John Schneider to Play Key Role on Desperate Housewives

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John Schneider is coming to Smallville... and Desperate Housewives!

The actor who plays Clark's father on that CW hit is also coming on board the ABC dramedy in the role of a dad: EW reports that Schneider will portray the man responsible for bringing Brian Austin Green's new handyman character into the world.

The veteran actor will appear in multiple episodes and first show up on the season's seventh installment.

Desperate Housewives returns on September 26 and you can view clips from the premiere NOW!

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Dr. Barr: Hey there. I was surprised to hear you wanted a session.
Bree: Well, there's nothing like being tied to a bed to change a girl's mind.
Dr. Barr: What do you wanna talk about?
Bree: Anything at all. As you said, I...I have a lot of issues.
Dr. Barr: Well, I assumed as much when you told the ridiculous story about your daughter running off with a murderer.
Bree: Saw right through that, did ya?
Dr. Barr: Well, I'm a trained professional, Bree. The human mind is my playground.
Bree: Well, I'm glad that you're having fun.

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