The Whole Truth- updated Trailer

Been working quite a bit on this new show lately. We’ve shot 4 episodes so far, and I can honestly say each week when I get the script for the next episode, I get so excited to read it! Each one reads like a thrilling suspense novel, and you truly never know whodunit til the very end. I love being a part of this… the people are fantastic, and the show is so fun. Looking forward to the premiere… exactly one month from tomorrow!!!

FROM ABC…. “Go beyond the verdict with a new legal drama that keeps you guessing until the very end. Watch as each case is built by the prosecution and the defense only to reveal The Whole Truth in the final moments of each episode.”

Premieres Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 10|9c on ABC

ANIMATION: Pilot for DISNEY!!!

Here comes another “vague” post about a new job– since (ahem!) I have learned my lesson about telling too much too early. However,  I can’t help share my excitement over this news… and of course I promise to give more detailed news once I am allowed to!

I recently recorded an adorable role on a new animated series for DISNEY. It’s only a pilot at this point, and they still have to animate it… which happens after we all voice the characters… so it’s going to be AWHILE (to me, it always feels like FOREVER honestly!!!) til we know if it’s picked up for series or not. However it was a HUGE step for me as I have been sooooooo close on sooooo many for soooo long that to actually get the part and work for DISNEY pretty much gave me perma-smile for weeks on end (which I needed, for sure!)

As I’ve said before, I am highly obsessed with voice-over work and so naturally I am thrilled to be building my repertoire of characters. This one’s so different from Artemis on YJ (who will admittedly probably always be my favorite, because she’s my first real series lead and she has so much SASS!) That said–  it’s incredibly fun to try something on the other end of my personality spectrum, and ironically the other end of my vocal register, too So, so cool.

Ok- as always- thanks for your support! I will let you know more when I can… promise.

M&R: The best birthday gift of all…

A couple days ago I celebrated my birthday by asking friends to join me for some tasty wine, even tastier cheese, and lots of cuddles with a dozen fabulous doggies I personally know and love that are currently available for adoption! For me, it was a glorious night, with so many shiny happy people having fun, loving  doggies, taking pics with them and forwarding those pics to friends of friends. My goal was to raise money for the charity, build awareness of the death sentences facing so many innocent homeless pets, and– of course– find some beloved rescues their new fur-ever homes

Since I started volunteering several years ago with the Best Friends Animal Society, I have truly seen / experienced / benefited from /and been inspired by the *amazing* (& tireless!) work these volunteers do both in the shelters and beyond (fostering rescues, taking them to weekly mobile adoption events, caring for their medical issues, rehabilitating those who have been abused, training them, and getting them ready for their new lives and homes that they so deserve!) Always an animal lover and with 2 gorgeous rescue dogs of my own, it’s a cause that is near and dear to my heart.  Sadly, the animal shelters of Los Angeles are almost always full, and many beautiful, wonderful, loving pets are euthanized due to overcrowding and need for space. While I know this is supposed to be “humane”, it sure doesn’t feel that way– when so many innocent lives are unnecessarily being terminated… daily. There are ways to combat this, and I love the BFAS’s approach. In addition to funding and coordinating the rescues of so many pets, they have also created some fantastic campaigns to help end this cycle of sadness and death. Below I have listed some of my favorites, which I encourage you to click on and learn more about:

No More Homeless Pets: Our Mission to Save Lives

First Home Forever Home

Helping people provide a loving, forever home for their pets

Focus on Felines

Keeping cats safe and out of shelters

Puppies Aren’t Products

Exposing the puppy mill / pet store connection and encouraging adoption

Pit Bulls: Saving America’s Dog

Restoring the image of pit bulls and challenging breed discrimination

Learn more about this campaign

The last campagin is very near and dear to my heart, since both of my dogs are “Pittie Mixes” and they are truly the most loving, loyal, and wonderful little men I have ever encountered.

<—— I mean… just look at these cuddle bugs!?

So without further adieu, I just want to say THANK YOU for reading this today, and supporting this cause. It’s truly the best birthday gift I can ask for.

XO XO XO,

Stephanie

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MOVIE: One of the things I will be doing on my summer vacation!

Just got a fun little part in a kick-ass blockbuster action film directed by Adrian Grunberg, which he co-wrote with producer and star Mel Gibson, called How I Spent My Summer Vacation. Centered around a career criminal who gets jailed in a very tough Mexican prison, the story is about how one man learns to survive against all odds with the help of a 9 year old boy. The script is pure adrenaline and so was the process of being in it! I auditioned on a Thursday, got the part on a Friday, was on a plane literally a couple hours later to Mexico City, where I promptly started shooting the following morning. It was, in short, my most memorable Memorial Day Weekend trip… ever!

