In the second season of Wednesday, Grandmother Hester Frump, played by Joanna Lumley, is poised to make a significant entrance. Interestingly, it was not initially planned for her character to have such a prominent role in the upcoming season as she does now.
Reflecting on our recent conversation with Gareth McLean for TopMob magazine, I can’t help but express my admiration for the exceptional talent that is Lumley. Her performance was nothing short of perfect and hilarious. With each line she delivered, she truly nailed it, making every moment a delight to watch.
In her own words, she mentioned that her character, Hester, turned out to be more significant than initially planned, which was delightful because the writers added numerous additional scenes for her.
In the spotlight for her performances in Absolutely Fabulous and later in series such as Amandaland and Fool Me Once, Lumley will next assume the challenging character of Morticia’s mother in the upcoming second season of Wednesday.
In the upcoming episodes, Hester will make quite an impression, not just with her well-coordinated outfits, but also through her subdued emotional expression. Particularly noticeable changes are expected in her hairstyle.
In a conversation about Hester’s hairstyle and makeup, Lumley commented: “It’s absolutely stunning! I’ve rarely encountered such intricate work, elegance, and grandeur. Wearing multiple towering wigs at once is quite an experience for me.
For some time now, specifics regarding Lumley’s part have been secret, however, she has now joined a cast that is already filled to capacity, undeniably headed by Jenna Ortega, who portrays the title role.
In addition to the fresh cast members for Wednesday, we have Billie Piper, Steve Buscemi, Lady Gaga, and Thandiwe Newton joining in. They’re all ready to add a unique brand of mystical charm to the upcoming season.
Previously, the co-creators Millar and Alfred Gough hinted that Hester, portrayed by Lumley, would present an unusual bond between mothers and daughters when it comes to Wednesday.
Gough shared with Netflix’s Tudum that “Wednesday and Hester have a wonderful relationship. Besides Fester, Grandmama might be the person Wednesday feels closest to and has the strongest bond with.
Wednesday could potentially utilize Hester as a tool against her mother, creating an intriguing dynamic among family members.” The new version attempts to maintain the original meaning and tone while using more natural language.
In the upcoming season of Wednesday, the focus will shift towards the enigmatic persona of Miss Ortega as she re-enters Nevermore Academy with a determination to unravel secrets hidden within her school and the town that surrounds it.
According to Alfred Gough, the co-creator and showrunner of ‘Wednesday’, the psychic visions will alter this season, as per his statement to Tudum.
During her summer break, she honed her psychic skills, but later encountered trouble that forced her back to Nevermore. Throughout the season, her psychic abilities malfunctioned, and she faced a difficult journey to regain her powers.
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2025-07-28 23:37