Michael Park Online

Michael Park: Hi all!

Michael Park: We'll get started in a bit. Just getting familiar with the site.

Michael Park: Wow.. I'm that tech savvy so you'll all have to be patient with me. It's great to be here, and thanks for letting me into your living rooms every week!

[Comment From blackcat: ] blackcat is in the house

Michael Park: Lets hope you're about good luck black cat... the daytime community has had enough of the bad.....tehee

[Comment From shelley g: ] What do you find most interesting on playing this character compared to playing Jack?

Michael Park: Well for one Jack tends to be a little more controlling of all situations in his life.... or so he thinks. It seems Richard is a bit out of control at the moment.

[Comment From Sam Duffy: ] Hey Michael, on your off-time do you and the other guys from ATWT get together for basketball or other sports? If so, who usually dominates?

Michael Park: Funny... i think Mick hazen is the victor more times than I'd like to admit

[Comment From Genevieve: ] Have you seen all the hype all over Facebook and different soaps website about saving ATWT?

Michael Park: I'll believe it when I see it. I love the show and would follow it anywhere, but I'd hate for the fans to get their hearts broken again.

[Comment From 24: ] Richard seems kinda to himself, is he a lil shy?

Michael Park: Richard has a past and like any GOOD soap that past will show it's self eventually. Shy? He's the manager of a hedge fund... those guuys aren't shy

[Comment From Mary Jo: ] Michael, you are way overdue for a daytime emmy!!!!!!!!

Michael Park: Mary Jo have I told you how much I love you???????

[Comment From Lynn: ] how does it feel to finally have a storyline with Martha as opposed to passing in the Snyder kitchen? LOL

Michael Park: Love it. Marty is a GREAT friend and such a talented and tenacious woman. I have learned so much from her and look forward to pretending with her as much as I can!!

[Comment From Gail: ] You are a true favorite of mine and I so appreciate your talents. Are you planning any more Broadway appearances?

Michael Park: Funny you should ask. Yeah I've been out on auditions lately and have had some good responses. I'm looking forward to the exciting time ahead!

[Comment From Cheryl G.: ] Who was your idol growing up?

Michael Park: Oddly enough it was Randy Mantooth in Emergency!!!!!! He was the coolest guy ever to me. It was incredible to turn around in my dressing room one day and see him standing there as "Hal."

[Comment From CarJackFan: ] Hi Michael! Thanks for doing this! Now that you are doing work on a web soap, do you think a scaled down version of ATWT could work on the web or is it better to really start fresh in story with maybe some of the same actors but different characters and story.

[Comment From Lynn: ] You have a beautiful voice, so I hope we hear you singing on Gotham in the near future.

Michael Park: That is such a crazy concept to me because of what ATWT means to all of you. I don't think it would work... #1 because the studios are way to expensive to cover the cost of the studios and 2 because web series don't pay nearly the salary that most daytimers are used to to make it worth the effort.

GothamTech: Lynn, you'll hear it tonight.

Michael Park: I will be singing soon. Not to worry

Michael Park: AHHHHH The Cavalry!

[Comment From Jezzikah: ] seems my comments are not getting through

Michael Park: They are...I'm just slow

[Comment From Ann Lydia: ] Do you shoot on location in NYC? U must be tired of going to Brooklyn!

Michael Park: Love Bkyn, but yes we shoot on local in NYC, Hoboken, Mahwah...and some parts of yes Brooklyn

[Comment From sandcastle: ] Is there any chance of Maura West joining the cast of Gotham for an episode?

Michael Park: I'd love that... I'll ask.

[Comment From save_atwt: ] I read that you are (like me) a big James Taylor fan. Is this true?

Michael Park: OMG yes!! Can't wait for him to get to NYC! We go every year just about.

[Comment From Jezzikah: ] What's it like acting in scenes with Grayson McCouch?

Michael Park: Cooch is a blast! You never know where he's going to go, but man is it a fun ride. Great actor.

[Comment From Grande E: ] Is it true that you have an xbox in your dressing room at As the World Turns?

Michael Park: You know it!!

[Comment From shelley g: ] What appealed to you most when you were approached to be involved in this endeavor?

