Despite having to play yet another lawyer, in 2007, John Larroquette was more than happy to join the cast of “Boston Legal” for the show’s last two seasons as new senior partner, Carl Slack. Larroquette had already worked with David E. Kelley when he had four episodes on “The Practice.” As the actor shared with the AV Club, he didn’t need time to think it over when he received a call from the king of lawyer-centric TV shows about joining the cast. “I said immediately, ‘Would you like me to come today?'” he shared.
He was not just familiar with the show but a fan. Initially drawn to “Boston Legal” because of James Spader’s work, Larroquette added, “I also loved Candice Bergen and Bill Shatner.” But, the main reason he wanted to be a part of the show was Kelley’s writing, which has earned the former attorney both Emmy nominations and wins.
During his run on the show, Carl was a love interest to Candace Bergen’s character, Shirley, and in the two-hour finale, the couple get married, as do Alan and Denny (who marry for reasons other than romantic love). But the coolest storyline might be two episodes prior when Carl defends Betty White’s character in a case against ageism in the networks. In a winking line, Carl says, “The only show unafraid to have its stars over fifty is Bo —” At this point, Carl looks into the camera and says, “Gee, I can’t say it. Would, uh, break the wall.”
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