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Degrassi Cast Participate in GalaxyCon Virtual Live Q&A

On January 30, 2022January 30, 2022 By Erin Comments Off

Several Degrassi: The Next Generation cast members participated in a virtual live Q&A with GalaxyCon today. The Q&A was about 45 minutes long and featured Stefan Brogren, Melissa McIntyre, Lauren Collins and Shane Kippel. During the discussion, they talked about a variety of topics including their favourite memories from set, where they think their characters ended up, and how proud they are of the show. One notable topic that they did not discuss was the recently announced HBO Max Degrassi reboot.

If you missed the Q&A, it is currently still available to watch on Vimeo.

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My favourite moments from the Degrassi: TNG 20th Anniversary Panel

On June 13, 2021June 13, 2021 By Erin Comments Off

Yesterday I shared a recap of the main topics discussed at the ATX Television Festival’s Degrassi panel. But I also wanted to talk about my personal favourite moments from the event. I’ve selected 6 moments, for which you can read the direct quotes below. These are my favourite moments because they really get to the heart of Degrassi and I think they show how beautiful Degrassi is as a piece of Canadian culture.

1. Lauren and Stefan continuing the never-ending debate on the believability of Degrassi Goes Hollywood and Degrassi Takes Manhattan
Lauren: If it happened in “Degrassi Takes Manhattan” or “Degrassi Goes Hollywood,” it’s not canon. That’s what I said, right?
Stefan: Says you, says you. Those stories are full on Degrassi. They are moments in lives, they go crazy. I’m not saying that because I directed them. I’m just saying that people have moments like that, right. And they go crazy and come back, etc.

Continue reading My favourite moments from the Degrassi: TNG 20th Anniversary Panel

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Recapping the ATX Television Festival’s Degrassi: TNG 20th Anniversary Panel

On June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 By Erin Comments Off

It finally happened! Tonight the Degrassi cast and producers reunited for a panel at the ATX Television Festival. Linda Schuyler, Stephen Stohn, Stefan Brogren, Aaron Martin, Jake Epstein, Aislinn Paul, Shane Kippel, Luke Bilyk, Lauren Collins, Munro Chambers, Daniel Clark, Andrea Lewis and Christina Schmidt were all in attendance at the pre-recorded panel. They spoke about a wide range of topics from their time on Degrassi, storylines that they loved, fan interactions over the years, and much more.

Overall I really enjoyed watching this panel. Seeing this group of people interact with each other again was so special. However, it was unfortunate that there wasn’t a lot of new information. As a super fan, I felt like I already knew most of what they talked about (I’m still waiting for the details on what happened when Next Class was cancelled!). However, there were definitely a few times when I was feeling the emotions, such as when Lauren said she wanted Degrassi to come back one day so her son would have something like it to watch.

Since this panel was behind a pay wall and also it was a one-time only event, I’ve tried to summarize the main points that they discussed below.

Continue reading Recapping the ATX Television Festival’s Degrassi: TNG 20th Anniversary Panel

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Lauren Collins and Jake Epstein Interviewed by CBC Radio for Degrassi: TNG’s 20th Anniversary

On June 8, 2021June 9, 2021 By Erin Comments Off

Lauren Collins and Jake Epstein were on CBC Radio’s show Q today to talk about the 20th Anniversary of Degrassi: The Next Generation as well as the panel happening this Friday at the ATX Television Festival. In the 20-minute interview, Lauren and Jake talk about their Degrassi characters, what it meant to be on the show, and play a little Degrassi trivia.

You can listen to the full interview right here or on the CBC Listen app. You can also watch the interview on Q’s YouTube Channel.

