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Jennifer Beals - Her Best Three Video Interviews While Promoting 'The Chicago Code'
The Chicago Code, one of the many shows FOX recently axed, has been one darn good cop drama! Not particularly into that kind of shows, I admit I initially watched it because Jennifer Beals (The L Word - and yes, Flashdance) was in it, but the pilot got me hooked so I grew to like her co-stars equally and instantly. TCC finale aired only a few days ago, but I already feel kinda nostalgic. I think Parlours' little tune at the end of it may have something to do with that, too.
So, I was looking back at some of Jennifer's interviews. Since she was the most notorious cast member, she did a lot of press to promote the show. At some point, there were so many, that I'd lost track of what she said, when and to whom. But three of her video interviews caught my attention and stood out for me. One in LA with Tavis Smiley and two in her adoptive country, the lovely Canada, with Jian Ghomeshi and George Stroumboulopoulos. IMO, the three hosts rocked, their conversations with Jennifer were deep and spot on.
I would never get tired of listening to what this woman has to say. Everything she says is so meaningful and thought-provoking. Even therapeutic, might I add, given her soft-spoken voice. [This doesn't go only for Ms. Beals, but for any other individuals that have something to say without craving attention or being loud.] I am not sure whether her reserve and shyness are part of a strategy or that's simply who she is, but she's certainly anything but a diva.
A few things came out from Tavis Smiley's interview with Jennifer:
- "... That moment on set (...) that electricity between me and other actor, that's what excites me."
- "... You need to figure out who you are, what you think and what you believe in, you need to have a life before acting."
- "I've never based my identity on how other people perceive me, because that's just too dangerous."
Source: youtube
Next, George Stroumboulopoulos welcomed her on his show in Toronto.
- "I'm not planned at all (...) I just really try to follow my heart the best I can with the choices that I'm given and the things that excite me and challenge me"
- "My heart has not led me astray."
- "I don't attach a great value to [fame]."
- "A woman over 40 is viable in all kinds of arenas." (this one really hit home...)
Source: youtube
Last but not least, she joined Jian Ghomeshi in Q studio right after Deepak Chopra was there.
- "Fame was not my driving force."
- "[Bette Porter] prepared me for this role on The Chicago Code (...) [it] made me look at culture, certainly pop culture, in a very different way"
- "[Bette Porter's] sense of righteousness, her sense of self-empowerment and drive, certainly helped prepare me to play Teresa Colvin."
- "I am strong-willed and I am driven and I'm passionate (...) but I don't know what my cause would be other than trying to tell the truth when I work."
- "No effort goes unwasted"
Source: youtube
La DIVA Beals
I’m not a DIVA mag reader, but as soon as I heard Jennifer Beals would be the cover girl of August issue, I decided I must buy that one. For more than a month ahead, Twitter was full of heads-up starting from the @DIVAmagazine itself to all the fans who were holding their breath to see the new cover story of ‘La Diva Beals’. And, frankly, who - man or woman, gay or straight - would resist to a cover like this?
It was thanks to her friendship with Rachel Shelley, THE Helena Peabody of The L Word, that we got to read Jennifer’s answers to Rachel’s veeery carefully selected questions. Rachel has a regular column in DIVA, where she shares anecdotes about her time on The L Word and relates them to her present day experiences.
Jennifer Beals’ DIVA photos, taken by Kharen Hill, are by far some of the best that I have seen. She simply exudes a haunting super sexiness that makes it impossible to look away from her. I really loved a remark I read a while ago about Jennifer saying that she “looks so good it defies medical science”. On the other hand, I’d rather not use or hear any longer these three words: “for her age”. She is definitely not 110, people! At 46 she is just in her full badass glory!
Her latest photographic project, The L Word photo book, has been selling like hot cakes. DIVA magazine will be auctioning a copy of the book signed by Jennifer with all proceeds going to Mia Kirshner’s I Live Here project. (Details at http://divamag.co.uk)
With a sky-rocketing career, being so in demand since The L Word, she has still so much in store for both herself and her fans. She partnered with Denzel Washington and Gary Oldman in post-apocalyptic tale The Book of Eli, she reminded us of the alpha female Bette Porter in her recurring Lie To Me role as the confident Assistant U.S. attorney Zoe Landau, she starred in the indie film A Night for Dying Tigers (currently in post production).
The icing on the cake? Her own show! Everyone who will Ride-Along Chicago’s first female Chief of Police, Superintendent Teresa Colvin, hopes for Jennifer’s recognition in the shape of an EMMY as the lead in Shawn Ryan’s new TV show.
Meanwhile, if you want to see how elusive, mysterious, enigmatic, secretive and – did I mention sexy? - Jennifer Beals can be, you can order the DIVA mag in print as well as digital. I have no doubt that you will enjoy it!
The Torch Bearer
Whenever Jennifer Beals makes a public appearance I can’t help myself thinking how dazzling she looks and how she never seems to age (or if she does, she does it much too gracefully)! And yet it’s not only her looks.
Clearly on a fantastic career path, a passionate photographer, a committed humanitarian, triathlete, wife, mother, one would think: is there anything this woman cannot possibly do? At her best? Apparently, not.
Photos via @GaleHaroldFan
On June 5th at The Center Orange County Gala 2010, we have again witnessed her proverbial eloquence when Jennifer was honored for her work as Bette Porter in “The L Word”. It was about time.
Her speech was given with both humor and serious gratitude. She did not get emotional like she normally used to. It was a genuine treat to listen to what she had to say (thanks to calidani8 and tibette.com)!
