Smallville fans may find it strange to see the man who portrayed pure evil as Lionel Luthor, the morally ambiguous father of Lex Luthor, in a romantic role. But I find the whole idea very interesting. It’s really unfortunate that Glover has been playing just villain when he has such multifaceted talent. He has done diverse and interesting dramatic roles on stage like Tony Award-winning turn in Love! Valour! Compassion! And I am sure it will be fun to watch him return to television in a role that would not inspire our hatred.

It is still unknown when he would make his appearance but it has been confirmed that he would play the love interest of Saul (Ron Rifkin). Saul is the most reserved member of the Walker family who has been struggling with his homosexuality. He recently comes to terms with it after denying it for years. Watching his metamorphosis has been very fascinating. He recently decided to quit Ojai Foods after Holly and Tommy made too many alterations in the business. He takes this opportunity to retire and spend rest of his years looking for love. If Michael Ausiello of Entertainment Weekly is to be believed, then he is going to find love for at least three episodes. Ausiello reports that Saul would meet Andrew (Glover) while attending a symphony and the two soon bond over music, books, art and other classier things in life. I am sure if the whole thing clicks with the audiences, the creators would extend Glover’s role and may even make him a regular. After all, Rifkin is too good an actor to be kept in closet and it can not be denied that he has been underutilized in the series so far. The But considering the fact how crazy Walkers family can be at times, it would not be any surprise if Saul’s boy friend flees after just few episodes.