Here are some of the main topics that were covered:
-The impact Degrassi had on its fans
-The difference in terms of the reception Degrassi got in Toronto vs the US
-Feeling proud of being part of something that was pushing the envelop
-Filming Drake’s “I’m Upset” music video
-What Drake’s popularity did for the legacy of Degrassi

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Everything we know so far about the Degrassi: TNG Reunion at the ATX Television Festival

On May 6, 2021May 24, 2021 By Erin 1 Comment

HUGE NEWS!! The producers and cast of Degrassi: The Next Generation will be participating in a panel at the Austin-based ATX Television Festival in June. Here is everything you need to know about the panel and how you can attend.

When is the panel?
The Degrassi panel will be on June 11, which is the first day of the Festival. It will be at 7:00pm CT (8:00pm EST). It is supposed to be 1 hour long. After it airs, it will be available until 2:00am CT the next day for festival goers (in case you’re not able to tune in live).

What is the Degrassi panel and who is participating?
The panel will commemorate the 20th anniversary of Degrassi: The Next Generation (TNG premiered in October 2001). It is presented by Tubi, which is one of the platforms where Degrassi: TNG is streaming.

As of now, the confirmed participants are Linda Schuyler, Stephen Stohn, Stefan Brogren, Jake Epstein, Aislinn Paul, Shane Kippel, Luke Bilyk, Lauren Collins, Munro Chambers, Daniel Clark, Andrea Lewis and Christina Schmidt.

During the panel, the panelists will discuss storylines and moments from the series, behind the scenes stories, and more.

Continue reading Everything we know so far about the Degrassi: TNG Reunion at the ATX Television Festival

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Degrassi: The Power Play Mini Series

On February 21, 2012February 22, 2012 By Chrissy Comments Off

Degrassi has a new four part mini series Degrassi: The Power Play that will be airing on TeenNick and posted to the Degrassi Facebook page during the next three Fridays. Canadians can also watch the minis at MuchMusic.com.

The first part aired during the TeenNick broadcast of Underneath It All Part One and is availble for viewing now. A full trailer and Behind the Scenes clip are also up. Alli and new niner Tori are the main characters and will go up against Marisol with the help of guest star Lauren Collins reprising her role of Paige.

This set of minis is sponsored by Playtex Sport and drives the focus of the plot of making a club for active women. Watch all of the content and check back every week for more here.

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Degrassi Alumni in ‘Servitude’

On January 21, 2012 By Erin Comments Off

The new Canadian film ‘Servitude’ features a slew of Degrassi alumni including Lauren Collins and John Bregar.

The film is about a group of waiters who take over their restaurant one night after realising that they are about to be fired. It finally opens in theatres on March 30th.

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Lauren Collins and Jake Epstein on Steve Agee’s Podcast

On March 28, 2011 By Erin Comments Off

Ellen Page, Lauren Collins, and Jake Epstein on a PODCAST? Yes folks, dreams really do come true.

In episode 44 of Steve Agee’s Podcast, the former Degrassi stars join Steve and Ellen for an all-out Degrassi love fest. We all knew about Ellen and Steve’s longstanding Degrassi obsession. Now they got to talk to two of our favourite TNG cast members Lauren (Paige) and Jake (Craig). Michael Seater (18 To Life, Life With Derek) also joins the podcast. And all I gotta say is listen listen listen, because all of you 20-something Degrassi fans are going to love it!! Download the podcast at Steve’s website!

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Behind the Scenes with Lauren Collins in Servitude

On November 25, 2010 By Erin Comments Off

Check out this etalk segment from last night! They go behind the scenes of Lauren Collins’ new film Servitude. The film is about a bunch of waiters out for revenge. Lauren is interviewed briefly in this segment, where she says that she’s never had a job like this because she was on Degrassi since she was a “fetus.” haha! You can also see a similar behind the scenes segment on ET Canada. They also interviewed Lauren.

Also, Much Music sent me this new Degrassi promo. It doesn’t feature any new clips – it is simply a promo for the reruns airing during the hiatus. It’s cute nonetheless! Check it outt!

