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Post by sonwill on Jul 23, 2012 16:11:34 GMT -5
www.frontiersla.com/Features/Exclusive-Interviews/Story.aspx?ID=1739785Chandler talks Will/Sonny and he comes across like he's really not wanting it? IDK But that it seems to be happening? IDK this is what he said: Now that Will has come out, the next step is to find romance, of course! After testing the waters, Chandler indicates that this summer and into the fall, fans can expect Will and Sonny to become much closer. “It looks that way. I think it’s going to be something that hopefully the viewers have wanted to see. If I could give them that, that would be great. I am outspoken about how much I like the platonic friendship of Will and Sonny because I thought it was fresh. Regardless of how I feel about that, I am still going to play that to the best of my ability.” I think he's being honest: personally, he'd like the relationship between his character and Sonny's to remain a bromance, but he acknowledges their fans want a romance  . Anyway, the good thing is that Wilson will happen (yeah!), and that Chandler -of course- is going to play his part to the best of his ability  I like how you've put it because I couldn't really put it like that in my brain, but it helps with how you've put it. And I think it's good he was honest at least. Was thinking perhaps Chandler doesn't hear enough from us Wilson-ers about how inspirational and amazing the whole Wilson thing and how it's been a slow build to a romance has been (yeah, i would of liked it faster) but it's been a nice little build and something that's good, so I was thinking of trying to get a gift thing to send together to send to C and F, we'll see how that works out though lol |
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Post by anthonyl on Jul 23, 2012 16:55:21 GMT -5
Sounds like Chandler thinks Will and Sonny work better as friends and he doesn't want to change their relationship. Maybe he thinks they'll be as chemistry free and boring as I do. LOL......
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 23, 2012 17:33:08 GMT -5
Not surprising. First Sod interview where chandler blatantly left out acknowledging Freddie and now this. chandler's professionalism is seriously lacking. Not sure how I feel about Wilson anymore. I want to see a gay romance where both actors are 100% committed and chandler sure isn't.
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Post by anthonyl on Jul 23, 2012 17:40:32 GMT -5
Just because Chandler doesn't want a Will/Sonny romance doesn't mean he's not committed to giving it his all. Actors play stories or have love interests they don't want all the time, but they do the job and do it to the best of their ability. I've known soap actors who hated their most popular storylines, but they did the gig they were paid to do. He probably will do his best, though Chandler does have acting tics that betray him at times. Frankly, I appreciate his honesty. Better than him pimping the relationship if he doesn't believe that.
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Post by sonwill on Jul 23, 2012 17:41:16 GMT -5
So Eileen's down with watching cute boys kiss. LOVE IT! LOL..... And let's face it, isn't that what everyone is watching for anyway? Heh... TRUTH. We may all have differing opinions on Will and Sonny and the show in general but I'm sure we're all in agreement on that one heh! And WillNSonny - I agree somewhat but I think maybe Chandler is committed to the romance of Wilson but just that he perhaps liked the fact that it was platonic before, I don't think he's against Wilson so to speak, just that he liked the freshness of Will and Sonny being two gay guys being friends and nothing else, but he seems committed to wanting to make it good for us and I like that. |
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Post by liliane on Jul 23, 2012 18:05:12 GMT -5
So Eileen's down with watching cute boys kiss. LOVE IT! LOL..... And let's face it, isn't that what everyone is watching for anyway? Heh... TRUTH. We may all have differing opinions on Will and Sonny and the show in general but I'm sure we're all in agreement on that one heh! And WillNSonny - I agree somewhat but I think maybe Chandler is committed to the romance of Wilson but just that he perhaps liked the fact that it was platonic before, I don't think he's against Wilson so to speak, just that he liked the freshness of Will and Sonny being two gay guys being friends and nothing else, but he seems committed to wanting to make it good for us and I like that. exactly, totally agree |
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Post by LonePirate on Jul 23, 2012 18:28:27 GMT -5
It somewhat seems like Chandler would prefer Will to be in a relationship with EJ than with Sonny. It almost parallels Chandler's relationship with his PR guy/agent, Jeff, which grows odder by the day for me.
I've been unsure if not skeptical in the past of whether Chandler does or doesn't like (working with) Freddie; but that interview is somewhat damning in my eyes. If an actor is a soap star, they should know they will be paired up in relationships and portray love stories on their show. Young, full-time soap actors are never celibate or single for long (relatively speaking). When he was informed his character was going to be gay, he should have connected the dots as to what that means. Chandler's resigned reluctance to accept this component of his character pales to the gung ho, bring it on eagerness that Freddie previously expressed. I will take Chandler at his word that will give the role and scenes his all; but given how (intentionally?) flat he was in all of the non-break up scenes during the Gabi romance, he still needs to prove his acting chops in the romance department. I hope he does.
