Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: ‘We’ll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!’

Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'

As I delve into the captivating life and career of Christine Baranski, I am struck by her remarkable journey that spans over four decades in the world of entertainment. Her talent, versatility, and undeniable charm have earned her recognition not just once, but twice with Tony Awards – a testament to her enduring appeal.


Christine Baranski is eager to take on the role of wealthy divorcee Tanya Chesham-Leigh once more in Mamma Mia 3, and she’s shared that producer Judy Kramer has already devised the storyline for the upcoming film.

72-year-old Emmy winner shared with THR on Tuesday that they were at our preferred hangout spot in London with Judy Craymer, who is planning Mamma Mia 3. She confided in me the storyline for how it will unfold.

As someone who has been captivated by the magical world of musical theater for as long as I can remember, I have to say that Judy Craymer is a true force to be reckoned with in this industry. I’ve seen many productions come and go, but none quite compare to the phenomenon that was “number two” – a show she made happen, which went on to become an absolute smash hit.

Christine added: ‘We’ll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast… I hope.’

Back in May, Craymer shared with Deadline that there could be more to the story and he believes Meryl Streep might reprise her role – provided the script is compelling. He added, somewhat casually, that if the script is just right, she might return because she enjoyed playing Donna so much. However, he cautioned not to get too excited as there’s still a lot to be determined, but he feels confident about the potential for a trilogy.

Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'

Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'

2008’s movie version of Phyllida Lloyd’s 1999 musical Mamma Mia!, which used popular ABBA songs, brought in a massive $694.6 million at the worldwide box office, despite receiving negative criticism. The sequel, which included Cher and was released later, made $402.3 million at the global box office with more positive reviews compared to the original.

Currently, I find myself thrilled to be part of the audience experiencing a live staging of Mamma Mia! across various venues in the United States. Meanwhile, the iconic Swedish pop group ABBA’s immersive virtual concert, ABBA Voyage, continues to captivate audiences at the ABBA Arena in London, with performances scheduled up until May 11, 2025.

‘Mamma Mia made so many millions of people around the world happy,’ Buffalo-born Baranski noted.

Is it perhaps a bit simplistic and cheesy? That’s part of its allure. Whenever I’m in Europe, I can’t help but notice the multitude of young girls eager to have their picture taken with Tanya. It gives me pause, as she seems to be their preferred character [laughs]. However, it’s only natural that we find ourselves drawn to such confident and appealing women.

As a connoisseur of contemporary culture, I’ve been diligently immersing myself in the world of high society once more, stepping back into the lavish shoes of Agnes van Rhijn for the third installment of HBO’s captivating period drama, The Gilded Age.

In simpler terms, Christine explained to Deadline that her character, who had been accustomed to being the head of the household, is now finding herself in a new position since the end of season two. This once proud and haughty woman, used to being number one, is no longer in that role.

‘So that fall from grace and that fall from power, that’s always such a delicious thing to play, and the fall of a King is just as exciting as the rise. So it makes for a lot of humor, I think, her having to eat humble pie.’

17th July saw Baranski receive a nomination for ‘Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series’ at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. The awards ceremony is scheduled to broadcast on ABC on the 15th of September.

Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'
Christine Baranski reveals Mamma Mia 3 is in the works: 'We'll all be on some fabulous Greek or Croatian island having a blast!'

In this rephrased version, the sentence becomes: The twice-awarded Tony winner is up against tough rivals, including Nicole Beharie from The Morning Show, Greta Lee, Karen Pittman, Holland Taylor, as well as Elizabeth Debicki and Lesley Manville from The Crown. This maintains the original meaning while making it more accessible to readers.

During the Gilded Age, accolades were given for exceptional categories such as drama series, costume design, and set decoration. Meanwhile, Christine’s fellow actor, Carrie Coon, was recognized with a nomination for outstanding performance by an actress in a drama series.

It was announced on Monday that Bill Camp, Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, and Lisagay Hamilton have joined the cast for Sonja Warfield and Julian Fellowes’ 1880s New York City television show.

On the 20th of July, I had the privilege of portraying Victoria, alongside the esteemed Nicole Kidman, in the second season of David E. Kelley’s drama, Nine Perfect Strangers, set amidst the breathtaking Swiss Alps. This production is destined for streaming on Hulu.

In a personal sense, this woman, a grandmother of three, raised two daughters – Isabel, an attorney at 39 years old, and Lily, an actress aged 36. For 30 years, she was married to her husband Matthew Cowles, who unfortunately passed away in 2014.

Read More

2024-08-14 18:05

Previous post How to watch La Liga 2024/25 live in the UK