Kyle MacLachlan Turns Down Sex City Reboot Role Over Character Direction

Kyle MacLachlan declined the offer to reprise his role as Trey MacDougal on HBO Max’s Sex and the City reboot, And Just Like That, because he felt the writers' initial storyline for his character lacked depth. MacLachlan suggested that Trey could have evolved into a successful winery owner in Napa, reflecting a more interesting progression for the character. Despite turning down the role, MacLachlan expressed affection for the cast and the show’s success, indicating openness to more substantial future opportunities. Kristin Davis, who plays Charlotte York, has expressed disappointment over his decision and hopes the show might eventually feature a reunion or casual encounter between Charlotte and Trey. Trey’s original storyline involved a troubled marriage with Charlotte that ended in divorce due to intimacy issues. MacLachlan is currently focusing on other projects, including a new podcast, while continuing to admire the series and its cast.