Kari's breakthrough role came as "Maggie" on the hit sci-fi series Sliders. This Connecticut native can also be seen in the features Kissing a Fool and Berserker.
On Wednesday, August 23rd, ex-Sliders star
Kari Wuhrer chatted online about her FOX thriller Kiss Tomorrow
Goodbye.
Here's what Kari had to say!
FOXcom_Host: Kari has arrived! She is chatting
with us from Los Angeles!
Kari_Wuhrer: Hey everybody!!! It's me Kari!! Kari_Wuhrer: Rocking
with you at FOX.com!!
foxrules: Kari, what is Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye
about?
Kari_Wuhrer: Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye is a series
for FOX of teleplay that comes from the old genre of Film Noir. Kari_Wuhrer: So basically it's a B movie remake from the early
days of filmmaking! Kari_Wuhrer: This particular film is about a Hollywood exec
who loses everything to a real transient. Kari_Wuhrer: So
he's basically outwitted at his own game!
Juniper: How did you prepare your character
for Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye?
Kari_Wuhrer: I play an MTV VJ. And I was one! There you go!
Juniper: Did you do any research into older
style, Noir films?
Kari_Wuhrer: Actually, I'm a fan of Film Noir
and I have been reading a lot of old German pulp novels from the '40s and early '50s. Kari_Wuhrer: I think that is where the style originated...in Germany. I really didn't have to research. So, my research
was just being a temporary character...being an MTV VJ. Kari_Wuhrer: So
I went with that!
hermione: Who is your favorite Noir author?
Kari_Wuhrer: That's a really tough one. Kari_Wuhrer: I'd have to say...hmmm... Kari_Wuhrer: Well, some of it is really obscure...but this
old German author Rhea Gunderwahl is pretty interesting. Kari_Wuhrer: Not
many people know who she is. I think great Film Noir authors were
the women.
Juniper: What is your favorite Noir film?
Kari_Wuhrer: Well...let me think. Kari_Wuhrer: I mean I guess this is Film Noir, although
it was the A-list of it's day...Gilda with Rita Hayworth was more
A-list, but it had all the elements of film noir. Kari_Wuhrer: I really love that movie! Kari_Wuhrer: The
rest of the stuff is foreign and obscure.
foxrules: How long ago was this movie shot?
Kari_Wuhrer: It was shot about a year ago
and it's based on a movie called Moontide. Kari_Wuhrer: I watched
it after the movie was made...but it was just so different that
it wouldn't have made a difference had I watched it before.
FOXcom_Host: Kari, you said this film is part
of a series of films on FOX....
flatrich: Are you in the series as well
as the movie?
Kari_Wuhrer: No, but FOX has a film banner. Kari_Wuhrer: Its original film banner was called Kiss
Kiss Bang Bang. Kari_Wuhrer: So what they are doing is they're looking back
to their FOX vault and finding stories they will do randomly. Kari_Wuhrer: Based
on what they find. Which I think is cool!
hermione: What was it like working with
Jason Priestley, and are you a 90210 fan?
Kari_Wuhrer: Well, I did a few episodes of
90210. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm friends with him. Kari_Wuhrer: He's a great director. He's just nifty keen!! And swell! Kari_Wuhrer: It was interesting taking direction from a
peer, but he quickly proved himself to be talented and very decisive
about his ideas. Kari_Wuhrer: And he executed them with confidence.
bluetopaz: Is it difficult to work with
such adorable co-stars?
Kari_Wuhrer: I was just going to say: and he's
cute!! Kari_Wuhrer: I prefer it!! I like going to work every day
when the view is that nice!!
Nic****k2040: Kari--come on who's the most
down-to-earth co-star, Jerry O'Connell or Nicholas Lea? ;-)
Kari_Wuhrer: Well, my loyalty will have to
stay with Jerry O'Connell because he and I worked together for
three years. Kari_Wuhrer: And I'm afraid of him! Kari_Wuhrer: But Nick is very disciplined and very intense
and he taught me a thing or two about your mind and your work! Kari_Wuhrer: That's
for sure!
wuhrerfan: Who would you take on a trip
around the world if your choices were Jason Priestley or Nick
Lea? It would be toss-up!
