Sandra Bernhard Creates Lesbian Drama On 'Hot In Cleveland'
by Chris Harnick, posted Dec 7th 2011 10:00AM
'Hot In Cleveland' is no stranger to over-the-top guest stars.But the Dec. 7 episode takes it to another level when Sandra Bernhard and 'Just Shoot Me' actress Laura San Giacomo make appearances.When Victoria (Wendie Malick) is invited to speak on an A-list gay cruise, she brings Melanie (Valerie Bertinelli), Joy (Jane Leeves) and Elka (Betty White) along for the ride. While aboard the ship, Melanie runs into her estranged sister, played by San Giacomo.
As if that description of the 'Hot In Cleveland' hijinks wasn't enticing enough, AOL TV asked Bernhard why she thinks viewers should check out her episode.
"Well, because I am one of the great comedic actresses on television," she said with a laugh. "I always bring my inimitable style and twists to every part and you don't get to see enough of me, so when I'm there, you better take advantage of it."
On 'Hot in Cleveland,' Bernhard plays Nan, the girlfriend of San Giacomo's character. But the two don't stay a happy couple for long.
"I end up hitting on Valerie Bertinelli and then break up with Laura San Giacomo, who is my girlfriend, who is also fabulous," Bernhard said.
'Hot In Cleveland' airs Wednesdays, 10PM ET on TV Land
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