SOW Days: Bryan Interview (Ejami/Lumi)

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SOW Days: Bryan Interview (Ejami/Lumi)
Topic Started: Sep 12 2007, 11:21 PM (401 Views)
adrianna	Sep 12 2007, 11:21 PM Post #1
Unregistered	H: I get more mail from EJ/Sami supporters (EJami) now than Lucas/Sami (Lumi). How do you feel about that? BD: Fine. Most of my conversations are through Lumi, as you might expect, so those are positive. But I get a lot of backlash from EJami, because I’ve kidded around in online chats with Lumi fans about EJami fans and how they eat their young. But that’s just me being me. I know there are rape victims out there who frown on the connection between Sami and EJ. I think that is kind of insulting to those people and I would like to apologize to them for that. On a more positive note, I think Ali [Sweeney] and James [Scott’s] chemistry is amazing and EJami itself is a great thing for Lucas. Maybe he can play his own storyline now. CH: You mean stop being the third leg of a love triangle? BD: I think it’s time for Lumi to close a chapter, if not the book. Public perception is starting to be that Lucas is a punk, a doormat, a pushover, and it’s frustrating to me as an actor. You try to pick moments to be strong, but they need you to cater to Sami. I’m working on trying to stick up for Lucas a little more. Don’t get me wrong, I am totally happy. But Lucas’ arms are tired from carrying Sami. She is a full load! CH: You’d be okay if Sami and EJ became a supercouple? BD: Yeah. I think Sami and EJ have the ability to be a supercouple like Luke and Laura. If the audience could get past the rape thing, they could be the next Bo and Hope, or John and Marlena. They have a choice to accept it and allow the main connection between them to be Santo and Colleen, and their history. CH: With no Lucas? BD: I’m aware that my role might shrink in size because of that. I’ve always been a team player. I’m willing to lay down a bunt; I don’t always have to hit the home run. That’s cool with me. They have great chemistry and that should be explored. CH: Do you think Lucas has suffered as a character because of everything Sami has done to end the Brady/DiMera vendetta? BD: It’s been hard lately, because everywhere I go, people are like, “Why is Lucas so dumb? Do you think we are stupid? Who would put up with that?” So in that aspect. I look forward to whatever new way they try to take it. CH: What kind of story would you like? BD: The single-father storyline is something untouched in daytime. I’m a single father myself and that would be a great angle to show with Lucas. CH: A story with Will? Or with the twins? BD: Whether they are both his babies, or one is his baby – I’ve heard a lot of rumors – that is something uncharted. There are a lot of single fathers out there who step up but the Deadbeat Dad kind of reigns supreme. Having a song who’s autistic with special needs, it’s taken a lot for me to raise him. I would love to pour that same energy into this story. CH: Is there a woman on the canvas that you think would be good for Lucas besides Sami? BD: Off the top of my head, Chelsea. She’s trouble but she has a very good upside. But I don’t really see anybody for Lucas, because everyone is pretty well-established in their own storylines. It would be refreshing if someone from the past was brought in; someone connected to a major family who runs into Lucas, and sees qualities in him as a single father and a responsible man. CH: And if not that? BD: Whoever! I’ll take Hope. I’ll take Julie. CH: How about Marlena? BD: I’ve always had a thing for older women, so I wouldn’t close the door on that! CH: But in the end… BD: Lucas will fight for Sami. He will not give in to the demands of the DiMeras. Lucas will not give up on his love. Glad to see even Bryan gets power o Ejami and wants Lucas away from the next super couple in Salem.
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PhoenixRising05	Sep 12 2007, 11:35 PM Post #2
GET EM STEPH!! Posts: 16,576 Group: Veteran Member #82 Joined: June 14, 2007 Favorite Current Daytime Soap Opera Days of our Lives Favorite Soap Opera of All Time Days of our Lives Favorite Current Primetime Soap Opera ER Favorite Primetime Soap Opera of All Time Melrose Place Current Soap Rankings 1.) DAYS 2.) B&B 3.) GH 4.) Y&R	Good interview. I love his team player line. It sounds like he feels his character being tied down by Sami and that the only way for him to get a bigger challenge is for LUMI to go their separate ways for a bit or for good. I can't say I blame him. Lucas has been nothing but Sami's sidekick/lover for years. Spoilers indicate that he will change his last name to Horton so, hopefully, those roots will be explored and he will be defined more as an individual. I have my doubts but I am optimistic. BD is talented and deserves something good to sink his teeth into. Does anyone have any other SOD/SOW news on Days? It seems this is the only thing circulating. I am rather shocked Hinsey had someone from Days to be interviewed. She usually has alot of ABC people or someone from Y&R.