Kari_Wuhrer: Definitely Jason!!! He knows
how to party and he's generous with his wallet!!! Kari_Wuhrer: He's
a take-charge guy and I like that!!
hermione: Who were you on 90210?!
Kari_Wuhrer: I was Ariel Hunter, the record
executive who deflowered David Silver in the back of the limousine. Kari_Wuhrer: Poor
Donna!!
philyboy: Will there be some romance with
90210's Jason Priestley?
Kari_Wuhrer: With me?? Kari_Wuhrer: LOL!!!! Kari_Wuhrer: NO!! No no no. I
like wearing heels too much!!
wuhrerfan: So, have you ever dated a celebrity?
Kari_Wuhrer: Oh yeah!! Yes, indeed! Kari_Wuhrer: And just cooled it off for a bit with one for
awhile. Kari_Wuhrer: Lesson learned...stay away from the rock star!!
bigfanofKari: Kari...where are you from?
How long have you been in the business?
Kari_Wuhrer: I grew up in Connecticut, very
close to NYC. Kari_Wuhrer: I've been doing this for 17 years. Kari_Wuhrer: I've had my SAG card for 17 years. Kari_Wuhrer: I
went to college and I've travelled.
EJHS14: What was your first starring role?
Kari_Wuhrer: First starring role...let's
see. Kari_Wuhrer: It was in a film called Beastmaster 2. Kari_Wuhrer: Me, Marc Singer and some animals!! Kari_Wuhrer: When
that baby came out in the theaters I went running the other way...Beastmaster 2!!
EJHS14: Weren't you in a movie where you
played a mental patient? Early in your career?
Kari_Wuhrer: I was in a movie where I played
a college student they thought was crazy because she had ESP.
bigfanofKari: Did you play a killer opposite
Matt Dillon's little brother once or was I just up too late watching
television?
Kari_Wuhrer: You're up too late, baby!! Kari_Wuhrer: I've
played many killers but not against his brother.
flatrich: Kari, I saw you in a fim with
Eric Roberts once that was pretty noir. What was Roberts like to
work with?
Kari_Wuhrer: That was!! And that director
got me interested in Film Noir. His name is Brian Grant. Kari_Wuhrer: It's called Sensation. And that's the
movie I played the student with ESP. Kari_Wuhrer: Eric Roberts was a pain in the ass! Kari_Wuhrer: God, what a nightmare! Kari_Wuhrer: It's no secret!!
EJHS14: Who's your favorite actor to work
with?
Kari_Wuhrer: Well, on a large scale, I'd have
to say Jack Nicholson. Kari_Wuhrer: On a smaller scale, I think probably... Kari_Wuhrer: Stanley Tucci. Or maybe even, hmmm... Kari_Wuhrer: Owen Wilson in Anaconda. Kari_Wuhrer: I did a film called Sex and the Other Man. Which is all over your local video store. Kari_Wuhrer: It's pretty good with me, Stanley Tucci and
Ron Eldard.
Ginger: Is there anyone who you would still
like to work with?
Kari_Wuhrer: Eddie Murphy! I think he's a
genius!! Kari_Wuhrer: Gary Oldman! Although he was the actor who
auditioned with us for The Crossing Guard. Kari_Wuhrer: Let me think of a woman. Lisa Kudrow! I think
she's funny and smart! Kari_Wuhrer: I love comedies lately. I want to do more of them.
answerme: Who is a woman actress that you
mirror yourself after or would aspire to be like?
Kari_Wuhrer: I'm not a mimicer. I'm pretty
organic in my work. I think all actors have great moments and
not-so-great moments. Kari_Wuhrer: Depending on the director or where they are in
their life. Kari_Wuhrer: I don't really have role models in Hollywood. Kari_Wuhrer: I had a great teacher in school who passed
thanks to TWA. Kari_Wuhrer: I'll never forget the tools
she gave me and the confidence she gave me for my work.
teenspirit: How did yu get started acting?
