Supernatural Convention: Jared Speaks!
All right, folks, we’re here with part one of the main event. Jared was funny, gracious, adorable, snarky and everything else you’d expect. He seemed shocked by the size of the crowd – and by how much fun he was having! Here are some highlights:
- One of the first fans started off by saying she had a question, then said she know there had been a lot of stories about his dog. “That’s not a question, that’s a statement! I told you, my mom’s an English teacher…”
- He did share one dog story – the guys and some friends were watching a football game that went late, and Jared got a picture of Jensen snoring away with his dogs shoving their noses into his face – “their big dog lips pressed against him. My three dogs!” he said, then specified – “That’s D-A-W-Gs, ok? Don’t tell Jensen!”
- Jared rejected flight as a superpower – “We can already do that in planes!” Instead, he’d be Aquaman – “without the orange scales and green tights.”
- He jumped off stage to hug someone, then stumbled getting back on stage. “Isn’t it obvious I have a stunt double – I’m winded and injured.”
- Someone asked about what it was like working with the Olsen Twins. He initially tried to deny it, but then said they were some of the most businesslike people he’d ever met. Thanks for coming, the fan said. “Yeah, and thanks for bringing THAT up,” he replied.
- Jared got asked about his “hand of ipecac” (the ability to make possessed people spew up demons, after a syrup that induces vomiting). He was incredulous. The next fan started her question “Now that we know Sam is a necrophiliac…” “A feisty crowd shows up here in Chicago!” he said, somewhat incredulous.
- Someone asked if Sam really had a thing for the bearded lady back in Everyone Loves a Clown. “No, that was Jensen, in real life. Sam just likes dead chicks.”
- Not laughing can be a real problem during shooting, especially in episodes like Yellow Fever. As funny as Dean’s cat scream was, he said, there were other shots where he did it better – “but they couldn’t use it because I’m just losing it.”
- A fan asked if he cringed when he saw Sera Gamble’s name on a script. “Yes,” he replied, “because it usually means I’m getting naked, crying, or getting naked AND crying.”
- He was inspired to get into acting when a girl he had a crush on in school was all about Jonathan Taylor Thomas on Home Improvement. :I had a vendetta against him,” he said. Then he showed up at an audition where JTT was also reading, and celebrated that he was taller. Come on, Jared – you’re taller than EVERYONE!
- What’s one of the things on his life list – things he wants to do before he dies? “Turn 100,” he deadpanned.
- He’s really glad Sam isn’t getting strangled as much on the show this season, if only because gasping for air and wheezing when he’s recording additional dialog makes him light-headed.
Comments
I was the girl who jared jumped offf the stage and hugged. and im still giddy about it, and ready to go back again this yearrr:))
that hug was amazing.
made my dayy:)
Posted by: Alexa | October 28, 2009 11:00 AM
Yeah, I agree that 'question' boggles the mind - the person asking was either 'ignorant' or being a smart-aleck - either way it was pretty idiotic!
Both actors were very professional and very civil! Thanks for these updates:)
Posted by: teeveesnhot | December 16, 2008 9:27 AM
Hey everyone oh and hi Robin! (loved your t-shirt btw as much as Jared did! lol) So yeah some of the questions weren't really appropiate, however Jared did it really great job to answer it with his perfect ability and charm. And for once I can't agree more: Sam is not a necrophiliac!!
We need to appreciate how good they are to us fans!
Thank you for the great Convention and see you next year!
Posted by: Anonymous | December 16, 2008 3:19 AM
I'm probably going to upset a few people here but I was at the Chicago Con and was seriously taken aback by what I thought were a couple of inappropriate questions being directed towards Jared. Thankfully Jared is such a big sweetheart and soldiered on, although instances like this makes you realise why there is a need for a large number of HUGE security personnel to be on hand.
In all honesty, some of the talk I overheard a few "fans" say was shocking and I found repulsive and totally disrepectful to the guests, and I'm not just talking about Jensen and Jared here, there were lurid suggestions made to Steve Carlson by some drunken "fans" too.
I put "fans" in inverted commas because I don't believe a true fan would behave as awful as what I witnassed these handful of "fans" do.
I agree, people are entitled to their opinion but there has to be a line drawn where the convention moderators step in and say, "Enough! Next question please." The guests are there because they want to show their appreciation for their fans, they are not there to be heckled and expected to perform like a circus monkey.
Now, after having said that, please let me clearly state that THESE SO-CALLED "FANS" ARE IN THE MINORITY AND BY FAR AND LARGE THE TRUE FANS WERE AWESOME AND THESE ARE THE PEOPLE THAT ARE AN ASSET TO OUR FANDOM.
I just wish the very vocal few wouldn't embarrass the fandom (AND themselves) and ruin the experience for the rest of us.
Posted by: AmandaF | December 2, 2008 3:01 AM
I'm the gal who asked the question about Jared's dogs; he teased me about making a statement instead of asking a question! However, I did asked for a story about Harley and Sadie, Jared's pooches, and a story about Jensen, which he revealed in the second of your bullets up there. Jared also loved my t-shirt (I posed in it when I had my Winchester sandwich photo taken), which I use to pimp the show. it says, WATCH SUPERNATURAL, THURSDAY, CW11, 9 PM, IT'S THE BEST! Jared pointed it out both when I showed up for the photo and again when I stood to ask my question. I told Jared to let Eric Kripke know I'm whoring myself for SUPERNATURAL, and he promised he would! Love, Robin
Posted by: Robin | November 25, 2008 6:57 PM
"Because the character of Sam is not a necrophiliac"
Uh, the character Sam had sex with a dead body inhabited by a demon -- how is that *not* necrophilia?
