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Interview
The star of the cult series "Beverly Hills, 90210" arrives today with a new series: "Private Eyes".
16. July 2018
10:05
Munich. In the '90s, his poster was hanging in countless children' s rooms: As the main actor
the successful American television series "Beverly Hills, 90210" – he played Branon Walsh
– Jason Priestley became a global star and made millions of girls' hearts beat faster.
Now the intelligent Canadian has come to Munich to watch his new TV series "Private Eyes"
present on the 13th street from July 16th. He plays one
former professional ice hockey player, who with a tough private detective crime
solves. For our four-eyed conversation at the Bayerischer Hof Hotel appears the 48-year-old
with full beard and elegant suit. It seems smaller than expected, barely bigger than 1.70
Meters. After a short warm up, he responds with amazing honesty and openness.
million. Priestley, you do not play only in Private Eyes, you have
the series also produced. What attracted you to that?
I noticed that there was a gap in the current supply of television stations:
It lacked a classic detective series after the model of "The Model and the snoop"
or "Remington Steele". We wanted to revive this genre. Because I think
The public likes it, when nice characters are hugs and by the way, by episode
solve a delicate case.
Well, my acting skills would not be an obstacle in the profession,
and I could certainly acquire some knowledge, for example, what
research on computer concerns. But I'm afraid to have the patience needed
no. Because the life of a private investigator is actually much less glamorous
and sexy only in our series. Most likely, you can do it with a life of one
Compare the sailors: The daily life of the investigator consists of seemingly endless days
Trouble with occasional moments of naked fear. Real detectives do not drive
like in "Private Eyes" with a Porsche 911 1969 around and not eat in fine
Restaurants. On the contrary, they spend hours and hours sitting and waiting with theirs
Binoculars in shabby cars and fast food cram. This stupid
Waiting would kill me.
His series character Matt Shade was originally a professional ice hockey player. how
Do you have personal experience with this sport?
Like almost everyone born and raised in Canada, I am also a teenager
I played ice hockey – until I realized that my ambitions meant mine
Skills largely outdated. I've never been a prominent player like Matt Shade,
But I have acted on a respectable level.
About the Person
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Childhood:
Jason Bradford Priestley was born August 28, 1969 in Vancouver, Canada
He grew up there with his twin sister Justine Priestley. Gathered early
He played in TV series, commercials and as a model in front of the camera and discovered
in high school, the passion to act on the theater stage. in
in the 1980s, he was in episodes of the series "21 Jump Street", "Airwolf"
and "MacGyver" he became famous in the 1990s with his role
as Brandon Walsh in the television series "Beverly Hills, 90210". -
Career:
After leaving the series, Priestley worked on several TVs and feature films
as an actor, director or producer. The big breakthrough on the big screen
he has not succeeded so far. -
Privacy:
On February 2, 1999, Priestley married actress Ashlee Petersen. The wedding
but was divorced a year later on January 2, 2000 again. Since 2005
he is married to makeup artist Naomi Lowde. The couple has a daughter
(* 2007) and a son (* 2009). Since 2007, Jason Priestley also owns the United States
Citizenship. -
New Series:
Former hockey pro Matt Shade, Jason Priestley is part of the new series "Private
Eyes "with Cindy Sampson on the hunt for criminals (Early July 16, private channel
13th Street).
Similar to you, Matt Shade becomes very famous and becomes one at an early age
idol of young people. To cope with this, his father gives him a code of conduct
Hand – a list of ten rules that states, among other things, "No yachts!"
Have you received anything comparable from your parents?
Unfortunately no. But this unit was one of the reasons I felt mine
The character of the series felt very connected: me too, I was facing celebrity
learn to deal with an almost absurd worship by fans.
Colleagues Dustin Hoffman and Woody Harrelson clearly explained the glory
would almost inevitably spoil every human being. Have you had moments in your life,
in which you thought, "Heck, I never wanted one of those arrogant bastards
– but now I am one of those! "
Pfff … (laughs, presses around, thinks for a long time) Moments, yes There were times when I looked at myself and
I realized that I was beginning to behave in a certain way. Then said
Me to me: "No, no, no, I will not do that, I will not become a
Mutate dude! I do not want that! "Because I've guessed how dangerous it is to get rid of
let flow the flow of flattery and idolatry.
You owned a dozen luxury cars at the time …
Yes, twelve sleds and one end. I know what you mean.
Hills, 90210 "alongside Tori Spelling (runner's third) and Brian Austin
Green (2nd from the right). Photo: Worldvision Enterprises Inc2
How did you manage not to be swept away by the current?
I think … I think it's very important that you enjoy the odds
that you have been given, and that at the same time you realize that everything
you have, can disappear very quickly. So, you should always try
grateful, humble and diligent. That's the only way to stay reasonably normal
reliable – and make sure you do not lift.
