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I found this thread that has interviewed with Jason Faunt. Thanks to Mesogog for this!
Mesogog said:1. What was it like being a Power Ranger and did you enjoy it?
Some of the most memorable experiences of my acting career to date.
2. Did you get along with both casts of Wild Force and Time Force?
Yes with Time Force and not so much with Wild Force. That cast was very different from us.
3. Did ever imagine yourself acting on a kids' show?
Hadn't thought much about it, at the time was willing to virtually anything.
4. What was it like playing 2 people in Time Force?
Very challenging and very fun. As an actor you do it to play other people so this gave me double the opportunity. Also felt it showed my ability to act as they wanted to portray two completely different characters.
5. Are you related to the Blue S.P.D. Ranger Sky, and is the rumor true about your character Wes being the Blue Ranger Sky's father?
I did see the picture as someone sent it to me. It made me angry that if theyr'e going to use the same outfit not to bring back the same actor. That is an insult to the fan base as you guys aren't going to just let something like that go. Other that that I haven't watched the show since the Wild Force season.
6. What was it like working in Forever Red with the other actors?
There was some ego but overall we had a great time.
7. How did the role of Wes Collins come to you?
Another audition that went well. Through my agent like the rest of them.
8. Jason, What was the best thing about being in Power Rangers?
Nothing was stagnant. Everyday we were doing something new or in a different location.
9. Are you doing any projects currently?
Working now on a Miller Lite referee commercial as I play one of the refs. Not sure when it will air.
10. What episodes were your favorite to film?
Movie Madness without a doubt.
11. What did you think of the rivalry between your character ( Wes ) and Dan Southworth's (Eric) ?
We sometimes do the same in real life. He is very intense and serious and our personalities can clash b/c of it. In a good way though. Our relationship has it's similarities to the characters in the show.
12. What are the exact differences between Alex and Wes?
Wes was more relaxed and looking to have fun whereas Alex had more focus and took life much more seriously.
13. What was it like working with Edward Laurence Albert?
Lots of great stories.
14. What was it like working with Vernon Wells?
Lots of great stories. You can learn alot from veteran actors like them. I will be with Vernon again in Colorado in July as we're doing an event through Kate Sheldon's company Hollywood 101. Check out here website as she is hopefully planning events throughout the country. I believe it's Kate@Hollywood101.com This would give me the opportunity to meet all of you personally if we come to your town.
15. If you ever had the chance, would you come back to PR?
If I wasn't on another show sure.
16. What projects have you done since Power Rangers?
IMDB.com
17. Do you have any hobbies that you do outside of acting frequently?
Lots of working out, preparing for my child to arrive in late May. I still play in Men's football and baseball leagues so I stay busy traveling with those teams or in tournaments during the weekends.
18. After playing two characters who were both very much attracted to Jen, what are your thoughts on how things ended between the three of them?
Wes and Jen should have ended up together. Producers/Writers argued endlessly on that.
19. In the Discovery Channel's production of Alexander the Great, you spoke in another language throughout the whole thing. Was it very difficult preparing for that part? (And incidentally, do you know if they're planning on releasing it on DVD anytime soon?)
Not sure when but they say they will release it. Ancient Greek is very challenging.
20. Did you enjoy working with Daniel Southworth again in that?
Yes, he is one of the best with fighting scenes.
21. What are your plans these days?
Keep focusing on the work and being a great husband/father.
22. What are your goals for your acting career now and in the future?
Start producing films that I act in like Pact. Stay tuned to www.bubsy.net as we're developing a weekly show about 5 not so super superheroes to be played on the net.
23. How was your experience filming Power Rangers different from filming Alexander The Great??
Power Rangers was very professional whereas Alexander was low in budget. It makes for a better experience when you have better amenities, better food, location and so forth.
24. I have heard that on the episode titled Movie Madness pt. 2, your fiancee made a brief appearance as a saloon girl. Is this true? And how did she get the part?
My wife at the time fiancee was the bar girl in that show. I think we all know how she got the part.
25. TimeForce is hailed as one of the greatest PR series of all-time. Are there any particular aspects you think are specifically to thank for this - the plot, the timing, the characters/cast, anything you think is directly responsible for the season's success?
We had a great cast that was excited and happy to be a part of the show. The writers were the best and most importantly and for the first time they took a more adult approach to the plot. I think they realized the audience was older than they originally had thought. I don't think certain members of other casts were as appreciative to be on the show.
26. Was there anybody in particular who you got along especially well with, or anyone specific you truly admired and respected among the other wonderful actors and actresses?
Erin Cahill will always be my favorite and is the one I speak with the most today.
27. Have you previously/do you continue to follow the show, both to date and the long-past legacy? Any personal favorite characters (Ranger, villain, sidekick, bumbling pair) or storylines that you enjoyed, or wish you could have worked with or been a part of?
They should have continued a show with Dan and I as the Silver Guardians. The show was very popular as were our characters. We could've been onto something there.
28. Off the set, how do you best spent your free time? Listen to music (any favorite bands/artists or concerts?), pick up a book or comic (recommended titles?), drop an hour or 2 on some video games, head to the gym or out on a run, catch your favorite TV show....?
On set I would read, catch up on phone calls, pay bills or watch TV. To this day I am very proud to have answered or sent back every piece of fan mail or email I have received.
29. Growing up, what kind of super heroes did you look up to and enjoy? How does it feel to know that YOU got to be that kind of hero to countless kids and people the world over?