“As one of the recipients of this Torch Bearer award, I would like to think that I am special in some way, but I know that I'm not. We are all Torch Bearers. We each hold a light inside of us. And it falls to each and every one of us to burn bright, if not for our own sake, then for the sake of one another.“ – Jennifer Beals
via youtube.com
Photographic Prints from Jennifer Beals' L Word BOOK
"Waiting" seems to be the key word for TLW fans this year. At long last, after more than two months since Jennifer Beals launched The L WORD photo book, prints of 23 photos are now available online for purchase, 5 of them in Limited Edition. Almost in the same time with the new Flashdance Barbie release. No idea whether this was some kind of a marketing strategy or simply a coincidence… I for one am going to focus less on the new Barbie which other than the curls, sweatshirt and legwarmers doesn't resemble to the Alex character that Jennifer portrayed in Flashdance at all. Besides, I am way too old for a Barbie doll!
More on the prints now. It came as a surprise to many of us that they are pricey, between 150$-500$, while the price for a Limited Edition photo ranges from 500$ (size 8”x10”) to 1,500$ (size 16”x20”)! What sounds very tempting though is that each Limited Edition photo is signed by Jennifer and will be printed on a fine art paper. Who wouldn’t want to be the owner of a piece signed by the artist herself?
On the other hand, the selection of photos does not seem to meet everyone’s taste. Some of the fans would have wanted to see more Laurel or Kate’s photos and less Daniela, Leisha or Mia’s photos for that matter. Others believe that a better selection would raise the sales hence higher proceeds. At the end of the day everyone has the right to their own opinion and can make their own choice whether to buy or not.
My own favorites are the group photos, just as much as I enjoyed the group scenes of the L Word. The basketball game (how hilarious was that?), the dance rehearsal (remember the Line Dance in ep. 6.07?), first rehearsal (before shooting the pilot) and the one I love the most, Laurel & Kate picnic table during one of their breaks while shooting the "Last Couple Standing" episode.
You can order the prints at http://store.lwordbook.com/. For each photograph from the Limited Edition, the prints will be limited to 70 for each of the three sizes. The artist has retained edition numbers 1 through 12 of each photograph and those editions may be available for purchase. Contact info@lwordbook.com for more information.
The proceeds from the prints will go to several different charities including the Matthew Shepard Foundation, Mia Kirshner's I Live Here Projects, a Project of ETINA and The Pablove Foundation.
My Personal Take on Jennifer Beals’ L Word photo book
It took me a month to have my book delivered. I was among those who ordered it as soon as it was available online. But a software glitch has frozen and delayed a significant number of initial orders. Eventually, as good things happen to those who wait, I got it. My own “L Word photo book”.
It was well worth the wait and then some!
It is THE Journey of a group of distinct individuals who grew to become a family, the way they valued their friendships on and beyond screen and so many more other aspects we wouldn’t have had access to hadn’t this book been printed.
Reading it more than once by now brought back lots of memories of what this group of women shared over a 6-year span. 6 years that made such a difference in the viewers’ lives. Each and every one of us has, for sure, a story about the way “The L Word” has influenced us one way or the other, whether it’s about coming out, becoming a better partner, friend, or simply a better person.
As Jennifer points out “This show was, among others, about the power of storytelling.” We were so lucky to be part of this exceptional adventure, firstly as viewers of the show and secondly as readers of this treasured photographic journal.
The photos as well as the girls’ conversations are absolutely priceless.
I was particularly impressed by Laurel Holloman’s note to Jennifer and Rachel Shelley’s story about gaining two friends once she met Laurel.
But above all, three pictures got my attention and all of them, coincidently or not, are related to Laurel and her becoming a mother.
Laurel pregnant in Jennifer’s trailer. I must admit I rarely had a chance to see so much beauty in a pregnant woman. Laurel was glowing the whole second season and her transformation through motherhood was the best thing I’ve had the chance to witness along the show. Jennifer, who was so emotional the day Lola was born, had later benefited - thanks to Laurel - from a nice paved way while becoming a mother herself.
The cast meets Lola. To me this is another emotional moment. Laurel, the proud mother, holds Lola and introduces her to the girls. The excitement on Erin, Kate and Leisha’s faces says it all.
I am so appreciative of the idea Jennifer had to make this book not only for the cast, but also for us and moreover to support various charities. A big THANK YOU to Jennifer Beals and all “The L Word” cast and crew members for letting us be a part of this incredible journey! I enjoyed every minute of it and the book will be instrumental in keeping TLW spirit alive and memories fresh.
You can order Jennifer’s photo book at http://www.lwordbook.com/, with or without a dedication page in front. Also, a personalized version of the book will be available, where fans can add their own photos at the end. Apart from that, a selection of images featured in the book will be available at a variety of sizes. Make a gift to yourselves, your friends and the community.
ALL proceeds are going to a number of charities that Jennifer kindly and actively supports.
Jennifer Beals podcast on The Hump Day Crew radio show
Jennifer Beals was interviewed on April 7th by the Aussie radio show "The Hump Day Crew". She candidly answered questions about her recently launched "The L Word Book", a photographic journal of the behind-the-scenes ground breaking TV show, her work, her daughter as well as about vampires and garlic bread! Listen to the podcast here:
You can order Jennifer's book at http://www.lwordbook.com
All proceeds are going to a number of charities that Jennifer kindly and actively supports.
