'And Just Like That...' Star David Eigenberg's Real-Life Hearing Loss Inspired His Character's Story, Writers Reveal

Photo: hbo maxWhileAnd Just Like That…character Steve Brady is partially deaf in the HBO Max series, actorDavid Eigenbergis also experiencing hearing loss in reality.Writers Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky recently explained that Steve has limited hearing, reflecting Eigenberg’s real-life experience.“When [showrunner] Michael Patrick [King] reconnected with David Eigenberg about the show, the very first thing that David said was, ‘I got hearing aids.’ It was literally what he led with,” Zuritsky toldVanity Fairabout the actor, who has also been on NBC’sChicago Firesince 2012.

'And Just Like That...' Star Ivan Hernandez on Kim Cattrall's 'SATC' Return: 'It's Something the Fans Wanted'

Photo:Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty, Dia Dipasupil/GettyNews ofKim Cattrall’sreturnto theSex and the Cityuniverse doesn’t just have fans buzzing — it’s also exciting for members of the cast ofAnd Just Like That….On Thursday, the original Samantha Jones herself confirmed she’d signed on for a season 2 cameo in the HBO spinoff. Ivan Hernandez, who plays Franklyn in the series, shared his excitement for Cattrall’s return with people.“I’m excited as well,” he told PEOPLE on the red carpet premiere for Netflix’sNever Have I Ever.

'And Just Like That...' Trailer: Carrie Has 'Moved on' to Aidan, Miranda Doubts Che and Charlotte Is Hammered

And just like that… Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) is transitioning out of of her widow era. In the trailer for theupcoming second seasonofAnd Just Like That…, Carrie is ready to start a new chapter in her life afterthe deathof her longtime love Mr. Big (Chris Noth). “You don’t move on because you’re ready to. You move on because you’ve outgrown who you used to be,” she says at the beginning of the clip.

'And Just Like That...': The Woman Who Inspired Lisa Todd Wexley on Her 'Flattering' Portrayal (Exclusive)

Crystal McCrary, Nicole Ari Parker as Lisa Todd Wexley, And Just Like That…Photo:John Nacion/Getty; Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max John Nacion/Getty; Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max Meet the woman who inspired the fabulous life ofAnd Just Like That…character Lisa Todd Wexley! “I do know that I certainly was an inspiration for LTW, and there are a lot of similarities,” McCrary says. “She’s a documentary filmmaker, three kids, her husband was running for mayor, all those check, check, check, check.

'And Just Like That…' Recap: Carrie Wonders If Big Was a Mistake and Samantha Makes an Unexpected Appearance

Photo:Craig Blankenhorn/Max Craig Blankenhorn/Max Warning: This post contains spoilers from the eighth episode of season 2 of Max’sAnd Just Like That… The newest episode ofAnd Just Like That…explored new beginnings that tapped into a generous dose of nostalgia. Having reunited with Aidan, Carrie tried to make up for lost time with her old flame, while Charlotte ran into a snag trying on a dress for her new gallery job. Miranda started a new job, and sparks flew between Anthony and his lone Hot Fellas hunk.