Overview

• Walter told People she is willing to revive the 1998 hit only if original writer-director Nancy Meyers returns to craft the script
• She stressed that any sequel must thoughtfully incorporate the 2009 loss of Natasha Richardson to preserve the film’s emotional heart
• Dennis Quaid has publicly doubted the feasibility of a reboot without Richardson, a concern Walter said she fully appreciates
• Walter and fellow cast member Elaine Hendrix have remained close, hosting virtual screenings that highlight enduring fan enthusiasm
• The 1998 remake marked Nancy Meyers’s directorial debut and propelled Lindsay Lohan to stardom, underscoring the film’s lasting legacy