Michael Park: Working with Martha of course. It's also a vacation from Jack!

[Comment From Lynn: ] Hey Michael, I've watched you as Jack since day one, but am really liking you as Richard. Is it hard to shed the role of Jack for this new role?

Michael Park: Thank you.. not really. I like to think the two are so different that they feed each other in a way.

[Comment From Mary Jo: ] Michael, you have to tell us (we won't repeat it! LOL!) Are Jack and Carly getting back together??? What can you tell your faithful CarJack fans????? We love you to pieces!!!!!!

Michael Park: I can only say this... I absolutely love working with Maura and we have a trust and ease that I like to think is rare. Thank you all for the support over the last decade!

[Comment From Cheryl G.: ] Hey is Gotham Tech Martha or someone else?

[Comment From Ann Lydia Ann Lydia: ] Did you ever have your kitchen redone? You came to see a neighbor's when we lived in condos in Nanuet. She was a big fan and thrilled you gave her an autographed photo!

GothamTech: Someone else.

Michael Park: That was me

[Comment From mary: ] I enjoy the new idea of web soaps. I just wish they were longer.

Michael Park: the concept was originally to see what the interest would be. They'll get longer.

[Comment From cynthia: ] I love the relationship between you and Martha. The chemistry is palpable!

Michael Park: Yeah, Me too... But when the time comes....maybe... it'll be like kissing my sister. We have laughed about it.

[Comment From Genevieve: ] Do you have any say on your storyline?

Michael Park: ATWT ......obviously NO. Gotham.... Lisa and martha are so good I don't need to put my two cents in. They have my back!

[Comment From LEVERAGEd: ] You always seem to have so much energy! How do you do it?

Michael Park: Red Bull

[Comment From save_atwt: ] True--both you and Trent Dawson are the best and most likeable actors in daytime. I really do hope you two get your emmys next year.

Michael Park: I love that guy... how versatile is he?!?

[Comment From TURBO: ] would you like to see martha come back to ATWT before it ends?

Michael Park: That's a sticky question on a lot of levels.... of course I would but in what capacity? As Rose?

[Comment From Kirsten: ] Michael, who gets to take home the Hubbard Squash at the end of ATWT ????

Michael Park: HaHa... That's a great tradition though right?

[Comment From juice jones: ] Can we expect to hear Jack croon again this yeaR

Michael Park: Nope

[Comment From Dusty: ] I come from a very small town and have high hopes of working behind the scenes one day. Any advice for someone who wants to work in the business, but behind camera instead of in-front?

Michael Park: Go to school for it and take every job that comes your way. Experience is the best thing!

[Comment From Lynn: ] Give us a hint to the 'history' of Richard & Catherine

[Comment From cherylan: ] Michael, What is your greatest wish for the character of Jack at the conclusion of ATWT?

GothamTech: Lynn, you'll get a bit of that tonight.

Michael Park: Hint: High school flirts and a hot connection once upon a time.

Michael Park: That Nancy professes her love for him .

[Comment From Jayson: ] What made you decide to undertake starring in a burgeoning new medium (ala, a web soap)?

Michael Park: Martha asked me... that's usually all it takes. She knows her stuff and has a plan. I don't think I've ever said "no" to Marty. I's close to impossible...

[Comment From Mary Jo Mary Jo: ] Speaking of Broadway, my daughter (age 14) lives and breathes theatre. She just got a part in her 1st High School Play, Little Shop of Horrors. Would love to see you on Broadway!!!!!!!!!!

Michael Park: From your mouth to God's ears!

[Comment From Lesley: ] After all of these years, what is your favorite Jack storyline?

Michael Park: Teagues cabin where Carly and Jack realized their love for eachother.

[Comment From Christina E: ] I never watched soaps in the past but this year my roomate has gotten me additced to ATWT and completely changed my mind on soaps! She is a huge fan of Jack. Thank you for providing joy to my stressful college life everyday!

Michael Park: KEEP IT UP!!!!! we need you. I don't mean to beg, but PLEASE!!!!

[Comment From Dusty: ] What are your thoughts about CarJack's slow climb back to the top? Some wonderful dialogue has been written; and it's apparent you and Maura are pouring your hearts into this story.

