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Hollander to try series for Fox!
David Hollander, Pittsburgh native and creator of "The Guardian," has signed
to write and executive-produce a drama pilot for Fox in addition to his planned Pittsburgh-set ABC
series.
For a full report on event,click here. Thanks Sharon
 Discuss this news iteam here.
4 new old GL pic of Wendy!
4 new GL pic of Wendy. To view these photos, click on the following Web address here.
A new old GL pic of Wendy and Frank!
A new GL pic of Wendy and Frank. To view this photo, click on the following Web address here.
Simon Joins World's Leading Women Surfers!
The Rip Curl Pro at California's legendary Malibu Beach – the
first stand-alone women's professional world championship surfing competition on the USA mainland –
is all set to re-start the battle for the 2004 world title this weekend.
Today's celebrity guests were all invited because of their personal passion for surfing, to help raise the profile
of the competition and highlight the efforts of the Heal The Bay Foundation, a local environmental group
campaigning against the pollution of the Santa Monica Bay, home to Malibu.
For a full report on event,click here.
Check out the pictures by clicking here.
Simon's new movie!
Simon Baker , John Leguizamo, Asia Argento, and Robert
Joy are joining the previously cast Dennis Hopper in George A. Romero's Land of the Dead which starts filming
on October 11 in Toronto and will be distributed by Universal Pictures.
Written and
directed by Romero, "Land of the Dead" is set in the modern world. The living inhabit a walled-in
city, protected from the walking dead that populate the wasteland beyond. Baker, Argento and Leguizamo
will all play a team of soldiers sent out to do battle with the gathering and evolving zombie threat in a fearsome, beweaponed
tank-like vehicle called the Dead Reckoning.
Mark Canton, who is producing through his Atmosphere MM shingle,
said the film also will feature cameos.
For a full report on event,click here.
News from The Guardian Tribute!
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A briefcase used by Simon Baker in the late great CBS drama " The Guardian" fetched
$5,500 in an auction held Saturday night at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center to benefit KidsVoice,
the local legal aid organization for at-risk children on which the show was based.For a full report on event,click here.
Pics of The Guardian Tribute!
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There are some wonderful pics of The Guardian Tribute from Sharon. To view these photos,
click on the following Web address here. Thanks Sharon for the pics.
More information from Alan Rosenberg's new show "Partners"!
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| Vyto Ruginis, Alan Rosenberg and Jennifer Flynn from "Partners" |
| Writer Allan Katz works on rewrites with Vyto |
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| Bill Saluga, Jennifer Flynn, Alan Rosenberg and Zane Buzby for the premire with the Delaware Theatre |
The stars are eager to get back to New York, too, at least for a while. Both have spent many years in Hollywood. Alan
Rosenberg has been a regular on such shows as " L.A. Law," " Chicago Hope" and " The
Guardian" (as Alvin Masterson). Adding to the star power, Rosenberg's wife, Marg Helgenberger
of " CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," is expected to be in Wilmington for the opening Saturday. For a full
report on event,click hereand here. Thanks Sharon for the articles.
Alan stars in New Series for The Als Associaton!
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| Denise Glass and Mike Gagner, who both have ALS. Rosenberg , a volunteer for The ALSA. |
Alan played good guys and bad guys, and now he definitely a hero in the eyes of The ALS Association
and thousands upon thousands of ALS patients across the United States.Rosenberg
has become a rebel with a cause for ALSA as a spokesperson and a devoted friend to a person with the disease,
a single woman with no children.For a full report on event,click here. Thanks Sharon for the article.
More new pics of Young Simon Baker!
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New pics of Simon Baker when younger from Sharon. To view these photos, click on the following
Web address here . Thanks Sharon for the pics.
More new pics of Young Simon Baker!
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New pics of Simon Baker when younger from Sharon. To view these photos, click on the following
Web address here Thanks Sharon for the pics.
Raphael replaced Alan for KidsVoice's The Guardian Tribute.
Special guests of The Guardian Tribute has been changed from Alan
Rosenberg to Raphael Sbarge.
