Billie Lourd To Play Granddaughter Of Debbie Reynolds Character On Will & Grace

EXCLUSIVE: In heaven, Debbie Reynolds must be smiling down. Her granddaughter, actress Billie Lourd, is set to guest star on the final season of NBCs Will & Grace, playing Fiona Adler.

Fiona is Grace Adlers (Debra Messing) niece, the daughter of Graces older sister (portrayed on the show by Mary McCormack), and granddaughter of Bobbi Adler, the role played by Reynolds on the original series.

In the episode, taping on Sept. 25, Fiona is reconnecting with her “cool aunt,” Grace.

“The episode is especially meaningful because of Billies relationship to the show,” Will & Grace co-creator/executive producer Max Mutchnick said. “Were thrilled to have Billie. And best of all — shes really good.”

Reynolds played Bobbie Adler in 12 episodes from 1999-2006, earning an Emmy nomination. The Will & Grace revival did a tribute episode following Reynolds Dec. 28, 2016 death, which featured Grace taking Will back to her family home for her late motherRead More – Source