While that is very good news for fans of Patricia Heaton, it may not bode well for any who have been holding out hope that Frankie Heck would appear on the upcoming Sue Heck-based spinoff, called Sue Sue in the City.
Besides, if CBS was willing to lend one actress back to ABC to reprise a role, perhaps the same could happen with Patricia Heaton.
If Heaton is busy on another network, she may not be available for any appearances on Sue Sue in the City.
That said, Heaton might have time for the occasional guest shot or cameo.