Thanks Michael
Some photos of Simon Baker from premiere of "We Don't Live Here Anymore"
Some Wonderful Simon's photos from premiere of "We Don't Live Here Anymore". To view these photos,
click on the following web address here .
It's a baby boy!
Wendy had a baby boy and will be returning to LA when Frank's show begins filming. Congrats to her and Frank!
Thanks Sarah
More favorites screencaps of season 3 from Sharon!
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More wonderful screencaps of season 3 from Sharon. To view this photo, click on the following
Web address here. Thanks Sharon for the sceencaps.
Some photos of Alan Rosenberg from premiere of "Frankie and Johnny Are Maried"
Some wonderful Alan's photos from premiere of "Frankie And Johnny Are Married".
To view this photo, click on the following Web address here.
The Guardian Tribute!
KidsVoice and Citizens Bank present The Guardian Tribute.
The show may be gone, but the legacy lives on in the lives of Pittsburghs children.
Date:Saturday, September 18, 2004
Place: David L. Lawrence Convention Center Grand Ballroom
Special Guests: David Hollander and Alan Rosenberg
Please visit KidsVoice.com for more information.
Thanks Michael
Hallmark UK will air season 3 in August!
Season three is being advertised to be shown in August on Hallmark.
Thanks
Eileen
The Ring 2 Teaser Site Online!
DreamWorks is already kicking-off its promos for The Ring 2, which hits
theaters on November 10. The first film featured some of the most unique promotional material (including
tapes of THE video appearing around college campuses and other locations), and now the studio has launched a very interesting
teaser site for the second film.
Naomi Watts and David Dorfman return in the horror sequel, which Hideo
Nakata is directing. Simon Baker, Emily VanCamp, Sissy Spacek, and Elizabeth Perkins round
out the cast. Screenwriter Ehren Kruger also returned for the script of the follow-up.
Check out the stie by clicking here and be sure to stay tuned there for more in the future
From Coming Soon!
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No Protection for Guardain!
The Guardian's Simon baker is not totally disappointed at the cancellation
of the legal drama. He says My wife is still doing backflips at the thought of me not going back to 18-hour days after the
summer and I'm really enjoying spending time with my three kids, he says. The Aussie hunky who is now filming the Ring 2,
says his only complaint was not being told until after the season finale.
From New Zealand TV
Thanks Shirell
News from KidsVoice!
Good Morning Guardian Fans...
My name is Michael Ann and I work for KidsVoice.
My agency was the inspiration for The Guardian. Our executive director, Scott Hollander, is
the brother of David Hollander.
I wanted to be sure to keep all of you in the loop about an exciting event that
we will hold in September to honor the legacy that The Guardian has left for the children of Pittsburgh.
Our
event will be held on September 18th in Pittsburgh at our new convention center. More
details will follow, but one item I can announce is "Behind the Lens" a question and answer session with David Hollander
and Alan Rosenberg.
I will be sure to keep you posted on any new developments and hope that we will be
able to have some of you come to show your support. The show may be gone, but the legacy lives on in the lives of of
Pittsburgh's children.
Thank You
Thanks Michael
TV Q&A with Rob Owen!
Thursday, May 27, 2004
Q: Well CBS did it again!!! They canceled a good show in "The Guardian" only
to replace it with junk. I realize there is nothing the general public can do now to revive the show on CBS and that there
is little chance of it resurfacing on another network, but I just wonder when the network execs will learn to recognize quality?
If history is any indication ... probably never!!!
- Jon Taylor, Wexford
Jon, did CBS send you a tape of "Clubhouse," the show that's replacing "The Guardian"? No? Then how do you know it's junk?
I understand being disappointed when a favorite series is dropped, but let's try to be rational, folks. Read my Saturday column for a glimpse at some of the possible reasons for the show's cancellation.
Q: Many years ago, after ABC canceled "Taxi," NBC picked it up for its last two seasons.
Now that CBS has ditched "The Guardian," which had respectable ratings overall, is there any chance that another network might
pick it up?
- Richard Schultz, Tikva, Israel
Alas, no. I think within the TV business, "The Guardian" is looked at as damaged goods. It never got a critical buzz or
awards, as "Taxi" did, so it won't find a benefactor in another network.
