On January 21st, Allison Winn Scotch interviewed Alex O’Loughlin by phone for “American Way”, which is the in-flight magazine of American Airlines. Although not lengthy, the article covers a myriad of topics, including The Back-up Plan, working with Jennifer Lopez (find out what he calls her!), the comedies he likes, Twitter, Facebook and his own back-up plan… or the lack of one. In other words, it’s a must-read!
STEP ASIDE, HUGH JACKMAN: AUSTRALIA’S HOTTEST NEW EXPORT HAS ARRIVED. In truth, Alex O’Loughlin, 33, landed on U.S. shores a few years back, when he headlined the popular, albeit short-lived, television series Moonlight. More recently, he starred in the medical drama Three Rivers, which suffered a similar gone-too-soon fate. But this month, he’s poised to break out opposite Jennifer Lopez in The Back-up Plan, a crowd-pleaser about a woman who takes pregnancy into her own hands only to then meet the love of her life. Next up, he’ll return to TV as Detective Steve McGarrett in the much-hyped reboot of Hawaii Five-O. We chatted with the Aussie about his career, his fans and what it’s really like working with the woman formerly known as J.Lo.
You’re headed back to TV with a remake of Hawaii Five-O. What drew you to the project?
It was a lengthy negotiation process. It was important to me that the integrity of the original show be maintained. I’m excited about the creative team behind the project, and I think it’s going to be a fresh and fun revamp of the show.
Do you keep in touch with your fans through Twitter or Facebook?
When does anyone find the time to tweet? I can barely open my mail. I have to pay someone to help me open my mail. As sad as that may be, it’s the truth. And what would I say? “Hey, just letting you know I am going to get a coffee?”
In the spirit of your new movie, do you have a back-up plan should the acting thing not work out?
No, this is it, dude. That’s kind of scary in a way. But there’s a saying: “Hollywood eats the weak.” And I’m still here, baby.
- Read the full article online at American Way Magazine: “Getting Back Up“
- Read the digital issue and download the PDF file here.
- Contact American Way about obtaining a copy of the magazine here.
- Download the digital scans here.
Good article Mizz. I’m glad it was a collaborative set. He has mentioned that fact often and it’s obvious watching him and Jen in interviews they have genuine appreciation for each other and work well together.
I’m looking forward to the slightly naughty and raunchy movie!
Thank you MizzoH for this wonderful article. I hope Alex O’Loughlin will be very successful in both The Back Up Plan and Hawaii Five-O.
