'United We Fall': Meet Bill Sasso, Christina Vidal-Mitchel and the rest of the cast of the hilarious ABC sitcom
Are you ready for another ABC family sitcom? This July the network brings to you, 'United We fall' chronicling the lives of Bill (Will Sasso) and Jo (Christina Vidal-Mitchel) as parents. With many people around to judge them including a mother-in-law and their own kids, viewers can see the young people make it through everyday life as they take care of their young ones. Many are looking forward to the comedy but before that, it's time to the cast which will bring this comedy alive
Will Sasso as Bill
Sasso is recognized for being part of many films such as Mooska in 'The Orville' (2018-2019), Hank Vilmes in 'Drop Dead Gorgeous' (1999) and let's not forget 'Happy Gilmore'. His recent works include the film 'Irresistible' (2020) where he plays the role of Big Mike, 'Boss Level' starring Mel Gibson (2020) where he plays the role of Brett and BaBa in 'Inside Game' (2019). Some may also recognize him from Netflix's 'Klaus' where Sasso voices Mr. Ellingboe, Terry in 'American Woman' (2018), and Mike in Indie drama 'The Grizzlies' (2018). The actor's other notable works include 'Shameless,' 'Modern Family,' 'Budding Prospects,' and ' Curb your Enthusiasm.' In 2019, at the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles, Sasso shared a win for 'Best Ensemble Cast' with his castmates for 'Inside Game'.
Christina Vidal-Mitchel as Jo
Christina who is mostly remembered as Maddie from the oldie 'Freaky Friday' (2003) was born in New York and as per ABC started acting in elementary school. The 1993 film 'Life With Mikey' was Christina's debut in the industry and she also became the " first Puerto Rican child actress to play a lead in an American film," with her role, Angie Vega. Her other notable works include her role as Taina Maria Morales in 'Taina' (2001-2002), Christine in 'See No Evil' (2006), Lola Fuentes in 'Curse of the Fuentes Women' (2015), Gina Perello in 'Code Black' (2015-2016) and Detective Ayala in 2019's 'Grand Hotel.' ABC reports that the actresses has musical talent as well (as seen in 'Freaky Friday') and has collaborated with big names such as Will Smine and Sabrina Bryan.
Guillermo Diaz as Chuy
Diaz is fondly remembered for his role as Scarface in 'Half Baked' (1998), Guillermo in 'Weeds' (2007-2012) and most recently, Huck in 'Scandal' (2017). His other notable works include 'Party Girl,' 'Stonewall,' 'All The Little Things We Kill' and 'Cop Out.' The actor's directorial debut was with the film titled 'Valley of the Undocumented' as ABC reported was produced by Russell Simmons and Mark Zuckerberg for Immigrant Heritage Month.
Jane Curtin as Sandy
Curtin is remembered for her 1975 debut in the 'Not Ready for Prime Time Players' on 'Saturday Night Live', Dr. Mary Albright from '3rd Rock from the Sun' (1996-2001), Allie Lowell / Allie Barsky in 'Kate & Allie'(1984-1989) and Joyce Klaven in 'I Love You, Man' (2009). In 1984 and 1956 5, Curtin won the Primetime Emmy for 'Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series' for 'Kate & Allie' and in 1992 she won a CableACE for 'Entertainment Host' for 'Retaining Laughter.' The actress' other notable works include, 'Common Ground,' 'Divorce Wars,' 'Maybe Baby,' 'I Don't Know How She Does It' and most recently, 'The Heat,' 'Unforgettable,' 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?' and 'The Spy Who Dumped Me.'
Ella Grace Helton as Emily Ryan
ABC reports that Helton has a career in TV, film, commercials, and even Broadway at the tender age of 6. Besides 'United We Fall,' Helton will star opposite Adam Sandler in the role of Jessa Phillips in 'Hubie Halloween' (2020).The network also reveals that the little actress has been part of 14 commercials including Gerber and Disney. Her Broadway works include 'Waitress' where Helton played the role of Lulu at the age of five.
Other members of the cast include Olivia Taylor Cohen as Marta, Gloria Calderon Kellett as Ms. Molina, Allyson Juliette as Kimmy, Sarah Levy as Kendra, Hillary Anne Matthews as Jane Costa, Jason Michael Snow as Gary and many more. The official synopsis of the sitcom reads, "A family sitcom that follows the trials and tribulations of Jo and Bill, parents of two young kids, as they try to make it day-to-day as a functioning family."
Catch 'United We Fall' with two back-to-back episodes on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at 8 pm ET on ABC. Watch the trailer below.