It follows reports that the star was in ‘final negotiations’ for a sequel series on Hulu.
Gellar posted a statement to social media, in which she said “you might have heard some news this week, but I realise you haven’t heard from me”.
She went on to say “we will only make this show if we know we can do it right”, and that they “are on the path there”.
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The iconic vampire show was created by Joss Whedon and first aired from 1997 to 2003.
As reported by E! News, the revival has been described as “the next chapter in the Buffyverse” by 20th Television and Searchlight TV.
Sarah, 47, is expected to reprise her role as Buffy Summers in the show, over two decades since the original programme ended its run.
It’s also believed that original showrunner Whedon won’t be involved, following misconduct allegations which surfaced in 2021.
According to Variety, the upcoming project would focus on a new Slayer, with Buffy appearing as a recurring character rather than the lead.
Meanwhile, Sarah recently suggested any revival of ‘Buffy’ would need a younger star in the lead role.
She told Britain’s HELLO! Magazine: “It’s been 20 years so I’d need a lot of plastic surgery!
“I don’t know if I would approach playing her any differently. Buffy is such a beautiful character – that never changes.
“But I think they’ll get someone younger if she does come back.
“If people think I can still save the world and kick butt, I’m OK with that.”
Sarah – who has Charlotte, 15, and Rocky, 12, with husband Freddie Prinze Jr. – also suggested the show ended on the right note, and doesn’t have any unfinished business.
Speaking of where she thinks her alter ego is now, she said: “I like to think she’s living a good life, a peaceful life, without having to do all the slayings she used to.
“But I’m happy with how we ended things. I love playing her and I feel proud of what she stood for – what she still stands for.”
