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Happy Birthday To Jewel Staite, 27 Today !

Webmaster — 2009-06-02T19:48:57Z

Date of Birth : 2 June 1982

Location : White Rock, British Columbia, Canada

Birth Name : Jewel Belair Staite

Height : 5' 5½" (1.66 m)

Mini Biography

Born in White Rock, BC, Canada. Spent first three years of life in Maui. Started out modeling, was recommened to act at age 6. Won best actor in "Meeting Dad", a Vancouver Film School short. IMDb Mini Biography By : Anonymous

Spouse : Matt Anderson (25 April 2003 - present)

Trivia

Originally auditioned for the role of Rosie on "Space Cases" (1996), which went to Paige Christina. She later got the role of Catalina.

Is the youngest of seven children, and lives just three blocks away from her parents in Vancouver.

Has been involved with AIDS Project since her uncle died of the disease.

Her favorite hobbies are traveling and writing.

Had to move from her hometown of Vancouver to Toronto during her two year run on the Disney show "Flash Forward" (1996), one of the better shows for young people of the 1990s.

In Vancouver she joined in the ground-breaking ceremony for an AIDS memorial where the names of AIDS victims in the area will be permanently memorialized.

Gained 20 lbs for the part of Kaylee in the TV series "Firefly" (2002). When the show was later adapted into a motion picture (Serenity (2005)), the show had been over for a little while and she had lost the weight. She was told that they weren't going to give anyone else the part anyway, so she didn't have to re-gain the weight.

Was featured on the preteen video/board game "Party Mania".

She played the role of "Catalina" on "Space Cases" (1996), a show that featured a space pirate named "Reaver" played by Chip Chuipka. She played "Kaylee" on "Firefly" (2002) which featured a race of people called "Reavers", also with malicious intentions.

In 2006, she appeared at the Armageddon Expo in Wellington, New Zealand.

Jewel Staite joins Twittter.com

Webmaster — 2009-04-30T15:21:43Z

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Jewel Staite - She adds a store to her official website

Webmaster — 2009-04-03T10:44:57Z

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http://jewelstaite.com/ ?page_id=7

Jewel Staite nominated for a Best Actress 2008 Gemini Award

Webmaster — 2008-08-26T18:40:33Z

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http://www.geminiawards.ca/gemini23/gemnoms.cfm ?by=3

Jewel Staite - Blog Update - All good things....

Webmaster — 2008-08-25T08:55:16Z

All good things....

I'm writing to end the depressing stream of messages I've acquired in my inbox in the last week since the announcement that SGA is indeed canceled. Yes, we're a little disappointed that we won't be seeing each other on a regular basis anymore, or eating Steve's famous “crack sandwiches” every morning (I must now enter baconcheesymayo-y goodness rehab). But at the same time, the SGA characters are in no way, shape, or form deceased. This franchise is a strong one, and you can bet they're not putting SGA to bed yet ; I've heard buzzings of DVD movies as well as crossover appearances on Stargate : Universe, so rest assured that it ain't over. This just means more opportunities to invade other franchises and time to play other characters, and I'm quite excited to be “on the market” again. I have no idea what's in store for me, since I'm tied up for another month with Atlantis, but I'll be sure to let you know when I do decide on my next project. As for being “cursed”… not exactly the thing an actress needs to hear, like, Ever. Besides, being truly cursed would have been having the show canceled last year, not this year… and I don't believe in curses. I believe in working on fantastic projects with great people, and I've been blessed to work on many, and will continue to do so if you keep watching !

So spread the word : life goes on for us actors. We're used to this.

I'll be taking the red eye to Atlanta for Dragon*Con Friday night, since I'll be filming during the day, and I may have last night's make-up on and a giant latte in my clutches, but I'll get there somehow ! More of a real blog when I return, complete with new pics from D*C.

P.S. and thanks. I know you're rooting for me.

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PPS. To the woman who wrote to me saying she “realized the Matt you refer to as your husband was Matthew Fox ! Please tell your husband I'm such a fan of Lost !” : All I can say is, is she new ?

