Scott Bakula Addresses ‘Quantum Leap’ Reboot Involvement Speculation, Says It Was “Very Difficult Decision” To Pass On New Series
deadline.comScott Bakula is setting the record straight on why he is not involved in NBC’s Quantum Leap reboot and shuts down any speculation that he may reprise his role on the sequel, which premieres this coming Monday, Sept.
19.“I have no connection with the new show, either in front of the camera or behind it,” Bakula wrote in a social media post next to a boxing scene photo from the original series that gives out a “ready for a fight” vibe.
He said that he was presented with the pilot script and passed on getting involved.There has been confusion over possible Bakula involvement in the reboot, which is headlined by Raymond Lee.
When the pilot pickup was announced in January, sources revealed that Bakula was not attached to reprise his role or produce but was aware of the reboot, produced by Universal Television, and has had conversations about potentially getting involved.
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