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Post by mrfixit477 on Jul 26, 2012 22:10:38 GMT -5
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Post by vjay on Jul 26, 2012 22:56:54 GMT -5
OH MY GOD WHO CARES WHO GETS PRAISED OR NOT WHAT THE HELL IS THE BIG DEAL ABOUT IT. CAN WE JUST BE HAPPY THAT THE WILL AND SONNY STORY LINE IS FINALLY GOING TO HAPPEN LIKE WE WANT BECAUSE THIS IS (AARON LIVESY VOICE) GETTING REALLY BORING. What is really BORING is the Chandler Massey fans that refuse to admit the guy has an attitude problem. It is so disrespectful to Freddie Smith for Chandler to not give him the praise he deserves. Freddie Smith's character Sonny is an integral part of the gay storyline NOT just Chandler Massey's character Will. Chandler goes out of his way to praise James Scott and Camilla but ignores Freddie Smith. Even though, in Freddie's interviews he's always been supportive of Chandler. Massey doesn't seem too enthusiastic about the Sonny and Will storyline so yes some of us are CONCERNED. We are concerned that the acting is going to ring false. Chandler became famous BECAUSE some of the audience are excited that Days might finally have a gay male storyline and it appears it will happen. But it might be a shitty gay storyline like Emmerdale with Danny Miller because Chandler doesn't seem very enthusiastic about it. Chandler's viewpoint that he doesn't want Will and Sonny to get together but yet he claims he's do his job. That's not a ringing endorsement and Chandler's comments reek of a bad attitude. Look rick532, you don't get to tell me what I think or what I should believe. Chandler Massey's comments and omission of giving praise to Freddie Smith says volumes about his character. The Sonny and Will gay romance now might seem false it might not ring true. |
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Post by kedred1 on Jul 26, 2012 23:05:54 GMT -5
Chandler comes across as pouting because the new writers are making him have a romance rather than letting him looking into James Scott's eyes and sit around praising him.
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Post by jjose712 on Jul 27, 2012 6:36:27 GMT -5
Even if Chandler and Freedie hate each other (i don't think that's the case), that doesn't mean anything to the storyline. I don't think James Sutton and Guy Burnett were best friends, and their storyline work really well, and we know a lot of cases of actor who can't stand each other and their chemistry is incredible, and the opposite, people who are in love in real life, but that don't translate in good chemistry on camera.
It depends of the actors talent (and of course the natural chemistry between them) and we can't know if the storyline is gonna work till the proper storyline starts. Till now their scenes together are perfectly ok, so at least they work well as friends wich is a good start
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 27, 2012 6:57:43 GMT -5
The positive is that Chandler stated that Wilson is finally coming. I am going to try and concentrate on that lol.
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Post by meaghan on Jul 27, 2012 7:09:49 GMT -5
OH MY GOD WHO CARES WHO GETS PRAISED OR NOT WHAT THE HELL IS THE BIG DEAL ABOUT IT. CAN WE JUST BE HAPPY THAT THE WILL AND SONNY STORY LINE IS FINALLY GOING TO HAPPEN LIKE WE WANT BECAUSE THIS IS (AARON LIVESY VOICE) GETTING REALLY BORING. What is really BORING is the Chandler Massey fans that refuse to admit the guy has an attitude problem. It is so disrespectful to Freddie Smith for Chandler to not give him the praise he deserves. Freddie Smith's character Sonny is an integral part of the gay storyline NOT just Chandler Massey's character Will. Chandler goes out of his way to praise James Scott and Camilla but ignores Freddie Smith. Even though, in Freddie's interviews he's always been supportive of Chandler. Massey doesn't seem too enthusiastic about the Sonny and Will storyline so yes some of us are CONCERNED. We are concerned that the acting is going to ring false. Chandler became famous BECAUSE some of the audience are excited that Days might finally have a gay male storyline and it appears it will happen. But it might be a shitty gay storyline like Emmerdale with Danny Miller because Chandler doesn't seem very enthusiastic about it. Chandler's viewpoint that he doesn't want Will and Sonny to get together but yet he claims he's do his job. That's not a ringing endorsement and Chandler's comments reek of a bad attitude. Look rick532, you don't get to tell me what I think or what I should believe. Chandler Massey's comments and omission of giving praise to Freddie Smith says volumes about his character. The Sonny and Will gay romance now might seem false it might not ring true. I'm very sorry this is going to be my first post, but I'm finding it increasingly hard to stomach the way you're addressing people on this board. Why do the people who disagree with you get addressed as "Chandler fans" who "refuse" to admit something? I don't agree with your assessment of Chandler's attitude, but I'm a bigger Freddie/Sonny fan than Chandler/Will. So where does that put me? I also don't think telling people they're "refusing" to see