But a few months later when the cancer returned, he announced his departure from the show. That May, a six-episode prequel concentrating on characters other than Spartacus was set for the following year, to give Whitfield time off for treatment. “It’s almost impossible to fathom.”Īndy Whitfield, who originated the role of Spartacus, announced in March 2010 that he was stricken with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. “More than all my dreams come true, in one fell swoop,” he declares, though now he’s not joking as he describes the thrill of landing this show’s title role. Instead, McIntyre is chipper, affable and ready with wisecracks delivered, at times, in a comic squeal. His personality is far removed from the raging Thracian out to forge an army and topple the Roman Empire. to modern-day Manhattan, Lawless - in bright sweater and snug jeans - is pretty, girlish and full of laughs.Īlongside her for this recent interview is Liam McIntyre, who is taking over the role of Spartacus as the new season begins (Friday at 10 p.m.). Transported from Capua in the first century B.C. Here is Lucy Lawless: In her Starz adventure-action series she builds on worldwide fame as Xena, Warrior Princess, by playing wily Lucretia, widow of the Roman sports impresario whose “ludus” - an extreme training camp for gladiators - was where Spartacus had been enslaved. NEW YORK - What a different vision these two stars of “Spartacus: Vengeance” offer in person.

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