Dr. Kelso may not be returning to Scrubs after all
Zach Braff says luring 86-year old actor Ken Jenkins out of retirement is "a big ask."
After nine years on the popular medical sitcom Scrubs, fans of the series have been eagerly awaiting the return of the show's hard-nosed administrator Dr. Bob Kelso, portrayed by actor Ken Jenkins. The show, which has recently undergone a reboot, has successfully reintegrated most of its original cast and characters into the new Sacred Heart hospital.
Notable returnees include J.D., played by Zach Braff, Turk, played by Donald Faison, and key characters like Dr. Perry Cox, Carla Espinosa, Janitor, and Elliot Reed. Despite the showrunner Bill Lawrence's initial promise of Dr. Kelso's return, recent reports suggest that the prognosis for his return is not looking good. In an interview with fellow cast members Braff and Sarah Chalke, Bill Lawrence indicated that while they respect the fans' desire for Kelvin Jenkins' return, they must also be mindful of his age.
At 86 years old, Jenkins is retired from acting, making a return to the frenetic world of Scrubs a challenging proposition. Fans may have to accept a Sacred Heart hospital without the abrasive but endearing presence of Dr. Kelso.
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