something is very kind, nor logical. People may have different opinions about this situation than you, but Chandler having an "attutude" problem, despite what you may think, is not a factual thing. People interpreted this interview in different ways, and they're not refusing, they're just not seeing it. Criticizing them for it seems unfair and confrontational to me. With that out of the way, on to the actual interview topic: I will admit I deflated quite a bit at this interview's focus when it got to the parts about the characters. And I deflated even more when I read the line about Will and Sonny and friendship. Because selflishly, I wanted to read more about Sonny and Freddie Smith than EJ and James Scott. And I wanted to read that there was something exciting coming up. But Chandler is a participant on a show with a LARGE cast. Right off the bat, I can immediately think of no less than 17 different people he's interacted with on this show, and I don't even really watch regularly. And not at all before Sonny showed up. So the fact that I, not a regular viewer, can think of that many people probably means I'm missing some. So it's a LOT. My point is: just because Will is gay and many of us are angling (myself VERY much included) for a romance and/or a romance with Sonny, doesn't mean he should be relegated to only talk about that, or always mention one specific costar. He has spent more than a year with that as his main focus, and nearly every conversation and interview has been about the fact that Will is gay, or maybe gay, or trying to come out as gay... etc etc etc. He's been getting asked if Will and Sonny were going to get together nearly from get go. Perhaps he is currently interested in other parts of his character (because those DO exist!). Chandler is under no obligation to mention Sonny or Freddie in everything, or anything. Do I wish he would? Of course I do! Very much so. I love the thought of two actors getting along, or being as excited about the story as I am. But that's a perk for us as fans, not a requirement. So am I bummed about that part of this interview? Yep. Am I a little bit less excited? Yep. Am I angry at Chandler, or do I think he did something wrong? Nope. |
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Post by mycatfox on Jul 27, 2012 8:27:28 GMT -5
Very good first comment, meaghan  . And I objectively agree with the majority of your points. But subjectively, I'd like to say that it's been calling my attention the fact that Chandler seems to not acknowledge ( the way I'd like  ) that he's a gay character. Perhaps that's why he doesn't seem to consider Freddy to be a pivotal character on his future(s) storyline(s). Of course this is just speculation on my part, and what I think might be not true at all. But still, it bothers me a little  ... Do I think that Chandler's attitude way to handle his persona could interfere on his storylines? Nope, since I think he's a very professional actor Anyway...We'll see |
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 27, 2012 9:00:38 GMT -5
My concern is that most likely this interview was recently done. If so, judging by spoilers Chandler and Freddie have been working together a lot prior to this interview. It's hard not to have some skepticism when it SEEMS Chandler is not very excited about things he has been taping. He has to know that so many fans have waited for the gay romance to begin for Wilson and it is disappointing to see what seems like a very nonchalant response about them. I hope I'm reading too much into this. Like Catfox has stated, only time will tell.
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Post by mycatfox on Jul 27, 2012 9:28:06 GMT -5
Chandler comes across as pouting because the new writers are making him have a romance rather than letting him looking into James Scott's eyes and sit around praising him. subjectively, I'd like to say that it's been calling my attention the fact that Chandler seems to not acknowledge ( the way I'd like ) that he's a gay character. Perhaps that's why he doesn't seem to consider Freddy to be a pivotal character on his future(s) storyline(s). Of course this is just speculation on my part, and what I think might be not true at all. But still, it bothers me a little ... My concern is that most likely this interview was recently done. If so, judging by spoilers Chandler and Freddie have been working together a lot prior to this interview. It's hard not to have some skepticism when it SEEMS Chandler is not very excited about things he has been taping. He has to know that so many fans have waited for the gay romance to begin for Wilson and it is disappointing to see what seems like a very nonchalant response about them. I hope I'm reading too much into this. Like Catfox has stated, only time will tell.   |
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 27, 2012 10:02:22 GMT -5
I sm sooooooo disappointed in Chandler after the latest SOD interview. He obviously is not into Wilson. I could almost respect his opinion but not when he comes across so dismissive towards the feelings of fans and Freddie who is so supportive of Wilson. Fans have waited over a year for this. That came across as a major FU from Chandler.
