Did you catch one of Page's discoveries on E!'s new hot show, SCOUTED? She is spotlighted on the show and even snagged an E! News segment recently of her giving a home tour. Well, looks like her new home for the moment is New York. Congratulations to Kelsie who is off and running. Newly signed to top model agency ONE MANAGEMENT, her agent has divulged that she has been going on a slew of huge go-sees. Mum's the word till we find out confirmations, but we will keep you all posted.
Channing Tatum who got his start at Page Parkes is in another film! This one with Rachel McAdams co-starring...looks like a weepie! Bring those tissues!
Shantel VanSanten is one of our biggest stars to come out of Page Parkes Management. She got her start at our Model and Acting camp in Houston and has since gone on to star in films (The Final Destination) and is currently on CW's hit show One Tree Hill.
She's also taking on some meaty fare - her next film out, Remembrance, makes it's New York premiere at the upcoming NY Jewish Film Festival.
We caught up with her:
1) Final Destination, One Tree Hill... Remembrance? This seems like a push towards more serious dramatic roles for you. How did you snag the part? I think my art imitates my life a little... Through experiences I find a lot of emotion in my “tool box” and I love bringing that to my characters. I like comedy but those films found me and the roles/ characters spoke to me. I have been so fortunate to be a part of each of them.
2) What was it like shooting in Berlin? Berlin was my favorite city I have ever been to. I never wanted to leave... I took a week vacation before shooting to explore and be a tourist. It was an INCREDIBLE city and the history there fascinates me. I visited a concentration camp called Sachesenhausen, a few hours outside the city and that was a LIFE changing experience. One I shall NEVER forget. Shooting there was a blessing even if the sound stages had NO air conditioning and it was the middle of the summer :)
3) The Holocaust is heavy subject matter. Was this an emotional role for you to take? I was always intrigued by World War II and was so excited I got the role because I studied it in great depth in high school and college. It was a devestating period and I always wanted to gain more knowledge about it. It was very emotional for me talking to people who went through it or had family members who survived. Every story impacted and shaped my character and me.
4) What's next for you? Next up is the start of season 9 of One Tree Hill and it is the finale season. I am so excited for everyone to see it because I think it's the BEST season EVER! I'm currently done filming and moving back to LA to audition and find a role that inspires me and one that I am passionate about! I am excited about the prospect which lies ahead!
5) What do you miss about Texas? I miss the FOOD in Texas. Every time I go home I have a plan for where I need to go eat while I'm there. And I always miss my family and friends who are there! Best state ever!
We also spy Page Parkes' Corporate Director TABITHA PAGEL GARCIA in there... and special friend and fellow "scouter" Kristen Kotik who is also starring in this exciting new show with Page!
If you enjoy looking at beautiful people, if you want watch the drama of what it takes to travel the road to becoming a model, then by all means tune in to "Scouted." More than a reality show, it is what some critics call "a docu-drama with beautiful people". Now that may be worth your time.