VIDEO: Clip from 90210 Episode 15 (Season 2) [Part 3/5]

I’m feeling very high-tech! That last post inspired me to find more clips on the internet… this is too easy!? Here’s a quick snapshot from the 90210 spot I did recently– I come on around minute five…

VIDEO: Watch Ghost Whisperer- Episode 5:21- “Dead Ringer”

So one of my oldest, dearest friends asked me to post the GW episode I recently guest-starred in because she ‘totally forgot’ to watch it (apparently being a mother 3 beautiful girls all under the age of 4 keeps her busy or something!?)  AKA I-don’t-know-how-she-does-it-and-am-totally-in-awe!!! I must give credit to YOUTUBE for making this so easy, despite the fact that no one gets any residuals (but who wants to embark on that sad debate!?)  Anyway- below are the links to watch the episode, which is divided into 5 chronological parts…  Enjoy!

1. PART ONE: GW EPISODE 5:21
2. PART TWO: GW EPISODE 5:21
3. PART THREE: GW EPISODE 5:21
4. PART FOUR: GW EPISODE 5:21
5. PART FIVE: GW EPISODE 5:21

And, thanks for watching. Then and now…

VIDEO: The Whole Truth- pilot clip!

Below is a reposting of an article by Rick Porter:

The Whole Truth’ clips: ABC’s legal drama looks at both sides

What you see may not be what you get with ABC’s new legal drama “The Whole Truth.”

That’s not because of any inherent sneakiness within the show — although it is a courtroom drama, so it’s reasonable to expect some twists and turns in its cases. But after the pilot was shot and ABC decided to pick it up for fall, star Joely Richardson (“Nip/Tuck”) decided to drop out of the show so she could spend more time with her family. The network will be recasting Richardson’s part, a prosecutor who frequently squares off with her former law-school classmate (Rob Morrow), who’s now a defense lawyer.

The hook for “The Whole Truth,” which was created by Tom Donaghy (“Without a Trace”) is that it will show both the prosecution and defense preparing and presenting its case, with the goal of keeping the audience guessing about who’s on the right side. The cast also includes Eamonn Walker, Sean Wing, Anthony Ruvivar and Christine Adams.

“The Whole Truth” will air at 10 p.m. ET Wednesdays on ABC in the fall. Take a look:

M & R: 2010 Pilot Updates

This week the UPFRONTS are taking place in NYC… which is when all the major networks announce which TV pilots they are picking up for the fall (or midseason) schedule. Having been involved with two completely different pilots this year, I am pleased to share that BOTH “Bleep My Dad Says” and “The Whole Truth” have been picked up for series– on CBS and ABC, respectively. Both shows were well-written, well-cast, well-directed– and I feel very blessed to have worked on each, regardless of the outcome– which for me, unfortunately, has been rather bittersweet… I think it’s best summed up like this:

“Life’s not always fair.

Sometimes you can get a splinter even sliding down a rainbow.”

~Cherralea Morgen

So what happened? In a nutshell, CBS has decided to “retool” the pilot– and rewrite the character of one of the 2 sons on “Bleep My Dad Says”– and sadly, since my character was an extension of the one they are replacing… my character no longer exists. I played the younger son’s best friend and future love interest, and while a version of that character may be brought to life one day down the line in the NEW son-character’s life… there is no way of telling, right now, without having that new guy written or cast, who will be the right person to star opposite him. It’s definitely a tough pill to swallow, but that is show biz, and I certainly have been taught (after many years in this crazy biz!) that there are no guarantees, other than that there are no guarantees… and one should always be prepared to expect the unexpected. My heart is thrilled for the rest of the cast and crew however, who are nothing short of awesome, and with whom I hope to work again someday! So fingers crossed in that arena.

And as far as “The Whole Truth” goes– they are recasting the lead actress in that series as well (reposting an article about that in a sec!) However, am feeling positive about this news (admittedly the other news got me nervous!) since my part in this show is connected to the role of the Defense Attorney (whereas she played the Prosecutor)– so am thinking my character’s team should not really be affected…  Anyway, am looking forward to growing in the recurring role of Rhonda, as this series develops!

Until then, I am very thankful for everyone’s support…  and, of course, will continue to pound the pavement for every job opportunity I can get! I wonder how many other careers out there entail so much of their job being dedicated to GETTING A JOB, but I digress and leave you with a couple more quotes, which pretty much sum up how I feel today…

“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same.

Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.”

Don Williams, Jr.

To be successful in show business, all you need are fifty good breaks.

