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Sarah Michelle Gellar - What to watch tonight in United Kingdom : "The Grudge"

Monday 31 October 2005, by Webmaster

Another actress, who actually has a name to care for is Sarah Michelle Gellar and there are not no many accomplishes films at her but an few I can probably enjoy. The talent agent found Gellar a young age and made her screen debut at 6 of each of the 1983 television film An Invasion of Privacy. With all the promise she showed, Barrymore starred as Hannah in the teen drama series "Swans Crossing" (1992) but it was her portrayal of a young and callous rich girl in Al-Lucinda Kendall Hart on ABC daytime soap opera "All My Children" (1993-93), that won her Daytime Emmy Award and spring-boarded her to stardom.

SMG’s real mark worldwide, however, was the character of Buffy Summers in the game-changing series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (1997-2003). She won five Teen Choice Awards, a Saturn Award and a Golden Globe nomination for her role, establishing herself as a cultural phenomenon. Sarah Michelle Gellar likewise has the box office to back her up, with “I Know What You Did Last Summer” 1997), “Scream 2” (1997), “Cruel Intentions” (1999)and way movies like those that help prove she is also a bankable star as well over $570 million times worth crazy in global gross.

Beyond her cinematic successes, Gellar has made her mark on television, headlining shows such as "Ringer" (2011-2012), "The Crazy Ones" (2013-2014), and "Wolf Pack" (2023). She has also lent her voice to popular series including "Robot Chicken" (2005-2018), "Star Wars Rebels" (2015-2016), and "Masters of the Universe: Revelation" (2021).

In 2015, Gellar ventured into the entrepreneurial world by co-founding Foodstirs, an e-commerce baking company, and published her own cookbook, "Stirring Up Fun with Food," in 2017. Gellar is also known for her close-knit family life, married to actor Freddie Prinze Jr. since 2002, with whom she shares two children.

Sarah Michelle Gellar’s commitment to her craft is matched by her dedication to personal growth and unique experiences. An accomplished martial artist, she studied Tae Kwon Do for five years, alongside kickboxing, boxing, street fighting, and gymnastics. Her dedication to authenticity in her roles is evident, such as her commitment to doing her own stunts in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," though she admitted her limits during filming "Scream 2."

Her career is also marked by interesting anecdotes, such as her role in a 1982 Burger King commercial, which led to a lawsuit from McDonald’s and a temporary ban from their establishments. Notably, she dyed her naturally brunette hair blonde for her role in "Buffy," and legally changed her last name to Prinze as a surprise for her husband on their fifth anniversary.

Sarah Michelle Gellar’s legacy extends beyond her on-screen roles, encompassing her work in philanthropy and her reputation for safety and professionalism on set. She remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, admired for her talent, dedication, and the breadth of her contributions to film and television.

BEST DOCUMENTARY:

Danielle Westbrook: EastEnders, Drugs and My New Nose (Five, 10pm)

Who can forget that horrifying picture of soap star Danniella’s drug ravaged nose?

In this fascinating documentary she tells all about the cocaine habit which almost cost her everything. Danniella’s friends, family and ex co-stars, including Martine McCutcheon, also recall her downfall.

BEST FILM:

The Grudge (Sky Movies Two, 8pm)

Remake of a Japanese horror film staring Sarah Michelle Gellar. The Buffy star plays an exchange student studying in Japan who offers to check on an old lady.

What she finds horrifies her. The woman is in a near comatose state. Soon Gellar’s character - Karen - finds herself battling an evil supernatural curse. Not for the faint-hearted.

BEST SOAP:

Coronation Street (ITV1, 7.30pm and 8.30pm)

If you thought Jordan and Peter Andre’s wedding was tacky, then you haven’t seen anything yet.

Cilla and Les’s big day has finally arrived and it’s set to be a corker. In true Corrie style, all does not run smoothly as Les has yet another run in with Status Quo.

BEST DRAMA:

Vincent (ITV1, 9pm)

In the last episode of this excellent series starring Ray Winstone, Vincent is contacted by a woman who has found thousands of pounds in her husband’s wardrobe.

But when Vincent sets out to trap the femme fatale at the heart of the matter, he starts to fall for her.