In the meantime, I remain committed to being a fan of Freddie/Sonny first, WilSon second and Chandler/Will third.
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Post by Difficult Diva on Jul 23, 2012 18:34:09 GMT -5
I don't know what to think of Sonny sleeping on the DiMera couch. I can certainly understand him wanting to try that approach since that couch is a magical aphrodisiac for all of Salem. Maybe Will is immune to it, though. Then again, I would hope Sonny had more sense in him than to sleep there given its history. Hilarious and sadly true, LonePirate. ;D ;D I think that only homosexuals are immune to that aphrodisiac on this show. |
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Post by Difficult Diva on Jul 23, 2012 18:44:30 GMT -5
Just because Chandler doesn't want a Will/Sonny romance doesn't mean he's not committed to giving it his all. Actors play stories or have love interests they don't want all the time, but they do the job and do it to the best of their ability. I've known soap actors who hated their most popular storylines, but they did the gig they were paid to do. He probably will do his best, though Chandler does have acting tics that betray him at times. Frankly, I appreciate his honesty. Better than him pimping the relationship if he doesn't believe that. Very true....I just hope that ( well, the new/old writers) are able to create and write something that will inspire him to "see the passion" that everyone's been anticipating for over a year now. |
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Post by gnapple22 on Jul 23, 2012 19:21:44 GMT -5
Hmm well I've been skeptical about a WilSon relationship for a while now so I must say this interview doesn't exactly fill me with much hope, he really doesn't sound like he wants this at all which may translate to onscreen. I dont know but I get the feeling sometimes that Freddie & chandler don't get along all that well together in real life so maybe they don't like working together?
I think for now myself been a Freddie/Sonny fan I'm just gonna hope this show gives him a good, seperate story to shine with becuase he really deserves it and I'll just wait and see what happens with WilSon.
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Post by sonia38 on Jul 23, 2012 19:22:43 GMT -5
I know Roger Federer is listed at 6'1 but I have seen him in person and he does not look that height at all, he looks way shorter to me but that's besides the point, he's the tennis God. Chandler does look kinda short to be a tennis player, if he played against the guys on tour now he would get creamed, but it's acting so what I guess.
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Post by kedred1 on Jul 23, 2012 20:38:54 GMT -5
It appears that Chandler is not much interested in romance in his outside life, so I would guess he feels it's not a high priority for Will, but this is soap opera so he needs to get used to it. I think he wanted his friend Neil to become is love interest as an occasional character they trot out and then he wouldn't have to get too far out of his comfort zone, but the new writers seem to have other plans for Will besides being Creepy EJs sidekick.
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Post by Difficult Diva on Jul 23, 2012 21:41:11 GMT -5
Okay..I get that this most recent interview has stirred up some deep seated issues, but does anyone recall an early 80s film called "An Officer and Gentleman", starring Richard Gere and Debra Winker. Those two had amazing chemistry and along with THE SCRIPT, millions of fans (from all over the world) fell in love with that film and that fictional pairing. It wasn't until years later that either Gere or Winger said in an interview that they didn't get along on set. That they had to be professionals and portray the love that was in the script, because it was their jobs to do so in a way that nobody would be able to see any problems. As much as I don't see any chemistry between Will and Sonny, it's not because of the acting OR what they say in print: it's the script that's lacking. If there isn't anything there for them to work with, then there's no helping how things are viewed by individuals at home. I don't fault chandler for being honest with his answer.
I just really hope that something more substantial is written for both Will and Sonny, because they shouldn't be the targets of frustration with the lack of development.
It's the folks in charge.
