Scott Foley was in the spotlight at the New York City premiere of his new series, It’s Not Like That, on Jan. 21. The actor, 53, shared how his Scandal co-stars still chat daily and who tops the list of wild messages.
At a Glance
- Group chat still active: Foley and former Scandal castmates keep texting.
- Wildest texter: Katie Lowes, according to Foley, sends the most outrageous messages.
- New show debut: It’s Not Like That premieres two episodes on Prime Video on January 25.
- Why it matters: Foley highlights the lasting friendships forged on a long-running show, underscoring the value of off-screen chemistry.
Scandal’s Enduring Bond
During the event, Foley admitted that the Scandal group chat is still alive and well. “Probably Katie Lowes. I mean, she just doesn’t care. That’s her motto in life, and she’s so beautiful and talented, and we just let her do what she wants,” he said.
He explained that the camaraderie began when the show first aired in 2012 and ran until 2018. He joined the series in the second half of season 2 before becoming a series regular. “You always hope that the job is long-running, right? It means I don’t have to go look for more work. But in that equation, the benefit of having a long-running show is that you really get to know each other,” Foley told News Of Los Angeles.
> “And this was a show where we not only spent a ton of time on set with each other, but off set,” he continued. “We enjoyed each other’s company, and I’m so grateful for all the connections that I have made with these people. We have a text chain. I talk to them all the time.”
The group chat’s continued activity reflects the strong bonds formed during the series’ seven seasons. The cast list includes Kerry Washington, Katie Lowes, Tony Goldwyn, Darby Stanchfield, Bellamy Young, Jeff Perry, Joe Morton, and Guillermo Díaz.
Foley’s New Venture
It’s Not Like That is a fresh project for Foley, which debuted on Prime Video with two episodes on January 25. The show marks a new chapter in his career, following his time as Jake Ballard, the White House Chief of Staff, in Scandal.
During the premiere, Foley was surprised with a video from Kerry Washington, who voiced her support for the new project and told him how she was proud. Washington’s encouragement underscores the lasting respect among former co-stars.
Behind the Scenes: The Bahamas Flight
Foley recalled his most memorable Scandal moment, flying on a private jet to the Bahamas with Kerry Washington. “There’s always a new element thrown at me. Like when Olivia agrees to go away with Jake. They put us on a plane to the Bahamas. It was just Kerry and me and a very skeleton crew,” he said. “That was my most memorable time.”
> “Because Scandal was at the time really popular and we didn’t want the storyline to get out, Disney flew us on a private jet down there,” Foley added. “It was a really amazing experience and it’s something that I will never forget.”
The flight was a strategic move by Disney to keep the plot under wraps while giving the cast a unique experience.
Cast and Crew
| Cast Member | Role | Notable Contributions |
|---|---|---|
| Kerry Washington | President | Lead, central to plot |
| Katie Lowes | Olivia Pope | Key strategist |
| Tony Goldwyn | President | Supporting leadership |
| Darby Stanchfield | Abby Whelan | Analyst |
| Bellamy Young | Maya Lewis | Political advisor |
| Jeff Perry | President | Executive presence |
| Joe Morton | President | Veteran political figure |
| Guillermo Díaz | Cyrus Beene | Power broker |
Foley’s interactions with these actors extended beyond the set. He described how the group chat keeps the conversation flowing, illustrating the depth of their friendship.
Looking Ahead
With It’s Not Like That now on Prime Video, Foley continues to build on the relationships he cultivated during Scandal. The new series offers a platform for him to explore fresh storytelling while maintaining the strong network of former castmates.
The enduring group chat and the support from colleagues like Kerry Washington signal that the bonds formed on Scandal will influence Foley’s future projects.
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