AOLiveMC1: DRENO195 wants to know if Renee will venture to behind the camera:
Question: Greetings, Renee! I love the work you've done. I read in an interview that you were becoming more adept behind the
camera. Will we be seeing an episode of X:WP under your direction in the near future? Thanks, Don/DRENO195
ROC: Thanks. I am annoying all the cameramen and directors at the present time. I think I will take a few more years to become
adept in that area.
AOLiveMC1: Galloway has this question about the show's characters:
Question: Hi Renee. I've heard that Hudson Leick may be returning for another guest spot as Callisto. My question is, do you see
Gabrielle as someone who might "reach" Callisto (or want to) like Hercules "reached" Xena?
ROC: Callisto is definitely her own woman. You would have to ask the writers about that.
AOLiveMC1: Trbl007 wants to know what's in Renee's future:
Question: What would you like to do theatrically in the future?
ROC: I have no desire right now to pursue anything beyond Xena. I am learning more behind the scenes. Which is my desire at
the moment.
AOLiveMC1: Hessiphus asks these two questions:
Question: How come there aren't more references to Greek mythology? And why did Ambrosia look like melted gummy bears?
ROC: They taste wonderful as well. I think we are trying to pursue other areas of religion.
AOLiveMC1: John30inD wants to know if Renee will be appearing on a talk show in the future:
Question: Are you going on any TV talk shows such as Letterman or Leno in the near future?
ROC: I have no plans to go on any talk shows. The few weeks that I have off from filming are full of interviews to come.
AOLiveMC1: Rippper22 poses this thought-provoking question:
AOLiveMC1: Nexzia wants to know who is Renee's role model:
Question: Renee, who is the one person that has inspired you the most in your career?
ROC: I have several favorite actresses such as Jessica Lange and Sally Field, Holly Hunter that I choose to look at to learn more
about my craft. I would have to say that I owe a lot of my inspiration to the different teachers I have had over the last 10 years.
AOLiveMC1: EpnEph wants to know if Renee would change anything about her character, Gabrielle:
Question: It's obvious you enjoy playing Gabrielle, making her such a fabulous 3 dimensional character. But if you could change
one thing about her, what would it be?
ROC: Her boots. I think we should make Gabrielle walk around the country in tennis shoes. What do you think?
AOLiveMC1: Goofyde wants to know more about how Renee stays in shape:
Question: Is there a special type of workout you do to keep fit?
ROC: I continue to run. I like to lift weights twice a week. Chasing Xena around is enough of a workout, actually.
AOLiveMC1: PenandSwr wants to know about this:
Question: Gabrielle has gone from "tagalong" to a very capable character (such as Amazon Queen). Gabrielle and Xena
complement each other well, but how much more independent will Gabby become?
ROC: Gabrielle will never leave Xena's side. She is a loyal sidekick to the very end.
AOLiveMC1: LCope has a question concerning the official fan club and website:
Question: I am a member of your official fan club and want to let you know that your mom is doing a great job with the club
and AOL your website. When do you plan on getting a new message to your fans?
ROC: What are we doing now? Thanks mom for all the work if you are out there.
AOLiveMC1: BHall7736 has this to ask:
Question: Renee, you started acting at a very young age, did you always know you wanted to pursue this career?
ROC: I was always a ham. Any type of acting or performance is a way for me to express myself. I knew this at a young age.
AOLiveMC1: SGPernicu has an Internet-related question:
Question: How do you feel about your enormous popularity on the internet and do you go online in New Zealand?
ROC: Occasionally, I will browse the net. I think it is great that we can see the opinions of all the fans from around the world.
We have a direct connection to you whether you realize it or not.
AOLiveMC1: Cynmongir wants to know this:
Question: Where can I get a photo for my 5 year old. She loves Xena and Gabrielle? She has Xena and Hur. dolls. I like that she
knows women have power even though its fantasy.
ROC: Please write to my fan club in Austin, Texas. It is on the net. You will receive more stuff than you could ever want. I
think that we are lucky to have a show where you can find true women who are strong and intelligent and we owe that to the
Xena staff. They are very passionate about the show.
AOLiveMC1: LDCorrea wants to know how much input Renee has in her character:
Question: Renee: Do you have much input on the direction and development of Gabrielle? (Lucia)
ROC: I trust the writers completely. They are very loyal to the character of Gabrielle and as long as they continue to love her I
feel very safe with whatever direction they decide.
AOLiveMC1: Narpi 469 wants to know what Renee does off the set:
Question: What are your hobbies?
ROC: What hobbies? I still love to go to movies. And sleep.
