Jamie Lee Curtis slams all The Bear spin-off rumours, details revealed

Jamie Lee Curtis has spoken clearly about her role in The Bear and addressed the growing rumors about a possible spin-off. While fans have speculated about a new series focusing on her character, Donna, Curtis has directly dismissed these ideas. According to Variety,

Curtis said, “Never, never,” when asked about any chance of a spin-off based on Donna.

Curtis, who plays Donna Berzatto in The Bear, attended the Las Culturistas Culture Awards in Los Angeles, where she shared updates on her latest projects. She spoke about her reunion with Lindsay Lohan for Freakier Friday, her Emmy nomination for The Bear, and the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Curtis was also nominated for her second Emmy for her work in season 2. She had won in the previous year and expressed happiness about her involvement in the show. Despite her appreciation for the series, Curtis has made it clear that she will not be part of any spin-off series. The news comes as the show moves towards its fifth season, with the storyline changing after the season 4 finale.

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Jamie Lee Curtis confirms there will be no Donna spin-off

Curtis directly addressed rumors about a potential spin-off during her interview with Variety. She dismissed the idea when asked if Donna would get her own show. This ended weeks of fan speculation about whether the show’s producers would explore more of Donna’s story.

According to Variety, Curtis praised the show’s writing and ensemble nature, stating,

“It’s just beautiful. It’s a beautiful show and I’m thrilled to be a part of it. I love it.”

Curtis also explained that she was a fan of The Bear before joining the cast. She said,

“I was a fan from the beginning and so I just love the stories they tell and the characters they create.”

Curtis first appeared in season 2 of The Bear and quickly became one of the standout guest stars. She plays Donna Berzatto, mother of the main character Carmy. Her performance earned her an Emmy nomination last year, which she won, and another nomination this year for her return in season 3.

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Curtis discusses her experience working on The Bear

Curtis spoke positively about working on The Bear, calling it a meaningful experience. During the Las Culturistas Culture Awards, she reflected on her involvement in the series and described it as a rewarding role. Curtis said,

“I can’t believe it. It’s just beautiful.”

According to Variety, Curtis appreciated the creative environment of the show. She mentioned her respect for the creators and her connection to the storyline. Her comments also highlighted the close-knit nature of the cast and crew behind The Bear. Despite the recognition and awards, Curtis remains firm about not continuing the story through a spin-off.

The role of Donna Berzatto allowed Curtis to play a complex character within a widely popular show. Her work on the show has been praised by both audiences and critics. According to Variety, she remains a key presence in award seasons due to this performance.

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Jamie Lee Curtis also shares updates on other projects

In addition to The Bear, Curtis discussed other current projects. She shared updates about Freakier Friday, the sequel to 2003’s Freaky Friday, where she reunites with Lindsay Lohan. According to Variety,

“She has taught me so much,” she said while speaking about working with Lohan again.

Curtis also commented on the recent announcement of The Late Show's cancellation. She said,

“It’s bad,” referring to the news that Stephen Colbert’s show would end.

Curtis revealed she is scheduled to appear on Colbert’s show soon. She added,

“I’m excited that I will get to be on his show in about two weeks. I’ve never been on his show. I really like him. He’s smart and funny and a lovely human. It’s awful.”

Curtis’s comments covered a range of topics, but her stance on The Bear spin-off was clear. She will remain part of the main series but has no interest in leading a separate storyline focused on Donna.

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Jamie Lee Curtis spoke highly of her experience on the show and expressed joy about her Emmy nomination. She also shared updates on Freakier Friday and discussed the end of The Late Show. Curtis remains a key figure in The Bear but ruled out any continuation of Donna’s story beyond the main series.