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Hugh Laurie Rejects 'House' Legacy, Fans React
4 Feb
Summary
- Hugh Laurie now avoids discussing his iconic Dr. House role.
- His staff declined a podcast offer, citing disinterest.
- Laurie is no longer interested in audience connection to the show.

Hugh Laurie, widely recognized for his portrayal of the acerbic Dr. Gregory House from 2004 to 2012, has reportedly moved past his iconic role. The acclaimed series earned him two Golden Globe awards and facilitated his career shift into diverse projects. However, Laurie appears disinclined to dwell on his past association with the character.
During a recent podcast, host Dr. Mikhail Varshavski shared that Laurie's team declined an invitation, stating the actor has no interest in such opportunities. According to the podcast, Laurie "is not interested in opportunities like this, frankly doesn't care about the audience or reliving the show."
This stance contrasts with actors like Noah Wyle, who maintained a connection to his "ER" character. Laurie's reported disinterest signals a clear boundary, suggesting he has definitively left the role behind.