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 23, 2012 21:59:35 GMT -5
Okay..I get that this most recent interview has stirred up some deep seated issues, but does anyone recall an early 80s film called "An Officer and Gentleman", starring Richard Gere and Debra Winker. Those two had amazing chemistry and along with THE SCRIPT, millions of fans (from all over the world) fell in love with that film and that fictional pairing. It wasn't until years later that either Gere or Winger said in an interview that they didn't get along on set. That they had to be professionals and portray the love that was in the script, because it was their jobs to do so in a way that nobody would be able to see any problems. As much as I don't see any chemistry between Will and Sonny, it's not because of the acting OR what they say in print: it's the script that's lacking. If there isn't anything there for them to work with, then there's no helping how things are viewed by individuals at home. I don't fault chandler for being honest with his answer. I just really hope that something more substantial is written for both Will and Sonny, because they shouldn't be the targets of frustration with the lack of development. It's the folks in charge. Problem this is being based on writing that didn't include much of Wilson for months. Last summer they were written for very well separately and as a unit but it was very short lived (very well compared to nothing right now). I just think Chandler wants to hang with the big guns and may not enjoy working with Freddie that much for whatever reason and/or his agent is against it. I am hopeful with Tomlin back things will change as it seems according to Freddie interviews (which we now we should take at his word as he wasn't just "talking" Wilson for no reason) there is a lot of story coming for him and I doubt it's just about Will and Sonny to be on almost every day for weeks. |
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Post by anthonyl on Jul 23, 2012 22:19:39 GMT -5
Okay..I get that this most recent interview has stirred up some deep seated issues, but does anyone recall an early 80s film called "An Officer and Gentleman", starring Richard Gere and Debra Winker. Those two had amazing chemistry and along with THE SCRIPT, millions of fans (from all over the world) fell in love with that film and that fictional pairing. It wasn't until years later that either Gere or Winger said in an interview that they didn't get along on set. That they had to be professionals and portray the love that was in the script, because it was their jobs to do so in a way that nobody would be able to see any problems. As much as I don't see any chemistry between Will and Sonny, it's not because of the acting OR what they say in print: it's the script that's lacking. If there isn't anything there for them to work with, then there's no helping how things are viewed by individuals at home. I don't fault chandler for being honest with his answer. There are plenty of soap couples who hated each other and hated working together, but were very popular and as I said before, did the gig. I don't know why Chandler has to like the story or like his love interest. As long as he's doing the job he's paid for that doesn't matter. I hope there are better times ahead for them as well. Unfortunately, I'm not thrilled with the notion of the impending romance. I'm just not seeing the chemistry. It's been a year and if it's not there now it will never be. Just because you have two cute guys on screen and you let them kiss doesn't mean they have the kind of sparks that makes for a compelling love story. |
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Post by sonwill on Jul 23, 2012 22:26:32 GMT -5
I personally do see the chemistry between Will and Sonny, but you know, it's an each to your own thing and I get why people might not see it. It's just one of those things that it's how people view it, and if you don't see it, I totally respect that.
And I think way too much is being made of what Chandler said, I was angry at first but I've had time and I think the thing with Chandler is that he really wants everything he does to be new and fresh and everything awesome and good and he liked how Wilson just had that friendship going and that's fair enough but Will and Sonny as a pairing have built a pretty good fanbase and he also acknowledges that somewhat and I have faith enough that he will absolutely work to the best of his ability to make it all good even if he personally preferred a friendship between them. And I don't get too much of a feel that Chandler and Freddie hang out too much but I do think they're friendly and there's no bad blood there, both have said nice things about each other and defo seemed very friendly at the GLAAD Awards.
Anyways I'm going off topic on spoilers, I'm looking forward to them playing it all out and I hope after all this time, it's as good as those who want the romantic pairing are expecting.
