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  3. 'Sweet Magnolias': The Cast Of The Netflix Series In Real Life!

'Sweet Magnolias': The Cast Of The Netflix Series In Real Life!

Tania Calderón / July 12, 2025 - 06:30 pm

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Joanna Garcia Swisher

Joanna Garcia Swisher plays "Maddie Townsend".

"Maddie" is a resilient and determined woman, she is a recently divorced mother of three children. She juggles the challenges of being a business owner, single mother, and finding love again. Maddie's strength lies in her unwavering loyalty to her friends and family, making her a pillar of support for those around her.

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Heather Headley

Heather Headley plays "Helen Decatur".

"Helen" is a talented and successful lawyer who returns to her hometown of Serenity. She is fiercely loyal to her friends and family, especially "Maddie" and "Dana Sue". Helen's journey revolves around finding a balance between her ambitious career in Chicago and her personal life in Serenity. Her warm and caring nature makes her an essential anchor in the lives of her loved ones.

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Brooke Elliott

Brooke Elliott plays "Dana Sue Sullivan".

"Dana Sue" is a passionate chef and restaurant owner, known for her strong-willed and protective nature. She is a single mother to her daughter, "Annie", and faces various challenges while managing her business. Despite her sometimes tough exterior, "Dana Sue" deeply cares for her friends and demonstrates unwavering support when they need her the most.

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Jamie Lynn Spears

Jamie Lynn Spears plays "Noreen Fitzgibbons".

"Noreen" is "Bill's" energetic and caring girlfriend. She tries to fit into the lives of the "Townsend" family while dealing with her own personal challenges.

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Chris Klein

Chris Klein plays "Bill Townsend".

"Bill" is "Maddie's" ex-husband and a prominent physician in Serenity. He tries to rebuild his relationship with his children and remains an active presence in their lives despite the divorce.

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Harlan Drum

Harlan Drum plays "Erik Whitley".

"Erik" is a wise and supportive figure in the town of Serenity. As the coach of the high school football team, he also serves as a mentor to "Ty Townsend" and offers valuable guidance to those around him.

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Carson Rowland

Carson Rowland plays "Ty Townsend".

"Ty" is "Maddie" and "Bill's" rebellious teenage son. He grapples with his feelings about the divorce and tries to find his path while experiencing both successes and setbacks.

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Justin Bruening

Justin Bruening plays "Cal Maddox".

A former professional baseball player, "Cal" is "Maddie's" charming and persistent love interest. He brings a touch of romance and determination to the series.

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Brandon Quinn

Brandon Quinn plays "Ronnie Sullivan".
"Ronnie" is "Dana Sue's" ex-husband and a firefighter. He is devoted to his daughter, "Annie", and strives to co-parent amicably with "Dana Sue" despite their past differences.

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Dion Johnstone

Dion Johnstone plays "Erik Whitley".

"Erik" is a wise and supportive figure in Serenity, serving as the high school football coach. He becomes a mentor to "Ty" and offers valuable guidance to the younger characters.

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'Sweet Magnolias' is a heartwarming Netflix series that follows the lives of three lifelong friends, Maddie Townsend (played by Joanna Garcia Swisher), Helen Decatur (played by Heather Headley), and Dana Sue Sullivan (played by Brooke Elliott), as they navigate the challenges of love, family, and career in the small town of Serenity, South Carolina. 

Meet the Real-Life Sweet Magnolias Cast!

The series showcases the enduring power of friendship and community support, as the trio opens a spa together and faces both joys and hardships.

See what the cast looks like in real life in our gallery!

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