2001

New Zealand Herald : "New Zealander of the year: Waddell, Lawless readers' picks", an announcement of the results of the NA Herald's poll for New Zealand man and woman of the year - and Lucy won! (January 1, 2001) New Zealand Sunday Newspaper : "LUCY LAID BARE", sound bites from the E! Entertainment TV's celebrity profile of Lucy that was airing in New Zealand. (January 14, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "TV: Lucy Locket's roller-coaster ride to Hollywood adulation", another article on the E! Entertainment TV's celebrity profile of Lucy that was airing in New Zealand. (January 17, 2001) New Zealand Sunday Newspaper : "A HERO FOR THE PARADE", rumors that Lucy is providing the funding for this year's New Zealand Hero Festival, New Zealand's biggest celebration of gayness. (January 21, 2001) The UK Times : a tidbit snipped from a film and movie gossip column, which puts forth a rumor that Lucy has been approached to play Wonder Woman in an upcoming movie. (February 3, 2001) The Chicago Tribune : "Hooking in laughs", article on Lucy's appearance on the US TV sitcom Just Shoot Me. (February 8, 2001) New Zealand New Idea : "Lucy's Flawless", article exploring Lucy's anonymous backing of several philanthropic ventures recently (February 10, 2001) New Zealand Woman's Day : "Starlights", a small blurb about Lucy, Kevin Smith, and Michael Hurst hosting the Starlight Symphony in Aukland. (February 19, 2001) New Zealand New Idea : "From heroine to hooker", article talking about Lucy's appearance as a call girl on the TV sitcom Just Shoot Me. (March 3, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "Donations to child abuse fund lie idle", an article on how the funds collected for the Starship Children's Hospital, which Lucy was spearheading, are idle because no decision has been made on how to use them. (March 17, 2001) Becker Films.com : "The End of an Era: Xena¹s Final Wrap", from the web site of Josh Becker, director for HTLJ and XWP, an article remembering the series from his point of view (March 20, 2001) Reuters : "Warrior Xena Hangs Up Sword, Fate Unknown", article on the show's last day/night of shooting, with speculation on the season finale. (March 29, 2001) Zap2it.com : "Xena Finale = Big Mystery", another article on the show's last day/night of shooting, with speculation on the season finale. (March 29, 2001) The Dominion (NZ) : "Xena's Kiwi odyssey: It's a wrap", another article on the show's last day/night of shooting. (March 31, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "Cut! Xena fights her final battle", yet another article on the show's last day/night of shooting. (March 31, 2001) Email from Sharon Delaney : "Xena's Final Wrap", Sharon's report from New Zealand detailing the last day ever of shooting, and what went on after Rob Tapert called "That's a Wrap!" for the final time. (March 31, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "Xena kickstarts hospital scanner", small news blurb about Lucy & Rob's continuing generosity to Starship Children's Hospital. (April 9, 2001) The Sun (UK) etc. : pictures of Lucy in punk rocker garb for her cameo in Sam Raimi's feature film "Spiderman". (April 23, 2001) Associated Press/Newsmakers : Lucy was a presenter at the American Comedy Awards held on April 22nd. Several pics and a news blurb from the event. (April 24, 2001) Newsmakers : Pics of Lucy and Rob, attending the ASCAP Film and Television Music Awards (April 24, 2001) New Zealand Woman's Day : "Lucy, worrier woman", an excerpt on Lucy from the book "Living Life Out Loud", which details the lives of some Kiwi women. (April 30, 2001 issue) New Zealand Herald : "It's Xena's history in the un-making", article on the huge Renaissance Pictures prop & costume auction (stuff from Herc, Xena, Jack, and Cleo) coming up in Auckland, NZ. (May 2, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "Going, going - gone! Xena's sword strikes a blow for kids", article on the Renaissance Pictures prop & costume auction (stuff from Herc, Xena, Jack, and Cleo) in Auckland, NZ, and how the proceeds from the sales of several of the props will go to benefit Starship Childrens' Hospital. (May 7, 2001) Entertainment Weekly Online : "Wonder Girls", still more speculation about Lucy's possibilities to play Wonder Woman in an upcoming movie. (May 14, 2001) Entertainment News Daily : "Lucy Lawless Hangs Up Xena's Chakram", article with quotes from Lucy and Rob about the show, how it broke ground as a TV series, and what the end of the show means to