Funnyman Surprises The Forresters!

This week, fans of THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL will finally be able to put a face to the name of Eric Forrester’s occasionally-referenced, but never-before-seen brother, John, who also happens to be Ivy’s pop. Comic actor Fred Willard drops by starting Thursday, October 2 for a three-episode arc that will conclude on Monday, October 6.

Though the actor is best known for his hilarious stints in films like Best In Show, Anchorman, and a recurring role on MODERN FAMILY, Willard says he’s always been intrigued by the soap world, noting that he was once hooked on the seventies-era soap HOW TO SURVIVE A MARRIAGE. “That was a long time ago,” he chuckles. “I started watching B&B when I found out I was going to be on, and I got very interested in the storyline.”

Willard explains that John currently calls Australia home, but says his alter ego will find himself quite enamored with his brother’s glamorous existence. “When he see where Eric works and the models he works with, I imagine he’s quite envious,” says Willard.

Look for John to also take a shine to Eric’s in-law, Pam (which won’t sit well with her current beau, Charlie!) “He can’t help it,” laughs Willard. “His wife’s in Australia! But he’s kind of a harmless guy.”