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Sarah Joy Brown Talks ‘B&B’ and ‘General Hospital’

Corinne — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:39:14 +0000

Agnes has finally bedded Nick, thanks to Bridget’s fling. Now what?

By Deanna Barnert
Special to MSN TV

With wicked Claudia still propelling the story from the grave on “General Hospital,” Sarah Joy Brown has slipped into a new speed at “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Her character Agnes hit the L.A. scene with an intense rape and surrogacy story line that climaxed with her losing Nick and Bridget’s baby. Since that blowup, however, Aggie has been kept on a low boil, pining for Nick and waiting for Bridget to slip up. Neither Claudia nor the vivacious Carly, who earned Brown three Emmys and a devoted fan base in the late ’90s, would approve of Agnes’ patience, but it’s finally paying off!

MSN TV: What was it like to jump into “The Bold and the Beautiful” action while you were still on “General Hospital”?

Sarah Joy Brown: Doing both at the same time was a lot of work, but it was amazing. This is a very well-oiled machine. There are no attitudes floating around, and everyone genuinely likes each other. You’re not coming into a ton of tension, and you don’t have to navigate all these landmines. It was easy to come in, because it wasn’t in chaos. I’ve been on a few shows, so I would know!

What lured you to “B&B”?

Brad Bell ["B&B" head writer and executive producer] made me an offer I couldn’t refuse. He’s wonderful. I have a tremendous amount of respect for him, because the way a show is when you come in is a direct result of how it is at the top. He’s good at running this place.

Agnes is finally getting her shot at Nick. How is she feeling about that?

The eagle has landed! She’s happy. When that story line starts to heat up, it’s great for Agnes. No one’s seen her outside of the realm of the victim and the outsider, so it’s nice she gets to have intimacy with Nick. That afternoon romance is an important part of the daytime genre, and fans love it.

Love is the only way you really get to know a woman. Once she’s in love, just try to mess with me, Bridget! [Laughs.] It’s me playing the role, so Aggie’s going to have whatever backbone I can possibly give her. She’s not going to be a fighter, necessarily, but she’s not going to wimpy-kid out.

Is Nick ready for a new relationship?

That’s what the fun of the story is and something Agnes delves into a bit. Obviously, he’s just coming out of this relationship with his wife. He’s not looking for a girl to settle down with, but neither is Agnes, so it’s perfect. It’s beautiful and healing for her to have this strong, protective male to re-embark into the world of love and romance with, but they’re not rushing off to get married. She gets to dip her toe back in and he gets to take his mind off things. Who knows where it could go, but I’ve gotten to do some fun stuff with Jack [Wagner (Nick)] so far.

How will Aggie play this “win” with Bridget?

There’s a fine line to walk, professionally.

Aggie works in that building, where everyone is related to each other and she is an outsider. Her boss is her lover’s ex-wife and her ex-friend. It’s complicated. She can’t get too out of line, but as this progresses, it’s fun to see her get spirited and protective. Now that she and Nick are lovers, she is going to have territorial feelings, and so does Bridget, obviously. It’s a hormone fest! Bridget is still in love with her husband and probably holding onto hope that they can make things work. She probably also wants to win, on some level, and so does Aggie.

What is it like facing off against Ashley Jones [Bridget]?

I love her. She’s sweet, cute, talented and sexy and always wears the cutest little outfits. I’ve had so much fun working with her. She’s made everything easy and awesome, and she’s also super funny. So is Adrienne Frantz [Amber], who got thrown in there at Jackie M, as well. A lot of good ladies to work with!

Is it odd to play Agnes Jones across from someone named Ashley Jones?

It’s cute. It’s weird, but Brad does that on purpose. He loves Ashley, so he says, “Let’s make the Joneses.” Me, Rick [Hearst] and Zack [Conroy] joke about “keeping up with the Joneses,” so we love the last name.

It’s no secret the fans go nuts for you. Does that put pressure on you?

They’re sweet. I love them. Soap fans can be hardcore. Of course you feel the pressure to live up to people’s expectations in a genre where you have less and less time. It’s harder to do it, especially after you take a huge break. This is a little more my speed. “B&B” is only half an hour, and even though we shoot two shows a day, I don’t do as many scenes. I’m OK with that. I can have a life and other work.

Speaking of work, you did a fun guest spot on “Castle” this year. Got anything else coming down the pike?

I have four weeks for hiatus, so hopefully I’ll be able to come up with another job in that time. It will be fun to do some auditions. It’s my first year at “B&B,” so I’ve been adjusting to all the free time and balancing what to do with it.

When you’re not conniving or wooing on screen, what do you do for fun?

I just had my family in town for two weeks, and they’re coming back, so I’ll also spend time with my daughter and all my nieces and nephews doing fun stuff around town. I also have tons of hobbies. It’s important to be a little rounded and keep interests in other things. I’m into music. I play piano, guitar and drums, but it’s not anything I would take on the road. I love to dance, snowboard, edit and work on directing. I keep it busy!

I can’t let you go without getting your take on Vanessa Marcil‘s return to “General Hospital.”

It’s awesome. I’m going to have to watch Brenda and Sonny now! It’s kind of mind-blowing. She was working with Maurice [Benard (Sonny)] before I was. It was Sonny and Brenda before Sonny and Carly. It will be interesting to see where they take her, and I think it’s awesome she can work in primetime and then return to daytime. The more of that the better.