DrewHamilton	Sep 12 2007, 11:41 PM Post #3
Posts: 12,449 Group: Veteran Member #46 Joined: June 14, 2007	adrianna Sep 13 2007, 12:21 AM H: I get more mail from EJ/Sami supporters (EJami) now than Lucas/Sami (Lumi). How do you feel about that? BD: Fine. Most of my conversations are through Lumi, as you might expect, so those are positive. But I get a lot of backlash from EJami, because I’ve kidded around in online chats with Lumi fans about EJami fans and how they eat their young. But that’s just me being me. I know there are rape victims out there who frown on the connection between Sami and EJ. I think that is kind of insulting to those people and I would like to apologize to them for that. On a more positive note, I think Ali [Sweeney] and James [Scott’s] chemistry is amazing and EJami itself is a great thing for Lucas. Maybe he can play his own storyline now. CH: You mean stop being the third leg of a love triangle? BD: I think it’s time for Lumi to close a chapter, if not the book. Public perception is starting to be that Lucas is a punk, a doormat, a pushover, and it’s frustrating to me as an actor. You try to pick moments to be strong, but they need you to cater to Sami. I’m working on trying to stick up for Lucas a little more. Don’t get me wrong, I am totally happy. But Lucas’ arms are tired from carrying Sami. She is a full load! CH: You’d be okay if Sami and EJ became a supercouple? BD: Yeah. I think Sami and EJ have the ability to be a supercouple like Luke and Laura. If the audience could get past the rape thing, they could be the next Bo and Hope, or John and Marlena. They have a choice to accept it and allow the main connection between them to be Santo and Colleen, and their history. CH: With no Lucas? BD: I’m aware that my role might shrink in size because of that. I’ve always been a team player. I’m willing to lay down a bunt; I don’t always have to hit the home run. That’s cool with me. They have great chemistry and that should be explored. CH: Do you think Lucas has suffered as a character because of everything Sami has done to end the Brady/DiMera vendetta? BD: It’s been hard lately, because everywhere I go, people are like, “Why is Lucas so dumb? Do you think we are stupid? Who would put up with that?” So in that aspect. I look forward to whatever new way they try to take it. CH: What kind of story would you like? BD: The single-father storyline is something untouched in daytime. I’m a single father myself and that would be a great angle to show with Lucas. CH: A story with Will? Or with the twins? BD: Whether they are both his babies, or one is his baby – I’ve heard a lot of rumors – that is something uncharted. There are a lot of single fathers out there who step up but the Deadbeat Dad kind of reigns supreme. Having a song who’s autistic with special needs, it’s taken a lot for me to raise him. I would love to pour that same energy into this story. CH: Is there a woman on the canvas that you think would be good for Lucas besides Sami? BD: Off the top of my head, Chelsea. She’s trouble but she has a very good upside. But I don’t really see anybody for Lucas, because everyone is pretty well-established in their own storylines. It would be refreshing if someone from the past was brought in; someone connected to a major family who runs into Lucas, and sees qualities in him as a single father and a responsible man. CH: And if not that? BD: Whoever! I’ll take Hope. I’ll take Julie. CH: How about Marlena? BD: I’ve always had a thing for older women, so I wouldn’t close the door on that! CH: But in the end… BD: Lucas will fight for Sami. He will not give in to the demands of the DiMeras. Lucas will not give up on his love. Glad to see even Bryan gets power o Ejami and wants Lucas away from the next super couple in Salem. Even Bryan sees the chemistry betwee Alison and James. He knows that EJ and Sami are hot and they are destined. :) And I'm glad he thinks that LUMI has run it's course. I would be thinking the same thing if I were him. I mean, the story can only go for so long before it runs it's course, and it definitely has. Lucas and Sami are so played out because of the horrible writing that they've been given. Lucas has been dumbed down hugely. He used to be this pretty sly guy, who would play dirty to get what he wanted, and he's been turned into a punk. So happy he's on my side with that opinion. I like his idea for a future Lucas storyline. I wouldn't mind them playing the single father role in Will's life. And with Bryan being a single father himself, that will add to the story because he knows how that feels personally. As for Bryan's choices of ladies other than Sami; Chelsea? Julie? You freaking idiot, Bryan! They're related to you!!! This show doesn't need more incest. Cheslea is Lucas' niece and Julie is Lucas' cousin. I know that the Julie comment was a joke, but I think he was serious about Chelsea. Not a good idea.