If you weren't an actress what would you be?
Kari_Wuhrer: I got started by being a fearless
youth. Kari_Wuhrer: Not thinking, just doing. And believing that
reality exists more in your dreams than in your tangible daily
existence. Kari_Wuhrer: ROCK STAR!!! Kari_Wuhrer: Or maybe just a rock. Kari_Wuhrer: Or maybe just a star! Kari_Wuhrer: Part
of the Capricorn constellation...
karifanfest: How did you get a break--commercials?
Kari_Wuhrer: I've worked for everything I have. EVERYTHING! Kari_Wuhrer: I think you make your own breaks because sometimes
what looks like a break can be a pigeon hole. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm ready for someone else to take over and
do the work. Kari_Wuhrer: So, I got smart and got some good people behind
me to help me get to the next level. Kari_Wuhrer: What does
that mean? I don't know, we'll see!!
karifanfest: Did you ever model? You are
so beautiful!
Kari_Wuhrer: Thank you! Kari_Wuhrer: No, if you put me and a still camera together,
I get so nervous and uncomfortable. Kari_Wuhrer: I think I'm beautiful when I am animated. Kari_Wuhrer: But when still photographed I look like a Picasso. Kari_Wuhrer: I
mean beautiful as in I feel more like me.
flatrich: Kari, you're a star and we're
all a little star-struck or we wouldn't be here. Who's your favorite
star of all time?
Kari_Wuhrer: WOW! Kari_Wuhrer: I love the innocent, yet complicated beauty of Natalie Wood. Kari_Wuhrer: Especially in Splendor in the Grass. Kari_Wuhrer: I love love LOVE Bruce Gordon! Kari_Wuhrer: Lucille Ball of course!!! Kari_Wuhrer: As far as men go...Steve McQueen was so sexy! Kari_Wuhrer: Paul Newman was sublime and still is!! Kari_Wuhrer: But
my list constantly changes!!
FOXcom_Host: As for Natalie Wood...
flatrich: You could play her. Has anyone
ever asked you to do a bio pic?
Kari_Wuhrer: God!! Thank you!! When I was
younger I used to pretend I was her. My first job ever was in
a Japanese commercial for Sony cassettes. Kari_Wuhrer: It
was a take-off on West Side Story. I was Natalie Wood's character,
Maria.
EJHS14: How's your music career progressing?
fdfd: Are you interested in a career in
music?
Kari_Wuhrer: Music is going OK! Kari_Wuhrer: I wish I had more time, but tonight if there
is a repeat of Monday night's episode of the WB network's Young
American... Kari_Wuhrer: The first song on my record called "There's
a Drug," has one minute and 30 seconds of airtime on the show. Kari_Wuhrer: And I watched the show on Monday and when the
song came on I cried! Kari_Wuhrer: I was so excited because my music is so important
for me. Kari_Wuhrer: One day my acting career and my music
will fuse togther!
fdfd: What kind of music do you like?
Kari_Wuhrer: I love everything from really
heavy to rock and punk rock to my ultimate fave, Cat Stevens. Kari_Wuhrer: And
world folk music.
bigfanofKari: Kari...you are really beautiful
and talented. However, I recently saw you featured on a movie
for VH1 where you play a Milli Vanilli type of character that
is lip-synching to someone else's music. Is your voice really
that bad or can you actually carry a tune? Thanks!
Kari_Wuhrer: LOL!! Kari_Wuhrer: Go buy my record!! Kari_Wuhrer: I can sing!! Kari_Wuhrer: It's all a matter of opinion. But I've
been singing my whole life. I come from a musical background. Kari_Wuhrer: I did the VH1 movie because it was a parody
of the crassness of the music industry! Kari_Wuhrer: I wanted to sock it to them! Kari_Wuhrer: And
you have to sing really well to sing badly for that movie because I had to really project!