Last call on "The Guardian"!
"It's over. I loved it. It wasn't catching fire," CBS CEO Leslie Moonves said quickly and testily. "We
had three great years in a great time period. Tell your Pittsburgh readers we're very sorry, we loved it
and we're not against doing [another show] again [in Pittsburgh]." For a full report on event,click
here.
New article from PPG!
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"It might be a great time to get back to movies for me, where my life was before and probably rests later, but I will miss
this amazing connection to an audience on a weekly basis, should I do that,"David Hollander said. "It's been a privilege
to write for so many people and have them experience the show. They've been vocal and consistent and it's truly been an honor."
For a full report on event,click here.
More favorites screencaps of season 3 from Sharon!
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More wonderful screencaps of season 3 from Sharon. To view this photo, click on the following
Web address here. Thanks Sharon for the sceencaps.
Screencaps from 319 Remember !
Screencaps from 318 The Bachelor Party !
New article from PPG!
You'd see things on "The Guardian" you wouldn't see on other network shows. The main character, Nick
Fallin, and his father, Burton, had as many failings as strengths. A pair of lawyers leading a high-powered firm,
they punched and kicked a guy in a Downtown garage into unconsciousness one night in a moment of rage after he'd brazenly
stolen their space. For a full report on event,click here.
Would you like to work alongside Simon Baker?
The feature film "The Ring 2" will be filming in Astoria next month,
and director
Hideo Nakata needs some extras. For a full report on event,click here.
Hallmark ASIA will rerun season 1 in June!
Hallmark Asia will finish season 3 in June. They will rerun season 1 to season 3 from June to August. Asia fans to get
the vcrs ready!
Farewell The Guardian!
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"Creatively, I'm happy with where it was when it went," David Hollander said. "There's a lot more to tell,
but it's not a bad stopping point. We weren't stopped in mid-sentence; I feel like we finished a phrase." For a full report
on event,click here.
A new industry AD fromThe Ring 2(Simon's new movie)!
The Guardian Cancelled!
From AP. CBS is canceling "The Guardian." So sad to heard that.
New article from Zap2it.com!
The future of "The Guardian" is in serious doubt, even though the third year drama is a frequent
winner of the Tuesday 9 p.m. ET hour. While the series averages 10.4 million viewers a week (off from 11.8 million last season),
its performance among young adults is weak enough to spell its doom. . For a full report on event,click here.
A new old GL pic of Wendy from Starfest!
A new GL pic of Wendy. To view these photos, click on the following Web address here.
Pics of Young Simon Baker!
Some pics of Simon Baker when younger from Sharon. To view these photos, click on the following
Web address here.Thanks Sharon for the pics.
Screencaps from 317 The Watchers !
New official photos of Wendy!
Some official photos of Wendy. To view these photos, click on the following Web address here
New official photos of Wendy From Nash Bridges!
Some official photos of Wendy from Nash Bridges. To view these photos, click on the
following Web address here .
A new old GL pic of Wendy!
A new GL pic of Wendy. To view these photos, click on the following Web address here.
New article from The Star-Ledger!
As TV's most-watched network, CBS doesn't have a lot of scheduling holes. "The Guardian"
isn't doing badly, but it's at best a reliable singles hitter in a lineup that could use some more doubles and triples. But
the current regime at CBS also has a better sense than any other network of how to program with variety.
If the choice comes down to "The Guardian" or another cookie-cutter police procedural from the Jerry Bruckheimer
factory, it might be nice to go with the one CBS drama that doesn't resemble any other show on television.
For a full report on event,click here.
New article from PPG!
The Guardian had its ups and downs, which will happen when a show runner takes the flying-by-the-seat-of-our-pants
path to plotting as opposed to the plan-it-out-a-season-at-a-time approach. Characters were introduced and then disappeared
without explanation, a frustrating exercise for loyal viewers. But just about every time I thought David Hollander
had painted himself into an unsatisfying corner, he surprised me with an unexpected resolution, the kind that only comes out
of allowing for natural spontaneity in the creative process. For anyone who watches copious amounts of television, surprise
twists are the rarest of TV gifts. For a full report on event,click here.