them. (May 17, 2001) Cinescape Online : "Lawless: 'Xena' Finale", small article containing quotes from an Ian Spelling article in which Lucy talks about the finale of Xena, and gives her thoughts on the character and how it's affected her. (May 18, 2001) Sci Fi Wire : "Lawless Caught In Spidey's Web", a mini-interview with Lucy about her cameo role on Sam Rami's Spiderman back in April. (May 18, 2001) Chicago Sun-Times : "Xena high-kicks it outta here", TV critic Phil Rosenthal's thoughts on the end of the show. (June 8, 2001) TV Guide Online : "Blade Out", exerpts from TV Guide's interview with Lucy about the series and how its end has affected her. (June 11, 2001) Salon.com : "From A to Xena", a fun trip through the alphabet reviewing all that is good about our favorite show and its stars. (June 12, 2001) Associated Press/Newsmakers : Lucy attended the Saturn Awards held on June 12th. Three pics and a news blurb from the event. (June 12, 2001) Ananova.com : "Lawless worries about life after Xena", tongue-in-cheek few quotes from Lucy about what will happen to her in the days after filming ends. (June 13, 2001) Upbeatmag.com : "Saying Farewell To 'Xena Warrior Princess'- A Final Tribute", Upbeat Mag's Bridget Petrella with her final thoughts about XWP. (June 13, 2001) Queery.com : ""Xena" Shocking Series Finale!", Rumors and theories about the series finale, but Lucy and Rob are "keeping mum". (June 13, 2001) Associated Press : "'Xena' Ends 6-Season Run", article on the prop auction, Lucy sound bites about the show and it's end. (June 14, 2001) The Seattle Times : "'Xena's' mere television death can't undo her immortality", editorial about the end of the show, the series finale, and the fan base. (June 15, 2001) Canadian TV Guide : "Xena Timeline", article summarizing the show's seasons, and the themes & plotlines that were covered. (June 16 - 22, 2001 issue) The Calgary Sun : "Lawless scarred by Xena role", article on the physical demands of playing an action hero, the scars Lucy got, and her childhood as a tomboy. (June 18, 2001) Daily Variety : "'Xena' rides into sunset", small news blurb and pics from the June 19th Xena seminar at the Museum of Television & Radio in Los Angeles. Page also includes a report from one lucky Xenite who attended. (June 21, 2001) New York Daily News : "In Last Battle, 'Xena's' a Champ", positive review of the series finale (June 21, 2001) The Times Union (NY) : "'Xena': Of swords and subtext", article on the show's finale and the subtext throughout the series. (June 22, 2001) The New York Post : "Xena, You Shoulda Seena", positive review of the show's finale (June 22, 2001) New York News Day : "Getting Her Kicks, Even After 'Xena'", interview with Lucy about the show's ending, her career past and present, and her outlook on the future (June 22, 2001) San Diego Union Tribune : "The TV Gods Took the Life out of the Immortal Xena", a negative editorial on the show's finale, but with glowing praise for Lucy herself. (June 22, 2001) Gendergappers.org : "THE MURDER OF AN ICON", another negative review the show's finale, from a feminist perspective, bemoaning the loss of the first true female hero. (June 22, 2001) The Chicago Tribune : "No pain is Lawless' gain", article about the fight scenes in the show and how Lucy didn't enjoy doing them. (June 23, 2001) The Honolulu Advertiser : "Without Xena, why watch TV?", a tongue-in-cheek editorial about the end of the show. (June 23, 2001) New York Daily News : "Fans' Fury at 'Xena' Finale", in a follow-up to his first article on June 21, David Bianculli defends his positive interpretation of the series finale . (June 25, 2001) Scifi.ign.com : "Xena, A Friend in Need", Jeff Lundrigan's editorial covering the series overall, as well as his own negative feelings toward the series finale. (June 26, 2001) E! Online : "Fans Lose Heads Over "Xena"", article on fan reaction to the finale. (June 26, 2001) The Detroit News : "'Xena' fans are up in arms over warrior's brutal death", another article on fans' reactions to 'Friend in Need'. (June 29, 2001) The New Zealand Herald : "Ayeeee! Xena's end too grisly for stricken fans", another article on some fans' strong reactions to the end of the series. (June 29, 2001) diversityinc.com : "What Will Fill Lesbians' Xena Void And Deliver Devoted TV Viewers?", Lamentation for the end of XWP and a discussion about what shows currently on TV could possibly take it's place in the hearts of the gay/lesbian community. (July 5, 2001) LA Times : "Do Battle With Xena Fans", small