The Official Michael Rosenbaum Thread

[Super_Ludacris]

Rosenbaum has been so saying for something like 2 to 3 years that he would be finish with the show when his contract runs out after Season 7. So its really not a suprise at all.

 

[The Caped Knight]

So far this season Rosenbaum's best episode is "Descent", if this is truly Rosenbaum's last season . He sure went out with a bang in that episode .

 

[smsvmos]

You Guys Should Go Check The Interview That Superman Homepage Did To Michael. It Was Good And Basicly He Says That He Is Not Coming Back For Season 8 And That His Last Episode Of Smallville Was The Season Finale Of Season 7. So Thats It For Michael Im So Sad

 

[Prison Mike]

So I guess Michael is really not coming back for an episode or two for season 8. He's really leaving for good. It makes sense though because if he were to come back for an episode or two, his hair wouldn't grow back for like 3 months. Then he wouldn't be able to do other work. Now it's starting to sink in and both Lex and Lionel are really gone. No more Luthors.

 

[TWistim]

So I guess Michael is really not coming back for an episode or two for season 8. He's really leaving for good. It makes sense though because if he were to come back for an episode or two, his hair wouldn't grow back for like 3 months. Then he wouldn't be able to do other work. Now it's starting to sink in and both Lex and Lionel are really gone. No more Luthors.

That door is not completely closed. He won't be a regular (not under contract for x number of episodes as they had hoped) but it doesn't mean he couldn't return for a 1-2 episode arc. The way they worded their announcement seems to say they have not ruled that possibility out.

"While Michael won’t be a series regular and we won’t have the pleasure of working with him on a weekly basis this fall, we like to think that we haven’t seen the last of Lex Luthor. Stay tuned."

Source: K-site

 

[The Caped Knight]

He Better be their in the series finale at least .

 

[Prison Mike]

That door is not completely closed. He won't be a regular (not under contract for x number of episodes as they had hoped) but it doesn't mean he couldn't return for a 1-2 episode arc. The way they worded their announcement seems to say they have not ruled that possibility out.



Source: K-site

But in the interview with supermanhomepage he pretty much said he won't be coming back. He doesn't want to shave his head for only 1 or 2 episodes and then wait for his hair to grow back 3 months later. I think he's really gone, as in, he won't be returning at all.

 

[TWistim]

But in the interview with supermanhomepage he pretty much said he won't be coming back. He doesn't want to shave his head for only 1 or 2 episodes and then wait for his hair to grow back 3 months later. I think he's really gone, as in, he won't be returning at all.

He did sound pretty final but in Hollywood no doesn't always mean no. I guess a lot will depend on if his scripts get sold and if he is keeping busy.

 

[Prison Mike]

also, if he wants to shave his head again and could wait 3 months for it to grow back.

 

[Bruce_Wayne29]

He always could use the wig...

 

[triplet]

He always could use the wig...

The thing is, whenever he's worn a wig it's looked like one in a big way.

It's not a good solution and he's tired of shaving his head.

I don't think he'll do it unless he finds himself with absolutely no prospects for work come the fall, then he will probably consider it.

 

[Bruce_Wayne29]

There's another possibility, unlikely but still possible. That they could have filmed a few scenes to be used exclusively in season 8, before he wrapped up. Thus the whole "we have not seen the last of Lex Luthor yet" comment.

 

[mellyM]

also, if he wants to shave his head again and could wait 3 months for it to grow back.

I don't see where not having hair was some big hindrance for him, he'd have some nice fuzz going in a week or two, its not like he was playing Samson or something.

 

[Mikelus]

^ How sensitive from your part, if Michael feels that way is understandable, seven years of doing the same thing gets tiring at the end. He will be missed, but the show goes on, we'll see how they do without him, is not easy task.

 

[Prison Mike]

I don't see where not having hair was some big hindrance for him, he'd have some nice fuzz going in a week or two, its not like he was playing Samson or something.

it would be a big hindrance if he either has his own show or is going out to audition for other tv shows or movies.

 

[triplet]

There's another possibility, unlikely but still possible. That they could have filmed a few scenes to be used exclusively in season 8, before he wrapped up. Thus the whole "we have not seen the last of Lex Luthor yet" comment.

I'm thinking he had done that....

But I guess we'll see.

 

[triplet]

I don't see where not having hair was some big hindrance for him, he'd have some nice fuzz going in a week or two, its not like he was playing Samson or something.

Actually, I think he's said in interviews that casting directors have told him explicitely that they'd work with him once he grows his hair back in, which takes months to get to any sort of workable length...

 

[mellyM]

Actually, I think he's said in interviews that casting directors have told him explicitely that they'd work with him once he grows his hair back in, which takes months to get to any sort of workable length...

yeah, i don't know if I believe him.

 

[triplet]

yeah, i don't know if I believe him.

Yeah?

Well, I guess you'd have to take his word for it.

Although, you probably have a point too.

I mean, if he were a desirable enough commodity his short hair shouldn't make any difference, right?

Things to think on.

 

[Prison Mike]

He'll only come back if he doesn't find other work I think. He's over Smallville.

 

[RakuMon]

Hurm.

Ausiello has some cryptic news about Michael Rosenbaum.

http://ausiellofiles.ew.com/2008/11...use,'+'Supernatural,'+'CSI:+Miami,'+and+More!

Question: At the end of "Bride" episode of Smallville we see someone I'm presuming is Lex. Will Michael Rosenbaum be making his return to Smallville anytime soon? -- Gilles
Ausiello: Okay, I have to choose my words carefully here: There is no deal…currently in place…for Michael Rosenbaum to…return...to Smallville.

 

[triplet]

Hurm.

Ausiello has some cryptic news about Michael Rosenbaum.

http://ausiellofiles.ew.com/2008/11...use,'+'Supernatural,'+'CSI:+Miami,'+and+More!

Question: At the end of "Bride" episode of Smallville we see someone I'm presuming is Lex. Will Michael Rosenbaum be making his return to Smallville anytime soon? -- Gilles
Ausiello: Okay, I have to choose my words carefully here: There is no deal…currently in place…for Michael Rosenbaum to…return...to Smallville.

What the hell does *that* mean?

 

[ariellem]

He's not saying it IS Lex, but he's not denying it either.

 

[Webhead2006]

doesnt really mean anything at this time untill its a signed deal from michael to make an official return to the show. Hopefully the producers can convince him to return for atless one episode.

 

[mercboyz]

Hurm.

Ausiello has some cryptic news about Michael Rosenbaum.

http://ausiellofiles.ew.com/2008/11...use,'+'Supernatural,'+'CSI:+Miami,'+and+More!

Question: At the end of "Bride" episode of Smallville we see someone I'm presuming is Lex. Will Michael Rosenbaum be making his return to Smallville anytime soon? -- Gilles
Ausiello: Okay, I have to choose my words carefully here: There is no deal…currently in place…for Michael Rosenbaum to…return...to Smallville.

To me it sounds like they are talking to him but don't have anything solid yet. Probably depends on whether or not Smallville is renewed for a 9th season. If its for sure that this will be the last season, then I think he would more likely come back. If it's renewed, who knows? Personally, I don't know if he would come for just one episode since he would have to shave his head again, most likely would have to be a multiple episode deal. I know i read from someone here who linked a quote that Rosenbaum enjoyed having his hair again, didn't miss the daily shavings and that it took him like six months to fully regrow it.

But only rumors and opinions until he signs and is back in front of the camera.