Simon Rex: I Knew I Was Fired From 'What I Like About You'

Simon Rex recently shared insights into his departure from the WB sitcom 'What I Like About You,' over 20 years after its premiere. He recounted receiving a phone call during a family visit in North Carolina or Virginia, where he was informed his role would be reduced. Rex immediately understood this meant he was being written off the show entirely.

Rex, who initially collaborated with costars Amanda Bynes and Jennie Garth during the first season, was absent thereafter. He speculated that the producers intended to rotate male guest stars each season for his character, Jeff. Despite this, Rex expressed satisfaction with his one-year tenure, having held a development deal with the WB network.

Now, with 'What I Like About You' available on Netflix, Rex has revisited the series. He expressed pride in the show, finding it still funny and wholesome after not seeing it for two decades. When asked about a potential reunion, Rex stated he was unaware of any plans but acknowledged that its streaming availability might spark renewed interest.

Rex is currently promoting his new independent film, 'Operation Taco Gary's.' In the movie, he portrays a conspiracy theorist alongside Dustin Milligan, who plays his grounded scientist brother, embarking on a road trip that unravels into a global conspiracy. Rex hopes the film revives the style of comedy movies that are less frequently produced today, a sentiment that resonated with him upon reading the script.