At the 2025 Tribeca Festival premiere of her most recent movie, The Best You Can, Heather Burns openly discussed her excitement about a possible sequel that would see Sandra Bullock possible return for Miss Congeniality 3. Burns, well-known for playing Cheryl Frasier, the pageant contestant from Rhode Island in Miss Congeniality, made it clear that she is eager to participate in another chapter of the film series.
In an interview, she stated,
“Miss Congeniality’ film. I would love it. That was one of the best experiences of my life,”
—Heather Burns, Actress. Burns reminisced about making the previous movies and expressed the sense of joy she felt, revealing,
“It was so much fun making both of those films. I’m actually here with one of the other actresses. Melissa De Sousa, she played Miss New York, she’s my date tonight, which is wonderful.”
—Heather Burns, Actress.
Friendships Endure Among Cast Members Over the Years
Even though it has been a quarter century since the debut of the first Miss Congeniality film, Heather Burns noted how bonds formed during those years have lasted. She emphasized the lasting connection with her co-star, remarking,
“I made lifelong friends with Sandra Bullock,”
—Heather Burns, Actress. She also enthusiastically endorsed the idea of another sequel, declaring,
“It’s just a dream. So yes, a third [movie], I would jump at it.”
—Heather Burns, Actress.
Burns and Bullock worked together again after the original film on the romantic comedy Two Weeks Later, demonstrating the ongoing collaborations and friendships established through their work in the movie industry.
Burns’ New Film and Her Continued Passion for Acting
At the same premiere, Burns discussed her latest feature, The Best You Can, which features stars like Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Brittany O’Grady, and Judd Hirsch. She explained the film’s appeal, describing its plot as
“two halves of an unlikely friendship between a security guard and a urologist whose chance encounter blooms into something deeper.”
—Film Description.
Reflecting on her role and the project, Burns shared,
“I loved the script, first and foremost. I love these kinds of films. I guess I would call it a dramedy. It was beautiful. I was moved by it,”
—Heather Burns, Actress. She also expressed admiration for her co-stars, adding,
“I just thought it would be amazing to get to work with Kyra, and I’ve worshiped Judd Hirsch my whole life. I grew up watching ‘Taxi,’ and Kevin Bacon as well. So I just was thrilled to be a part of it.”
—Heather Burns, Actress.
What a Third Movie Could Mean for the Franchise
With Heather Burns expressing her willingness to be involved and acknowledging the close relationships she maintains with Sandra Bullock and other cast members, talks of Sandra Bullock possibly returning for Miss Congeniality 3 bring renewed hope for longtime fans. If a third installment comes to fruition, it could provide both nostalgia and a fresh take on the beloved franchise, highlighting the continued camaraderie among its stars and drawing in a new generation of viewers.
