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Royal Role

Hutchison's News Series!
SOU April 27, 1999
K.L. Kendrick




 

The ever popular actress Fiona Hutchison (ex-Jenna, GL; ex-Gabreille-OLTL) is now involved in a soap of a different kind  -- he world's royal families!  her new series Royal Families of the World ,  premieres April 21, 1999... and Hutchison is thrilled with the new challenge.  "I get to wear lovely dresses and have beautiful dialogue, " the actress told Update.  "It's certainly a step in different direction for me, but I'm very pleased hat somehow they've found me and it's working so far."

Hutchison's job on the series involves extensive voice over work, which gives her a chance to learn more about the art, and she happily states that "it's an extraordinary thing to be paid to learn".

Hutchison is also excited about her new play, "Naked From The Waist Down" which was written by her husband John Viscardi (ex-Tony, OLTL).  The comedy runs in NYC for the four weeks, and Hutchison is looking forward to seeing fans and friends like OLTLFlorencia Lozana (Tea) and Gina Tognioni (Kelly) in the audience.  For tickets call (212) 787-4063.

As for daytime, Hutchison and her husband both "have a soft spot in our hearts" for OLTL, and the couple is excited about attending the show's annual fan club luncheon this month.  "we went to the luncheon last year to support Michael Zaslow, and I feel very flattered to be invited again."  Hutchison reports.  Her son Trevor may still play Rocky on GL, but Hutchison wants to keep the OLTL "home fires burning".



Bethpage, NY, March 15, 1999 -Royal Families of the World, a visually rich and entertaining documentary series, will premiere on Romance Classics on Wednesday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. Host Fiona Hutchison will transport viewers behind-the-scenes for a glimpse into the exciting, insightful and often surprising lives of royals from around the world. Their fairy tale romances, heroic triumphs and noble deeds, elaborate coronations and spectacular parties will all be explored in the half-hour weekly series.

The premiere episode will feature the Grimaldi family of Monaco and the legendary love affair between the beautiful Princess Grace and Prince Rainier. Future episodes will highlight the enigmatic, powerful Imperial Family of Japan, the glamorous Bernadots of Sweden, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles, future king of England as well as Royal Families from Spain, Belgium. Luxembourg and the Netherlands, among others.

Fiona Hutchison is best known for her critically acclaimed roles on the popular serials, As the World Turns and One Life To Live, and her Emmy-nominated portrayal of "Jenna Bradshaw" on The Guiding Light. She is an accomplished actress who has appeared in numerous feature films and theater productions. She lives with husband, playwright John Hutchison, and their two sons, in New York City. 9-month-old son Trevor, currently stars on "Guiding Light" as "Rocky."

Romance Classics is a 24-hour network devoted entirely to romantic entertainment. The programming features a mix of contemporary romantic films with today's hottest stars, popular miniseries and original series focusing on issues that are important to women, particularly lifestyles, relationships and what's hot in the world of romance.




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