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Post by WillNSonny on Jul 23, 2012 22:28:53 GMT -5
Okay..I get that this most recent interview has stirred up some deep seated issues, but does anyone recall an early 80s film called "An Officer and Gentleman", starring Richard Gere and Debra Winker. Those two had amazing chemistry and along with THE SCRIPT, millions of fans (from all over the world) fell in love with that film and that fictional pairing. It wasn't until years later that either Gere or Winger said in an interview that they didn't get along on set. That they had to be professionals and portray the love that was in the script, because it was their jobs to do so in a way that nobody would be able to see any problems. As much as I don't see any chemistry between Will and Sonny, it's not because of the acting OR what they say in print: it's the script that's lacking. If there isn't anything there for them to work with, then there's no helping how things are viewed by individuals at home. I don't fault chandler for being honest with his answer. There are plenty of soap couples who hated each other and hated working together, but were very popular and as I said before, did the gig. I don't know why Chandler has to like the story or like his love interest. As long as he's doing the job he's paid for that doesn't matter. I hope there are better times ahead for them as well. Unfortunately, I'm not thrilled with the notion of the impending romance. I'm just not seeing the chemistry. It's been a year and if it's not there now it will never be. Just because you have two cute guys on screen and you let them kiss doesn't mean they have the kind of sparks that makes for a compelling love story. I don't think fans are saying just because Will and Sonny are gay they should be together. The majority of fans that I can tell just seem to like their chemistry but chemistry is subjective. But yeah to each their own. Either way nothing is going to make a difference unless Chandler works on his romantic acting. Like LonePirate mentioned it was dreadful when Will was with Gabi and the Neil kiss wasn't much better. Chandler needs to show he can be an all around actor and show he can do romance especially with kissing scenes. I get the feeling Chandler is not comfortable with Will being in any romance because Chandler isn't comfortable portraying it. |
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Post by LonePirate on Jul 23, 2012 22:36:54 GMT -5
I hope there are better times ahead for them as well. Unfortunately, I'm not thrilled with the notion of the impending romance. I'm just not seeing the chemistry. It's been a year and if it's not there now it will never be. Just because you have two cute guys on screen and you let them kiss doesn't mean they have the kind of sparks that makes for a compelling love story. Please tell me you're not one of those people who need to see characters argue and spar with each other (like EJ and Sami) before you can sense or see the chemistry between them. I swear it seems people like EJ and Sami only because they fight with each other. Will and Sonny have another type of relationship entirely, one built on closeness, friendship and mutual respect and not heated confrontations with each other. It is a different type of love story, to be sure, with Days probably doing what they think will offend the fewest number of people between those who love this story and those who hate it. |
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Post by bsgnut on Jul 23, 2012 22:58:30 GMT -5
I feel like people are reading into Chandler's words quite a bit. He never said he was against a romance between Will and Sonny just that he liked the idea of a friendship between two gay characters. The statement itself is kind of poorly worded and I'm not sure he meant the negative implications you guys are picking up. Maybe he preferred Will to have a romance with someone else and keep the Sonny relationship Platonic, but I don't think it's meant to be a diss on Freddie or WilSon fans.
As for Chandler's ability to pull off romantic scenes, I'm withholding my judgment until we actually see some. I don't think the scenes with Gabi or the Neil kiss were intended to be romantic so Chandler was not playing them that way.
We all know Anthony's opinion about the lack of "chemistry" but I attribute that more to horrible writing and directing than Chandler and Freddie's acting abilities. I think they showed chemistry during the "crotch lock" and "I'll make it up to you" scenes, so I think they can do it if given the chance.
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Post by anthonyl on Jul 23, 2012 23:02:43 GMT -5
I don't need to see Will and Sonny fighting to feel they don't have chemistry. What's funny is that I felt there was loads of chemistry in scenes between Chad and Sonny. Yes, they're just pals and Chad is straight, but those two clicked in their scenes in a way Will and Sonny never have and romance was not the intent of any of their scenes. It's like Will and EJ as well. Romance is not the intent, or even the goal, but the chemistry is there in spades. But romance is the intent for Will and Sonny and there's nothing there, at least for me.
Well, I can't think of a great soap romance that didn't have heated confrontations and fiery scenes, especially on this show, which is known for it's supercouples. I suspect they'll have a very sweet romance, with little conflict. It may not make for great television or great soap, but it seems to be what the fanbase wants, I guess.
I don't see anything negative or even wrong in what Chandler said. He was honest and said he preferred Will and Sonny as friends, but that he would play the romance to the best of his ability. Why that's bad, I don't understand.
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Post by HQ75 on Jul 23, 2012 23:33:42 GMT -5
I think it would be amazing if Sonny and Will were best friends who also had boyfriends and maybe down the line they fell in love and became a serious long term relationship instead of getting together now, then breaking up, then hating each other then either leaving the show or getting together again and breaking up again.
I'm not sure why Sonny and Will as boyfriends has to be the only viable storyline for these characters. I want them EACH to be in a romantic relationship with a compatible man, I'm just not sure it should be with each other.
I don't watch them just waiting for them to hook up, I watch them because I enjoy each character together and I enjoy them together.
If the only thing folks are waiting for is for them to get together, what will you do once they are together? Stop watching? If seems like folks are saying "I don't care about anything except Sonny and Will being a couple and kissing and stuff) and to me, that undermines the characters as individuals and reduces them to just barbie dolls or objects.
I've not been watching soap operas as long as many folks here. But I always look forward to storyline like this where Will and Sonny work together to solve a problem and support each other.
I feel like the next couple weeks with the explosion and every thing could bring a lot of depth and connection to Sonny and Will's relationship that could lay the ground work for a possible future romance but more importantly, solidify them as significant people in each others lives and important, potentially long term characters on the show.
