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And Just Like Thatwas seen filming a potential funeral scene in July 2024 ahead of the upcomingAJLTseason 3, and I hope it’s a tribute to a beloved cast member. I couldn’t help but immediately wonder who theAJLTcast was mourning when I heard about it. There were rumors that it could be Steve, but I hope for everybody’s sake that Steve is still alive inAnd Just Like Thatseason 3. That said,it could be a tribute to one of the most iconicSex and the Citycharactersin the franchise’s history.
TheSex and the Cityreboothas bestowed much-needed resolution upon many relationships that needed fixing in the 20 years since theAJLTprequel. That said, the moment I am hoping for would be a remedy for something that has happened inSATClore since the new series came out. (And Just Like That…premiered in 2021.) While funerals are always a sad occurrence, the series has the opportunity to pay tribute to one of the cult series' most beloved characters and actors — someone who helped embed the series into the cultural lexicon — and I wonder if they took it.
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The AJLT Funeral Scene Spotted Filming In New York Could Be A Funeral For Stanford Blatch
The And Just Like That… Characters Were Sighted In All Black
Filming forAJLTseason 3 is officially underway, and the cast and crew of theSATCreboot have been spotted filming around Manhattan.In July 2024, theAJLTcast was spotted wearing all black, prompting many to assume that the characters could be attending a funeral in the upcoming season (viaElle). A photo of the cast included Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, Harry, Aidan, Anthony, Giuseppe, and Seema in their best black attire. Speculation about who could have been killed off includes Steve, Stanford, or — the unthinkable — Samantha Jones. All that said, I hope it’s a funeral for Stanford.
While it’s a nice idea that Stanford is living peacefully somewhere with a group of monks, I found the storyline kind of ridiculous for Stanford.
While it’s a nice idea that Stanford is living peacefully somewhere with a group of monks, I found the storyline kind of ridiculous for Stanford.I understand they wanted to allow Stanford to live on inSATClore, but I think it would be a more fitting tribute to allow Garson’s character to move on. It could be revealed that Stanford found out he was dying in Tokyo and, therefore, chose not to burden his friends with his death. Possible narratives highlight the ridiculousness of the season 2 premise; Stanford would have wanted a fabulous send-off.
The AJLT Funeral Could Be A Tribute To Stanford Blatch Actor Willie Garson
The And Just Like That… Characters Could Finally Be Saying Goodbye To Stanford Blatch
It would be sad for theSATCcast to say goodbye to Stanford Blatch, but it’s appropriatesince, in reality, they already have. Stanford Blatch actorWillie Garson died of pancreatic cancer at 57on June 22, 2025. It was just weeks beforeAnd Just Like That…debuted. I remember feeling devastated for the actor at a time when he could not have been more prevalent. The series dealt with Willie Garson’s death in the series after episodes 1, 2, and 3 by first having Stanford move to Japan, but a funeral is in order.
It’s reported that Stanford moved to Tokyo, Japan, inAnd Just Like That…season 1, episode 4, “Some of My Best Friends.”
While the series wasn’t mourning the loss of an actor in this instance, Mr. Big’s funeral set a precedent for how actors and characters could meaningfully move on from the series.And Just Like That…has taken on some memorable character deaths, including Bobby von Muffling, portrayed byOnly Murders in the Buildingactor Nathan Lane. While weddings used to be what brought theSATCcast together, sparking meaningful conversations and relationship milestones, the characters have gathered for funerals in the reboot. It’s warranted, consideringAJLTis about the evolution into a more mature stage of life.
How The Series Dealt With Willie Garson’s Death In AJLT Season 2
Stanford Blatch Became A Monk
Before Willie Garson’s death, Stanford and his spouse, Anthony Martino (wed inSex and the City 2), were having marital issues.When Garson died at the beginning ofAJLTseason 1, his character initially moved to Tokyoto manage the career of a TikTok star and wanted a divorce. Somewhat unbelievably, but to my delight, Carrie sparked a more intensive friendship with Anthony. The two have kept in close touch about the whereabouts of Stanford, a person they both love. It was believable that Stanford followed a rising star to Japan, like how he latched on to Marcus inSATC.
It’s reported that Stanford became a Shinto monk inAnd Just Like That…season 2, episode 10, “The Last Supper Part One: Appetizer.”
How they dealt with Garson’s death in theAJLTseason 2 endingdidn’t strike the right chord. Stanford sends Carrie a letter stating he has decided to live out his life with a group of Japanese monks. They send Garson off at this point, insinuating that Stanford found peace, buta proper funeral would be the best way to send off the actor. His time as a monk could have given him peace before his death, but it also didn’t really make sense. Stanford would never leave New York, so I’d say even his bold move to Tokyo was a stretch.
It makes sense Stanford could have had a moment of enlightenment. However, what they did inAJLTseason 2 by completely rewriting the Stanford character didn’t work. While, yes, Stanford often got caught up in things, that only explains his actions inAnd Just Like Thatsince Garson’s death by a stretch of the imagination. The character returning to NYC to be put to rest would be the most fitting send-off. TheSex and the Citycast, as well as the fans, deserve a moment to grieve Willie Garson authentically. I hope I see that inAJLTseason 3.
And Just Like That…
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And Just Like That is a continuation of the beloved franchise Sex and the City, chronicling the experiences of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte as they transition from the complexities of life and friendships in their 30s to those in their 50s.