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Paula Brancati & Lauren Collins in a New Play

On June 9, 2010 By Erin Comments Off

Paula Brancati & Lauren Collins have both been cast in the Canadian premiere of the award winning Love, Loss, and What I Wore. The play, based on a book, is a collection of vignettes and monologues that uses clothing and accessories and the memories they trigger to tell stories that women can relate to. Love, Loss, and What I Wore will play at the Panasonic Theatre in Toronto starting July 16th and running until Sept. 4th!

For ticket information check out the official website.

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Lauren Collins Supports SuperWalk for Parkinsons

On September 14, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

Lauren Collins participated in the SuperWalk for Parkinson’s in Toronto this year. According to this press release, Lauren walked with her mother for her father who has had Parkinson’s for more than 20 years. Thirteen thousand people turned out across Canada to participate in the walk which raised over $2 million. Click here for quotes and a picture of Lauren.

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Lauren on the Future of Paige

On August 22, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

In a new interview with CTV about Degrassi Goes Hollywood, Lauren Collins talked about her future on Degrassi. She says that she will not appear in the 9th season and she doesn’t see herself going back to Degrassi:
“I don’t see myself going back to Degrassi although if they ask me, you never know but I think (Paige’s) time there is really done and I think she’s stuck in L.A. so we’ll see where that goes … It’s weird. This was the first year that summer rolled around and I wasn’t going back to the studio.”

Good luck to Lauren in the future! We know that her time on Degrassi will only be the start of her career.

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More From Adamo and Lauren in New York

On August 14, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

Adamo and Lauren did a lot of interviews while promoting Degrassi Goes Hollywood in New York. Here is another one with PopEater. It includes a video, and Lauren and Adamo discuss their fame level in the US vs. Canada, Drake’s recent success, plus more! Here’s an excerpt:

Lauren: “The die-hard fans of the show, no matter where they are, are the same, and they’re all really supportive. But I think in general, there’s a much more media-obsessed culture here in the States. And I don’t think that’s a bad thing… so we always get a huge, huge response… We never experience that in Canada. Never, ever ever ever”
More?

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More From Adamo and Lauren in New York

On August 13, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

Above is a picture of Lauren Collins at Planet Hollywood in New York yesterday. She and Adamo were there to make their memorabilia donation like I posted earlier. You can check out a video of their appearance courtesy of Popstar! Magazine on youtube. Lauren and Adamo also made an appearance on MTV’s It’s On With Alexa Chung which you can check out on youtube right here. MTV also has an article up on their website about Degrassi Goes Hollywood, which includes quotes from Lauren and Adamo.

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Adamo and Lauren In New York

On August 11, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

Adamo Ruggiero and Lauren Collins are currently in New York promoting Degrassi Goes Hollywood. They will be appearing on the Alexa Chung Show. Also, according to Degrassi on Facebook they will be at Planet Hollywood Times Square TOMORROW to donate some memorabilia at 1:30pm! If you’re in the area, why not head over? If you take any pictures send them to me at Erin@degrassi-fans.com and I’ll post them on the site!

And speaking of appearances, details about the Degrassi Goes Hollywood screening in Toronto are slowly starting to come in. We’re now hearing that there will be a contest in which one lucky fan will win a trip to Hollywood. Hopefully they will announce how fans can attend the screening soon!

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Lauren Collins talks style and shopping

On July 11, 2009 By Erin Comments Off

The Toronto Star talked to Lauren Collins recently about her shopping habits as well as the upcoming Degrassi Goes Hollywood movie. Lauren discussed some of her favourite Toronto shops such as Robber at 863 Queen St. W. and Vintage 69 at 1100 Queen St. W. She named the Olson twins as her style icons and said that she loves going through her grandmother’s closet.

On the Degrassi Goes Hollywood movie, Lauren said:

“The movie ends with Paige in a pretty dark place – I hope she can get out of that funk. Relationships that have bloomed for nine years are threatened. I can’t believe I’ve been on the show for nine years.”
Check out the article here!