As 2025 approaches, Annie Potts delighted her fans with an unexpected New Year’s Eve treat, revealing her recent visit to some iconic Ghostbusters territory.
In a cheerful post on social media, Potts shared a snapshot of herself outside Hook & Ladder 8, the famed New York City firehouse recognized as the exterior of the Ghostbusters’ headquarters. She accompanied the photo with a heartfelt message: “What’s better than turning a corner in Manhattan and running into a familiar face? Wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy New Year!”
Enhancing the magic of the moment was the festive transformation of Hook & Ladder 8, now adorned with seasonal holiday decorations—a sight that has generated excitement among fans this month.
Potts has a long-standing connection to the firehouse, having first appeared as the iconic receptionist Janine Melnitz in the original Ghostbusters film. She reprised her role in all subsequent sequels, including the latest installment, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. In this film, Janine stepped out from behind her desk, donning a suit for the first time, a moment Potts described as a delightful surprise during production.
Reflecting on her character’s evolution, Potts recounted how director Gil Kenan approached her weeks into filming to share the news: “We think it’s time… We’re gonna have you suit up.” She expressed her joy at this development, noting, “Janine has served long and well, and I felt like she was finally getting her stripes.”
Fortunately for Potts, suiting up did not involve wearing a full proton pack. Instead, Janine wielded a modified proton blaster on her arm, something the actress appreciated, humorously adding, “Thank God I didn’t have to put a pack on because they’re murderously heavy, and us OGs are getting on a bit.”
This festive surprise from Annie Potts not only evokes nostalgia for Ghostbusters fans but also highlights her beloved character’s lasting legacy in the franchise. The celebration at Hook & Ladder 8 embodies the joy and spirit of both the New Year and the cherished Ghostbusters universe.