The Sex And The City Movie Cast: Where Are They Now? 10 Shocking Updates On The Core Four And Their Men (2025)

The iconic cast of the *Sex and the City* movies—which continued the legendary HBO series—remains one of the most talked-about ensembles in television and film history. Fans have followed Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte for decades, through two feature films (*Sex and the City* in 2008 and *Sex and the City 2* in 2010), and now, the controversial but highly-rated revival series, *And Just Like That...* (AJLT). As of late 2024/early 2025, the core women and their on-screen partners are busier than ever, both on and off the set of the Manhattan-based dramedy. This is your essential, up-to-the-minute guide to where the cast is now, complete with the biggest behind-the-scenes bombshells and career pivots.

The long-awaited third film, *Sex and the City 3*, was officially cancelled years ago, but the subsequent HBO Max/Max revival has served as the spiritual continuation, answering many of the questions a third movie would have addressed. The following profiles detail the current status of the main cast members and the massive changes that have defined their careers since the last movie.

The Core Four: Latest Career News and And Just Like That... Status

The original four leading ladies have experienced the most dramatic shifts, both professionally and within the fictional universe, with one major star making a definitive exit, and the others returning for a third season of the revival.

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Sarah Jessica Parker (Carrie Bradshaw)

• Character Role: Carrie Bradshaw, the writer and fashion icon at the heart of the series.
• Current Status: Actively filming *And Just Like That...* Season 3 (as of mid-2024).
• Latest News: Parker continues to be a major figure in fashion, attending high-profile events like the Met Gala in 2024. She was also announced as the recipient of the Carol Burnett Award ahead of the 2026 Golden Globes, recognizing her exceptional work in television. In a significant business update, her SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker shoe line officially closed down in the fall after a 10-year run.
• Topical Authority: SJP is also an executive producer on *AJLT*, giving her a central role in shaping the franchise's future.

Cynthia Nixon (Miranda Hobbes)

• Character Role: Miranda Hobbes, the sharp-witted lawyer whose journey in *AJLT* involves a major career and sexual identity shift.
• Current Status: Actively filming *And Just Like That...* Season 3 (as of mid-2024). She also directs episodes of the series.
• Latest News: A prominent activist, Nixon ran for Governor of New York in 2018. She has since confirmed that she is "done with politics" after accomplishing what she set out to do, shifting her focus back to her acting and directing career, which includes her core role in the *SATC* universe.
• Topical Authority: Her character's storyline—leaving Steve Brady and exploring a relationship with Che Diaz—is one of the most discussed and divisive elements of the revival.

Kristin Davis (Charlotte York Goldenblatt)

• Character Role: Charlotte York Goldenblatt, the art dealer and devoted mother focused on family life in the Upper East Side.
• Current Status: Actively filming *And Just Like That...* Season 3 (as of mid-2024).
• Latest News: Davis continues her work as an actress and producer. She often shares nostalgic moments and reunions with her co-stars on social media, reminding fans of the core friendship dynamic. Her role in *AJLT* centers on navigating the complexities of modern parenting and her children's evolving identities.
• Topical Authority: Davis is also a producer on *AJLT*. Outside of the franchise, she is known for her philanthropic work, particularly in wildlife conservation.

Kim Cattrall (Samantha Jones)

• Character Role: Samantha Jones, the fiercely independent and sex-positive publicist.
• Current Status: Has made a definitive, non-returning exit from the main cast.
• Latest News (The Shocking Update): Cattrall famously refused to join the revival initially due to long-standing tension with Parker and the series' direction. However, she made a brief, highly publicized cameo in the Season 2 finale of *AJLT*. This short appearance was reportedly a lucrative deal, with some sources claiming she was paid $1 million for the scene. Crucially, she has since confirmed that she will *not* be returning for *And Just Like That...* Season 3, reinforcing that the cameo was a one-off. Cattrall has also stated that she views the revival series as "basically the third movie."
• Topical Authority: Her relationship with the franchise remains a central, controversial talking point, making her current projects—such as her focus on diverse roles—a key interest for fans.

The Men of Manhattan: Where Are Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte's Husbands Now?

The male cast members, who were integral to the *Sex and the City* movies, have also seen their roles dramatically altered or concluded in the current revival, providing some of the most dramatic storylines.

Chris Noth (Mr. Big / John James Preston)

• Character Role: Mr. Big, Carrie's on-again, off-again love interest and eventual husband.
• Current Status: His character is deceased in the *SATC* universe.
• Latest News (The Second Shocking Update): Mr. Big was killed off in the very first episode of *And Just Like That...* Season 1 after suffering a heart attack while riding a Peloton. Following the premiere, multiple women came forward with sexual assault allegations against Noth in late 2021. As a result, a planned cameo by Noth in the Season 1 finale was edited out of the episode, effectively ending his involvement in the franchise.
• Topical Authority: The swift and controversial removal of Carrie's main love interest remains one of the most defining and sensitive moments of the revival.

David Eigenberg (Steve Brady)

• Character Role: Steve Brady, the lovable, down-to-earth bar owner and Miranda's husband.
• Current Status: Actively filming *And Just Like That...* Season 3.
• Latest News: Eigenberg is one of the busiest actors, successfully managing a double-duty career. He continues his long-running main role as Lieutenant Christopher Herrmann on the hit NBC drama *Chicago Fire*, while simultaneously reprising his role as Steve Brady in *AJLT*. His character's storyline in the revival, dealing with Miranda's desire for divorce and his subsequent dating life, has been a major emotional arc for the series.
• Topical Authority: Fans have passionately debated the treatment of Steve's character in *AJLT*, with many feeling his storyline was unfairly diminished compared to his *SATC* movie arc.

Evan Handler (Harry Goldenblatt)

• Character Role: Harry Goldenblatt, Charlotte's divorce attorney and later, her devoted second husband.
• Current Status: Actively filming *And Just Like That...* Season 3 (as of mid-2024).
• Latest News: Handler is a consistent fixture in the revival, providing the stable, loving relationship that Charlotte craves. Outside of *AJLT*, he has continued his acting career, including a recent credit in the movie *Reverse the Curse* in May 2024.
• Topical Authority: Harry remains a fan favorite, representing one of the few stable, healthy, and happy marriages in the entire *Sex and the City* universe.

Further Entitites and Topical Updates on the SATC Universe

The world of *Sex and the City* extends beyond the main couples, with several key supporting characters and creative forces shaping the franchise's trajectory in 2025.

Willie Garson (Stanford Blatch): The beloved actor who played Carrie's best male friend, Stanford Blatch, tragically passed away in 2021 during the filming of *AJLT* Season 1. The show handled his absence by writing that Stanford had moved to Tokyo to manage a TikTok star, a storyline that allowed the character to live on respectfully without recasting. His memory is often honored by the cast and showrunner Michael Patrick King.

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Kyle MacLachlan (Trey MacDougal): Charlotte's first husband, Trey, remains a memorable entity from the original series and a key part of Charlotte's journey. While MacLachlan's character has not returned to *AJLT*, the actor often reunites with the cast, notably Kristin Davis, a relationship that keeps the history of Charlotte's storyline alive for fans.

The Future of the Franchise: While a third movie is off the table, the success of *And Just Like That...* has solidified the continuation of the core story. The series has been renewed for a third season, with principal photography underway in 2024, ensuring that the stories of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte will continue to evolve in a modern, post-Samantha New York City.