“The Bold and the Beautiful” airs weekdays on CBS.

Source: MSN TV News

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Castle Promo: 2.14 The Third Man… Monday, January 25, 2010

Corinne — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:47:30 +0000

Below is a promo for the Castle episode Sarah is in (Airs Monday! January 25, 2010). Sarah is not in it though.

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Castle Spoilers

Corinne — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 06:01:38 +0000

Spoiler about Sarah’s appearance on Castle. Airdate: January 25, 2010 (can you believe it’s 2010 already?).

Sorry I missed posting this last week, but I was sick.

Don’t read on if you don’t want to be spoiled.

Your buddy Sarah Brown (‘The Bold and the Beautiful’) Tweeted that she’s shooting an episode of ‘Castle’ this week. Any details? – Carrie
Sarah herself thus far has been mum, but this much I have dug up: She’s playing a very eligible bachelorette whom Castle takes on a date… at the same restaurant where Beckett is on a date of her own. Awk. Ward.

Question: What else can you tell me about the date between Beckett and Men in Trees’ Scott Elrod on Castle. Does it go well? –Katie
Ausiello: Nope, it’s pretty much a disaster. Beckett ends up running into Castle, who just so happens to be on a date at the same restaurant. And the fact that his date was recently named one of New York’s most eligible bachelorettes only adds to the tension.
(Ask Ausiello)

New Sandy/B&B Spoilers for this week and 2010

Corinne — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 02:05:11 +0000

These are spoilers, so beware if you are unspoiled.

This week:

Nick serenades Sandy, while alone together, on Wednesday December 23rd.

Sandy appreciates the opportunity she’s been given, but says this wasn’t part of the bargain.

I don’t know why, but ok.

In future, 2010:

Nick tries to help Sandy by suggesting she get counseling. He also goes to Lt. Baker to look into her case.

Sandy gets onboard with Lt. Baker checking into her rape, but doesn’t like how slow things are going. Later Lt. Baker shocks her with new information.

Agnes date rape five years ago will still be a big focus.

Sandy’s brother, Oliver, comes to town.

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New Sandy/B&B Spoiler

Corinne — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:31:54 +0000

Click Read More to check out the a new spoiler about Sandy from Daytime Confidential.

Sandy: She’s hired on at Jackie M in a tough job title.

Bridget: She’s extremely thankful for Sandy giving her a child.

Short, but I’m definitely wondering what that “tough job title” will be, lol. You never know.

Yes, it’s true

Corinne — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:22:11 +0000

Sarah is staying another year. She did announce it on her Facebook.

Admittedly, I was remiss in posting because I hate General Hospital with a passion.

But, I’m taking the high road and letting those who aren’t in the know, know.

She signed on for another year. And hopefully, she got the outs that she wanted. Further, I hope this actor strike/contract thing gets resolved soon so that we can see her elsewhere, and she won’t have to sign on for yet another year.

This show is just torture… for me at least, but it’s Sarah so I’m dealing.

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Sarah Brown Fanlisting!

Corinne — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 21:10:54 +0000

Yay! So, it took a very long time, but I finally got approved to re-open the fanlisting for Sarah Brown.

(yay! again).

It’s called Beaut Talent, and you can reach it at fan.sjb-fan.com. (Don’t forget about the Claudia Zacchara fanlisting.)

A really good interview Brown University.

April 2008 Episode Stills

Corinne — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:57:26 +0000

I’ve added Sarah/Claudia’s 13 April 2008 Episode Stills to the gallery.

Two new Sarah Promos

Corinne — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 05:59:31 +0000

You’ve probably already seen the two new promos that came out about Sarah’s return and Claudia’s arrival.

Firstly, I just have to say that I’m excited that she’s returning. It’s been a good long while, and it will be great to see Sarah on my screen on a daily basis again. I may have only been about 13 or so when she left, but she was a favorite then, and she still is now.

So welcome back Sarah!!

However, I must also say to the writers that I am disappointed that once again Sonny gets to be the ladies “welcome wagon.” This guy who is a self-centered, misogynistic , a-hole has absolutely little redeeming qualities. Yet everyone is clamoring for them to get together “because their chemistry is crazy!”

I won’t comment except to say that the writers and everyone else seem to have these revisionist ideas about the Sonny/Carly relationship, and some hope that the can recreate it in this new era. Let’s forget about the actual things that have happened during/since/currently, shall we?

I’ll only conclude with this:

It’s time for a strong female on this show to not be romantically involved with either Sonny OR Jason (yes, I do mean or Jason). Why? Because they’ll quickly not be strong, and turn into whiny freaks ala Sam, Liez Webber, or whoever else you can think of.

With all of that said, screencaps, and clip stuff available for you to enjoy.

Also Part 2 of Sarah’s TV Guide interview.

Update New SoapNET

Corinne — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:14:48 +0000

It’s a bit corny, and it doesn’t give any new info, but it’s something. It just says that Sarah’s coming back, and has old clips of her as Carly, in addition to other characters.

Screencaps, and a clip. I’ve also made a new section where I’ll put clips of her as her new GH character.

Edit to add: Sarah confirms on site that “she will be playing Johnny’s sister, “Claudia Zacchara,” on General Hospital and she will be with GH for at least 12 months.”