Screencaps from 316 Sparkle !
Screencaps of Simon From Ellen Show!
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There are some screencaps of Simon from Ellen show. To view this photo, click
on the following Web address here. Thanks Sharon for the sceencaps.
Simon on Ellen Degeners show-April 27/04!
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Simon is on Ellen DeGeneres' show , Tuesday, April 27/04.Everybody get
the vcr ready!
New article from PPG!
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David Hollander speculates that, if renewed, "The Guardian" could draw in more viewers by
becoming "a little less dark, a little less cold and _ Simon Baker will hate me for saying this _ but let's see him
smile and laugh a couple more times."
He acknowledges it's difficult to make promises to change while campaigning on a show's track record.
Hollander won't even try.
"I couldn't promise anything I haven't already delivered. I've already given them 67 hours of television. They know what
`The Guardian' is ... All I can really say is, 'Take me or leave me.'"
For a full report on event,click here.
Help needed From The Florida chapter of the ALS association!
The
March 9 episode of The Guardian
-- featuring the character portrayed by Alan Rosenberg receiving a diagnosis of ALS is getting strong
support in the ALS community. We are now establishing an alliance
with the show that we anticipate will result in a solid relationship with the creators and access to Alan for various
opportunities. Alan visited the National Office recently
to meet with patients and patient services staff from the Los Angeles Chapter in an effort to refine his character for future
episodes.
You can help us as we mobilize a letter writing campaign to support this show and keep the storyline
on the air. This show plans to continue with the ALS theme if it gets
picked up next season. The attached letter has been approved and endorsed by
the show's creator at CBS. Also is a list of CBS executives to direct the letters
to their attention.
Thanks for your help in creating awareness about ALS.
For a full report on event,click here.
Help Save The Guardian From The National Downs Syndrome Society!
With the birth growing closer and the 2004 season coming to a close, THE GUARDIAN has not been renewed
by CBS and has been mentioned in the media as a show that might be cancelled.
The producers of THE GUARDIAN have proven through these recent episodes that they plan to handle the plot
about Down syndrome in a responsible and sensitive manner. They have worked to ensure that their representation
is accurate and realistic. If THE GUARDIAN is renewed for the 2004/2005 season, issues affecting the Down
syndrome community will continue to receive high visibility with a national primetime audience. The public awareness
that can be generated through this type of show is considerable!
For a full report on event,click here.
Screencaps from 315 Without Consent !
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Screencaps from 314 All Is Mended!
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TV's Baby Boom
Wendy Moniz
The Guardian
The Facts Age: 35
Due date: Mid-June
Sex:
Unknown
Husband: Actor Frank Grillo
The Scoop...When Moniz found out she was pregnant with her first child, it was a classic case of life imitating
art. "A month before I got pregnant, I got the script where my character discovers she's pregnant," Moniz says. Although
she didn't love seeing her weight gain captured on screen-"I wondered if the baby was in my stomach or my butt!"- she did
appreciate the perks that came with not having to hide her pregnancy. "They bought me all these great maternity clothes."
LOVED BEING PREGNANT BUT...didn't like developing an aversion to her favorite food, chicken.
From TV Guide
Thanks Marsha
News about Amanda Michalka!
General Hospital has cast teen actress Amanda Michalka in the recurring role of Ashley,
a girl who will figure prominently in the Dillon-Georgie storyline. The daytime newcomer is best known for playing
Shannon on The Guardian. Michalka is on the scene beginning April 28.
From TV Guide
Thanks Jennifer
Screencaps of 307 "Hazel Park" from Sharon!
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There are some screencaps of 307"Hazel Park" from Sharon. To view this photo,
click on the following Web address here. Thanks Sharon for the sceencaps.
Simon Baker enters "The Ring 2"!
Simon Baker has joined DreamWorks' The Ring 2 playing the male lead opposite Naomi Watts (the two are friends in real life) in the ongoing tale of a mysterious videotape
that proves fatal to viewers. The Golden Globe-nominated star of CBS' The Guardian has been seen onscreen in
L.A. Confidential, The Affair of the Necklace, Ride With the Devil and Red Planet. He also starred
in the 2004 Sundance Film Festival selection Book of Love opposite Gregory Smith and Frances O'Connor. The
" Ring" sequel, directed by Hideo Nakata, will start shooting in mid-May. Ehren Kruger wrote
the script. For a full report on event,click here and here.