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Post by sonwill on Jul 27, 2012 10:36:23 GMT -5
Hopefully if Chandler does that radio interview one of us can phone in [someone in the US, that is] and just ask him politely about all this stuff because he's coming off badly in all these interviews lately.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2012 13:14:27 GMT -5
OH MY GOD WHO CARES WHO GETS PRAISED OR NOT WHAT THE HELL IS THE BIG DEAL ABOUT IT. CAN WE JUST BE HAPPY THAT THE WILL AND SONNY STORY LINE IS FINALLY GOING TO HAPPEN LIKE WE WANT BECAUSE THIS IS (AARON LIVESY VOICE) GETTING REALLY BORING. What is really BORING is the Chandler Massey fans that refuse to admit the guy has an attitude problem. It is so disrespectful to Freddie Smith for Chandler to not give him the praise he deserves. Freddie Smith's character Sonny is an integral part of the gay storyline NOT just Chandler Massey's character Will. Chandler goes out of his way to praise James Scott and Camilla but ignores Freddie Smith. Even though, in Freddie's interviews he's always been supportive of Chandler. Massey doesn't seem too enthusiastic about the Sonny and Will storyline so yes some of us are CONCERNED. We are concerned that the acting is going to ring false. Chandler became famous BECAUSE some of the audience are excited that Days might finally have a gay male storyline and it appears it will happen. But it might be a shitty gay storyline like Emmerdale with Danny Miller because Chandler doesn't seem very enthusiastic about it. Chandler's viewpoint that he doesn't want Will and Sonny to get together but yet he claims he's do his job. That's not a ringing endorsement and Chandler's comments reek of a bad attitude. Look rick532, you don't get to tell me what I think or what I should believe. Chandler Massey's comments and omission of giving praise to Freddie Smith says volumes about his character. The Sonny and Will gay romance now might seem false it might not ring true. First of all i didn't say for anybody what they should think or believe so lets get that shit straight right the fuck now. My point was saying we should be happy that the story line is finally going to happen point blank. But what is being focused on that he didn't give Freddie praise but he gave others and it like who cares yea it would be nice be but we can't do anything about it. |
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Post by Bonobochick on Jul 30, 2012 9:04:04 GMT -5
Unless folks know Chandler personally and have thus spoken to him about his intimate thoughts on the subject, all of this is just speculation about "what he really means" that is derailing the thread.
Please move on from his latest interview and talk about something else involving the character or actor.
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Post by journmsu on Jul 30, 2012 10:19:21 GMT -5
I agree with you Bonobochick. Unless you have interviewed or spoken with Chandler personally, don't read into things.
Also, I am no prude, heaven knows I have said more than a few expletives in my day...but I really believe we should be more respectful and not drop the F bomb on the board or use profanity in a negative way. For example: Damn so and so is hot! I can go with that and I think most posters would to. But to use foul language about a poster, actor, etc., not acceptable.
I don't mean to sound like anyones mother, I am just sayin'...
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Post by mrfixit477 on Jul 31, 2012 15:11:46 GMT -5
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Post by LonePirate on Jul 31, 2012 15:25:30 GMT -5
That was very gracious of him to invite/permit the station to interview him at his family's home. It is always nice to see some genuine southern hospitality.
There was an element of the interview (mostly the textual portion of it) that annoyed me; but I guess it is to be expected.
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Post by sonwill on Aug 2, 2012 3:37:50 GMT -5
Chandler just tweeted this: Hello all! I've been hearing there is some concern about my feelings towards a potential #WilSon pairing. Please allow me to set the record straight! I could not be more excited and hopeful for many reasons but here are the main two: First, a beautiful, compelling story is something that every actor dreams of telling. That is what I believe a WilSon story could be. Second, Freddie is the man. I couldn't ask for a better guy to work with. So there it is. Im officially WilSons biggest fan  I hope you share my sentiments. |
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Post by mycatfox on Aug 2, 2012 3:55:13 GMT -5
Chandler just tweeted this: Hello all! I've been hearing there is some concern about my feelings towards a potential #WilSon pairing. Please allow me to set the record straight! I could not be more excited and hopeful for many reasons but here are the main two: First, a beautiful, compelling story is something that every actor dreams of telling. That is what I believe a WilSon story could be. Second, Freddie is the man. I couldn't ask for a better guy to work with. So there it is. Im officially WilSons biggest fan I hope you share my sentiments. Wow, just... Wow! It seems Chandler either has been reading some posts here and there, or someone told him directly what some fans were thinking . I'm really glad he finally addressed these issues And yes, sonwill, I share your sentiments  |
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Post by mrfixit477 on Aug 2, 2012 5:50:54 GMT -5
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Post by anthonyl on Aug 2, 2012 5:52:26 GMT -5
I think it's unfortunate that Chandler felt he had to address this in the first place because people were trashing him so badly. It really shouldn't have been necessary for him to have to come out and placate folks, IMO. To me, there were never any 'issues' to begin with. I just think it's another example of the dark side of fandom.