Michael Park: Thank you. I love it, and it's a pleasure to work with Maura where jack isn't in carly's face every minute, so yeah it's a break from the past three years. refreshing to say the least.

[Comment From gmatt908: ] It appears you do not use Facebook or Twitter. Is that true? And if so, why not? You have countless fans that would love to get to know you!!

Michael Park: yes I've got an addictive personality so if I"d like to stay married and have a good relationship with my children I MUST stay away.

Michael Park: I was on for like 3 Mo. and had to quit... It was running my life. Teehee

[Comment From shallotpeel: ] Do you wish you'd ever had a role where you could've had an alter ego who was a rock singer with leather pants & all?

Michael Park: I'm living that dream Shollot!!!!

Michael Park: Shallot... sorry

(Comment From Genevieve: ] In real life...are you more like Jack or Richard?? !!!

Michael Park: Niether... I would like to have someone write my life's dialogue however.. that would be cool.

Michael Park: Neither... I mean. I'm a terr. speller people.

[Comment From Mary Jo: ] C'mon Michael, give!!! Must know about Jack and Carly!! We CarJackers have been patient long enough!!!!! And quit telling Janet you'll be there for her! LOL! We are pulling out our hair! LOL! You can be there for Liberty!, but dump Janet! She'll be OK, she has Dusty!

Michael Park: I'm surprised I still have hair left.....

[Comment From Sam Duffy: ] What are your Super Bowl predictions?

Michael Park: I've got to go with the big N.O.!!!!!!!!

[Comment From Nikki: ] If you had decided not to become an actor what kind of job would you had picked to do?

Michael Park: I'd be working for one of my family's company's. I'm very tight with my fam, and have a lot of diverse, talented relatives. Carpenters, teachers, engineers, you name it.

[Comment From jackjanetfan: ] As the World Turns question - What's it like working with Julie Pinson and what has been your favorite Jack and Janet scene?

Michael Park: I love Julie! She's a pro and is always present! The story is always best at the beginning in MHO, so I'd have to say the initial connection they had was the best written stuff we saw. When Maura got back we had some great stuff to.

[Comment From Kirsten: ] My neice was a former student of Livingston Taylor at Berklee and James Taylor came into class and did a concert for them, she called me right away so i could enjoy him too...

Michael Park: My wife was Livingston's escort at Nazareth College when he visited. We had a great time! What a family huh?

[Comment From juice jones: ] Have u ever been on A party bus

Michael Park: NEVER........ ummmmm Sit down Sergio!!!!

[Comment From LEVERAGEd: ] Would you like to do a twin role, like Martha did so excellently on ATWT?

Michael Park: I leave that to the Emmy winners!! lol

[Comment From Dusty: ] What's been your most emotionally challenging scene during all of your time on ATWT? And what's been your most fun scene?

Michael Park: Emotional was The break up... and Brad's death. Jack's not the funny guy, so I can't recall. Probably the time "Hunt's Craig" and Jack went on that mission together...

[Comment From shallotpeel: ] MP, it has been such a blast of cold fresh air, the good kind, to see you in this role!

Michael Park: Thank you

[Comment From yabba: ] how many episodes did you shoot so far?

Michael Park: 16 I think.... next week we shoot 4 more.

Michael Park: no 12 sorry

[Comment From boodsm: ] i Michael- I'm a big fan of yours :) I'm curious-who on ATWT would you like to act with that you've never been given the opportunity to? CarJack all the way dude-may ATWT keep on "Turning" for many years to come! :)

Michael Park: I'v had the pleasure of working with just about everyone, but if I had to pick , I'd say Holden and Jack have not had nearly the close knit relationship they once had.

[Comment From Julie: ] Hi Michael, Love your work as an actor. Do you have any interest working on the other side of the camera?

Michael Park: I'd love to direct one of these web Epi's I think I'll tell Martha that's how she can pay next time... by letting me direct. lol

Comment From Nikki: ] Hi Micheal, Are you planning on attending this years ATWT fan luncheon in April?

Michael Park: Will be there and hosting!

