Entertainment
Smallville at 25: Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum Reflect
Twenty-five years after its premiere, the iconic series 'Smallville' remains a landmark in superhero television. Starring Tom Welling as Clark Kent and Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor, the show pioneered the origin story format by exploring the complex friendship between the future hero and his eventual nemesis before their inevitable falling out. In a recent retrospective, the lead actors discussed the show's legacy, their enduring off-screen friendship, and the challenges of production. They touched upon memorable guest stars like Christopher Reeve and Amy Adams, as well as the behind-the-scenes contract disputes that led to Rosenbaum's temporary departure and his emotional return for the series finale.