Nic****k2040: Kari--I loved the movie Out
of Sync--you were great! How was Peter to work with? He's
hot too. :-)
Kari_Wuhrer: Peter Outerbridge is also one
of my faves!!! Kari_Wuhrer: I love him!! Watch his career
fly!! He's so talented!
LADreamBoy: Is there anyone you'd like
to do a duet with?
Kari_Wuhrer: Good question! Kari_Wuhrer:Cat Stevens of course! Kari_Wuhrer: Axl Rose! That would be REALLY cool! Kari_Wuhrer: And
maybe even my good friend Michael DeBarres!!
Zort: Hmmm, you having a Dutch name, gave
me the thought that you would like trance, club, groove. Have you
ever listened to that kind of music?
Kari_Wuhrer: No, I don't like the boom boom
boom. Kari_Wuhrer: In Europe all that's great! Kari_Wuhrer: The repetition of it makes me want to stick
my head through a wall!! Kari_Wuhrer: No offense!
bluetopaz: Do you miss Sliders?
Kari_Wuhrer: I miss the Sliders family!! Kari_Wuhrer: Sometimes things get old and I was ready to
take on a new genre. Kari_Wuhrer: Especially comedy. Maggie
Beckett, my character, was not.
EJHS14: Are you still buddies with the
old Sliders cast?
Kari_Wuhrer: Yeah, I mean I wish I could spend
more time with them, but we're spread out because of our different
career paths! Kari_Wuhrer: I would do anything for any of
them. They are really in my heart!
flatrich: Did you like doing Sliders? Are
you planning to do any more series work?
Kari_Wuhrer: I would LOVE to do another series! Kari_Wuhrer: I have ideas in development for my own down
the road. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm passionate about film as well, and music,
and I'm like the Tasmanian Devil. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm all over the place. Kari_Wuhrer: This
next month I will be prioritizing. And hopefully TV will be a
priority on my list!
MissingSliderRyan: Ms. Wuhrer, have you
been approached about a possible Sliders movie?
Kari_Wuhrer: No.
EJHS14: Have you heard any new news on
a Sliders movie?
Kari_Wuhrer: I think we've buried the timer. Kari_Wuhrer: So,
no.
hermione: Do you keep in contact with anyone
from Remote Control?
Kari_Wuhrer: Oh yes!! Kari_Wuhrer: A couple of weeks ago I did Ted's Radio Internet
Show. Comedyworld.com. Kari_Wuhrer: We got Colin Quinn on the phone from NY. Kari_Wuhrer: It was like Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin were
back together! Kari_Wuhrer: I love him! We're such great
friends!
Press: What did you think about working
with Jerry O'Connell?
Kari_Wuhrer: Jerry is very smart, very funny!! Kari_Wuhrer: Absolute joy to work with! The guy is inspiring
and I wish him so much luck and happiness! Kari_Wuhrer: He's
a good man!
foxrules: If MTV asked you to come back,
would you? Or have you "been there, done that"?
Kari_Wuhrer: It depends on why and what they
ask me to come back for. Kari_Wuhrer: I think it's constantly changing, so there
could be a possibility for it. Kari_Wuhrer: I wouldn't want
to rule anything out.
draftsygrl: Kari, did you ever have a crush
on Jerry?
Kari_Wuhrer: Who hasn't??? Kari_Wuhrer: But my crush was when he was the fat kid on Stand by Me. Kari_Wuhrer: He's a very wet kisser!!
KariLover: What else have you been doing since MTV?
Kari_Wuhrer: Lots and lots of movies. Kari_Wuhrer: Some good, some bad. Kari_Wuhrer: Like Class of '96, Sliders... Kari_Wuhrer: To Have and to Hold. Kari_Wuhrer: I made a record. Just log on to my Web site! Kari_Wuhrer: I like to keep busy.
foxrules: You are pretty open about your
sexuality...where do you draw the line when it comes to exposing
yourself?
