Felicity Huffman is clawing her way back to the top! The actress just landed a role on the highly-anticipated revival of Criminal Minds: Evolution, marking a major comeback after her career took a hit in the college admissions scandal.
From Desperate Housewife to Criminal Minds Consultant
Remember endearing Lynette Scavo on Desperate Housewives? Well, Huffman’s trading Wisteria Lane for the dark and twisted world of Criminal Minds. This time around, she’ll be portraying Dr. Jill Gideon, the brilliant ex-wife of the iconic FBI profiler, Jason Gideon (originally played by Mandy Patinkin).
A Family Affair (But Not the Hallmark Kind)
Things get personal for Jill when the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) seeks her help on a puzzling case involving a murderous conspiracy theory. There’s just one hitch: Jill has a complicated history with some of the BAU team members, particularly David Rossi (Joe Mantegna). Looks like therapy sessions might be needed alongside solving crimes!
Second Chances and Redemption
This role is a significant step forward for Huffman. Let’s not forget, she took a four-year hiatus from acting after her involvement in the college admissions scandal. She served jail time and faced public backlash, but it seems Hollywood is giving her another shot.
The Road to Redemption Wasn’t Easy
Huffman’s return to television hasn’t been smooth sailing. Last year, she appeared in the backdoor pilot for The Good Lawyer, a spinoff of The Good Doctor. Unfortunately, the series wasn’t picked up. But Huffman persevered, taking on a role in a U.K. stage play earlier this year.
Sharing the Screen with Familiar Faces
Now, she’s joining forces with a legendary cast on Criminal Minds: Evolution. Expect to see her alongside fan favorites like Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, and Kirsten Vangsness.
Will This Be Her Big Break-Back?
Only time will tell if Criminal Minds: Evolution will be Huffman’s official Hollywood redemption. But one thing’s for sure: she’s determined to reclaim her place in the spotlight. We’ll be watching closely to see if this is her big comeback role!
