The reboot of “The Golden Girls” is moving forward with casting decisions, having filled the roles for Rose, Blanche, and Sophia. However, finding the perfect Dorothy has proven challenging for the producers.
Casting director Joe Barron is adamant about not succumbing to “woke culture” and casting based solely on name recognition. He has ruled out Whoopi Goldberg, citing her as “toxic on any set.”
The character of Dorothy requires someone who can portray a blend of brazenness and likability, as the audience needs to connect with her for the show to succeed.
Considerations for the role of Dorothy include actresses like Roseanne Barr or Patricia Heaton.
While the casting choices for Rose and Blanche include Bette Midler and Jane Fonda respectively, the producers are aiming to introduce political diversity by casting Kevin Sorbo as a non-binary Sophia.