Kari_Wuhrer: Sometimes I'm a little too open. Kari_Wuhrer: I spent part of my life, my early teen years, on a commune. Kari_Wuhrer: I think my freedom of expression comes from
a free spirit. Other times, it comes from manipulation or insecurity. Kari_Wuhrer: Which really hides me, ironically. Kari_Wuhrer: These days I'm learning to have more privacy in my public life and more openness in my personal life. Kari_Wuhrer: Although I guess this chat doesn't reflect that. Kari_Wuhrer: LOL!
bluetopaz: How often do you work out? You
have an awesome body.
teenspirit: You are so beautiful--how do
you stay in shape with such a hectic work schedule?
Kari_Wuhrer: It's not easy! Kari_Wuhrer: But, I have an amazing trainer!! Who also
after four years of working out together has become a very
special friend! Kari_Wuhrer: He gets me to the gym not just for my body
but for my soul and my mind as well. Kari_Wuhrer: I usually see him a few times a week. If I'm working I'm lazy as hell. Kari_Wuhrer: If I'm not working, I'm there every day! Kari_Wuhrer: It's feast or famine with me.
philyboy: Is Hollywood really all about looks??
Kari_Wuhrer: Hollywood is like high school...LOL! Kari_Wuhrer: You've got your cliques, you've got fads and trends. You've got boys. Kari_Wuhrer: You've got divas...so looks are collectively judged by popularity. Kari_Wuhrer: So I say it's more than looks, but don't take that to be anything deeper.
bigfanofkari: Living in Los Angeles can
be pretty difficult, especially in your profession. Are you currently
dating anyone?
fdfd: Are you married?
Kari_Wuhrer: I just got out of an intense
relationship. Kari_Wuhrer: Forever, I don't know. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm
very much in love with someone, but Hollywood makes it difficult.
For him mostly.
draftsygrl: Speaking of looks...that Nick
Lea is a real cutie pie. What is like to kiss him?
Kari_Wuhrer: LOL!!
FOXcom_Host: We'll be saying goodnight to
Kari shortly, so now's your chance to say goodbye!
Kari_Wuhrer: I don't really remember, but
he IS a cutie pie!! A real looker! Kari_Wuhrer: So is Holt!! Kari_Wuhrer: He plays Minnow
in tomorrow night's movie.
flatrich: Do you have any more movies coming
out soon after Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye?
Kari_Wuhrer: I have a film coming out called
G-Men From Hell, directed by Christopher Coppola, Nick Cage's
brother. Kari_Wuhrer: I also have a movie called Angels Don't Sleep Here with Robert Patrick. Kari_Wuhrer: I have a really seductive
scene with him.
FOXcom_Host: He's gonna be on X-Files this
season!
Kari_Wuhrer: Another film called Sand which
will be a straight to video release. Kari_Wuhrer: And many others actually. It's hard to keep
up with it all!!! Kari_Wuhrer: I just finished a movie with Jonathan Silverman,
which is a dark comedy. Kari_Wuhrer: I'm just about to start
a film with Rodney Dangerfield.
hakavonn: Ms. Wuhrer...you mentioned your
Web site...what's the address?
Kari_Wuhrer: You can get there from www.kari-wuhrer.netcom
or .org.
flatrich: Bye, Kari! It's been cool!
Nic****k2040: Bye Kari--thanks for answering
our questions! :-)
philyboy: Keep up the good work Kari!
dawnfromla: Bye Kari can't wait to see the
show!
goodbyekitty: Kari you rock my world!
EJHS14: Come back soon!
fdfd: GOODNITE KARI BEST WISHES TO YOUR
CAREER!!!
bluetopaz: We love you Kari!
Kari_Wuhrer: It still amazes me when people
in these chatrooms come here just to talk to me! Kari_Wuhrer: I appreciate the support!! Thank you soooooooo
much!! You guys ROCK!! Kari_Wuhrer: PEACE OUT!!!