Reese Witherspoon has expressed enthusiasm about returning as Elle Woods, the beloved character she portrayed in the hit films Legally Blonde and Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde.
In a recent interview with Extra, the actress revealed that she would “love to do it again,” describing Elle Woods as her personal superhero and comparing the character to a Marvel icon in her career.
However, Witherspoon stressed that any return would need to feel right. She pointed to Tom Cruise and the success of Top Gun: Maverick as an example of how to revisit a beloved franchise.
According to the actress, Cruise waited decades before reprising his role, ensuring the story was strong enough to justify the comeback. She also referenced Adam Sandler bringing back the Happy Gilmore character, saying she believes Legally Blonde will eventually get its moment as well.
The actress also shared a humorous story about how the success of Legally Blonde unexpectedly led to jury duty. Speaking previously on The Graham Norton Show, she recalled being selected for a lengthy trial despite assuming her celebrity status would prevent her from being chosen.
Witherspoon’s comments are likely to excite longtime fans who have been hoping to see Elle Woods return to the big screen. While no new sequel has been officially announced, her latest remarks suggest the door remains open for a future comeback.
For now, fans may have to wait, but Witherspoon appears confident that when Elle Woods returns, it will be worth it.