you hun 💕💕💕

[melanierawlings]

I've got to say, how tickled I was to see my friend MM ( They are all my real friends ❤) detach her mic to embrace a fan who got choked up with heartfelt excitement...and really disappointed to hear DM saying in the background " we ll have to hug everyone now" 😮 noo..
That aside, what an ensemble 👏 thanks for years of laughs & memories

[JoannaGalacticTutor]

The writing on this show was unmatched to any other comedy - bravo very connective and a hard equation to get right with the characters 🎉

[mj]

I think that was ALWAYS a big PROBLEM, and it is illustrated perfectly here… I’m nearly half way in, and finally they are just now speaking to her! She carried the show with her character and she always get ignored for her amazing work.

[Wandafully_Wanda]

I felt like they should've brought the kids back, dating. They can call each other nicknames which is why the parents don't realize who they really are. Then the fabulous foursome could reunite when Wills son has a surprise engagement party and proposes to Grace's daughter. It would've left room for amazing adventures of them planning a wedding together that they could never have.

[helenfong]

Kevin Bacon was a great guest star! Jack stalked him! I LOVE the scene where KB & Will dance to the music from Footloose!!! I was not too crazy about the reboot. I think the original W & G was about 20ish episodes per season. Where the reboot seasons are shorter. I'm surprised the reboot lasted as long as it did.

[MaiToi]

I just love them…❤ I watch both runs over and over again…

[psychguy]

Shocked to find out Cress Williams was the fifth cast member that got cut in rehearsals.

[rcchi]

I only made it through the the 15 minute mark b/c the Interviewer doesn't know how to ask a simple question without rephrasing it 3 times before allowing anyone to answer!! This is a comedy show with comedic actors, writers and an Iconic director! How hard would it have been to be at minimal, half assed prepared?... OK, "maybe" I'm a little cranky this morning?LOL.

[mj]

Hearing the good news of the more shows being ordered and another season renewal was very sad now watching this years later.

[bushcake]

Sad they never did a live recording. I was hoping for a few