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Post by WillNSonny on Aug 2, 2012 7:12:35 GMT -5
I pretty much expected some of you to turn this around and start attacking those that expressed disappointment in his interviews. Some people were just disappointed in what he said/didn't say so I am glad he clarified what he did. No, he absolutely did't have to say anything. But much like another co star did yesterday about the chick-fil-a thing, when you are in the limelight people hang on to what they say. It's been tough on tv, most especially on this show for a gay romance to fully respectfully play out. So I give him lots of respect for letting fans know he 100% supports that because yes many fans did need to hear that from Chandler since he will be involved in that relationship playing out on tv.
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Post by jjose712 on Aug 2, 2012 7:29:58 GMT -5
I think it's unfortunate that Chandler felt he had to address this in the first place because people were trashing him so badly. It really shouldn't have been necessary for him to have to come out and placate folks, IMO. To me, there were never any 'issues' to begin with. I just think it's another example of the dark side of fandom. I think he recieved a lot of baklash that it wans't really about him. Here he was compared with Danny Miller (that's an insult no matter the way you look at it). In my opinion if the show handle their gay storyline better, this would never happened. The problem is the show teased a gay storyline more than a year ago, and while his character has good screentime (not gay related) the other gay character has nothing at all, and that make overreacting more easy. The fact that the "star" of the show didn't show support of the storyline make people believe it could not be happen (and given what happened in Emmerdale, that's not exactly out of the blue) Yes, it would be better if he doesn't have to twitt that, but the truth is that if he was a little smart before (there are precedents with other soap couples, and even with other soap couples) he could avoid this very easily. Either way, he did the twitt and this story ends. Everybody is happy again |
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Post by anthonyl on Aug 2, 2012 7:38:21 GMT -5
Well, I've interviewed a lot of actors in my day and I'm of the opinion that it's their job to pimp whatever project or story they are working on and they'll sat they need to to put it into the most positive light or spin. And to me that's all this is. As I've said before I could care less how Chandler or any actor feels about their story, which is why his initial comments neither concerned nor bothered me. And hearing that he 'loves' the story and is this 'couple's biggest fan' means little as well. It's just PR, but if it placates folks then he's succeeded. I don't know how he truly feels, but it doesn't matter either way. All I care about are the results on screen. That is how this will truly be judged.
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Post by blake on Aug 2, 2012 8:08:07 GMT -5
What I'm about to say may be taken as rude and I'm sorry if it is.But for the life of me I can't believe that people are comparing Danny Miller and Chandler together.Look I will admit when I read some of Chandler interviews I jumped to conclusions and for that I'm sorry for.Chandler has always spoken of how proud he is of this storyline and how can change people's view of homosexuality in the general public.He's done alot of things for the gay community he's posed for the NoH8 campaign twice.Danny on the other hand everytime I would read a interview that he would do he always spoke about how uncomfortable he was about kissing another bloke (as he would say).And that I understand but he never spoke anything positive about his storyline it always came across negative.But I want to say that both Chandler and Danny are both amazing actors.
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Post by sonwill on Aug 2, 2012 8:20:32 GMT -5
Anyways, it's good that Chandler tweeted and it seems legit, I mean he has no reason to tweet it if he didn't think it. IMO. There's no need to bring up past stuff, just concentrate on the fact he's cleared it up and it's done with and whether or not it was Chandler or someone else, I'm glad its at least shown they listen to fans and like to make sure we're understanding everything thats said clearly.
And I just wanna take the time to say that Chandler's done a superb job playing Will during this whole coming out storyline, and even in the whole EJ crap that I personally didn't like, he really impresses me with his acting each scene so I just wanted to give praise for that since I've never really done so yet on this thread.
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. And I objectively agree with the majority of your points. But subjectively, I'd like to say that it's been calling my attention the fact that Chandler seems to not acknowledge (the way I'd like 
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