Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood are teaming up again, this time for the upcoming NBC series Duo. The real-life couple, who first met on the set of Supergirl, will bring their on-screen chemistry to a musical family drama that highlights their vocal talents.
Melissa, known for her musical prowess from Glee and her Broadway stint in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Chris, who starred in Broadway’s Almost Famous, are both well-suited for this musically inclined project. Notably, Chris Wood penned the script for Duo, with Rina Mimoun, who previously collaborated with Melissa on The Girls on the Bus, serving as the showrunner.
What’s Duo About?
The series centers on an unlikely pairing: a reserved, blue-collar worker (played by Wood) and a vibrant performer (portrayed by Benoist) searching for her next big break. Their unexpected meeting sparks the creation of a two-person band, a partnership that transforms both their lives. As their musical career takes off, the show delves into the impact of their rising fame on their personal lives and those around them.
Real-Life Duo
Melissa and Chris married in September 2019 and are proud parents to their son, Huxley, born in September 2020. Their real-life partnership and individual musical experiences add an exciting layer of authenticity to this heartfelt drama.
Fans of the couple and musical storytelling can look forward to Duo blending music, relationships, and the challenges of fame in a heartfelt narrative.
