Sarah Jessica Parker Reveals Fun BTS Details on Andy Cohen’s And Just Like That… Cameo
During a Q&A in Amagansett Sarah Jessica Parker reveals how her best friend Andy Cohen landed the nostalgic role of Daniel the shoe salesman in And Just Like That… and why they did “a lot of takes” offering a fun behind the scenes glimpse into their on set chemistry .
Sarah Jessica Parker recently treated fans to a heartwarming behind the scenes story about her longtime friend Andy Cohen’s cameo in season 3 of And Just Like That… The actress explained how Cohen came to reprise a playful role from Sex and the City and why his scene ended up requiring more takes than anyone expected .
How the Cameo Came to Be
During a Q&A hosted by Threads at il Buco al Mare in Amagansett New York on August 11 Parker explained the origins of Cohen’s guest appearance . Series co creator Michael Patrick King floated the idea of casting Cohen as a shoe salesman . Parker immediately loved the suggestion and King quickly called Cohen with the offer. Cohen a devoted fan and close friend of Parker’s didn’t hesitate he said yes on the spot .
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A Trip Down Memory Lane
The cameo was more than just a fun surprise it was a nod to Sex and the City’s past . More than 20 years ago in season 6 Cohen had played an unnamed shoe salesman a quirky role that fans may remember even if briefly . In And Just Like That… that character re emerges as Daniel now working at Bergdorf’s .
Cohen himself leaned into the nostalgia posting a tongue in cheek message on Instagram . He thanked King for reviving what he jokingly called the “BELOVED character of Barney’s Shoe Salesman … who is now a Bergdorf’s Shoe salesman named DANIEL” The playful post delighted fans and added another layer of meta humor to his return .
Early Morning Shoots and Enthusiasm
Parker recalled that filming the scene took place “really really really early in the morning” Despite the hour Cohen showed up brimming with excitement . That enthusiasm she noted may have contributed to the multiple takes required . Parker described the process as both fun and endearing calling his energy “adorable” and emphasizing how thrilled he was to be part of the project .
The Takes That Kept Coming
While Parker remembered the shoot as a lighthearted experience Cohen later confessed that the scene wasn’t as easy as it looked . On his SiriusXM show he admitted he struggled with the blocking and delivery of his line which at first read “Oh hey Carrie I’ll be with you in a sec” .
After several attempts King revised the line to “Hey Carrie I’m slammed I’ll be with you in a minute” But even that came off too forceful . King reminded Cohen that the scene was important for Carrie’s story arc and jokingly suggested the episode might as well have been titled “Daniel’s Busiest Day” .
Parker also stepped in with gentle guidance on timing and line placement . Cohen poked fun at himself afterward laughing that he was “just a disaster” while Parker teased that “it was the best they could get” The end result though was a moment that fans loved precisely because of its charm and imperfection .
Final Takeaways
- Nostalgic nod Cohen’s appearance linked And Just Like That… to Sex and the City delighting long time viewers .
- An immediate yes When Michael Patrick King and Parker asked Cohen didn’t hesitate .
- Early call big energy Despite filming at the crack of dawn Cohen brought boundless excitement .
- Behind the scenes laughs His self admitted struggles with timing and blocking made the cameo memorable for cast and crew alike .
A Friendship in Focus
Beyond the humor this behind the scenes moment highlights the genuine bond between Parker and Cohen . Their friendship translated into a cameo that wasn’t just a wink to the past but also a reflection of the joy they share working together .
In the end what could have been a quick throwaway scene became a buzzworthy highlight proof that sometimes the smallest roles make the biggest impact .