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‘Buffy’ alum Charisma Carpenter sparks ‘AJLT’ casting rumors after ‘friendly’ set visit with Kristin Davis 

Charisma Carpenter is sparking speculation that she was cast on “And Just Like That.” Charisma Carpenter/Instagram

And just like that … Charisma Carpenter might soon be starring on “And Just Like That.”

The “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” alum, 53, had a “friendly visit” on the New York City set on May 29, a source close to the show tells Page Six, sparking speculation of her casting on HBO’s “Sex and the City” spinoff.

We’re told that Carpenter spoke with producers, crew members and series star Kristin Davis, who plays the beloved character of Charlotte York. 

The “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” alum had a “friendly visit” on the New York City set of HBO’s “Sex and the City” spinoff on May 29, a source close to the show tells Page Six.  Charisma Carpenter/Instagram
We’re told that Carpenter spoke with producers, crew members and series star Kristin Davis, who plays the beloved character of Charlotte York.  Charisma Carpenter/Instagram

Our insider points out that there are typically no “AJLT” set visits without some type of appearance being discussed. 

Carpenter, for her part, raved about her day on set in an ensuing Instagram post. 

“A very cool set visit today w characters I have watched and loved for decades,” she captioned a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos. “Thanks friend! You know who you are! Xoxoxo.”

Our insider points out that there are typically no “AJLT” set visits without some type of appearance being discussed.  Charisma Carpenter/Instagram
Carpenter, for her part, raved about her day on set in an ensuing Instagram post.  Charisma Carpenter/Instagram

Carpenter added, “Big Charlotte eyes, excitement!”

Fans flooded her comments section with excited reactions to a potential gig on “AJLT.” 

“Omg are you in it next season?!?” one person asked, while another wrote, “If this means what I think it means, you’ve just made by day!”

“A very cool set visit today w characters I have watched and loved for decades,” she enthused in her caption. Charisma Carpenter/Instagram
Fans flooded the actress’ comments section with excited reactions to a potential gig on “AJLT.”  Photograph by Craig Blankenhorn / HBO Max

Another chimed in, “WHAAAAAATTTTTT OMG! Cannot wait to see you on the show.” 

Reps for Carpenter and HBO did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment on casting speculation. 

The actress — best known for her work on “Buffy,” its spinoff “Angel,” “Charmed” and “Veronica Mars” — has long been a “Sex and the City” franchise enthusiast. 

The actress has long been a “Sex and the City” franchise enthusiast.  Getty Images
She is best known for her work on “Buffy,” its spinoff “Angel,” “Charmed” and “Veronica Mars.” ©20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection

Before “And Just Like That” premiered in December 2021, Carpenter divulged that she is a big fan of Samantha Jones, the super sex-positive PR guru played by Kim Cattrall, who did not appear in Season 1 but made a cameo in its sophomore installment. 

“Samantha was (the one) sexing in the city the most. With ALL THE BEST DIALOGUE. That character dies, the show as we knew it does too,” Carpenter wrote via X (formerly Twitter) in January 2021. 

“#mytwocents,” she added. 

Before “And Just Like That” premiered in December 2021, Carpenter divulged that she is a big fan of Samantha Jones, the super sex-positive PR guru played by Kim Cattrall — who did not participate in Season 1 but made a cameo in Season 2. AMANDA MATLOVICH/NETFLIX
“Samantha was (the one) sexing in the city the most. With ALL THE BEST DIALOGUE,” the star wrote via social media at the time. Charisma Carpenter/Instagram

Perhaps she manifested Cattrall’s triumphant — albeit brief — comeback, as well as her own spot on “AJLT.” 

Production for Season 3 is currently underway. 

The show made headlines last month when Sarah Jessica Parker, who plays fashionista Carrie Bradshaw, wore an odd hat that fans described as “unhinged” — and even compared to a “pillowcase” — during filming.