Maybe we haven't seen the last of Aria in the Pretty Little Liars universe. Ahead of the premiere of the sequel series, Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, on HBO Max this month, original series star Lucy Hale hosted the premiere of the new show. Speaking with Extra at the event, Hale described how coming back to host the spinoff's premiere felt like a full-circle moment as it had her recalling when she first joined Pretty Little Liars and how it forever changed her life.

"It's definitely full-circle. I think I knew when I booked Pretty Little Liars that my life was going to change, but the magnitude of it, I had no idea. I didn't think I'd be hosting something for a reimagining of the story... I'm honored and I'm excited... I watched the first two episodes and it's really freaking cool."

Hale went on to describe her reaction to watching the new series, appreciating that Original Sin offers some familiar elements - such as the introduction of a new "A" - while presenting an all-new take with more of a slasher movie vibe.

"I mean, there's so many parts of it where the original fans will grasp onto, but there is a new take on it. They really hone in on the slasher horror thing, and it's very scary. The acting's great, the writing's great, and it's really fun, but there's enough newness that it feels really fresh."

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Lucy Hale Just Might Join the New Cast in Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin

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All too often, actors who'd spent many years on a television series are eager to move on once the show is over so they can stay focused on new projects rather than remain in the past. This is not how Hale feels, as she regaled to Extra. While Hale has certainly kept herself busy with new roles in the years since Pretty Little Liars ended, she has been keeping the door open with a "never say never" attitude about a possible return of Aria, though nothing is set in stone at this time.

"You know, I think there's something really special about how separate they are. There's a familiar quality, but I think keeping the stories very separate is great too. Who knows. Would I be a mom? I could be a mom. I never say never, so, we'll see."

In any case, the ball seems to be in Hale's court, as series co-creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa has left an "open invitation" for a special appearance. As for who will appear on the show, Original Sin stars Chander Kinney, Maia Reficco, Bailee Madison, Zaria, Malia Pyles, Alex Aiono, Malory Bechtel, and Eric Johnson. Because the series takes place in the same universe as the original series, there will always be the chance that original Pretty Little Liars characters could appear, though it's worth noting that the new series is set about 20 years after the events of the original series.