In any case, it was not an insult to the *actor*. Jared is a big boy. You people need to get over yourselves.
Posted by: LMA0 | November 21, 2008 6:20 AM
Wow, Jared has got to be the most adorable, graciuos guy ever! I wish I could have been there, but thanks for this report.
I can't believe people like that are allowed to make such naive statements. Someone needs to tell those obviuosly obssessed people that this is just a TV show.
Posted by: Leah | November 17, 2008 5:05 PM
Thank you Thank you!!
Jared is everything you said and more.
I have to agree - there are some things you just don't ask at a fan convention.
Posted by: CandyMaize | November 17, 2008 11:45 AM
"how was that an insult to Jared Padalecki?"
Because she embarassed an actor in public, asking an awful inappropriate question.
Because the character of Sam is not a necrophiliac, it's not canon on the show and it's just wank from twop or a few other stupid forums like that.
Clear enough?
Posted by: penny | November 17, 2008 4:00 AM
"He did share one dog story – the guys and some friends were watching a football game that went late, and Jared got a picture of Jensen snoring away with his dogs shoving their noses into his face – “their big dog lips pressed against him. My three dogs!” he said, then specified – “That’s D-A-W-Gs, ok? Don’t tell Jensen!”"
...that is adorable. oh, boys.
Posted by: Rebecca | November 16, 2008 11:57 PM
"What kind of person go to a panel of an actor just to insult him?"
Whether or not you thought the question was a good one or agree with the sentiment, how was that an insult to Jared Padalecki? The questioner was talking about a fictional character and something she believes that character did. Nothing Sam does is a reflection on Jared, IMO.
Posted by: Gadfly | November 16, 2008 9:32 PM
A fan started her question “Now that we know Sam is a necrophiliac"?
Yeah that's bad. Just like the fan last night who started a rumor about Jensen being attacked by a fan again (which was totally made up). Some people are not truly fans.
Posted by: Lauren | November 16, 2008 8:15 PM
Thanks SO MUCH for the reports for those of us who can't be there!
Posted by: Kirsten | November 16, 2008 8:13 PM
What an ugly crowd... Poor Jared.
Posted by: Anna | November 16, 2008 8:09 PM
I just don't get people sometimes. Why on earth would you say something like that? To Jared of all people?! He is one of the sweetest guys out there!
Anywho, I saw some clips from the breakfast and they both look absolutely adorable! I wish I was there, instead, i'll just settle for the clips. Thanks for the updates Sarah!
Posted by: Jenbean | November 16, 2008 7:57 PM
Thanks for posting this i really appreciate it
Posted by: Amanpreet | November 16, 2008 7:35 PM
A fan started her question “Now that we know Sam is a necrophiliac"?
Seriously? I have no words to describe how awful this person is. And she's not a fan.
What kind of person go to a panel of an actor just to insult him?
The fans of this show really disgust me.
Posted by: penny | November 16, 2008 7:20 PM
I can't believe someone mentioned necrophilia to Jared at the con. Note to crazy TWoP girls: Knock It Off! It's just a t.v. show for the love of God!
Posted by: Alex | November 16, 2008 6:58 PM
Whoever said "Now that we know that Sam is a necrophiliac" embarrassed the entire fandom and should be banned from all access to the actors henceforth!
Idiot! You do not attack the actors over something the writers wrote!
You have a right to your opinion, but you do NOT have a right to try to humiliate an actor! If you were anything close to mature you'd know to express your opinion to the people responsible for your complaint.
YOU FAIL!
Posted by: Dair | November 16, 2008 6:15 PM
Whoever started their question off like that fails at life. Just sayin'.
Other than that? Jared is awesome, as always, and I totally wish I could've been there!
Posted by: Jess | November 16, 2008 5:59 PM
all i want for xmas is that pic of jensen :)
jared is such a sweetheart !
how lucky are we to have a show that has two leads that are so lovely !
Posted by: Elaine | November 16, 2008 5:55 PM
THANK YOU! jared's amazing :D and I can't believe someone brought up the necrophilia wank
Posted by: BOB | November 16, 2008 5:54 PM
Oh, i'm so excited about all this! Can't wait to see Jensen's talk!
Posted by: Shy | November 16, 2008 5:50 PM
How do the moderators or organizers of these events not ask what questions are going to be asked first. That person asking that question that was sick and innapropriate and downright wrong to poor Jared needs to be ejected in my opinion.
What a pathetic person.
I am insane with rage.
Sounds like as ever he was the perfect gentleman he should however have told her to do one. What a loser.
Posted by: Sally | November 16, 2008 5:36 PM
*loves them*
Posted by: Linda | November 16, 2008 5:29 PM
Wow! Thanks for the recap, Sarah! Sounds like Jared was great fun! I would so love to see that picture of his dogs with their noses in Jensen's face while he was asleep! It's hard to believe that Jensen did a better scream for Yellow Fever than the one they used, but I love that Jared kept cracking up and ruining the scene. Love his comment about Sera Gamble's scripts, too. These two guys seem so down to earth. Hope they never change!
Posted by: Pam | November 16, 2008 5:08 PM