Catherine Zeta-Jones Eyes Danny DeVito for ‘Wednesday’ Role of Cousin Itt

Catherine Zeta-Jones, who portrays Morticia Addams in Netflix’s “Wednesday,” has expressed her enthusiasm for Danny DeVito potentially joining the cast. This sentiment emerged during the “Wednesday” For Your Consideration event held in Hollywood.

Catherine Zeta-Jones Advocates for Danny DeVito’s Role in “Wednesday”

Zeta-Jones highlighted her belief that DeVito would be an ideal fit for the character Cousin Itt. She mentioned her long-standing friendship between DeVito and her husband, Michael Douglas, during the event. This connection adds a personal touch to her suggestion.

Birthday Revelations

During a recent celebration, Zeta-Jones revealed to DeVito that he should consider a role in “Wednesday.” She remarked, “I don’t know how Danny DeVito hasn’t been cast already.” Her birthday coincides with Douglas’s, as they both celebrate on September 25.

Visions of Cousin Itt

When imagining DeVito’s portrayal of Cousin Itt, Zeta-Jones stated, “Imagine Danny DeVito as Cousin Itt? That’d be so cool.” She humorously addressed how he might react to her suggestion of wearing a hair-covered costume.

Lady Gaga’s Top-Secret Appearance

The discussion briefly shifted to the recent cameo of music icon Lady Gaga in the series. Zeta-Jones described the secrecy surrounding Gaga’s appearance, noting that she managed to keep it from both her husband and children.

• “It was top secret,” Zeta-Jones said.
• She expressed her excitement about Gaga, calling her a “generational talent.”
• Zeta-Jones felt like a “17-year-old groupie” when she met Gaga.

Looking Ahead to Season 3

As the cast prepares for Season 3, Zeta-Jones revealed that she has not yet seen any scripts. However, she hopes to explore the dynamics between Morticia and her mother, portrayed by Joanna Lumley.

“I hope that Wednesday snaps out of it next season,” she stated, reflecting on the character’s journey. Zeta-Jones is eager to see how the mother-daughter relationship will evolve.

The anticipation for Season 3 of “Wednesday” grows, with fans eager to see both the return of existing characters and the potential inclusion of new ones, such as Danny DeVito.