She is headlining a star-studded cast in the new ABC series Rebel. Last year, ABC announced that it would give a 10-episode order to the television show Rebel, a new series inspired by activist Erin Brockovich, starring Katey Sagal.Katey also has a recurring role on the ABC sitcom The Conners as Dan's (John Goodman) girlfriend Louise Goldufski. In this case, it is to get that valve off the market. Plus, she talks about the importance of age-appropriate casting for the role. Katey Sagal is hard at work on her latest television project. Katey Sagal's new series Rebel follows a law clerk named Annie “Rebel” Flynn Ray Bello who, while her name has changed throughout a series of marriages, she and her dedicated pursuit of justice become her calling card. Now Vernoff turns her eye to Annie “Rebel” Bello (Katey Sagal), a feisty and fiery crusader against corporate greed and injustice. Set after the events of the Julia Roberts starrer that made her a household name, “Rebel” stars Katey Sagal (“Married… with Children,” “Sons of Anarchy”) as the indefatigable agitator. She's Benji's sister and Cassidy's aunt. An official synopsis of Rebel's character describes her as "a blue-collar legal advocate without a law degree — a funny, messy, brilliant and fearless woman who cares desperately about the causes she fights for and the people she loves. Accoridng to the trailer, Katey Sagal plays Rebel who's 'not a lawyer just loud'. Katey Sagal is a "Rebel" with a cause (or several!) Katey Sagal will ride again at ABC. Katey Sagal plays an anti-corporate crusader in ABC's 'Rebel,' a new drama based on the life of Erin Brockovich and co-starring Andy Garcia, John Corbett, James Lesure and many others. The 67-year-old actress was spotted on the set of her new drama series Rebel in Los Angeles on Wednesday. KATEY Sagal is a dynamic actress who is best known for her iconic role as Peggy Bundy in Married... with Children. By Joel Keller @ joelkeller Apr 8, 2021 at 6:30pm Rebel: Four Actors Join Katey Sagal Series in Recurring Roles on ABC by Regina Avalos, February 10, 2021 Rebel is adding four recurring cast members ahead of the show’s premiere on ABC. Katey Sagal has entertained audiences in a variety of dramatic and comedic roles throughout her notable career. in ABC's new midseason drama. By Lauren Piester Apr 08, 2021 10:27 PM Tags TV Celebrities Katey Sagal Entertainment Andy Garcia co-stars as her good friend, a lawyer, who she recruits to help her cause. Sagal calls Rebel “super focused on what it is that she’s doing” and “very one-mind” when it comes to accomplishing her goal. In this case, it is to get that valve off the market. Katey Sagal stars in the show, which is inspired by the life of Erin Brockovich. Katey Sagal and Andy Garcia Are Working With Their Daughters in ABC's 'Rebel' Katey Sagal and Andy Garcia preview Rebel, ABC's newest legal dramedy from the showrunner of Grey's Anatomy. Sagal has dozens of television and movie credits on her impressive resume. Katey Sagal has played plenty of tough TV characters, but she’s never encountered a force of nature quite like Annie “Rebel” Bello. 'Rebel' star and executive producer Katey Sagal didn't intend to become an actor right away, but life surprised her. April 19, 2021 10:30am PT by Chris Gardner . As our title character, veteran actress Katey Sagal finds her latest television role in ABC's Rebel. ABC Sagal is tasked with carving out a unique onscreen persona and she passes with flying colors, exuding grit, determination and savvy while surrounded by a strong supporting cast (including Tamala Jones as Lana, Rebel’s former sister-in-law, an ex-cop who works with Rebel). Sagal calls Rebel “super focused on what it is that she’s doing” and “very one-mind” when it comes to accomplishing her goal. Her television credits include "Sons of Anarchy" (Golden Globe® Award), "Superior Donuts," "8 Simple Rules" and "Married… with Children." Katey Sagal will star in ABC’s new drama series Rebel inspired by the real Erin Brockovich. It is slated to debut in 2021. REBEL Official Trailer Inspired by the life of Erin Brockovich today, Annie 'Rebel' Bello is a blue-collar legal advocate without a law degree. Erin Brockovich and Katey Sagal discuss their new ABC series "Rebel," based on the work of consumer and environmental activist Brockovich. The network has ordered the program straight to series and plans to debut the show in 2021. Lana (Tamala Jones) and Rebel (Katey Sagal) are former sisters-in-law who work together on cases. Video Transcript-Stenmore Medical's heart valves are making people sicker and doing it anyway for profit.-They got a shot up your skirt.It's embarrassing. Katey Sagal taps into her "Rebel" side, playing a legal advocate who fights to help those who need it. Katey Sagal says her new role on the series “Rebel” is inspired by Erin Brockovich, but the actress makes it clear this is not a biopic on the activist. Katey Sagal says her new role on the series “Rebel” is inspired by Erin Brockovich, but the actress makes it clear this is not a biopic on the activist. Katey Sagal said her role on "Rebel" is based on a woman who fights for social justice and empowers people. In June 2016, the Human Rights Campaign released a video in tribute to the victims of the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting; in the video, Sagal and others told the stories of the people killed there. Fearless, brilliant and a little bit messy -- that describes social warrior Annie "Rebel" Bello. Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Rebel’ On ABC, Where Katey Sagal Fights Evil Corporations And Deals With Her Complicated Life . Katey Sagal plays ‘sexy, strong’ woman in TV series ‘Rebel’ In the hourlong drama, produced by Erin Brockovich, Sagal plays an activist and tireless champion for justice. ‘Rebel’ Trailer: Katey Sagal and Andy Garcia Lead Erin Brockovich-Inspired Drama Jude Dry 2/25/2021 These Florida troopers thought they were making a traffic stop. By C.L. Katey Sagal as Rebel. In 2021, Sagal will play in the lead role of Annie "Rebel" Bello in the ABC drama series Rebel, which was written by Krista Vernoff. Cast. Will you stay tuned? Katey Sagal Plays Our Lead Character, Annie ‘Rebel’ Bello. The Sons of Anarchy veteran and current The Conners star will now lead the potential new series Rebel, the Erin Brockovich-inspired drama that was picked up … Fortunately the charisma of the TV vet, polished to perfection over decades on the small screen, instead makes the character of Rebel a likable draw. Activism. 'Rebel' Star Katey Sagal on Her Groundbreaking New Series and the Lure of Erin Brockovich 'She gives voice to the voiceless,' Sagal says of the bad-assed character she portrays on the ABC drama. Katey Sagal as Annie "Rebel" Bello; John Corbett as Grady Bello, Rebel's third husband who is divorcing her; Lex Scott Davis as Cassidy, a lawyer and Rebel's daughter with her second husband, Benji; Tamala Reneé Jones as Lana, an investigator and Rebel's best friend. If Rebel was played by nearly anyone but Katey Sagal, her saintlike, selfless stance would be almost too much to take.