The O.C. almost looked very different!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
- 3/23/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The O.C. almost looked very different!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
- 2/17/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The O.C. almost looked very different!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
- 2/1/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
In the new book “Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History” from Rolling Stone’s chief TV critic Alan Sepinwall (via TooFab), Adam Brody admits that his behavior grew unprofessional in later seasons when he became unhappy with the material. Series creator Josh Schwartz said Brody’s waning interest to the show was not unique.
“By the time we got to Season 3, we were all burned out,” Schwartz said. “We’d made so many episodes so quickly, and I think it wasn’t a happy set for long stretches of it. Quite frankly, everybody was over it at that point. And I was one of those people who was over it at that point. It had been a great ride, but it had been a volatile ride.”
Julie Cooper actor Melinda Clarke recalled, “We were very aware in Season 3 of how disliked the scripts were, especially by the kids.
“By the time we got to Season 3, we were all burned out,” Schwartz said. “We’d made so many episodes so quickly, and I think it wasn’t a happy set for long stretches of it. Quite frankly, everybody was over it at that point. And I was one of those people who was over it at that point. It had been a great ride, but it had been a volatile ride.”
Julie Cooper actor Melinda Clarke recalled, “We were very aware in Season 3 of how disliked the scripts were, especially by the kids.
- 11/29/2023
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
The O.C. almost looked very different!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
Back in 2021, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
- 11/25/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The O.C. almost looked very different!
A few years ago, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
A few years ago, former The O.C. co-stars Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke, who played Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper respectively, launched their brand new podcast, Welcome to The O.C., Bitches.
On the podcast’s first episode, the ladies were joined by the show’s creator Josh Schwartz.
During their conversation, Josh talked about the show’s casting process, revealing that Ben McKenzie and Mischa Barton weren’t the top choices to play Ryan Atwood and Marissa Cooper, before sharing which other actors were also up for those parts.
Click through the slideshow to find out who was almost cast as Ryan and Marissa on The O.C.!
- 10/16/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Can it really be 20 years since “The O.C.” premiered on Fox? The young actors of the series, Benjamin McKenzie, Adam Brody, Mischa Barton and Rachel Bilson quickly became in-demand stars and the theme song “California” by Phantom Planet became a top ten hit in several countries while also reaching 35 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart.
The bagel-centric series also introduced us to “Chrismukkah” and showcased bands from The Killers to Modest Mouse.
Several members of the cast went on to lead their own series and films and others have popped up on hit shows from “How I Met Your Mother” to “Grey’s Anatomy.” Here’s what they’ve been up to since “The O.C.” signed off in February 2007.
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Benjamin McKenzie, who played O.C. newbie Ryan Atwood, went on to star as an LA cop on TNT’s “Southland” and as James Gordon on Fox’s Batman prequel series “Gotham.
The bagel-centric series also introduced us to “Chrismukkah” and showcased bands from The Killers to Modest Mouse.
Several members of the cast went on to lead their own series and films and others have popped up on hit shows from “How I Met Your Mother” to “Grey’s Anatomy.” Here’s what they’ve been up to since “The O.C.” signed off in February 2007.
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Benjamin McKenzie, who played O.C. newbie Ryan Atwood, went on to star as an LA cop on TNT’s “Southland” and as James Gordon on Fox’s Batman prequel series “Gotham.
- 8/5/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Melinda Clarke has made a career out of playing strong, capable, and determined women on television, bringing to life icons like The Oc's Julie Cooper, CSI's Lady Heather, and even a fictionalized version of herself, Melinda, on Entourage.
Guest starring on Fantasy Island Season 2 Episode 7 as Island guest Amber, she portrays a seemingly more typical wife and mother whose only wish is for her family to be happy.
But the Island has a way of digging deeper, and TV Fanatic had the opportunity to do a little digging, too, speaking with Clarke about the role and how the story is one so many people can identify with.
Connecting with us from her home via Zoom, Clarke acknowledges that she is often cast as memorable characters with extraordinary powers and abilities.
"I always think it was interesting some of the roles that I got that were either sci-fi or fantasy or…...
Guest starring on Fantasy Island Season 2 Episode 7 as Island guest Amber, she portrays a seemingly more typical wife and mother whose only wish is for her family to be happy.
