🎤 Austin Nichols Reveals If He’d Return for ‘One Tree Hill’ Reboot, Teases Upcoming Role on ‘Virgin River’
Fans of One Tree Hill and Virgin River are in for a treat. Actor Austin Nichols, known for his unforgettable role as Julian Baker in One Tree Hill, just opened up about the possibility of a series reboot — and teased some exciting new details about his upcoming role in Virgin River Season 7.
🏀 Would He Return to Tree Hill?
In a recent interview with a streaming media outlet, Nichols addressed the long-rumored One Tree Hill reboot — and his answer left longtime fans buzzing.
“If the story’s right, and the gang is in, I’m there,” Nichols said.
“Julian still has more to say, and I’d love to see where he and Brooke ended up after all these years.”
While no official plans for a reboot have been confirmed, Nichols’ openness to returning — and his strong ties with the original cast — give fans hope that a Tree Hill revival isn’t entirely off the table.
🌲 A New Chapter: ‘Virgin River’
In the same interview, Nichols also spoke about joining the cast of Virgin River — and while he didn’t give everything away, he did drop some intriguing hints.
“It’s a character I’ve never played before. There’s charm, but there’s pain. There’s a reason he’s come to Virgin River — and it’s not just to practice medicine.”
Nichols is reportedly playing Dr. Everett Reid, a traveling physician with a complicated past and unresolved connections to someone already in town. Showrunners describe the character as “magnetic, emotionally layered, and potentially disruptive.”
❤️ Is Romance on the Horizon?
While Nichols stayed tight-lipped on the romantic possibilities, fans are already theorizing:
-
Could he be a new love interest for Brie, still recovering from heartbreak?
-
Might he cross paths with Mel, creating tension between her and Jack?
-
Or is there history with someone like Muriel, Hope, or even Charmaine?
Austin’s answer only fueled the fire:
“Let’s just say some hearts will flutter… and maybe break.”
🎬 Fans React
The Virgin River fandom has embraced the casting news with enthusiasm, calling Nichols a “perfect addition” and “exactly what the show needed.” Social media exploded with reactions like:
“Julian Baker in Virgin River? YES PLEASE.”
“Austin Nichols is going to bring serious heat to this cozy drama.”
“I’m ready for Dr. Reid to shake up everyone’s world.”
👀 What’s Next?
While Virgin River Season 7 has wrapped filming, Nichols’ scenes are reportedly central to a major storyline twist. With his blend of emotional depth and leading-man charm, expect his character to make waves from the moment he arrives.
And as for One Tree Hill? It might just be a matter of time.
