“The Shameless Star’s Surprising Reunion: Emma Kenney Reconnects with Steve Howey”
**Emma Kenny Calls Steve Howey “Shameless” After Booking “Happy Place” Role**
Emma Kenny, the star of NBC’s new sitcom “Happy Place,” has spoken about the support and advice she received from her “Shameless” co-star Steve Howey after booking the role.
In an exclusive interview with US Weekly, Kenny, 25, revealed that she called Howey, 47, for advice after being cast as Reba McEntire’s daughter in the new sitcom. Howey, who worked with McEntire on the sitcom “Reba,” had nothing but positive things to say about the country superstar.
“I’m happy to be a part of ‘Happy Place’ and working with Reba,” Kenny said. “I worked with Steve Howey for a long time, and he worked with Reba for a long time. So, I called him. He has nothing but amazing things to say about her, and he’s not wrong.”
Kenny, who played the role of Gracie in “Happy Place,” had a great time working with McEntire, who is known for her kind and generous energy.
“She has a kind, generous, and warm energy, which is very special when you join an already established cast,” Kenny noted. “So, I’m lucky to have that.”
Kenny would love to reunite with her former “Shameless” co-stars, including Howey, and even hinted at a possible on-screen reunion with him and McEntire.
“I would love to be back on set with Steve,” she gushed. “He’s one of my favorite people and the funniest. He’s definitely an uncle to me. I’d love to do a scene with him and Reba. Honestly, it would be so much fun.”
**FAQ**
Q: Who is Emma Kenny?
A: Emma Kenny is an American actress who is best known for her role as Deirdre “Debbie” Gallagher in the Showtime series “Shameless.”
Q: Who is Steve Howey?
A: Steve Howey is an American actor who is best known for his role as Kevin “Kev” Ball in the Showtime series “Shameless.”
Q: What is “Happy Place”?
A: “Happy Place” is a new sitcom that premiered on NBC on January 10. The show stars Reba McEntire as a woman who returns to her hometown and starts a new life.
Q: Who does Emma Kenny play in “Happy Place”?
A: Emma Kenny plays the role of Gracie, the daughter of Reba McEntire’s character.
**Conclusion**
Emma Kenny’s experience working with Reba McEntire on “Happy Place” has been a positive one, thanks in part to the advice and support she received from her “Shameless” co-star Steve Howey. Kenny would love to reunite with her former co-stars and even hinted at a possible on-screen reunion with Howey and McEntire. With “Happy Place” airing on NBC, fans of the show can look forward to seeing more of Kenny’s character, Gracie, in the coming weeks.
