Fiona Hutchison:  OK, Fiona is here and ready! Let's get down to
business :-)    Hi! Everybody!

Question: Fiona: will Buzz Find out soon about his child?
Fiona Hutchison:  Well, yes and no. He will find out one version of the story... and as you know in Jenna's life, there's always more than one version of the story... But eventually, yes...

Question:  Hey Fiona! How do you like the new GL sets?
Fiona Hutchison:  I do, I do like them.

Question:  Fiona, are you married?  Do you have any children?
Fiona Hutchison:  I am married to John Viscardi, the most handsome sexy husband in the whole world and I am lucky enough to have given birth to our first child, John's son, Hutch, or full name... John Hutchison Viscardi

Question: Do you think being a mother in real life enhances your acting? When you talk about or have scenes with Lil' Coop you seem so sencere.
Fiona Hutchison:  I do. Thank you.  I've always had a special spot for children and animals, I don't think I'm alone in that, but thank you, I do feel a special bond now having had a child four months ago

Question: Fiona, I hear you signed a three year contract.  What made you decide to return?
Fiona Hutchison:  Well, Paul Rauch. I've said this before. He is one of the best producers, if not the best producer, I have ever worked with in the 11 years that I've been in this business

Question: your return was a welcome sight to GL fans.. who was the one person you most looked forward to working with again?
Fiona Hutchison:   Justin Deas. Believe it or not. And Kim Zimmer. I've never worked with Kim before, but I've known her and I've always wanted to work with her so I feel very very priviledged.

Question:  Welcome back!!! Did the FireHouse look differently to you too when you came back? <g>
Fiona Hutchison:  Well, this is I believe the upstairs of the firehouse. At least that's how I justify it..  How 'bout you? :)

Question: What is moral like at the show right now.  Has it gotten better?
Fiona Hutchison:  It feels like a brand new show to me, from when I was here last.  Much more energy, much more committment, both in front of the camera and behind the camera, to seeing that there be 60 more years of  Guiding Light

Question:  Is it hard to juggle being a new mom and a working actress?
Fiona Hutchison:  Well, it's not the easiest thing I've ever done :)  But it is the most fulfilling and enjoyable combination

Question:  I remember your husband on OLTL. Will he be in any other soaps?
Fiona Hutchison:  Funny you should bring that up... :)  He is back in the acting side of things...  as we speak, he is being considered for two Warner Bros. pilots and is now represented by a very good agent with ICM... a big agency... So, soaps/primetime/features look out!  Here comes Viscardi!

Question:  Fiona - It is wonderful seeing you back as Jenna.  I enjoy your interaction with Justin Deas.  Will your characters be getting back together?...TGaschler
Fiona Hutchison:   Oh, I think you could probably plan your washing day on that...

Question:  Is Beth Ehlers coming back, how about Jordan Clarke?
Fiona Hutchison:  There are no plans for either to return right now, but who am I to know?

Question:  I remember your long hair.. was it hard for you to cut it?
Fiona Hutchison:   No, it was very liberating and freeing. I've done many other projects because of cutting my hair. Long hair gives you a certain look which is lovely, but can be a hinderance

Question:  JENNA , I know that you are two weeks ahead in the soaps so can you tell me if you will get back your son?
Fiona Hutchison:  Oh yes, you can't keep Jenna away from her baby for too long... Not without losing all the scenery around you...

Question:   Do you know how they show came up with the name COOP- I know it comes from Henry but why not call the kid Henry?
Fiona Hutchison:  His full name is Henry Cooper Bradshaw. Henry being after Henry Chamberlain and Cooper being after Buzz Cooper, and Bradshaw is of course yours truly

Question:  Fiona, you looks so good in a cat burglar outfit!  Have you thought about changing professions???
Fiona Hutchison:  Thank you.  Makes going to the trainer easier :)

Question:   Fiona, I think your great!  What is it like working with Justin Deas?
Fiona Hutchison:  A hell of a lot of fun.  It's more fun than I have a right to have, I'm sure.. There you have it. Somebody had to do the job. :)

Question:  Fiona - if you had a choice what would you rather do save your son or rekindle a relationship with Justin?
Fiona Hutchison:  Not able to answer that one off the top of my head, especially when Buzz is the father.... now if we were talking real life, as much as I adore Justin Deas, I would have to say that my little Hutch would most likely win out... even though his kisses are mushier

Question:  Will Jenna be having scenes with Vanessa any time soon?
Fiona Hutchison:  Well I love to do many more scenes with Vanessa.

