Interview With Jensen Atwood

AE: I thought Noah’s Arc was so hot. I begged Patrik-Ian Polk to create a role for a skinny white boy. ‘Let me be a pizza delivery boy or Dude playing checkers #2!’ I didn’t care! And now there’s a movie being prepped. Will it be like Rachel and Ross on Friends? Will Noah and Wade get hitched? What's the status of the movie?
JA: I wish I knew. I am so out of the loop. From what I understand the movie is still moving forward. But I have yet to find out if I will be a part of it.

AE: I’m sure there will be a stampede of fans throwing a fit if you’re not in it. In Noah's Arc, Wade goes through a coming out process which starts with a gay guy and a straight guy as friends. Then curiosity takes over. Do you think it’s common for straight guys to consider having an encounter with another guy, especially in light of gay and alternative culture being so chic right now?
JA: No, I don't think that's common for a straight guy at all. But because of the gay and alternative culture becoming more mainstream, I think it leaves room for those that aren't sure of their sexuality. Or for those whose sexuality isn't as simple as gay or straight.

AE: There’s a whole DL or Down Low phenomenon that is sometimes relegated to the Black and Hispanic community. Do you think with shows like Noah’s Arc, the DL Chronicles on here! and Oprah bringing on fence jumpers every fifth episode there will be a change in the community? Will more men just cut the middle ground and come out?
JA: I think some people feel comfortable in the middle ground. It’s a trip how DL has been demonized. I think the question is, why would a man have to pretend to be something that he is not? I think it could be easily answered knowing the history of our society.

AE: For some it’s becoming common for both straight and gay couples – either married or living together – to seek out extracurricular activities on the side. How much does our generation need to adhere to society’s traditions or are we at a place where it’s suitable to set our own rules?
JA: I would like to think living in America I have the right to be free. And any union between consenting adults is between those two, those three, or however many you can manage to have a productive positive and loving relationship with.

AE: On a completely different note, is it hard being one of the most beautiful men in the world?
JA: Thanks, Charlie...

AE: On set, we joked because you live in South Central, yet sound like you’re from Martha’s Vineyard. Is it difficult becoming a success in Hollywood and still maintaining your roots?
JA: That's funny. It is difficult becoming a success in Hollywood. But it’s easy to maintain my roots. I love my family. And they love me enough to not allow me to get lost on Planet Hollywood.

AE: Who’s a better kisser – Tracy Scoggins, Darryl Stephens, Gregory Michael or Halle Berry?
JA: Tough competition but Halle takes it!

AE: We’ve been playing a lot of poker when not shooting. You’re such a sweet guy I can’t imagine you bluffing..Which is probably why you beat me. You smile and I fold – here, just take my chips! Since we’re almost done, fill me in on your most common play – fold, check, or bet?
JA: You know me, Charlie. I'm all in

AE: Die hard fans will know you don’t only act and possess dimples to rival Antonio Sabato Jr. but you also sing. Where can we take a listen?
JA: I'm still at the very early stages of my music project. And I feel like things are moving in slow motion sometimes. Soon I should have something playing on my web site www.jensenatwood.com.