blurb on the XWP prop auction going on at yahoo.com (July 5, 2001) TV Guide Online : "CHEERS AND JEERS", Jeers for the XWP season finale for being gruesome. (July 9, 2001) New Zealand Herald : "Lawless adds voice to charity lineup", article about Lucy stepping in at the last minute to sing at the "A Night with the Knight - Sir Howard Morrison" charity event. Proceeds go to the Starship Hospital. (July 21, 2001) Reuters Newswire : "Lawless Leaps From 'Xena' to 'X-Files'", news blurb about Lucy appearing in the first 2 episodes of The X-Files when their next season starts in the fall. (July 30, 2001) The New Zealand Herald : "Xena to double her cult kudos with stint on spooky 'X-Files'", More detailed information on how Lucy got the part in The X-Files. (August 1, 2001) Upbeatmag.com : "'Xena' Star 'Lucy Lawless'‹ To Guest Star On 'X-Files'", Upbeat Mag's Bridget Petrella speculates on what Lucy's role will be in the upcoming season of The X-Files. (August 3, 2001) New Zealand Woman's Day : "The love of Lucy", a small blurb about Lucy on holiday in Hawaii with Julius. (August 6, 2001) People.com : "Lucy Lawless's Big 'X-Files' Debut", News that Lucy's stint in The X-Files may be expanded from two episodes to eight! (August 14, 2001) thexfiles.com : excerpt from an online chat with Chris Carter of X-Files discussing the casting of Lucy (August 23, 2001) New Zealand Woman's Day : "Lucy's truth is out there", an interview with Lucy Lawless, in which she reflects on motherhood, Xena and her upcoming role in The X-files. (August 27, 2001) Dreamwatch : "Xena set for the X-Files", an article mentioning Lucy's guest appearance on the X-Files and how she got the part. (October 2001 issue) Pavement Magazine (NZ) : link to the KiwiAttic offering of this article, which mentions Lucy's involvement in a group voicing their concerns over genetic engineering. (October/November 2001 issue) newsguy.com : "No More Happily Ever Afters", newsguy.com's Ariel Penn talks about the events of September 11, and the end of XWP. (October 2, 2001) Entertainment Weekly : small blurb from p.141's Cybertalk section with a quote from Lucy about her experiences on the set of The X-Files and how it compared with the set of Xena (October 5, 2001) Hawkes Bay Today (NZ) : "Lawless on a roll", link to the KiwiAttic offering of this small blurb and photo showing Lucy autographing charity editions of Monopoly for Starship Hospital. (October 6, 2001) Entertainment News Daily : "Double X: Lucy Lawless Moves from 'Xena' to 'The X-Files'", a mini-interview with Lucy on her role on the X-Files. (October 11, 2001) Rocky Mountain News : "'Xena's' Lawless rethinks quest for the brass ring", an article with Lucy's thought on the events of Sept. 11 and how they've changed her outlook. (October 17, 2001) SciFi Wire : "Lawless Talks X-Files Role", another blurb with a few quotes from Lucy about the X-Files, and the XWP season finale. (October 31, 2001) The Columbus Dispatch : "'XENA' STAR HAS TO KEEP QUIET ABOUT ROLE IN 'X-FILES' OPENER", Lucy talks about the X-Files, and the XWP season finale. (November 1, 2001) The New Zealand Herald : "Lawless tipped for stage", small news blurb about Lucy's planned stint in Auckland's production of "The Vagina Monologues" in February 2002. (November 5, 2001) Knox News : "Goodbye 'Xena,' hello 'X-Files'", an interview with Lucy on how she got the X-Files role, her thoughts about the show, and about being an actress. (November 8, 2001) The Chicago Tribune : "`X' factor: Missing Mulder - New casting takes paranormal cult hit in new directions", overall an article on the X-Files season opener. The Lucy bits have been snipped out and are presented here. (November 8, 2001) Upbeatmag.com : "Actress 'Lucy Lawless'‹ The Enduring "Coolness" Of A Free Spirit", Upbeat Mag's Bridget Petrella talks with Lucy about The X-Files, Xena, and most importantly, life. (November 9, 2001) Reuters/Newsmakers : Pictures of Lucy attending the premiere of the movie "Black Knight". (November 15, 2001) Reuters/Newsmakers : Pictures of Lucy attending the premiere of the movie "Spy Game". (November 19, 2001) E! Online : "Xena Preggers!", announcement that Lucy's pregnant again, and expecting in the Spring! (November 20, 2001) New Zealand New Idea : "Lucy's Shock Pregnancy", discussing the discovery of her expecting a third child. (December 1, 2001) Newsmakers/Corbis : Pictures of Lucy attending the premiere of the movie "Lord of the Rings". (December 16, 2001)

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