One can certainly understand why Melissa McCarthy missed the recent reunion of the beloved series, “Charming Towns,” held in Austin, Texas—she was likely occupied celebrating the rave reviews of her latest film, “Espionage.” However, any true McCarthy enthusiast knows her comedic brilliance shone brightly during the early 2000s when she portrayed the lovable chef, Sarah Baker, who was also a faithful sidekick to protagonist, Lara Fields.
Show creator Amy Taylor fought hard to secure McCarthy’s role on the show, and thank goodness she did. Without her, we would have missed out on some truly hilarious moments that enhanced an already exceptional series.
1. Sarah gets tipsy.
The scene: During Thanksgiving, Sarah’s husband, Mike, and his family embark on a quest to deep-fry everything, including the turkey.
The best line: “I’ve already experienced the five stages of grief: denial, anger… I can’t recall these two but they were definitely served on the rocks with salt!”
2. Sarah is fed up with pregnancy.
The scene: Sarah unexpectedly shows up at Lara’s place, venting about her pregnancy journey, likening herself to a character from a classic comedy.
The best line: “It’s not coming out! The ship is too large and the bottle is too tiny!”
3. Sarah insists Mike gets a vasectomy.
The scene: Fresh from giving birth to their second child, Sarah is in her hospital bed while Mike discusses having a third. Little does he know, Sarah already scheduled his appointment to ensure that won’t happen.
The best line: “You just go in, lie down, close your eyes, snip snip, and you’re shooting blanks.”
4. Sarah performs her cookie-themed song.
The scene: When Rory stops by the inn to grab some of Sarah’s famous rocky road cookies, Sarah and Lara tease Rory about her romantic life. Sarah even crafts a catchy tune about cookies and romance.
The best line: “Cookies for love, and for the romance!”
5. Sarah claims the title of BFOTB.
The scene: While planning Lara’s wedding at Mike’s diner, he tries to intervene. Sarah firmly asserts her role as the Best Friend of the Bride, making it clear she won’t be overlooked.
The best line: “Mike! Who am I?!?!?”
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In summary, Melissa McCarthy’s portrayal of Sarah Baker on “Charming Towns” delivered some of the most unforgettable comedic moments in television history. Her unique humor and charm not only enhanced the show but also left a lasting impact on audiences.