“DEMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!! You are so sweet. I am so happy you came to play with us! You are now officially part of the family,” gushes Debra Messing, who knows something about TV families. Messing is writing to pop star and actress Demi Lovato, who is playing a role on Will & Grace this season. For Lovato, her fans, and for old school Will & Grace lovers alike the guest star is just what the doctor ordered.
It’s hard to think of a TV family that’s closer than the groundbreaking cast of Will & Grace — so close that they’ve been able to resurrect the show years after its prime and just slide right into the culture again.
Will & Grace, of course, had a major impact on American culture during its initial run, with many critics crediting the show for helping Americans see gay relationships in a fresh new light.
Lovato, who has seen her share of the typical troubles that come with young stardom, seems immensely happy to be with this outstanding and highly professional cast of actors. She fits right in and hasn’t looked as joyful as this in a while. Even comic legend Will Ferrell making her a birthday cake didn’t make Lovato as happy as she looks next to Sean Hayes!
As Lovato herself wrote of the Will & Grace experience: They’re the dream team 🙌🏼 honored to be a part of this cast. Last night was amazing and I can’t wait to return for more!!!”