GothamTech: It's 8:13. Gotham episode is live. Michael, I know you have a lot to do this evening so we appreciate that you have gone past 8pm. If you need to run, we understand. We'll definitely save the questions unanswered and try to get those answered at some point.

Michael Park: I can keep it up for a bit more if you don't mind.

[Comment From Sam Duffy: ] After ATWT finishes up, will you be open to another network soap?

GothamTech: Absolutely. As long as you can.

Michael Park: Interesting. i think I'd take a break for a bit... not too long mind you, but one needs to recharge. I've been the same character for so long. I also love theater so much that I'd like to play a little first.

[Comment From cherylan: ] Mary Jo speaks for so many of us Carjack fans. SO enjoy you and Maura...watch your you tube clips all the time...I'll need a detox program for Carjack withdrawel. I really hope you know how many die hard fans you have...Thank you so much for entertaining me...from day one.

Michael Park: YVW. With any luck we'll continue to do so!

[Comment From yabba: ] I thought you and martha would chat together tonight

Michael Park: She is speaking at the Friars Club tonight!

Michael Park: You'ld think she'd take a night off....yeesh

[Comment From Chelsea: ] Will you still be staying in NY after June??

Michael Park: Absolutely! My family is here.

[Comment From Dusty: ] You were once paired with the uber-talented Annie Parisse. How did it feel to watch her gain primetime success? And do you still keep in touch with her?

Michael Park: I keep in touch through our make-up department... Eldo keeps tabs on all the vets for us. So many talented people have left ATWT and have made it in primetime, and I'm so proud of that. We have had some wonderful actors come and go!

[Comment From save_atwt: ] You know what I miss? When Hunt Block would say Jaaaaaaack!

Michael Park: Yeah me too!

GothamTech: Annie is starring in a new off-Broadway play, Clybourne Park, that just started previews and will open Feb. 21 at the Mainstage Theater in NYC.

Michael Park: Keep your eye's out... I may be as well!

[Comment From Lynn: ] We love chatting with Marty on Twitter, any chance you will join us there one day?

Michael Park: Too addicting for me.

[Comment From Bev: ] You are my favorite on ATWT. I've been watching most of my life. What is your plan if ATWT doesn't get picked up?

Michael Park: Plenty to do Bev and not enough time to do it! NY is chuck full of opportunities. That and my bars/rest. have done well. fingers crossed

[Comment From Dulcedoux: ] Thanks again for coming down to NOLA in April of last year! Soaps have such a close relationship with their fans already, but it was awesome to have y'all come visit. PS--I agree with the others--you are way, way overdue for that Emmy!

Michael Park: Geaux Tigers... is that right? lol

[Comment From save_atwt: ] Trent Dawson really is versatile. Perhaps-you two could do Broadway musical together,. I think he sings a little

Michael Park: I'd love that. Yes he does

[Comment From KelfromSC: ] any chance jack and carly and family will move to Genoa City?

Michael Park: Hahahaha well many moons would have to align for that happen, but who knows?

[Comment From CarJackFan: ] I echo the sentiment you deserve an emmy! Does working on Gotham increase your interest in the production end of the business or do you prefer leaving that to people you trust and focusing on the acting?

Michael Park: Well yes it does. martha and I have talked about it....and laughed about it. We all have ideas and many of us are looking for a place to nurture them. I feel with Martha I have an open safe venue to do that.

[Comment From Gina: ] I know you are of Italian decent. From what part of Italy is your family from?

Michael Park: Gramps is from Calabrese and My Gramma is Napolitan. I hope I didn't butcher that spelling too......yeesh.

[Comment From Domonique: ] Michael how is it working with Allie and Mick?

Michael Park: I adore them. Those two are so smart and funny on so many levels it would blow your minds. Mick and I have a special relationship that borders on family. No matter where this show goes or where we end up as actors, or whatever the good Lord has in mind for us, I know Mick will be in my family's life. I'll probaby caddie for him in the U.S. Open some day....teehee

[Comment From Dusty: ] Kathleen Widdoes has been around ATWT a while. What's your off-screen relationship with her like? I would assume she's like your on-set mom. And how is she taking the cancellation news?

