Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Jesse Metcalfe Unaware of 'Desperate Housewives' Set Drama
Actor Jesse Metcalfe, who played the gardener on 'Desperate Housewives,' said he didn't know about any problems between the main actresses on set.
He was just happy to have a job.
The show was a big break for him.
There were reports of tension and even a lawsuit, but Metcalfe wasn't aware of it.
A new show inspired by 'Desperate Housewives' is also in the works.
Jesse Metcalfe, who played John Rowland in 'Desperate Housewives,' was unaware of on-set drama.
Metcalfe stated he was 'oblivious' to the reported friction between the lead actresses.
The actor was grateful for his role and focused on his career breakthrough.
Reports of conflict included a lawsuit by Nicollette Sheridan against ABC and show creator Marc Cherry.
A 'Desperate Housewives' inspired project, 'Wisteria Lane,' is in development by Kerry Washington.
- Who
- Jesse Metcalfe
- What
- Jesse Metcalfe discussed his experience on 'Desperate Housewives' and his obliviousness to on-set drama.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- On the set of Desperate Housewives.
- Why
- To reflect on his experience on the show.
Actors
Production
Awareness of Drama
Actors
The cast members were experiencing on-set drama.
Production
Jesse Metcalfe was unaware of the conflicts.
- Actor
- Jesse Metcalfe
- Show
- Desperate Housewives
- Metcalfe's Role
- John Rowland
- Main Actresses
- Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross, Eva Longoria, Nicollette Sheridan
- Lawsuit
- Nicollette Sheridan vs ABC and Marc Cherry
- Inspired Project
- Wisteria Lane