The longer it takes them to get together (IF that ever happens) the more story they get to have.
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Post by vjay on Jul 23, 2012 23:44:12 GMT -5
I have to say I am a bit disappointed in Chandler's comments since he won an Emmy for playing a homosexual. Chandler got famous by playing a homosexual but he doesn't want his gay character to have a romance with a guy he has serious chemistry with. Something else is going on here.
I heard on another soap board that Chandler and Freddie are not exactly close friends. I am starting to wonder if Chandler and Freddie get along with each other. I don't mean to say Chandler and Freddie don't mind working together but they are not close pals like Chandler and Casey. Someone also mentioned on another soap board that Chandler and Freddie are not friends on twitter. I don't know if this is a big deal or not.
He's starting to sound like Danny Miller from the British soap Emmerdale he's taking the fans for granted. Aaron's gay romance on Emmerdale is probably the most unromantic gay male romance I have ever seen.
I think Aaron and Jackson hardly kissed and then of course Jackson ended up in a wheel chair and Aaron killed his boyfriend .
The audience doesn't want Sonny and Will to be just friends that's a copout. Days can't just have Sonny and Will come out and stop right there.
Days can't continue cock teasing the audience with just hugs, leg rubs, and that kind of shit. The audience wants to see a proper gay male romance not just a platonic relationship.
Will and Sonny both came out and if the straight characters get to have romance so should the gays.
The more I read about this Chandler guy the less I like him. By contrast, the more I read articles and watch interviews with Freddie Smith I can't help but root for the guy. Freddie seems really genuine and nice and Chandler seems to let the fame get to his head a bit.
Chandler is twenty one years old so he's kind of young I suppose.
But Chandler is also an actor and as an actor I think his statement is really lame and discouraging.
Chandler is starting to sound like the British actor Danny Miller on Emmerdale he also had a problem with a gay romance with his character Aaron. A lot of people complained that the Aaron gay romance was flat because Danny Miller wasn't totally committed to playing a homosexual.
Danny seemed very uncomfortable kissing another man on Emmerdale and his storyline lacked some veracity it wasn't powerful or passionate.
I am hoping that Chandler does not end up like Danny Miller and give his all to the gay romance.
People have speculated for months for the paucity of a gay romance from talking about Greg Meng but Chandler's comments are sad. Perhaps this is the reason fort he lack of a gay romance? Chandler doesn't seem fully committed to it while Freddie does. Freddie's already played a gay role before on 90210.
Why would Chandler have a problem with Sonny and Will being a couple? It is a total copout for Will and Sonny not to get together!
The audience wants to see a gay male romance and by just exploring Will's coming out process is not enough.
I get that Chandler is one of the young stars of Days but I noticed that Freddie Smith seems a bit more enthusiastic about the gay storyline than Chandler does.
Well if Chandler doesn't want Sonny and Will to be together I still hope the Days writers pair Freddie Smith's character with someone else.
So Chandler isn't interested in Sonny and Will becoming a gay couple well maybe that says a lot. Does anyone know if actors have an influence over storylines or not or do they have to do exactly what the script says?
If a gay romance doesn't happen before the end of the year Days is going to lose a lot of viewers.
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Post by jjose712 on Jul 24, 2012 4:20:44 GMT -5
It was only a comment about weird casting choices. It's not Chandler, it happens everyday. Jennifer Beals didn't know how to dance, the same with Diego Luna, and they were casted as dancers (in the case of Jennifer Beals is really strange cast a newbie who didn't suit the character at all, but it worked for her).
Chandler seems small, but there are smaller tennis players like Ferrer or even better Rochus
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Post by jjose712 on Jul 24, 2012 4:28:45 GMT -5
The rush? Come on, it's more than a year since Sonny was introduced. After all the coming out drama, and this who kill Stefano nonsense, it's time for a little romance.
And it's time to tell your suppose best friend (Chad) that you are gay
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Post by Difficult Diva on Jul 24, 2012 5:51:30 GMT -5
Wait a minute. Chad doesn't know that Will's gay? Oh, that's right. Will's been EJ's shadow for the past couple of months. How could Chad NOT have known about Will coming out, since Salem's such a huge city?!  Nobody would have accidentally tell him, believing that he would have known already. |
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. Anyway, the good thing is that Wilson will happen (yeah!), and that Chandler -of course- is going to play his part to the best of his ability 