Question:  We are so glad to have you back.  How long before you tell Buzz the truth about his son?
Fiona Hutchison:   Well... as long as the ratings keep going up, I guess you'll just have to hang in there and we'll try to keep the roller coaster going as long as we can and hopefully amuse you on the ride!

Question:  Is it fun working with JD?? You and Kim were so good together, will we see you two together again soon??
Fiona Hutchison:  Well I hope so (re: Kim & me).  I hope so.   I think it's up to you to let the show know what you like and what you want.  Your opinions hold a lot of weight, otherwise I wouldn't be sitting here :)

Question:  Fiona, where were you born and raised?
Fiona Hutchison:   I was born in Miami en route to Jamaica, West Indies from the U.K.

Question:  vFiona, how about your cute husband doing a soap again!
Fiona Hutchison:  I would love to see him on screen :)

Fiona Hutchison:I do so hope so. I adore him. Not to mention, Jenna and Roger have quite a history

Question:  Fiona: is there more tension among the actors since P&G is changing the show around?
Fiona Hutchison:  Tension is not necessarily a bad thing.  This has always been a very happy show, and continues to be a happy show. But I say again, tension is not necessarily a bad thing

Question:  There are so many rumors around about Paul axing a third of the cast... any truth to it??? And they say that many may be the minority characters.
Fiona Hutchison:  Personally, I don't know about this end of it.

Question:  Fiona, tell us your secret as to how you have so much energy!!!???
Fiona Hutchison:  These cholodial minerals are really a find for me, and I do believe they're helping a lot

Question:  Do you still see anyone from your OLTL days? (Other than your husband, of course) BTW, loved your story line with Tony the priest.
Fiona Hutchison:  Oh thank you.. I loved it too. I loved it enough to marry him :) Yes, I'm still friends with many OLTLers...

Question:  Fiona, I loved my trip to London several years ago! Where are your special places in England?
Fiona Hutchison:   I love Piccadilly Circus where all the pigeons live

Question:  Do you like GL more now?
Fiona Hutchison:  Yes, I do, to be honest with you

Question:  How was it working 12 hour days during the taping of the 60th Anniversary episodes...by the way your dress was magnificent! -Stacy
Fiona Hutchison:  Thank you. I was particularly proud of my lactating breasts :)  I think even Paul was impressed having worked with me for four years as Gabrielle, for those of you who take note of these things, Jenna has now been blessed. Naturally of course, not artificially

Question:  Fiona, How do you like Motherhood, and do you enjoy being a mother on the show, and working with baby Coop?
Fiona Hutchison:   I adore being a mother

Question:  I know all about Jenna, but what do you, Fiona, do for fun? -Stacy
Fiona Hutchison:  This is fun. And I am enjoying the heck out of my life.

Question:  Do the powers that be REALLY listen to the fans, Fiona?
Fiona Hutchison:  We do listen to everything, but you know, giving you what you want, would not make you happy because it's anticipation of what you want that's enjoyable to watch.

Question:  You've been quoted a lot in the press lately about your breasts.  Isn't this embarrassing? Heck, I'm embarrassed!
Fiona Hutchison:  How can I be embarrassed when this is the first time experience for me?  LOL!  Please forgive my crudeness for those who find this crude, but REALLY, they're fun!

Question:  Is Hutch attatched to anyone on the set? -Stacy
Fiona Hutchison: Hutch is attached to everyone on the set.  Hutch was attached to Kim's breasts the other day, there I go AGAIN!

Fiona Hutchison:  So, til next time... Here's milk to you :)

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