Dragonish1	Sep 12 2007, 11:43 PM Post #4
Posts: 15,670 Group: Veteran Member #285 Joined: August 25, 2007	:clap: Thank you for posting this!!!!! I am over joyed!!!!! :cheer: I agree with Bryan, Ejami is the next supercouple :cheer: :( When he talked about his son I was really moved. I hope they give Bry a good Sl and a pretty actress to kiss on screen. :makeout:



squee	Sep 13 2007, 12:24 AM Post #5
Posts: 247 Group: Members Member #260 Joined: August 16, 2007	Quote: Even Bryan sees the chemistry betwee Alison and James. He knows that EJ and Sami are hot and they are destined. ---- As for Bryan's choices of ladies other than Sami; Chelsea? Julie? You freaking idiot, Bryan! They're related to you!!! This show doesn't need more incest. if you're okay with rape, (not to mention murder, attempted murder and a host of other crimes) I wouldn't think a little incest would be a problem ;)



Deleted User	Sep 13 2007, 01:09 AM Post #6
Deleted User	I'm very happy to come back, after a day, to learn that Bryan is giving in and even he realizes the HUGE potential of EJami. Glad his campaigning days seem to be over.
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DrewHamilton	Sep 13 2007, 10:03 AM Post #7
Posts: 12,449 Group: Veteran Member #46 Joined: June 14, 2007	squee Sep 13 2007, 01:24 AM Quote: Even Bryan sees the chemistry betwee Alison and James. He knows that EJ and Sami are hot and they are destined. ---- As for Bryan's choices of ladies other than Sami; Chelsea? Julie? You freaking idiot, Bryan! They're related to you!!! This show doesn't need more incest. if you're okay with rape, (not to mention murder, attempted murder and a host of other crimes) I wouldn't think a little incest would be a problem ;) Well, in my mind, no matter what the fans or the show says, it was not rape. Sami had a decision. She could have slept with EJ or let Lucas die. I'm not going to start the debate over again. By now, everyone is on their side and that's fine. I don't think it's rape.



Sephora	Sep 17 2007, 12:36 PM Post #8
Unregistered	DrewHamilton Sep 13 2007, 12:41 AM As for Bryan's choices of ladies other than Sami; Chelsea? Julie? You freaking idiot, Bryan! They're related to you!!! This show doesn't need more incest. Cheslea is Lucas' niece and Julie is Lucas' cousin. I know that the Julie comment was a joke, but I think he was serious about Chelsea. Not a good idea. Bryan jokes a lot. I'm sure since Julie was mentioned right along side Chelsea, he was joking. Maybe he and Stephanie can hook up. They aren't related.
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☼ Jinx ☼	Sep 17 2007, 12:48 PM Post #9
Live. Love. Laugh. ♥ Posts: 25,977 Group: Veteran Member #56 Joined: June 14, 2007	Lucas and Sami have been tried again and again unsuccessfully. I say, bring on EJ and Sami!



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