martedì, ottobre 14, 2008

Talking with Jillie Reil

Categoria: Film, TV, VIP

Gentle Jillie, in your texts you declare continuously your modesty but in your pictures sometimes you seem as a flourishing personnage in Botticelli’s paintings. (Not by chance you inserted that pic… ) Is this your way of life, too?

I do consider myself a very down to earth and humble person full of humor. In fact, I thank God every day for all that has graced my life (well, maybe not those wrinkles that have started to appear). Upon entering my thirties, I began to appreciate my feminine presence and power. I realized that allowing my beauty to shine from within and embracing all that I am–spiritually, mentally, and physically–is not bragadocious, rather I am merely fufilling all that God has created me to be.

Is your irony natural or born watching to Sex and the City?

I think I am just one of many women that can relate to and laugh about the story lines in Sex and the City. If you date long enough, you are bound to have some crazy stories, especially if you are a bit of a free spirit with an open mind living in Hollywood. I am super easy going and fun, but I tend to forget that there are some seriously messed up men roaming around this planet that have no clue…but, the stories keep my friends entertained. Men here sometimes forget to tell you that they’re married, gay, unemployed, living with their mother, or all of the above!

When was the first time u felt to be really an artist?

And what do you prefer to be, actress, model, dancer?

I think I was always an artist at heart from as early as I can remember. I was either making up skits, fashion shows, or dances with my friends. I went onto be my high school danceline captain and do some modeling in my teenage years, but those weren’t realistic career goals in the middle of Minnesota. So, I went onto pursue an education and career in law throughout my twenties, until a pivotal change in my life (also known as a divorce) brought me to the West Coast to enjoy the beautiful weather. I originally landed in San Diego to attend law school, but the bright lights of Hollywood a few hours away lured me back to my true dreams in the arts. Although I was extremely passionate about dancing in my younger years, I have fallen in love with acting. Comedy is my favorite, which comes quite easy for me given that I was raised by a bunch of comedians…my family is hilarious! I already have a goofy humor about me (my mom calls me “Silly Jillie”), and I love to laugh and make people laugh.

How many secrets are in women’s eyes? And in yours?

I am a believer that the eyes are the window to a person’s soul. Women may be considered complicated creatures with a myriad of emotions, but you can usually gauge them by the eyes. So, if one pays close attention, a woman’s secrets may be easily revealed. For instance, if you spot any of my acting headshots where I look REALLY angry, you can guarantee that I am thinking about an ex-boyfriend. HA!

What do you think as the best performance or project in your artistic life until now?

I had the honor of working with one of the greatest in comedy–Jerry Zucker (Airplane, Naked Gun, etc.) He directed me in a late-night sketch comedy pilot for TBS. I had an absolute blast on the project playing a porn star with a heart of gold (remember, I do have some clothes on and this is comedic television!)

What do you know or prefer about Italy?

I have been drawn to Italian men my whole life, and the wine isn’t so bad either! Italy is one of the top travel destinations on my wish list, so I hope to make it there very soon to check it all out in person.

In this world and in your opinion what is the best dream to have?

Hmmm, winning the lotto and traveling the world on my yacht stocked with fine wine and Italian men? Seriously, the best dream in this world to have in that which you were born with in your heart. I think God gives each one of us a unique gift and passion for that gift. It took me a while to rediscover the dream in my heart that I perhaps pushed aside from childhood, but I realized that I would never be happy until I took a chance on my true desires.

Smiles & Sunshine,

Jillie

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