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| The Andrea Parker NBC Live Chat
Transcript This chat took place on the 16th of Novemeber (or 17th in Aussie-Land) and I had the luck of being able to attend. And, I believe, it was worth it (the $4.50 my school library charged me to go on the net), to not only read other people's comments and questions, but to have my own question answered! Ok, ok, the entire answer consisted of two whole letters but that's not the point! ;o) This is the transcript with out everyone else's chatting in it, if you'd like a copy of that one, email me. And NBC, if I'm breaking a law, forgive me, I'm not worth sueing. |
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MeriCCC`: Welcome to the
DAYTIME CENTRAL CHAT WITH ANDREA PARKER FROM NBC¹S "THE PRETENDER" from the NBC Live Studio at Talk City! <NBCLive> MeriCCC`: Tonight from the NBC Live Studio at Talk City, we¹re proud to present Andrea parker from NBC¹s "The Pretender". Question from -- guest-iloveclive14 says: Hey Andrea.....Who is ur role model Andrea Parker -- My mother. She is intelligent and strong. Andrea Parker -- and independent! Question from -- hollyv says: Hey Andrea, just wanted to know if you'll be working on any other films, or tv movies in the future? Andrea Parker -- Of course! Question from -- guest-jahan says: Here is a question for Ms. Andrea Parker: Is this the last season! it seems The Pretender is running out of stories! Andrea Parker -- OOOHHH you are so cold! Is this Mr. Raines? Question from -- guest-ilovejarod says: I love that your character's name matches yours. What is the atmosphere on the set? Is everybody nice? Do you guys joke around? Andrea Parker -- I work with the most talented and loving crew imaginable. When the cameras aren't rolling there is much laughter! Question from -- guest-didi says: Andrea, Do you find that your character is becoming more "humane" in her dealings with Jarod, Bruts and Sidney? In one of the first shows were you "involved" with Lyle? I think Jarod and Miss Parker have a close attachment "she" is afraid to admit. I really love your character and the facial expressions are the greatest aling with the comments...don't stop! Andrea Parker -- Unfort. yes!!!...hahaha. Thank you for the remarks. Question from -- guest-peggy says: How alike is your personality and the character you play? Andrea Parker -- That depends on my mood. These days I am feeling closer to Miss Parker than ever before. Question from -- guest-southernbelle says: Will we be seeing a romantic involvement between Jarod and Miss Parker in the future? Andrea Parker -- I honestly don't know. Question from -- guest-leslie_71 says: Andrea...The Pretender has gotten even better this year! How has the show changed from the first season? Andrea Parker -- That's a tough one...how do you think it has changed? Question from -- guest-southernbelle says: What are your thoughts on Miss Parker's relationship with her father now that Lyle is in the picture? Andrea Parker -- Just wait. You haven't seen nothing yet! Question from -- guest-ilovejarod says: What do you like best about your character? What would you like to see happen with your character? Andrea Parker -- I appreciate her sarcasm more than any of her qualities. Pretty much anything I would like to see her experience will happen when the series is though. Andrea Parker -- The only other thing I would like to play up more is her quitting smoking. Question from -- guest-julie1 says: Salut Andrea! Do you think there are real PRETENDER in the world? Andrea Parker -- Wouldn't that be nice? Look out Saddam Hussein! Question from -- guest-justdandy1 says: I love how all of the characters continue to evolve. Outstanding Acting! Question: In your opinion, given everything that has transpired, does Miss Parker REALLY want Jarod returned to the Center? Andrea Parker -- You had to go deep. That is intensely complicated. I would like to keep my artistic choices personal .What would you like to think? Question from -- guest-midori_special says: If Miss Parker were captured by people-eating cows from outer space, would she use brains or brawn to escape? Question from -- guest-midori_special says: The Pretender is the BEST show on TV. Everyone loves Miss Parker! Do you have any input in your character's development or actions? Andrea Parker -- Most def. Question from -- guest-kathleen says: Is it a coincidence that your character's name and yours are the same? Andrea Parker -- Complete and total. Question from -- mericcc says: guest-Aleri> Andrea, how did you get into acting? I love your character on the Pretender! Andrea Parker -- It was a natural progession from my