But the Island has a way of digging deeper, and TV Fanatic had the opportunity to do a little digging, too, speaking with Clarke about the role and how the story is one so many people can identify with.
Connecting with us from her home via Zoom, Clarke acknowledges that she is often cast as memorable characters with extraordinary powers and abilities.
"I always think it was interesting some of the roles that I got that were either sci-fi or fantasy or…...
- 2/20/2023
- by Diana Keng
- TVfanatic
The new Fantasy Island has done an impressive job at capturing the frothy escapist adventure of the original and has proven it has the comedic chops to wring a light-hearted guffaw out of the most world-weary viewer.
But there's also been some dark moments. When Melinda Clarke's Amber brings her family to the Island next week on Fantasy Island Season 2 Episode 7, she wishes them into a forced happiness that hides a sinister heart.
Check out this exclusive clip of the family settling into their holiday accommodations!
"Amber's fantasy is to have her actual life be as perfect as her Instagram life.
But when Amber's family transforms into the perfect Insta-versions of themselves, she soon realizes something about all this perfection is very wrong."
Melinda Clarke, best known for powerfully cunning characters like The O.C.'s Julie Cooper and C.S.I.'s Lady Heather, seems sincerely devoted to her family here,...
But there's also been some dark moments. When Melinda Clarke's Amber brings her family to the Island next week on Fantasy Island Season 2 Episode 7, she wishes them into a forced happiness that hides a sinister heart.
Check out this exclusive clip of the family settling into their holiday accommodations!
"Amber's fantasy is to have her actual life be as perfect as her Instagram life.
But when Amber's family transforms into the perfect Insta-versions of themselves, she soon realizes something about all this perfection is very wrong."
Melinda Clarke, best known for powerfully cunning characters like The O.C.'s Julie Cooper and C.S.I.'s Lady Heather, seems sincerely devoted to her family here,...
- 2/17/2023
- by Diana Keng
- TVfanatic
We interviewed this celebrity because we think you'll like their picks. E! has affiliate relationships, so we may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Items are sold by the retailer, not E!. In honor of Mother's Day, we caught up with Melinda Clarke, who portrayed one of the most iconic TV moms of all time, the one and only Julie Cooper from The Oc. Julie was far from a traditional TV mother, but she provided some of the most-talked-about moments on the show. From having an affair with her daughter's teenage ex-boyfriend to trying to frame Ryan Atwood for shooting his brother Trey and almost poisoning Caleb Nichol before he died from a heart attack, Julie always kept...
- 5/5/2021
- E! Online
The sun may have set on The Oc almost 15 years ago, but there's been a thirst for more ever since the series went off the air after four seasons.
Now, two of the stars are speaking out about a potential return to the show.
As previously reported, Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are spearheading a podcast titled "Welcome to The Oc, Bitches," and have revealed they are open to the idea of returning to their roles in a revival.
The pair recently interviewed one another for Entertainment Tonight to promote the podcast, and it was a delight.
"I know we talked about definitely getting together personally, as a reunion ... all of us getting together," Bilson said.
"I think we have spoken to some already, everyone's on board for that."
"But a reboot would be awesome," she continued.
"I think that's in the hands of [creators and executive producers] Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage. There's still a ways to go,...
Now, two of the stars are speaking out about a potential return to the show.
As previously reported, Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are spearheading a podcast titled "Welcome to The Oc, Bitches," and have revealed they are open to the idea of returning to their roles in a revival.
The pair recently interviewed one another for Entertainment Tonight to promote the podcast, and it was a delight.
"I know we talked about definitely getting together personally, as a reunion ... all of us getting together," Bilson said.
"I think we have spoken to some already, everyone's on board for that."
"But a reboot would be awesome," she continued.
"I think that's in the hands of [creators and executive producers] Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage. There's still a ways to go,...
- 4/27/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
California, here we come - on this week's episode of Not Over It, we're going back to The Oc with two of the stars from the show that became a phenomenon. Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke (aka Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper) join us to revisit some of the show's most iconic episodes (the fashion! the drama! the Spider-Man kiss!), the pop culture moments they're personally not over, and what we can expect from their new podcast, Welcome to the Oc, Bitches.
