Jelly Roll's TV Acting Debut on Fire Country: A Hit with Fans and Producers
Jelly Roll made his TV acting debut on the popular CBS series Fire Country and fans may see more of him in the future. Creator Tony Phelan confirmed that Jelly Roll's character Noah could make a return in upcoming episodes. The show has been incorporating music from Nashville artists, with Jelly Roll's cameo being well-received by fans and the production team. The possibility of bringing back his character is being discussed in the writers' room to capitalize on his great presence on the show.
Jelly Roll's appearance on Fire Country in April as healthcare worker and former convict Noah was a pleasant surprise for CBS fans. His song "Dreams Don't Die" was featured in the episode, marking his first scripted role after a previous cameo on Paramount+'s Tulsa King. Executive producer Max Thieriot shared how he reached out to Jelly Roll after meeting him at the CMT Music Awards, leading to the collaboration on Fire Country. The character created for Jelly Roll was meant to be unique and special, showcasing a different side of the country singer.
The show's producers are open to working with more country music artists in the future, with discussions ongoing to potentially bring back characters like Kane and Jelly Roll. While Fire Country successfully featured Jelly Roll, Tracker's executive producer Elwood Reid revealed that they had also tried to get him on their show first. They are still looking to involve country music stars like Luke Combs and Hardy in future episodes, aiming to create fun and natural roles for them.
Fire Country is set to return to CBS on Friday, October 17, at 8 p.m. ET, before moving to its regular time slot on Friday, October 24, at 9 p.m. ET. Viewers can catch new episodes streaming the next day on Paramount+. The show's integration of music and collaborations with country music artists have been well-received, hinting at more exciting developments in the upcoming season.