Ruby, the demon character from Supernatural, is making a comeback in the show's final season. Played initially by Katie Cassidy and later by Genevieve Padalecki, Ruby was a complex character who alternated between helping and betraying the main characters. Padalecki, who is married to series star Jared Padalecki, returns to the role after more than 10 years. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, she expressed her excitement about reprising the character.
When the opportunity arose, Jared Padalecki, Genevieve's husband, was approached first but failed to inform her. Upon finding out, she eagerly accepted the role, considering the show to be a significant part of her life. To prepare for her return, Padalecki read old scripts and relied on her previous acting notes from her time at Tisch, rather than watching old episodes, as she did not want to mimic her previous performance.
Thus, working together on the show was a special treat for both of them. As for her character, Padalecki assured fans that they would see familiar aspects of Ruby, but also witness her react to new situations and show different sides of her personality.
Regarding her wardrobe and makeup for the role, Padalecki mentioned that it felt like coming home. She also noted that the episode would feature a modernized version of Ruby, reflecting the changes that have occurred in the world since her character's last appearance.
This evolution further solidified her portrayal of Ruby and made her feel confident in channeling the character once again.