~Walter Matthau

GUEST STAR: GHOST WHISPERER (Preview of Episode 5:21- Dead Ringer)

This Friday, May 14th, the episode of Ghost Whisperer that I guest starred in (as the character of Gale Thompson) is scheduled to air on CBS.  Below is a sneak peak of the episode, entitled “Dead Ringer.” For more info, see my prior blog post here.

RERUN: CSI: LAS VEGAS- Killer #6.14

CHARITY: William Shatner’s Charity Horse Show

Last night, I had the honor of attending (the charismatic, inspiring, and all around fantastic) William Shatner’s Charity Horse Show with the writers, producers, and fellow cast members of our current CBS pilot “Bleep My Dad Says” at the L.A. Equestrian Center. Not only did I have a wonderful time (which included being mesmerized as Sarah McLachlan performed live right in front of us, and yes, she sounded amazing live!) but I also learned about some great charities that I can’t help tell you about below… Please feel free to share and support if they move you the way they did me… and click here to go to Mr. Shatner’s website to learn even more!

Ahead with Horses is an organization that works with handicapped children by using equine-therapy to help them learn to adjust to their challenging lives and become more mobile. The stories of these children—some of whom suffer from autism and many of whom have such severe physical handicaps that they can’t even walk—will inspire you.  Every day, Ahead With Horses works to maximize the potential of disabled, disadvantaged and special-needs children by providing the opportunity to experience the measurable improvement – physically, mentally, socially and emotionally – that can give them the chance to be a child.

Camp Max Straus: For many other young children of all races and denominations, the struggle to have a safe and happy childhood is an overwhelming challenge.  Camp Max Straus offers both a traditional summer camp program and High Sierra backpacking to underprivileged children in Los Angeles County.  They participate in evening campfires, hands-on ranch and garden programs, archery, swimming, horseback riding, drama, music, crafts and so much more.  Almost 50,000 children have benefited since 1938, regardless of their ability to pay.

ANIMATION: Young Justice (CN)

I can finally tell you! I am the new voice of Artemis.  I couldn’t be more excited… this is truly a dream job.

Here’s the official press release:

YOUNG JUSTICE is an all-new series produced by Warner Bros. Animation and based upon the characters from DC Comics. In YOUNG JUSTICE, being a teenager means proving yourself over and over – to peers, parents, teachers, mentors and, ultimately, to yourself. But what if you’re not just a normal teenager? What if you’re a teenage super hero? Are you ready for life or death rites of passage? Are you ready to join the ranks of the great heroes and prove you’re worthy of the Justice League? The members of Young Justice—Robin, Aqualad, Kid Flash, Superboy, Miss Martian and Artemis—are about to find out.

SEE MORE INFO ON THE SERIES HERE

RERUN: Malcolm in the Middle (Episode 516: Malcolm Visits College)

Several years ago,  I played a narc on the popular TV show, Malcolm in the Middle.  The episode that I guest starred in airs in reruns this week. If you are interested and want to check it out- here’s the info!

Next US TV Airings:

PILOT: The Whole Truth (ABC)

Sweet news… am currently shooting a recurring role on the new ABC legal drama  “The Whole Truth”, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, and written by Tom Donaghy (“Without A Trace”)… “The Whole Truth” shows both the defense and prosecution sides equally and keeps the audience guessing until the final scene about whether or not the person on trial is truly guilty… (ps my character is the assistant to the criminal defense attorney, played by the charismatic Rob Morrow.) It’s a fun, fresh concept on a tried and true formula, and our director is quite the rockstar about keeping the pace fast and fluid. I’m definitely pinching myself to be able to work on two (complete opposite types of) pilots this year, and of course hope that BOTH get picked up, because that really could happen (anything could!?) Anyway,  we find out what pilots are picked up for series in mid-May, so I’ll be sure to update you when I know. Til then… keep your fingers crossed for us! And thanks, as always, for any and all support…

PILOT: $#@! MY DAD SAYS (CBS)

YAY!!! The madness of pilot season has resulted in my being cast in pilots #10 & 11!!! I am so excited– one’s a drama (which I will write about in another post),  and the other’s a comedy (which I will write about in this post.) This sitcom is *seriously funny* and has some amazing peeps behind it– including David Kohan & Max Mutchnick (creators of “Will & Grace”) and the famed TV director Jim Burrows. Based on the hilarious TWITTER account called SHIT MY DAD SAYS, it has a ton of fans already.  I just love the fact that a twitter account is being made into a TV show: I mean, what a dreamy, only in AMERICA, type story… so cool!

Anyway, click here to read a great article about the show concept and it’s inception… and feel free to also click here to read The Hollywood Reporter’s official casting update — which includes the AMAZING William Shatner as the “DAD”!!!

  YAYYYYY!!!!!