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‘Happy’s Place’ Star Melissa Peterman Wants Jean Smart to Play Gabby’s Mom & More Season 2 Hopes

  • Melissa Peterman, star of NBC's Happy's Place, discussed Season 2 hopes including casting Jean Smart as Gabby's mother during a recent interview.
  • Peterman began a campaign to have Emmy-winner Jean Smart join as Gabby's TV mom but said it remains uncertain if Gabby's parents will appear onscreen.
  • She reflected on Season 1's highlights, the show's teases about Gabby's backstory, and keeps a 'bible' of information to develop new character details.
  • Peterman shared that she learned Gabby’s parents are actually together, which was unexpected and thrilling for her, and she recalled Gabby expressing the idea that one can both deeply care for someone and simultaneously harbor strong negative feelings toward them.
  • Happy's Place Season 2 premiere date is TBA, and Peterman is eager to explore Gabby's story further and include guest stars, including Reba cast visits.
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‘Happy’s Place’ Star Melissa Peterman Wants Jean Smart to Play Gabby’s Mom & More Season 2 Hopes

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KULR-TV broke the news in Billings, United States on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
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