Disclaimer: All typos are verbatim as they were in the chat, and are not a result of too much nutbread on the part of the webmistress.

Hudson tvg: Tvgchat: Hudson Leick of Xena will be with us shortly. Send in your questions.

Hudson tvg: & I'm typing for the guest.

Tvgchat: Welcome Hudson. Thanks for joining us.

Question: Hi Hudson, Adam here... is it fun to play a character who's so unabashedly evil?

Hudson tvg: Absolutely delightful.

Question: Do you like doing action or would you prefer to do more dramatic roles? --Alexi

Hudson tvg: Hum. It depends on the day and what I feel like I want to do.

Question: How was going back to New Zealand to reprise the role of Callisto different this time around than when the character was first introduced?

Hudson tvg: More money, same trailer. Shorter hair. It's a lot different. I'm a lot less crazy than I was when I first started the show. And because I have such a history with the people of Xena, I learn so much each time I go back.

Question: At the end of Sacrifice2 when Callisto is stabbed by Xena, she drags her hand down Xena's body. Your interpretation of that scene was very sensual. Was it improvised by you and LL or was it written this way in the script?

Hudson tvg: I just wanted to feel her up. or down. Rather.

Question: hudson with your chracter turning over to the good side does that mean you will not be in many episodes like last season

Hudson tvg: I think truly truly truly I am finished with Calisto now.

Question: Most actors say that playing a villain are more fun than playing the good guy. Do you feel the same way and do you worry about becoming typecast as the villain?

Hudson tvg: I could give a rat's a** if I'm typecast as a villian. Being a villian is the most fun and the best therapy I can think of.

Question: Are you going to do any conventions this year or next?

Hudson tvg: Maybe one in England.

Question: When did you start with your acting?

Hudson tvg: I started acting probably when I was 16. With an acting coach from Rochester NY. Became a model and hated it. Dragged myself to NY and studied properly

Question: Who/what inspired yo to become an actress?

Hudson tvg: Cher, Because she was such a magical mermaid glamour puss.

Question: Hey Hudson! I have been a Xena and Hercules fan for some time now, and I always tell my friends that Callisto is my favorite! I just want to know this, are you as firey and spicey (Exiting, etc.) as your Character?

Hudson tvg: No I'm dull and boring. =stat

Question: Unlike on the show, how do you and Lucy get along on stage?

Hudson tvg: We don't have a friendship. We have a working relationship. I don't spend any time with her personally.

Question: Do you have any non-Xena projects coming up in the near future we should look out for? -Meo

Hudson tvg: I just finished Chill Factor and an Aaron Spelling pilot. Safe Harbor. And 2 more Xenas that are coming up.

Question: Why in the WORLD did u cut yer hair girl! hehe It was so pretty!

Hudson tvg: I no longer wanted to be society's idea of a pretty Barbie doll. I really wanted to know who I was without that image reflecting back at me.

Question: How did you get pick to be Calisto?

Hudson tvg: Like everybody else I auditioned. They all agreed that I very scary and unnerving and creepy. They took a chance on me. Thank God!

Question: What's the funnest part about doing the show?

Hudson tvg: I've made incredible friends in New Zealand. And looking at the gorgeous tribal people. They are hot and very earthy.

Question: WE LOVE YOU HUDSON!!!!! hi!!! My name is Sarah, I'm 14 and I live in Australia. My question is: If you could do anything in the world, what would it be? And also, my mum wants to know if you know any nice recipes involving tofu? Thanks, bye bye.

Hudson tvg: Garlic, Ginger, Soy Sauce, and vinigar. Dip the tofu in an egg batter. Fry on both sides in a skillet. Pour rest of egg on top. When done cut up chives and put on top.

Question: Where were you born and raised?

Hudson tvg: Cincinatti, OH. Raise and born in Rochester, NY

Question: do you have any brothers or sisters?

Hudson tvg: I have an evil older sister named Heather Leone. She lives on the web if you want to hunt her down. I'm sure she'll hate me for telling you.

Question: I saw that u were on the show "safe harbor" are you going to be on there agian anytime soon? -ephiny32

Hudson tvg: ??...

Question: Hi Hudson, you're great! How much of your own stunt work do you do as Callisto and have you ever been injured?

Hudson tvg: I do everything where you see my face and I've been nicked by Lucy's sword by once for show on the horse.

Question: Any comments on your part in the season premiere - Fallen Angel?

Hudson tvg: 3 Hours in Makeup sucks. But oh what fun to play a demon.

Question: What is your life time goal?

Hudson tvg: To love and accept myself completely.

Question: Is there anyone you'd like to work with that you haven't worked with yet? -Meo

Hudson tvg: Oh God yes! Where do I begin. Anthony Hopkins, Susan Sarandon, Sean Penn, the list goes on.

Question: Here in Atlanta, Robert Trebor came and had a drink with us at our bar after the DragonCon convention. Do you like working with him, and is he as funny on the set?

Hudson tvg: I've only worked with him I think once. And not even in many scenes together. He seems very nice.

Tvgchat: Hi Hudson - your cousin here

Hudson tvg: Big fat kisses to you and your family.

Question: Hello Hudson. Do you think that your character is ever seen as a "sexual ploy" to attract more viewers?

Hudson tvg: I don't know but thank you for sexualizing me.

Question: Hudson, are you married or do you have a boyfriend? a lot of people want to know this?

Hudson tvg: If you must know my personal life, I will be celibate for 6 mths on Nov 11th.

Question: But you didnt get to kiss Lucy Lawless this time....you must have been disappointed?

Hudson tvg: Nothing comes to mind when i think about kissing her.

Question: so what did u do before the big screen

Hudson tvg: I dated a lot. Lived a lot of high drama.

Question: are there any plans on killing Callisto off in the next season like in almost every season? i hope not---Shawn Morgan

Hudson tvg: Calisto does not die... Nor does she come back. Well sort off. of.

Question: What was it like working with Skeet Ulrich???

Hudson tvg: It was facinating and difficult. He's an incredibly brilliant and talented actor and man. And yes, very very sexy and very very married.

Question: do you have any advice fo young performers of any type?

Hudson tvg: If you want to go after something, it's like a puzzle. Put the pieces together. Study your craft, find out how the business works, and find out how you can sell yourself and never beg. Believe in yourself.

Tvgchat: Thanks Hudson for chatting with us

Hudson tvg: Thank you all for the people that are reading right now. Thanks for the support. I'm truly greatful. And goodnight.

Tvgchat: Please come and talk with us again soon. Bye!

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