Matt Shade falls into a deep hole after the end of his stiff sports career
and must look for a new challenge. How did you feel when you did
After nine years of huge success suddenly leave "Beverly Hills, 90210"
are?
like. That's why I can very well identify myself to Matt. My exit from
"Beverly Hills, 90210" left a lingering aftertaste: When I left,
There was not even a farewell party for me. I had the feeling, nine years
wasted my life. You know, when the world around you suddenly
do not move faster when your success goes from one moment to the next
stop, then you completely lose your orientation. That takes time
until you find your foot again.
What gave you a new take?
I went into work: to find my inspiration, I am
returned to my roots – to the theater. I spent months in an award winning movie
Piece on the side of Edie Falco in London on stage.
In which room?
"Side Man" by Warren Leight.
Ah! I've already seen this in New York with Christian Slater. A fabulous piece:
interesting story, drawing of great figures, brilliant dialogues. That was for sure
a revelation for you after nine years of soap routine …
That's just to say! These months in London have given me motivation for mine
Job returned I realized again that the theater was my first love
– The reason I became an actor at all.
When and how did you develop this love?
During my school years. There was an amazing theater group at my high school
for which an ultramodern theater had been built. There, I have my first
Stage experiences collected. Today, I try, at least every few years
stand on any scene.
What do you mean, what would you become if you were not with the acting career?
would have worked?
No idea. For me there was never a plan B. I still have my skills
believed – and somehow knew that it was the way I had to follow.
After "Beverly Hills, 90210" you also made several movies, but unfortunately
all are flopped. Does it vermin you that you have the big breakthrough on the big screen?
was refused until here?
No, I am very happy in the world of television. TV has always been good for me. I
even think that it now offers better opportunities than the cinema. because
In the field of cinema, today only 250 million super-expensive franchise products
or sublimates 2.5 million dollars of independent films shot. Between the two
it's nothing. The most interesting things happen on TV.
For many years, you have been able to build a second foot as a director:
You have made more than 70 movies and television series. How did it happen?
more?
I developed my first ambitions in this direction in my youth: already in
I was allowed to put parts in my high school. And during my time at
"Beverly Hills, 90210" I thought about my future soon enough,
Although the series was so successful, I knew that this success would not last forever
would be. That's why I just wanted to keep my career path open. And me
I can tell you that today I am happy with it. In a way, I have ours at the time
Producer Aaron Spelling has persuaded me to direct an episode of the third
Entrust the season to "Beverly Hills, 90210". No idea what he's doing
thought – after all, I was nothing more than a 23 year old greenie.
In the end, over the years, I've even made 15 episodes of the series.
Who would have thought that good old Brian would bring a bride so hot to the altar?
But he has always been damned with women. In retrospect, I think we have
to use our star status a lot better.
Do you still have contacts with your former colleagues in the series today?
Let 's just say that most of them have not been around for a long time.
seen. But with Luke Perry, I'm in regular exchange – we meet
about once or twice a year.
With so many forthcoming series, let's say we'll one day
You see some kind of "Brendon 2.0"?
How does it sound? Never say never! But I do not even know who since
The death of Aaron Spelling owns all rights to the series. In addition, probably
It will be hard to find the old troop because we are all pretty
I work on "Private Eyes", Luke works on "Riverdale", and
I'm sure Ian Ziering is shooting a new "Sharknado" (laughs) !
And Brian Austin Green is busy with Megan Fox …
Yeah, who would have thought that good old Brian would be such a hot wife at the altar?
leads? But I tell you, he has always been damned with women. It was
also one of the few of us who did it just in the days of "Beverly Hills, 90210"
let it crack. For example, Luke had already been married and I was at the time
firmly in love. In retrospect, I think we would have taken advantage of our much better star status
must (laughs) .
It is at that moment that you have embodied the alluring son, now enter "Private Eyes"
the devoted father. Did you find it easy to change roles?
Yes, it is the natural course of things. I think you should be lucky
if you manage to survive in the showbiz shark tank for so long that you can
Join this role change. And I hope for at least this long
to be in business to play grandfather roles one day
Yes, and they almost all talk about my two children: my ten-year-old daughter
and my eight year old son is now the driving force of my life. I dream
to take them to all kinds of places and show them a lot of things,
that I know myself or want to get to know them.
Do you show them the fruits of your work?
Yes, some; for others, however, they are still too small. My daughter likes to watch
"Private eyes" with me. And she finds the fascinating perspective, soon "Beverly Hills,
90210. "For some reason, she also wants the series together
look at me. But I would like this genie as long as possible
stay locked up.
Do you think your daughter might find this embarrassing?
Yes, I'm afraid of that. I'm afraid of having to explain a lot
(laughs) !
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