Ray Romano discusses rumors about an Everybody Loves Raymond reboot
Ray Romano dismisses the possibility of an Everybody Loves Raymond reboot, expressing his reluctance towards revisiting the beloved sitcom
Ray Romano, known for his role in the popular sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond, has put an end to speculation about a potential reboot. It's a common trend for classic TV shows to be brought back with the original cast reprising their iconic roles.
From animated series like King of the Hill to beloved comedies like Fraiser, popular shows have a chance of being rebooted for a new generation. However, not everyone is on board with the idea, as evidenced by Ray Romano, the star of Everybody Loves Raymond, who has shut down any potential for a reboot.
Romano doesn’t want Everybody Loves Raymond to be rebooted
During an appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher, Romano publicly addressed the idea of rebooting Everybody Loves Raymond and completely shut it down.
"Unfortunately, a reboot is no longer possible since our parents, Peter Boyle and Doris Roberts, are no longer with us," Romano stated. "Boyle passed away shortly after the show ended in 2006, and Roberts tragically passed away in 2016."
Romano expressed his belief that reboots are never up to par, stating, "We want to preserve our legacy as it is." He also explained, "The rest of the cast was eager to continue, but both Phil Rosenthal and I, as the showrunners, felt that ending it in Season 8 was the right decision. We just knew it was time."
The sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond aired for nine seasons from September 13, 1996, to May 16, 2005. During its decade-long run, the show received numerous awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series and multiple Emmy wins for the cast. For additional TV and movie coverage, visit Dexerto.
Editor's P/S
As a hard fan of Everybody Loves Raymond, I'm torn about the idea of a reboot. On the one hand, I would love to see the Barone family back together again and catch up on their lives. On the other hand, I understand Ray Romano's concerns about preserving the show's legacy and not wanting to tarnish it with a subpar reboot.
I agree with Romano that the loss of Peter Boyle and Doris Roberts makes a reboot impossible. Their characters, Frank and Marie Barone, were integral to the show's success, and it would be difficult to imagine the show without them. Additionally, I think Romano is right that the show ended at the right time. The final season wrapped up the storylines nicely, and I don't think there's anything more that needs to be said.
