The Apple TV beloved hit Ted Lasso turned into a word-of-mouth cult hit right after its release in 2020. Featuring Jason Sudeikis in the upbeat titular role, the show spread the message of optimism even in times of hardship. Filled with other star-studded casts like Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple, the show eventually hit its end with season 3.
Following the end of Ted Lasso, there have been rumors of spin-off shows with a potential focus angle on the AFC Richmond Women’s Team. But unfortunately, Hannah Waddingham noted no official confirmation. Meanwhile, Juno Temple sparked hope among fans by addressing spin-off ideas while discussing what it was like to say goodbye to her Ted Lasso character Keeley.
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Juno Temple Was Glad to Bid Adieu to Her Ted Lasso Character
Appearing in the 2020 hit TV series Ted Lasso alongside Jason Sudeikis and Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple had a great filming experience. Playing the character of Keeley Jones in the Apple TV show, Temple embodied the role of a former model turned businesswoman. In the series, the actress’ character witnessed a major transformation after befriending Waddingham’s character Rebecca Welton.
Initially, as the show began, Juno Temple’s character Keeley Jones appeared as a bright soul who was a star footballer’s girlfriend. But eventually, it portrayed how her flame was getting dimmed by the stereotype of her relationship status, until her unlikely friendship with Rebecca Welton rekindled her inner brightness, all over again. Playing into this brilliant character development, Temple admitted to having a challenging experience.
But somehow, despite previously noting how her onscreen character “has been a ray of light” to her and “helped with my mental health,”, Juno Temple admitted that she was glad to bid goodbye to Keeley Jones. Speaking with Variety, the actress noted how she didn’t get enough time to let go of her Ted Lasso character, for she was hired to appear in the fifth season of Fargo, right after.
“I had to finish that job so quickly and then start “Fargo” so quickly that in a weird way, I’m actually quite grateful for the fact that I didn’t have a long window of goodbye with Keeley — because I’m obviously going to miss her.”
Following her conversation on how she had to bid goodbye to Keeley Jones, Juno Temple teased the idea of a potential spin-off.
Juno Temple Addressed Spin-off Ideas With Hannah Waddingham
Speaking with Variety, Juno Temple claimed that although her Ted Lasso character helped her immensely in her career growth as well as in her personal life, she was happy to move on. Praising her onscreen character, Temple claimed that she was blessed to have had the opportunity to embody such a lively personality.
“She was a really happy person to play, even though she had her complicated moments and went through a lot, too. She’s somebody who wants everybody to feel the best they can that day. That was a very precious character to have gotten to play for three years.”
Thereafter, Juno Temple was asked about her opinion on returning for a Ted Lasso spin-off that has been making rounds on social media for quite some time. Although Hannah Waddingham previously clarified via The Hollywood Reporter that “there’s been no word of a spinoff at all”, fans couldn’t let go of their hope. Meanwhile, Temple’s comments spurred further conversation about the spinoff series.
“Doing a spinoff, I feel nervous to do anything without it being the whole team, because we were such a team. But that being said, it is imperative that I find something to do with Hannah again at some point because I love that woman profoundly.”
Following the end of the season 3 finale, fans have been hoping for a potential spin-off series focusing on the AFC Richmond Women’s Team which Keeley proposed to Rebecca. This would indefinitely bring back Keeley and Rebecca together, and continue without Ted. But unfortunately, it’s all just unconfirmed reports and fans’ demands.