years on stage as a dancer. Question from -- guest-msparker_80 says: In the future, do you see yourself in front, or behind the cameras? Andrea Parker -- Both. Question from -- guest-jen says: Andrea I'm a huge fan of the show. Is there any episode ideas that you're pushing the writers for?? Andrea Parker -- Really, all I want to see more of that they havent written for already is the smoking issue. Question from -- guest-pixie says: What is the most bizarre question you have been asked in an interview? Andrea Parker -- That people eating cow one! Question from -- guest-susie says: Do you like the stylish clothes you get to wear on the set? Do you get to keep them? Do you usually where that kind of clothing? Andrea Parker -- I think my costume designer is a goddess. I look forward to every fitting. I am her personal Barbie doll and spoiled rotten. Andrea Parker -- My character preperation is complete when I step into wardrobe..but there is no way in hell that you would find me in any of those clothes or shoes on my own time!!!!!!!!!!! Andrea Parker -- Mostly because that fastidiously attire is related to Miss Parker and her behaviour. When you see me onthe street, if I am not working or partying, you will find me in jeans and no makeup. Question from -- guest-pyrephox18 says: What would you like to see happen with your character, that you know never will? Andrea Parker -- Miss Parker would kick "Xena's" ass! Question from -- guest-mush says: Fan from Nebraska here -- will you please describe Miss Parker's ring for us? Andrea Parker -- Cold metal square. Just like her heart. Question from -- guest-laurarae_85 says: Does your charcter have any love relationships in this season? Andrea Parker -- Yes. Question from -- patrickphile says: Andrea, how do you choose the roles you take? Are there certain character types you like to play, or certain things you look for in a script? Andrea Parker -- First is the quality of the scripts and depending on whether it is tv or film, I look at the producers or directors. Mostly it is the writing. Question from -- guest-Ambrosia says: Are you worried about being type cast as 'Miss Parker'? Andrea Parker -- No. Question from -- guest-arkhamer says: Did you ever think you're character would be this popular? Andrea Parker -- Tell the truth, I am surprised that she isn't more popular than she is. She is refreshing, dynamic and masculine. I could go on and on with adjectives to describe how diff. she is from other tv characters. Andrea Parker -- female characters! Question from -- guest-pixie says: Do you receive weird fan mail more suited to your character not yourself? Andrea Parker -- but I do appreciate not being shoved down people's throats. Andrea Parker -- no. Question from -- hollyv says: Hey Andrea, Do you have a favorite Play, or Opera? Andrea Parker -- My fav.play is "Who's afraid of Virginia Woolf". My fav.opera is "Carmen" which I just saw.... with Pavarotti Question from -- guest-steph2-1974 says: what was yoor first acting job? Andrea Parker -- Seinfeld-The Emmy award winning "The Contest" episode Question from -- guest-jen says: What part of the country do you film your episodes in? Andrea Parker -- Blue Cove, DE. Question from -- guest-parkerfanatic says: Do you watch The Pretender when it airs or don't you like to watch yourself on TV? Andrea Parker -- I usually view each show prior to airing. Question from -- guest-midori_special says: Do you have any advice for aspiring actors or actresses? Andrea Parker -- Follow your dream and don't ever give up. Question from -- eliciab says: Miss Parker seems to get softer and more caring, do you like this change ? Andrea Parker -- No Question from -- guest-leslie_71 says: Andrea, Ms Parker is such a serious character. Would you ever want to try acting in a sitcom in the future? Andrea Parker -- My experience has been more comedic than dramatic. I supported myself as a guest artist on many diff. sitcoms. I have even had quite a few sitcom pilots that never flew. My love is comedy, but I can't help but enjoy being mean and ornery. Besides I think Miss Parker offers a lot of comic relief to the Pretender. <NBCLive> NBC_Live: Here's our next to last question... Question from -- guest-chauchi says: What's it like working with a costar you hardly ever see??? Andrea Parker -- The perfect marriage. <NBCLive> NBC_Live: And here's the last question..... Question from -- guest-missy says: I love when your character lets the guys have it. Do you ever help the writers with those zingers? Andrea Parker -- I wish the writers were always with me. <NBCLive> NBC_Live: Thank you Andrea Parker for chatting with us...Stay tuned for our next chat! |
