Roger Bart reflected on his time playing George Williams on Desperate Housewives during an exclusive interview at the 2024 Tony Awards Meet the Nominees event. Despite initially fearing that his career might be over after the role, he now cherishes the experience and acknowledges its impact on his journey as an actor.
Describing George Williams as a complex and dark character who became a love interest of Bree Van de Kamp (played by Marcia Cross), Bart recalled the immense attention the show received during its peak. He fondly remembered a moment in an airport where he received significant praise for his role, highlighting the show’s widespread popularity.
When Bart first landed the role, he had no idea of the character’s trajectory. Initially believing he was playing a regular pharmacist, he was later informed by the show’s creator, Marc Cherry, about George’s darker future as a sociopathic stalker. Despite the unexpected turn, Bart found the role immensely enjoyable and embraced the unique situations it presented.
Reflecting on his character’s demise on the show, Bart shared a humorous anecdote from an appearance on The View, where the hosts directly asked him about his character’s fate, to which he humorously responded, “Yes, I am [dead].”
Regarding the possibility of a Desperate Housewives revival, Bart expressed optimism, suggesting that the cast might be open to the idea. The prospect of reuniting with the cast members is exciting for both him and the fans of the show.
Despite his success on Desperate Housewives, Bart’s career continued to flourish, and he is currently nominated for his performance as Doc Brown in Back to the Future: The Musical. As the 2024 Tony Awards approach, Bart remains grateful for his diverse experiences in the entertainment industry.