- 4/27/2021
- by Becky Kirsch
- Popsugar.com
Summer Roberts and Julie Cooper are back in Orange County as Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke will revisit the popular Fox teen Drama for Welcome To The Oc, Bitches!, a podcast from Kast Media.
Kast media partenred with The O.C. actresses to launch the podcast, where they will break down an episode of the teen drama every week. Set to release on April 27, Welcome To The Oc, Bitches! will consist of more than 100 episodes and feature a variety of guests – from former cast members like Peter Gallagher, to series creator Josh Schwartz, to sociologists who will explain how the Fox drama’s lasting impact.
“I’m so excited to be doing this podcast with Mindy. I think everyone could use a little light and laughter after the year we have endured. Going back and watching all of these episodes has been so fun and I can’t wait to talk about it all,...
Kast media partenred with The O.C. actresses to launch the podcast, where they will break down an episode of the teen drama every week. Set to release on April 27, Welcome To The Oc, Bitches! will consist of more than 100 episodes and feature a variety of guests – from former cast members like Peter Gallagher, to series creator Josh Schwartz, to sociologists who will explain how the Fox drama’s lasting impact.
“I’m so excited to be doing this podcast with Mindy. I think everyone could use a little light and laughter after the year we have endured. Going back and watching all of these episodes has been so fun and I can’t wait to talk about it all,...
- 3/25/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Stars in The House continuestonight 8pm with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time', Glenn Scarpelli Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time', Mindy Cohn Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life' and Jill Whelan Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat'.
- 5/1/2020
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Stars in The House continuestonight 8pm with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time', Glenn Scarpelli Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time', Mindy Cohn Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life' and Jill Whelan Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat'.
- 4/30/2020
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Stars in The House continues today 2pm with Elaine Brier, Christian Hebel, Brenock O'Connor Sing Street and Miss Richfield 1981 and tonight 8pm with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time', Glenn Scarpelli Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time', Mindy Cohn Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life' and Jill Whelan Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat'.
- 4/30/2020
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Stars in The House continues today 2pm with Elaine Brier, Christian Hebel, Brenock O'Connor Sing Street and Miss Richfield 1981 and tonight 8pm with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time', Glenn Scarpelli Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time', Mindy Cohn Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life' and Jill Whelan Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat'.
- 4/30/2020
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
The Facts of Life‘s Mindy Cohn, The Love Boat‘s Jill Whelan and, from the original One Day At A Time, Mackenzie Phillips and Glenn Scarpelli will visit Stars In The House this Thursday, the latest guests to join the online livestream series benefiting The Actors Fund’s Covid-19 efforts.
“Seth and I grew up obsessed with these child stars and their iconic TV classics – One Day at a Time, The Facts of Life, and The Love Boat,” said James Wesley, who cohosts the series with Seth Rudetsky. “We know so many other people watched these shows when they were first on…and there is a whole new generation who watches them now. ‘Comfort TV’ brings such happiness and that’s a feeling we need now more than ever.”
The special “Throwback Thursday” episode airs Thursday, April 30, 8 p.m. Et on the Stars In The House YouTube channel and on starsinthehouse.
“Seth and I grew up obsessed with these child stars and their iconic TV classics – One Day at a Time, The Facts of Life, and The Love Boat,” said James Wesley, who cohosts the series with Seth Rudetsky. “We know so many other people watched these shows when they were first on…and there is a whole new generation who watches them now. ‘Comfort TV’ brings such happiness and that’s a feeling we need now more than ever.”
The special “Throwback Thursday” episode airs Thursday, April 30, 8 p.m. Et on the Stars In The House YouTube channel and on starsinthehouse.
- 4/28/2020
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
NBCUniversal has lined up a new show in the “Access Hollywood” franchise, the half-hour news program “All Access,” to debut next month.
Hosted by “Access Hollywood” hosts Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, Scott Evans and correspondent Sibley Scoles, “All Access” will take an in-depth look into the national headlines to uncover the extraordinary real-life drama occurring in everyday places and exploring compelling true crime and uplifting human interest stories.
The show will air on six NBC-owned stations: New York (Wnbc), Los Angeles (Knbc), Philadelphia (Wcau), San Francisco Bay Area (Kntv), Miami (Wtvj) and Hartford (Wvit).
