Wednesday, May 11, 2005

IT'S GETTING HOT IN HERE!

Hey, everyone! It’s about seven in the morning on Wednesday and I couldn’t think of anything better to do than to bang out another BLOG entry (I know my life is lame, but don’t laugh at me). In particular, I wanted to talk about a rather good day I had at work this past Friday (May 6th) along with an adventure I’m going on this weekend. I know that this entry will shock most of you considering that I just posted an entry last week and you all are SO accustomed to reading them on a monthly basis, but I’m getting better you have to admit!

Last week was a somewhat heavy week for me. I had three days of shooting involving some interesting conversations with Lizzie, along with some crazy business decisions (no I won’t tell so don’t ask, LOL). Of all these days though, Friday was by far the best day for me as well as the scariest thus far…I had to Strip Down! Yes, the day has finally come when Henry Cooper Bradshaw reveals himself (not the Full Monty mind you). When I read the script for the first time I was like “alright, I can do this…oh no, what’s mom going to think?” I have yet to tell her; thankfully she doesn’t read these entries. Anyways, I spent the few days that I had before Friday’s shooting in the gym trying to tone up any problem areas so I didn’t look too scrawny on tape. I think it was actually more of a mental thing to make me feel better than anything else. I mean c’mon, how much improvement can be done in like three days, LOL!

So I got to the set that day and had my lines down with ease, but the butterflies were just not subsiding, in fact they were getting faster and multiplying like crazy. Everyone there at the studio that day was getting a kick out of watching me pace up and down the hallways, making little jokes here and there. OH, and to top it off, when I went down to the make-up room to get done up, they had to cover me in body tanning paint so I didn’t look so white…that’s a real morale booster. Obviously, New York had a long winter and I didn’t make enough trips down south or to the local tanning joint to put some color on myself. After that little set-back, it was time to head up to set and get the show on the road….now fast forward (can’t give too much away). Yadda yadda yadda -I’m in a suit- blah blah blah -I’m out of the suit - and scene! As soon as Crystal and I were done, we literally walked off set only to be met by Ellen Wheeler (our Executive Producer), Jan Conklin (producer) and Brian Mertez (the director of this episode) who just simply said, “Unbelievably Cute”.

I guess everything turned out better than we all expected. I mean, I have to say that at least on my behalf, the acting felt smooth, natural, and oh, so riddled with sensuality, LOL! Crystal has this sexiness about her that when she turns it on, can melt even the coldest heart. It’s unbelievable. It’s a shame that we don’t get to play that more often. Perhaps after this show airs, which will be the beginning of June sometime, viewers just might be calling on us to show a little bit more. Let me just say that having all three of them giving both Crystal and I these simple compliments made my day, and more importantly helped me believe that the story that we (Crystal and I) are telling really is working. I think that it is important for any Executive of any show to make it a point to mention that their performers are doing a good job, especially in daytime soaps where time is money and everyone just wants to get through the day. Most of the time this (feedback) doesn’t happen so sometimes actors leave the building thinking that the work they did was complete crap when, on the contrary, it was quite good and the film saw a different story. Ellen is a very good Executive and her coming out of the booth to spend five minutes with Crystal and me spoke volumes about her character as a person, not just the “boss,” I came in to work that day nervous and uncomfortable and left feeling great about the performance I gave. What an awesome feeling! Now let’s see if I can just figure out and duplicate what the hell I did.

Moving on to the adventure this weekend, a good friend of mine is graduating from college and unbeknownst to them, I will be in attendance at the ceremony. They asked me months ago, and I told them that I would be there, but as it got closer to the date, I realized that I might be able to have some fun with this….I know, it’s shrewd and manipulative and screwing with their emotions but that is the kind of fun friendship we have, LOL. I really do hope that they will not read this Blog entry until this weekend or at all, otherwise the joke will be on me, but if this all works out, then what a surprise it will be! Their mother knows that I am coming to town and will be the one to pick me up from the airport, so now I just have to figure out what (timing wise) will be the best way to surprise them. The friend is a female, so if you have any suggestions of things to do or bring that might be appropriate for a college graduation, please let me know.

One last thing before I go, Procter and Gamble Productions has started a new promotional campaign push for both ATWT and GL. This push involves steamy posters here in the NYC area of various favorites from the two shows, and theatrical trailers at selected movie theatres in the Detroit and St. Louis involving your favorite couples and duo’s. So be on the look out while you are traveling through or back to these areas. You never know when you’ll turn the corner and find us staring back at you.

“I have to say I think you are the sweetest and the most funniest. I got to meet you in Marco on the sunday cruise. I also need to say Thank you for the dance. Yes I am still on cloud 9 as Julie said. Our pics turn out so good. By the way My dad said it was the best birthday present ever,he really enjoyed himself. Thank you so much for the great time. Hope to see you next year!” -Heather

All the best to you all and keep the comments coming!

9 Comments:

Blogger Heather said...

John-
I almost choked on my breakfast when I saw that you had posted in such a short time frame from the last one! LOL
I'm so glad to read that the storyline for Lizzie and Coop is finally sounding like its going to pick up - and not just b/c you'll be shirtless... ;)
Keep up the good work on the show! Oh, and thanks for the title of the blog, I'll have that song in my head all day now...
Have a great weekend catching up with your friend, its sweet of you to take the time to go hang with her.

May 11, 2005 at 7:30 AM  
Blogger Amanda said...

