Christina Hendricks, best known for her role as the fiery and intelligent Joan Holloway in Mad Men, has thrilled fans by teasing the possibility of a reunion for the iconic series. The actress, now 47, reflected on her time on the show, describing it as a “dream” and expressing her eagerness to step back into Joan’s stylish shoes.
During an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show, Hendricks reminisced about her eight-year run on the show, which wrapped up in 2015. She spoke fondly of the cast, calling them a “dysfunctional family” that still keeps in touch. Despite their busy careers, they continue to check in with one another, especially during the holidays.
“We always partied, but we had a very grand wrap party—it went on all night long,” Hendricks recalled. “We had a whole hotel and everyone stayed in different rooms. We didn’t want to say goodbye after that long.”
When asked whether she would be willing to return for a Mad Men reunion, Hendricks didn’t hesitate. “I would do it in a heartbeat,” she said enthusiastically. “It’s been a long time, but everyone’s off doing different jobs. I think we all have a love for it. If they wanted a reunion, I’d bet we’d all come back.”
Her comments have reignited fans’ hopes for a revival or a special episode featuring the beloved characters of the 1960s advertising drama. Mad Men, which aired from 2007 to 2015, remains one of the most critically acclaimed television series of all time, with its rich storytelling, complex characters, and stunning period details.
For Hendricks, Mad Men was more than just a show—it was an experience worth preserving. She admitted to taking several mementos from the set, some more discreetly than others.
“If it wasn’t glued down, I took it!” she confessed with a laugh. “The special thing about that show is a lot of the stuff is in the Smithsonian—some of the costumes travel around to different exhibits still to this day. But I’ve got some ashtrays, I took a piece of art, and a few things that were in Joan’s apartment.”
Fans of the series would undoubtedly love to see those items in action again if a reunion were to happen.
While discussing her career and personal life, Hendricks also shared a bizarre story involving her husband, George Bianchini, who recently had an alleged encounter with a UFO.
The incident happened in Ireland, where Hendricks was preparing to film her new TV series, Small Town, Big Story. Bianchini was outside, waiting for a mattress delivery, when he witnessed something extraordinary.
“George comes in and he is white as a ghost,” Hendricks said. “I asked, ‘What happened?’ And he said, ‘You’re never going to believe this—I just saw a UFO.’”
Though many might dismiss such claims, Hendricks insisted that she believed her husband completely. “I know this man so well, and I looked at his face, and I’m like, ‘He saw a UFO.’”
This revelation adds an unexpected twist to Hendricks’ otherwise glamorous and career-focused life. Whether or not Bianchini’s sighting was truly extraterrestrial remains unknown, but the story has certainly intrigued her fans.
Hendricks and Bianchini’s relationship is another highlight of her recent personal journey. The couple tied the knot last year at Napoleon House in New Orleans after getting engaged in 2023. Their love story, which began on the set of the crime dramedy Good Girls, has been filled with mutual admiration and shared interests.
Reflecting on their engagement, Hendricks revealed that they had a unique approach to popping the question. “We had been talking about getting married, and we read an article that a lot of lesbians were proposing to one another—it seemed really sweet and fair,” she explained.
That inspired the couple to do something similar. “I thought, ‘I want to be able to do it too,’ so he said, ‘Let’s do that, but I want to go first.’ Even though we proposed to each other, he proposed first.”
The love between them is evident in the way Hendricks speaks about her husband. She has previously gushed about how Bianchini makes her feel “like a million bucks.”
“We always want to do the same things,” she said. “We love the same kind of places, the same food, the same music, the same sense of humor. He just keeps me smiling, and he always tells me that I can do whatever I set my heart to and that he believes in me.”
While fans eagerly wait for any updates on a Mad Men reunion, Hendricks continues to thrive in her acting career. With new projects on the horizon and a supportive partner by her side, she remains one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars.
Whether she’s stealing the screen as Joan Holloway, sharing bizarre UFO stories, or celebrating love in her own way, Christina Hendricks continues to captivate audiences with her charm and authenticity.