Also Read: Mario Lopez Joins 'Access Hollywood' and 'Access Daily' as Host
“With the rapidly evolving entertainment news cycle, we strive to bring our viewers the most up-to-date headlines and going live will achieve that,” Maureen FitzPatrick, senior executive producer of all three shows, said in a statement. “We will be able to advance the...
Hosted by “Access Hollywood” hosts Mario Lopez, Kit Hoover, Scott Evans and correspondent Sibley Scoles, “All Access” will take an in-depth look into the national headlines to uncover the extraordinary real-life drama occurring in everyday places and exploring compelling true crime and uplifting human interest stories.
The show will air on six NBC-owned stations: New York (Wnbc), Los Angeles (Knbc), Philadelphia (Wcau), San Francisco Bay Area (Kntv), Miami (Wtvj) and Hartford (Wvit).
Also Read: Mario Lopez Joins 'Access Hollywood' and 'Access Daily' as Host
“With the rapidly evolving entertainment news cycle, we strive to bring our viewers the most up-to-date headlines and going live will achieve that,” Maureen FitzPatrick, senior executive producer of all three shows, said in a statement. “We will be able to advance the...
- 8/22/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Sadly, our parents don't always approve of the people we choose to be with.
For the most part, it's just because they want the best for their kids, but other times they let their own prejudice cloud their judgment.
Related: 13 Romances Ruined By Age
We created a slideshow below of 21 TV couples who were threatened by a parent's disapproval.
1. Fallon and Culhane - Dynasty There's a history of bad blood between Culhane and Blake Carrington. Unfortunately, this put a damper on Fallon and Culhane's relationship. 2. Carol and Susan - Friends Carol's parents were not happy about her marrying a woman. Their refusal to come to the wedding almost made Carol call it off altogether, but she realized that she was getting married because she loved Susan and not to gain her parents' approval. 3. Ryan and Marissa - The O.C. Ryan and Marissa's case is an extreme example of parental disapproval.
For the most part, it's just because they want the best for their kids, but other times they let their own prejudice cloud their judgment.
Related: 13 Romances Ruined By Age
We created a slideshow below of 21 TV couples who were threatened by a parent's disapproval.
1. Fallon and Culhane - Dynasty There's a history of bad blood between Culhane and Blake Carrington. Unfortunately, this put a damper on Fallon and Culhane's relationship. 2. Carol and Susan - Friends Carol's parents were not happy about her marrying a woman. Their refusal to come to the wedding almost made Carol call it off altogether, but she realized that she was getting married because she loved Susan and not to gain her parents' approval. 3. Ryan and Marissa - The O.C. Ryan and Marissa's case is an extreme example of parental disapproval.
- 7/6/2019
- by Rachel Foertsch
- TVfanatic
Image Source: Netflix
Litchfield Og Barb Denning should look very familiar - no matter what generation you're a part of. Mackenzie Phillips, who plays Orange Is the New Black's latest jailbird to rock the cage in Max, has been on the scene since her debut role as Carol in 1973's American Graffiti. She was only 12 when she landed the part and hasn't stopped acting since.
Phillips has an extensive résumé. After her breakout film role, she appeared in guest capacities on shows like The Love Boat and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Her most iconic role, however, came when she landed the part of Julie Cooper on One Day at a Time in 1975, a part she held until 1983. She later went on to appear as a different character in the Netflix reboot of One Day at a Time, which premiered in 2017.
Image Source: Everett Collection
Sound like shows only your parents watched?...
Litchfield Og Barb Denning should look very familiar - no matter what generation you're a part of. Mackenzie Phillips, who plays Orange Is the New Black's latest jailbird to rock the cage in Max, has been on the scene since her debut role as Carol in 1973's American Graffiti. She was only 12 when she landed the part and hasn't stopped acting since.
Phillips has an extensive résumé. After her breakout film role, she appeared in guest capacities on shows like The Love Boat and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Her most iconic role, however, came when she landed the part of Julie Cooper on One Day at a Time in 1975, a part she held until 1983. She later went on to appear as a different character in the Netflix reboot of One Day at a Time, which premiered in 2017.
Image Source: Everett Collection
Sound like shows only your parents watched?...
- 8/10/2018
- by Zack Peter
- Popsugar.com
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