John, John, John...what can I say? I'm so proud of you and your blogging! I usually check this thing every day--just in case--but I checked my email first and Terri had emailed to let me know, "Wow! John posted another blog already!"

Now, about this scene...hello! I am thrilled that your storyline is picking up. I simply adore Coop and Lizzie, but there is just not enough of them. And when they're on, the story is usually tied in a neat little bow at the end of the day so I know they won't be on the next day. So I am earnestly looking forward to having two days in a row!! Should I hope for three?

I find it hilarious (and quite endearing, mind you) that you had to be painted tan. LOL! Being that I'm a redhead, I have that pale, fair skin so my version of a "summer tan" looks about like most folk's "winter white." If I have a special occasion (and we're talking strapless gown here, not stripping down for national TV) then I go and get myself one of those spray on tans, too.

You better tell your Mom soon about your strip tease (LOL)...I recall what she said about your calendar appearance (being thankful you were in October). Just be sure to catch her on a good day!

In all seriousness, congratulations on nailing your scene and getting some much-deserved kudos for it. You and Crystal work so seamlessly together and that is what makes Coop and Lizzie so fun to watch. Yesterday, the scenes aired which included Coop/Lizzie and Danny/Marina at Company: the girls against the boys. Those scenes were absolutely adorable. I loved how Coop not putting ketchup on Lizzie's burger was enough reason for her to forgive him. Adorable! I put that tape in the "save" pile.

Before my "comment" gets as long as your original post, let me wrap it up by saying that, as far as your friend goes, you can't go wrong. It will be gift enough for her that you'll be there, and then just the fact that you cared to bring anything will be wonderful in her eyes. Thinking back to my college graduation, I seem to remember ending up with flowers, picture frames, and cash at the end of the day. Since her parents probably have the flowers covered, and the other gifts are pretty generic, I like the idea Susan had about getting something appropriate to her major. Or, even better...if you can recall something from your years of friendship that would be meaningful on a different level (such as pertaining to an inside joke, or something only the two of you would know), woman ALWAYS love that stuff. Whatever you do, it will go over like a dream, I'm sure!

Counting the days till June,
Amanda

May 12, 2005 at 7:02 AM  
Blogger NaVell said...

Hey there, Mr. Driscoll. OMG, I think I made you sound old there. LOL! WoW! I have never posted in a popular guy's blog b4. This is all new to me, so bear w/ me here. You do an amazing job at GL, and I love the Coop/Lizzie scenario on the show. To be honest, if it is lame to post a new entry in a blog so early in the morning, then I am right there w/ ya, since I do the same thing....I even made an entry that is a voice recording, so instead, you can hear me say my thoughts. Sad, isn't it? LOL! Don't be cruel! haha. after you hear and take a view at it...then, let the teasing begin.

Hope you and the other fans here who post comments here takes a look at it. I better stop advertising this everywhere...I might get hit or something. LOL! But, seriously, it is so cool that you make a blog for us fans to read and the fans can keep in touch. That is a great thing! Very awesome. But, my babbling must come to an end now. If you like it....and that is a miracle in itself...you can check out more about me at the webpage...or check me out on "Rockland County" as Damien Givens. Uh-oh...I better get going while it is good. LOL!



Na'Vell
nlee_99_00@yahoo.com
www.navelljlee.zoomshare.com

May 18, 2005 at 8:09 AM  
Blogger Eli said...

This is my first ever post(well if you don't count answering to my prof.'s blog, I don't)...First of all let me say it is pretty cool that you feel comfortable enough to post your thoughts for complete strangers to read. Thanx for doing that, its fun "getting to know you" as much as this can be considered getting to know you, what I'm trying to say is that it's fun reading your posts and seeing how normal a star's life can be!
Well I pretty much just wanted to say that I love the Lizzie/Coop story line, both Crystal and you are doing an amazing job!...Finally let me say that I think you were great on Dawson's Creek as well, and U2 rocks! (had to get that in there!)

May 25, 2005 at 10:49 PM  
Blogger Shanda said...

Wow, this was the most random thing I have read in recent memory. Sorry about your body paint fiasco, one day the world will appreciate us pasty pale people...until then..we always have the spray on tan! My mom always told me I had the skin of a broadway star...embrace it! I just suddenly felt compelled to comment after randomly stumbling across this! Be well!

June 5, 2005 at 9:15 PM  
Blogger Eli said...

Well after watching todays episode of GL, I have 3 thigs to say..1. I agree with the producers/directors it was “Unbelievably Cute”; 2. Props to the music director for choosing John Mayer's "Your Body is a Wonderland" even though it is a bit cliche, it was the perfect song(and John Mayer is an increadibly talented song writer)& 3. Coop should have more topless scenes :P
Honestly, I love watching the relationship between Coop and Lizzie evolve! It's so soap opera but so impossibly addictive!

June 8, 2005 at 9:44 AM  
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June 8, 2005 at 9:47 AM  
Blogger Heather said...

Happy birthday John! I hope you had a great day yesterday enjoying yourself and getting spoiled!

I've really been enjoying the buildup of Coop's and Lizzie's relationship. It's about time!

June 28, 2005 at 11:49 AM  
Blogger Eli said...

Happy Birthday!!!!I hope you had a lot of fun celebrating your birthday yesterday (and probably the whole weekend before it :p) N-E hoo, I hope that you aren't working to hard, but if you are that you are partying even harder!
Ciao

June 28, 2005 at 7:37 PM  

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