Jewel Staite - "Stargate Atlantis" Tv Series has been canceled

Webmaster — 2008-08-21T14:16:32Z

UPDATE : MGM has advised us that an official press release will be issued Thursday, which will hopefully answer many questions.

The SCI FI Channel is ending Stargate Atlantis after five seasons, Multichannel News reports.

The show will go on, though, with a 2-hour movie that will air on SCI FI in 2009, and be released on DVD by MGM. The film will be written by executive producers Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie.

It's intended to be the first of an on-going series of Atlantis movies, according to the report. Stargate SG-1 has released two very successful movies direct-to-DVD this year (Stargate : The Ark of Truth and Stargate : Continuum), though neither has aired on U.S. television yet.

"The show will live on as a network franchise," the report also says. This could indicate that future Atlantis movies are a lock for SCI FI, or it may be a general statement about the cable network's commitment to the Stargate franchise.

Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper, who created and executive produced Atlantis, pitched a third television series in the 11-year-old TV franchise to the network last year (story). While SCI FI has not yet announced a green light for that show, the end of Atlantis may clear the way — the dollars available for original programming, that is — for the next series.

Though Stargate Atlantis has been a solid ratings performer for SCI FI — and was its highest-rated original program ever when it premiered in July 2004 — in recent years series like Eureka have supplanted it in the "Live" ratings.

Atlantis remains an extremely strong performer in DVR-delayed viewing, though, often building as much as 25 to 30 percent on its premiere night audience.

Season Five will go out on a cliffhanger, with "Enemy At the Gate" expected to premiere in January. Expect the first Atlantis movie to wrap up that hanging storyline.

Stay tuned to GateWorld and the GateWorld Podcast for the latest developments and comments from the show's producers, and hopefully for some big Stargate Universe news in the weeks ahead. Discuss this story now at GateWorld Forum.

Stargate Atlantis airs Friday nights at 10 p.m. (9 Central) on SCI FI.

Jewel Staite offers a dinner for Charity - Auction launched !

Webmaster — 2008-04-02T07:47:03Z

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http://www.babzchulasociety.org/page1.html

Jewel Staite scheduled to appear at Dragon*Con 2008

Webmaster — 2008-03-06T20:22:55Z

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http://community.livejournal.com/whedontrack_dc/173795.html

Happy Spring from Jewel Staite

Webmaster — 2008-02-18T15:46:50Z

Happy Spring

Well, Cancun didn't work out, but for good reason : Matty booked a pilot, which is great for him and not so great for my online shopping addiction. I was really hoping to accumulate somewhat of a tan and abuse the liver for a week, but hey. Such is life, and work always comes before debauchery and sunstroke. Yay Matt ! Yay sephora.com !

I thought I'd better write again before things got a little hectic, which, judging by the first few scripts I've read of Atlantis : season 5, is pretty darn imminent. I guess the cat's been let out of the bag, so yes, I can confirm that I've signed on to the show as a regular cast member, meaning majority of episodes, meaning almost twice as many breakfast sandwiches ( !!). I'm thrilled, of course, for other reasons as well ; it's a wonderful group to be around, even if they're teasing you incessantly for being the "newbie"…but now that we have, er, new newbies, maybe the teasing will relent ? Or at least move to a different outlet ? Anyway, so far so good on the character-building front, even if prosthetics are included far too soon for my taste. Can't say much more than that on the subject, as well as others (I am also kept in the dark on whether it'll be Ronan or McKay fathering Jen's babies, so there's really no point in asking me these things) but stay tuned for more hints and surprises to come in the conclusion of season 4. That's it. That's all you get. I'm still new enough to get in trouble for spilling too many beans, so don't entice me. You know how I am with keeping secrets !

On to some questions I can answer :

1. Have I tuned in to the new season of Lost ? Are you drunk ? Not only have I tuned in, I've recorded and re-watched to feed my unhealthy addiction of everything that's Foxy, and I must say, I'm quite satisfied. It was a long time coming. Also a yes to the question of whether American Idol is again being watched religiously ; the little kid with the big smile and the dark hair is my favorite so far, but these things change—I actually liked Sanjaya during Hollywood Week last year, so help me.