Michael Park: I love her. She's a light and a force that everyone should have the pleasure to meet. I look froward to that hug every time I see her!

[Comment From jackjanetfan: ] Can you please stay longer for this chat, Michael? I don't think a lot of the questions are getting through

Michael Park: I'm here.

[Comment From Ann Lydia: ] All Michael's I know are very dynamic... do you think your name has anything to do with your success as an actor?

Michael Park: Hahaaaaaa well I don't know. My mother would say yes however.

[Comment From Dusty: ] When you first started working with Maura, did either of you think you would soon become one of the highly notable "supercouples" of daytime?

Michael Park: No... what is a super couple anyway? If you are on that list tptb do their best to keep you apart to mess with the fans...haha. It's great!

[Comment From shelley g: ] Are there any plans to bring back any other synder family members before the show ends??

Michael Park: Don't know really.

[Comment From shallotpeel: ] MP, is this your virgin chat? And, thanks for staying!

Michael Park: YES... can you tell???? Am I horrible? lol

[Comment From Cheryl G.: ] I know it's been a long time but was it a sad day on the set when you all heard about Benjamin Hendrickson? I love him as Hal!!!

Michael Park: Ban was one of my closest friends. I think about him everyday and I think he's a real jerk for leaving me all alone in the police station to fuddle up every investigation that comes across my deck. In all seriousness, We lost a wonderful friend that day and we've been trying to fill those shoe ever since.

[Comment From save_atwt: ] What's the deal with this Stenbeck fountain of youth nose/bleed story line? I am not getting it at all. I think Jack better go arrest that guy or somthing--LOL

Michael Park: I don't have time to read other sty at this time.... we shoot about 16 scenes a day. I have enough on my plate. Listen, I now for a fact that Tommy can handle anything, so I'm sure the acting is incredible!!!

[Comment From sandcastle: ] Is there any chance we'll be seeing JJ return any time soon. I'd hate to see the show end with him still away at school.

Michael Park: JJ is skiing in the Alps....nuff said.

[Comment From Chelsea: ] its about time my comment got through... I really hate my computer!

Michael Park: It DID!!!

[Comment From save_atwt: ] Just set a schedule--go on twitter once a week for an hour or so

Michael Park: Yeah.... would you say that to any other addict? just one drink a week... no really you can do it! lol

[Comment From Genevieve: ] which actor/actress makes you laugh the most on ATWT? Trent D. and Austin Peck seem very funny!

Michael Park: Scott Holmes is one of the funniest people I know. When Martha was there hands down... Also Mr. Hastings is hysterical!

[Comment From sandcastle: ] When Sage sang Never Surrender a few weeks ago, was that really her singing? I thought it was, but there has been some debate. I love the actress who plays Sage. She had me on the brink of tears that day.

Michael Park: It was her voice! What a talent

[Comment From Mary Jo: ] Michael, did you ever see the clip on Youtube, where you are singing LA VIDA LOCA, or something from Ricky Martin? (for Martha's St. Jude benefit) It's so good! But, those pants!!! LOL!

Michael Park: I'll get Martha for that!!!!

[Comment From Mary Jo: ] Park is Italiano??? LOL!

Michael Park: No Korean!

[Comment From Ann Lydia: ] With all you do, I would think a 24 hour day isn't long enough! What do you do on your time off?

Michael Park: I love to sleep!

[Comment From save_atwt: ] What is it like working wth liz Hubbard--She is so fun to watch. I wish we would see more of Kathleen and Liz and some of the other long time vets

Michael Park: Again, you have to listen and hang on for the ride, because Liz is an amazing actor that is always in the moment!

[Comment From KelfromSC: ] my husband doesn't believe this is the real Michael "Jack/richard" park on this chat. Can you please prove it to him?

Michael Park: Ummmm how? I have 3 kids hail form Canandaigua, NY 14424( you can't make that up)

[Comment From CarJackFan: ] You've been terrific and I hope you'll chat with us again! We love it!

Michael Park: Got to go folks. I'm sorry I didn't get to 1/2 the questions but I promise I'll take a spelling and typing course and get back to it!!!!

Much Love, Michael