Throughout his 26 years as Deacon on The Bold and the Beautiful, Sean Kanan has been paired with many talented leading ladies. From Brooke to Amber to Quinn, there have been iconic characters who Deacon has wooed. Yet, when it comes to Deacon’s leading ladies, there’s one that stands out to Kanan.
Key Takeaways
- Jackie Marone was one of Deacon’s many love interests.
- Lesley Anne Down played Jackie and recently discussed a possible return.
- Kanan voiced his adoration for Down.
Sean Kanan Wishes Lesley Anne Down Would Return
When it comes to Deacon’s love interests, most fans think of Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang), Amber (Adrienne Frantz), Quinn (Rena Sofer), or Sheila (Kimberlin Brown). But another lady who captivated the bar owner was Jackie.
The couple began an affair in 2004 while Jackie was married to Massimo (the late Joseph Mascolo). Viewers loved the May-December romance, which unfortunately ended when Massimo caused Deacon to start drinking again.
Fans haven’t forgotten the fun times with Jackie, who was a major part of B&B from 2003 to 2012. Many have been asking for a Jackie return, but it looks like it won’t happen.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Down made it clear she has no interest in returning to the soap. “I’d say to them, ‘Well, you’re going to have to call up Linda Gray.'” Down’s decision not to come back has upset not only fans but also Kanan. On X, the actor responded to Down’s EW article.
“I have to admit I’m disappointed that Lesley wouldn’t come back. Working with her is one of the highlights of my time in the show. I absolutely adore her,” Kanan wrote.
Although Kanan is disappointed, he sends good wishes to his former co-star. “Had the honor of working with her very talented husband Don who was a DP on Cobra Kai. Wishing both of them all the best.”
What Happened To Jackie?
After her breakup with Deacon, Jackie began dating another younger man, Owen Knight (Brandon Beemer). Despite her son Nick’s (Jack Wagner) objections, Jackie married Owen. However, the couple’s marriage was tested when Owen and Bridget’s (Ashley Jones) one-night stand resulted in her pregnancy.
Jackie split from Owen so that he and Bridget could raise their son, Logan, together. Owen and Bridget’s relationship didn’t last, and he then reunited with Jackie. The couple then moved to New York, where they co-parent with Bridget.
Although Down isn’t open to a return, if B&B decides to recast the role of Jackie, fans wouldn’t mind. And maybe if Jackie is single upon her return, she could rekindle her romance with Deacon.