Screencaps from 313 Amends!
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No TG on April 13!
President Bush will have a news conferrence(8:30 PM EST) that is scrambling prime-time TV schedules. Networks
are making Tuesday changes. CBS postpones a new episode of The Guardian. Instead,
reruns will air of comedies Still Standing at 8 p.m. ET and King
of Queens at 9:30 p.m. ET; in the West, Queens runs at 9
p.m., Standing at 9:30 p.m. PT.
Thanks Almost Human
Results of favorite Nick's pics!
For a full result on the event,click here .
Thanks voting!
New interview with David Hollander!
"Just to keep writing and producing it and hope that thirteen million people keep watching it each
week. And just keep being creative on the show, making no judgments."said David Hollander. For a full report on the event,click here.
Please Vote The Guardian!
| Please Vote for The Guardian |
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| The Guardian needs a guardian of its own. |
Within the next few weeks the neworks will determine which of this season's TV series will return next fall. Tell USA
Today - and the networks - what you hope happens to these shows hovering between renewal or
cancellation. Please select " Keep," from the tab under The Guardian. Vote through April
19. Vote here. If you have other comments like: "The Guardain is the one show you couldn't live without". send an email to lifefb@usatoday.com.
New article from USA Today!
Producers this month are frantically trying to save their shows by pitching changes often belatedly to unhappy networks.
"If we pick up another season, you'll see the main character be more of an adult" and less "emotionally stunted," Guardian
creator David Hollander says. For a full report on event,click here.
New Wendy's pics in 2003 CBS Summer Press Tour!
Some new Wendy's photo from 2003 CBS Summer Press Tour . To view this photo,
click on the following Web address here.
"Guardian" will return early!
"Guardian" creator David Hollander said he's trying not to read anything into the network's decision
as it pertains to the future of "The Guardian". "I think the loyal audience will be thrilled. It's a really
beautiful arc that goes to places the audience expected but never really expected would happen. If this is the finale of the
series, it's a really lovely finale. If not, it's a great launching pad for next year, and it's another corner I must write
myself out of. Not a cliffhanger, but certainly a new beginning." Hollander said. For a full report on
event,click here.
CBS will begin reuuing new episodes of Guardian!
The Futon Critic reports CBS will begin running new episodes of series, not repeats as
previously reported, when The Guardian returns to CBS' schedule on Tuesday, April 6
at 9:00/8:00c. For a full report on event,click here .
New Wendy pic in GL!
A new Wendy's photo in GL. To view this photo, click on the following Web address
here.
The Guardian date!
The Guardian air date in CBS:
4/13 320 The vote
4/20 repeat
4/27 321 Blood in, Blood out
5/04 322
Antarctica
Guardian is still in danger of cancellation.
"The Guardian" has also struggled to gain traction this season. It's been labeled a bubble show by CBS
executives, meaning its future is uncertain. For a full report on event,click here.
"Guardian" back in town!
CBS's "The Guardian" will be back in Pittsburgh to film for one day, April 15.
It will be used in the show's third-season finale, set to air in May. For a full report on event,click here.
Readers' Remote--Keep or Cancel?
Having a banner year, pretty much all of CBS's shows will be back. The biggest question marks surround
"The Guardian," whose fate probably won't be known until the network announces its fall schedule in May.
For a full report on the event,click here.
No Furute for CBS"Century City"!
CBS has pulled the plug on its legal drama "Century City" after just three weeks on the
air.CBS plans to fill the Tuesday, 9:00/8:00c hour with repeats of "The Guardian" starting
this week. The Eye had originally scheduled "Century City" through April 20 with "The Guardian"
returning on April 27.For a full report on the event,click here.
TG will return to April 6!