2. Has anyone mentioned to Joe Flanigan that he has a striking resemblance to Disney's Aladdin ? No, but thanks for the ammo.

3. How does it feel being a role model ? I honestly have never thought of myself as one. I think it's a bit unfair to put that title on anyone just because they happen to be relatively successful at one thing ; it doesn't mean we're successful in all areas of our lives ! Sometimes the phrase "role model" connotes someone who doesn't and won't make a mistake, and since I'm very truly human, I may not be the best candidate for the job. But I stick by my views, my opinions, my work ethic, and my self-respect, and if someone feels the need to mirror those qualities and look at me as a kind of "role model", then I think that's okay. As long as they don't mirror things like my mysterious need to own six new bathing suits in the middle of February, or the fact that I never vacuum under my couch, or how I eat way too much fried food and drink wine like it's the middle ages. Seriously, there must be someone a little less human to emulate.

4. How do I keep my performances so fresh ? Lots of Bounce. Febreeze works too. Seriously, reading things like this makes me feel like I'm doing something right, so thanks. I needed that.

5. Who would I rather, George Clooney or Harrison Ford ? I am a Clooney girl. Have been for a long time. And I am loyal to my Clooney.

6. If I were to be cast as a former cast-mate's lover, would I and who with ? So this is basically a sneaky way of asking if I've ever had a crush on a former cast-member, so kudos to you for trying to pull a fast one. Truth is, I can't really think of anyone I could comfortably imagine myself having to make out with. When you're working so close to people, they kind of become like siblings to you, so it's off-putting to have to fake an attraction to any one of them. If I HAD to choose, I'd say Sean Maher, just because I've already been there, done that. And it reeeally wasn't that bad. Heh heh. Again, don't be jealous.

7. My favorite New Kid ? Joe, of course. What a question.

8. Is my hair color natural ? My natural hair color hasn't seen the light of daybreak since I was about eleven years old and had to color it to match a "mom" in a TV movie I did. Honestly, I couldn't tell you what it is, but I've always felt sunnier as a blonde. And I realize that us blondes are the only people that would feel it was okay to use the word "sunnier" as a verb, but whatever. It's not a verb, is it ? Damn.

9. Do I salsa dance, since I'm such a fan of salsa music ? Recently I made it out to the Spanish Harlem Orchestra concert (great band by the way) with my friend Laura Bertram, and we two white girls did our best to gyrate our hips and do that twirly thing with our arms, but I think we just looked like drunk octopi. I would love to learn, though. There is nothing sexier than a guy who can dance, even if he shows up at a concert wearing his weird dancing flats and taking it all seriously. It's the commitment that's sexy. Also the button down shirts. Hell, even salsa on a chip is sexy.

10. What would be the soundtrack/song accompanying my life right now ? Clair de Lune. Don't know why. It's peaceful and soothing and invigorating, and I guess I feel at peace, soothed, and invigorated at the moment. Must be the yoga. I think spring has sprung here, too, and whenever that happens it feels like new beginnings, which are always welcome.

Enjoy the sunshine !

Jewel Staite - "Stargate Atlantis" Tv Series - She gets an action figure

Webmaster — 2008-02-18T05:58:46Z

Diamond Select's line of Stargate Atlantis figures is firing on all cylinders with two more series hitting shelves in 2008. Fans are sure to enjoy these female-themed waves which feature a pair of aliens and one actor's long-awaited action figure debut.

* Stargate Atlantis Series 2 (due in March):Wraith Queen
* Teyla Emmagan (Field Ops)
* Teyla Emmagan (Athosian) – Previews Exclusive
* Rodney McKay (Field Ops)
* Rodney McKay (Atlantis Uniform)

* Stargate Atlantis Series 3 (due in July):Samantha Carter
* John Sheppard (casual outfit)
* Jennifer Keller (first Jewel Staite action figure appearance !)

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http://74.52.193.82/events/main.php ?g2_itemId=91780&g2_page=2