Variety: Lea Michele set to return for Glee reboot on Disney+ and Hulu
Sources differ on how far talks have gone, and Michele's representative declined to comment on her involvement.
Lea Michele is set to return as Rachel Berry in the Glee reboot heading to Disney+ and Hulu, Variety reported. Her involvement is described by sources as close to being locked in, while another source told the outlet that talks are still at an early stage. Michele's representative did not comment.
The reboot was officially announced on the show's official US X account on October 20, 2026. Creator Ryan Murphy said scripts are already complete and that he has contacted about 10 members of the original cast.
Other original cast members have signalled interest since the announcement: Heather Morris, who played Brittany, and Chord Overstreet, who played Sam Evans, both posted hints on social media about returning.
Glee aired from 2009 to 2015 and followed a glee club at McKinley High School in a small Ohio town aiming for nationals. Michele played Rachel Berry and was nominated for an Emmy for the role.
Quick answers
Is Lea Michele returning to the Glee reboot?
Variety reported she is set to reprise the role of Rachel Berry, with sources describing her involvement as close to being locked in while another source says it is still early. Her representative did not comment.
Where will the Glee reboot stream?
The reboot is announced for Disney+ and Hulu.
When was the Glee reboot announced?
It was officially announced on the show's official US X account on October 20, 2026.