CBS has pulled the plug on midseason drama "Century City" after four airings.CBS
will fill the void from next week with "The Guardian," which had held down the Tuesday 9 p.m. slot until
it was benched to make room for "Century City."April 6 will air 319 "Remember".For
a full report on the event,click here.
New episodes return to Hallmark Asia in April!
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New episodes return to April. April 1 will air 313 "Amends". From Hallmark ASIA
Don't let them cancel TG!
"The Guardian"(CBS, on hiatus. Returns at 9 p.m. Tuesdays on April 27): A traditional CBS drama about
a young Pittsburgh lawyer. Ho hum. Except that Simon Baker's fascinating, layered portrait of a tortured soul, the
frequently anguished, misbehaving Nick Fallin, is a quasi-subversive triumph on a play-it-safe network like CBS. Kill
"Century City" and renew "The Guardian." For a full report on the event,click here .
Thanks em
New Article from Northwestern Magazine!
Many have created their own TV series and serve in the top job as executive producers,
both writing and running the shows:David Hollander of the CBS drama The Guardian.
David Hollander, executive producer of The Guardian, writes nearly
every episode and oversees casting and production. For a full report on the event,click
here.
TV Q&A with Rob Owen!
Thursday, March 25, 2004
Q: Thanks to the recent Dish TV vs. Viacom dispute I missed the
last episode of "The Guardian." When, if ever will they be repeating the last season? I don't understand CBS bringing on a
new show when "The Guardian" is one of the best shows on. It is refreshing in that it is not "reality" or "CSI" which seems
to be the current fare.
-- Barbara Bendera, Blairsville
Ratings for "The Guardian" are not good in reruns, which is why it has been replaced by first-run episodes of the mid-season
replacement "Century City." It's possible CBS will rerun the current season this summer, but given that they replaced "Guardian"
reruns last summer with a reality show, I wouldn't hold my breath.
From Pittsburgh Post Gatezze .
Results of favorite kiss poll !
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21% - kiss From 317 Watchers
- 14% - kiss from 220 What It Means To You(Church
Scenes)
- 13% - kiss from 220 What It Means To You(Whisper scenes)
Thanks eveyone who voted the poll. To view others, click on the following Web address
here .
'Guardian' star is an angel!
Q:What can you tell me about Wendy Moniz who stars as Miss. Lulu Archer
in ''The Guardian''? What other TV shows has she been in? She is beautiful and talented. Details, please.
|-- D.C.D.D., Cincinnati, Ohio
A:The seasoned actress co-starred with Jack Lemmon and Hank Azaria in
the Emmy Award-winning ''Tuesdays with Morrie.'' She played Rachel McCabe in the last season of ''Nash
Bridges.'' Earlier in her career she was Dinah Marler in ''Guiding Light.'' Moniz,
34, is now at work on season two of ''The Guardian.'' She lives in New York with her husband, actor Frank Grillo (Hart
Jessup No. 5 on ''GL'').
Posted on Sun, Sep. 07, 2003
From Duluth News Tribune's Norma Cavazos TV Q&A
News about Wendy Moniz!
Wendy Moniz captured the role of Lulu Archer after auditioning for another part in the series. Soon after
her first audition, Moniz was delighted to learn that the producers were interested in seeing her for Lulu Archer.
Upon reading the script, Moniz knew the character of Lulu was a natural fit.
Influenced by her mother's
involvement in community theatre, Moniz began acting at the tender age of five and continued through high school and
college. "I can't remember a time when acting wasn't a part of my life."she says.
To view full article, click on
the following Web address in CTDT .
The Most Attractive(Famous)Women in America:2004!
25. Wendy Moniz / 34 / Missouri
(Guiding Light, Tuesdays with Morrie, The Guardian)
Wendy's natural look and demeanor on The Guardian is far removed from the flashy and glossy appearance
of her soap days and this fits her much, much better. She is almost literally delectable-looking.
Her character is incredibly down-to-earth and the only marginally sane adult on the show. She makes you root for Lulu
on the one hand but you also wish she could find someone better than the show's protaganist, recovering addict and emotional
lockbox Nick Fallin, to fall for. Moniz brings out all the subtleties and contradictions in such a frustrating
life.
And did I mention she is absolutely smokin'?
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