Comics Continuum further describes Joe Butler's role in the season opener airing June 16th. Also, it reports that there is still no word yet from TNT if the second season will extend beyond six episodes. That's where production was halted as Yancy Butler voluntarily admitted herself to a rehabilitation center for alcohol treatment. [As reported by Comics Continuum, since Variety requires a subscription-->] "Using unnamed 'insiders close to the show,' Variety has reported that the producers intend to go back into production in the next few weeks, upon a hopefully successful completion of Butler's treatment. While those same insiders said the producers and network plan to stick with Butler if at all possible, they have put feelers out for a replacement."

I certainly hope it doesn't come down to being a recast situation. It's Yancy's Butler's portrayal of Sara Pezzini that makes the show click, at least for me.

Additionally the Comics Continuum report for May 24th also includes 8 newly released promo photos of Yancy Butler and 3 of Will Yun Lee (Danny). I must say the pictures of Will look hot. *eg*

AND there are screen captures of the upcoming Witchblade the Game video game, which will go live in June on www.tnt.tv. The game was created by WildTangent and incorporates the spirit of the show while delivering a great game experience. According to CC "Witchblade: The Game takes its user through a hunt for villains, the discovery of puzzling clues and the rescue of Sara's partner. To help Sara overcome challenges at each level, the Witchblade provides her with clairvoyant flashes, a gauntlet for defense moves and a blade for combat."


Schnee debriefed at 8:07 AM

Comics Continnum reports filming of Witchblade has been temporarily shut down while Yancy Butler has voluntarily checked herself into a rehabilitation center for alcohol treatment. So far, six of the thirteen episodes are 'in the can.' The new season will premiere on June 16th as scheduled.


The pressures of filming are greatest on the star of a series, who must carry the bulk of the scenes, learning dialogue and blocking out action scenes. This involves long hour days (many 12 hours+) doing the actual filming and preparing for upcoming scenes. Not to mention the extra work necessary to get materials ready for promoting the upcoming new season. And Yancy Butler has been reported on several occasions as having a strong work ethic and someone who is a great pleasure to work with. However, with such pressures, alcohol can become a crutch to wind down after an adrenaline filled day. I'm glad to see that when she saw her use of alcohol had become a problem, she sought help. There have been so many others that have been destroyed by addiction when the adage 'the show must go on' prevailed over the actor's personal needs.
Schnee debriefed at 7:36 AM

Cinescape has another version of previously seen intel in their May 16th story about Season Two of Witchblade.

Also, Conrad Dunn (aka George Jenesky) will reprise his role as Gallo in Season 2. Checking IMDB, it appears more recently he is using his birth name of Conrad Dunn, while viewers familiar with Days of Our Lives from the late 1980s to 1990 may recall 'George Jenesky' playing Nick Corelli on the daytime drama. If one were to go back even further, you may recall seeing him in such movies as Stripes (1981) and Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986).
Schnee debriefed at 7:51 AM