Words could never describe how proud I am to be a part of the show. When my child gets into the Power Rangers age and if the show is still on it will be interesting to see how they react to that. Superman was always my hero and the reason for developing the show I discussed earlier.
30. If not an actor, any idea what else you might've done with your life? Care to share your plans for the future, perhaps beyond this career?
Hard to say, life is an ever evolving mystery. Right now I work as a financial planner at a brokerage firm but always keep a foot in the entertainment industry. Can't see myself doing anything besides acting but it's always good to have a backup plan.
31. Though each character plays an integral part, and everybody has their favorites, let's be honest; As the Red Ranger of a series, many people consider you and your other fellow Red Rangers to be more or less the embodiment and representative of each whole series - obvious, when you see such outtings as Forever Red. How does it feel to have that notch in your belt - that you have such a lofty place in the history of this legacy?
Again I am extremely proud to have been a part of it. Unfortunately Hollywood doesn't recognize PR the same way. Spinoffs with PR I think would be very successful on Sat daytime TV. No one out here seems to feel the same I guess.
32. Any tips on becoming a successful actor/actress?
Work hard, perseverance, and know there are no set paths to becoming successful or staying successful in this town. You just have to enjoy the ride out here.
33. How do you handle the media with regards to your private life and your career? Any bad experiences so far?
Actually there have been no problems.
34. Who is your major inspiration in life?
Great question. I would say my parents as they have always been so supportive and understanding for everything I have set out to accomplish.
35. Are you more of an introvert or an extrovert?
I bounce back and forth. Sometimes when my mood is right and I'm with the right people I can be the life of the room; other times my wife and I will just hide, go to dinner and see a good film. (One of my favorite things to do)
36. What did you do before you started your career in acting?
I was a Business major in college and played pro Baseball in Huntingburg, Indiana in the Independant Leagues.
37. What is the happiest/saddest moment in your life?
Happiest-getting married, seeing 3-D sonagram pics of my baby and the time I received the call to be on Power Rangers. (I knew I could then quit waiting tables).
Saddest- The day I left home to move to California watching my mother cry as I pulled away. That was pretty tough.
38. What made you decide to become a Power Ranger?
During that time in my life you work on anything you can. Great pay didnt' hurt as well.
39. Who are the inspirations of your acting career?
Brad Pitt. He's very courageous and you never know what he'll do next. Very unpredictable in his role choices. Plays down the pretty boy image which I admire as well.
40. Did you study martial arts before getting the role of Wes Collins?
Yes, Jeet Kune Do Martial Arts.
41. Whats your favoite T.V. show other then Power Rangers?
Arrested Development is the best show on TV since Seinfeld.
42. How the hell do you see out of those Time Force helmets?
It's easy, just tinted visors that you can't see in but have no problems seeing out. We didnt' have to wear them that often
43. Any chance of doing something else besides acting?
Producing/Directing within the industry and financial planning outside of it.
44. Where do you see yourself 20 years from now?
Can't even imagine. Hopefully working on a comedic TV show as I've started training at the renowned Groundlings Theatre. Or if I really get a good break a film actor with choices as to the roles I want to play.
45. I read somewhere that you were a bit of a pratical joker on set, any memorable ones you pulled and did any one ever get you back?
The best ones I can't say here.
46. Do you have any regrets about not making it as a professional baseball player?
None, I played as long as I could before being released. Actually Ty Wiggington whom plays 3rd Base with the Pittsburgh Pirates I played alongside with in college at UNC-Asheville.
47. What brought you to help create 'Bubsy'? What can we expect from Bubsy now and in the future?
My partner and I decided to create our own show based on the material we wanted to film. Expect future projects like the superhero show as well as horror scripts that are now being developed.
48. What's the one thing about you that very few people, especially fans, know about you, and if they found out might be suprised to know?
I never cry in real life but always cry when watching sad movies. Training to be more of a comedic actor as working on SNL would be a dream come true. Generally don't like actors. Can be a very pretentious bunch and I find myself very different from most of the actors I come across.
One word responses:
Time Force: Potential
Bubsy: Potential
The women of Time Force: Talented
Favorite Band/singer: U2
Favorite Food: Steak (Morton's Steak House)
Worst Sport: NASCAR
Power Ranger or Alexander the Great?(Who would you rather be.): Alexander.
Power Ranger fans: loyal......phenomenal
Jason Faunt http://graphics.hotmail.com/i.p.emsmilep.gif: Driven
And for 100 Points:
"Alex and Wes are trapped in a room with Jen. They both want her, but only one can leave the room with her. An all out brawl ensues. Who would win and why?"
Alex, unfortunately b/c Wes deserves her. He's a seasoned general with much more fighting experience.
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I want to thank you for asking me to be a part of your interview. You all asked a lot of very well thought out questions. Please feel free to always stay in touch through email. As long as your questions are brief I can always respond back and am happy to do so.
Also stay tuned to www.bubsy.net or eventually www.jasonfaunt.com as developments with our new bi-monthly show will soon be out. Again it focuses on the lives of 5 Not So Super Superheroes. It's a Mystery Men meets X Men meets Jackass. We hope to start filming in a few months and make it a weekly show. I'll make sure on the website to include a space for comments as we might even create episodes based on the suggestions of the fans. Stay tuned and thanks again for being such great fans!
Best,
Jason Faunt
