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Jill Dalton nyc
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Добавлен 30 сен 2011
I’m an award-winning actor and playwright, and I've been a working actor in NYC for over 40 years. You may have seen me on Law & Order, Saturday Night Live, or riding the C train. I've performed on and off Broadway and in Oliver Stone's Wall Street, Law & Order, Saturday Night Live, Rachael Getting Married, Too Big to Fail, Braid, The Looming Tower, Succession, Things Heard & Seen, and FBI. My plays Collateral Damage and Whistleblower were semi-finalists in the Eugene O'Neill National Playwrights Conference. I've written and performed three solo plays, including Lizzie BordenLive!, commissioned by the East Lynne Theater Company, where I won the JACOBY AWARD for my performance. I did stand-up comedy for 4 1/2 years and won the MARY JO COMEDY SHOW AWARD '94 for best female newcomer, NYC. My essays have been published in literary journals. I currently reside in New York City with my bossy cat, Magpie. I upload videos about showbiz. Stars, behind-the-scenes, acting and audition tips.
My mother’s final days brought up buried pain, love, and lessons on letting go.
In 1988, I stood by my mother’s side as cancer consumed her. Caring for her unearthed buried grief and childhood trauma. I navigated her final days, balancing emotional turmoil, unspoken truths, and a past full of shared pain and love. From moments of connection and memories of storms, stars, and summer vacations to surreal encounters with her transitioning between worlds, this story is about resilience, forgiveness, and holding on while learning to let go. As my mother faced death, I faced the weight of our history.
I drop a new video every Sunday.
Stop by for inspiration, fun showbiz stories, tips, insights, and a behind-the-scenes look of a working actor.
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I drop a new video every Sunday.
Stop by for inspiration, fun showbiz stories, tips, insights, and a behind-the-scenes look of a working actor.
Thanks for being here.
Please li...
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I found myself fighting for my mom’s life against cancer, medical shortcomings, and family tensions.
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In 1988, I found myself fighting for my mom’s life against stage four cancer, medical shortcomings, and family tensions. From preparing macrobiotic meals to standing up to my authoritarian colonel father, I advocated for my mom while confronting my own fears and frustrations. Along the way, I learned hard lessons about control, acceptance, and the limits of modern medicine. This story is a test...
My mother’s cancer diagnoses forced me to confront my fears, family secrets, and put acting on hold.
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In 1988, my life shifted dramatically with my mother’s devastating cancer diagnosis. Returning to South Carolina, I faced old family dynamics, unresolved trauma, and the daunting reality of my mother’s terminal illness. I moved into her hospital room and began relentless research into alternative treatments This story explores the complexities of family, forgiveness, and hope amidst despair. Jo...
Dancing at the Wheat Street Club / backstage with Janis Joplin-my counterculture journey in the '60s
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I drop a new video every Sunday. In 1969, the Wheat Street Club became my escape from college stress and a tough family life. My rock ‘n’ roll boyfriend, Johnny, played in Freedom, a band so electric they opened for Janis Joplin. The night Janis took the stage was unforgettable-filled with music and magic. But the counterculture era wasn’t all peace and love. When Janis died a year later, it ma...
The Allman Brothers, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Joplin: A weekend of love, music, and psychedelic chaos
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In 1970, the Atlanta Pop Festival promised three days of peace, love, and music, but my experience was far from tranquil. From dropping acid with my rock 'n' roll boyfriend to meeting The Allman Brothers backstage, every moment felt surreal. I witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform his legendary Star-Spangled Banner and heard Janis Joplin’s haunting voice under the stars. But the euphoria turned into a...
Codependency, family secrets, rage, revelations, and the road to recovery one meeting at a time.
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Growing up in an alcoholic family left invisible scars that shaped my relationships, identity, and choices. In this deeply personal story, I take you through my tumultuous journey of recovery as an adult child of alcoholics, from my first 12-step meeting to confronting my codependency and uncovering hard truths about myself. With humor, raw emotion, and moments of unexpected clarity, I share wh...
A 300 lb., chain-smoking FREUDIAN therapist SAVED MY LIFE!
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In 1987, I sought therapy with the larger-than-life Dr. Rubin, a 300 lb, chain-smoking Freudian analyst who redefined my life. Her raspy voice, nicotine clouds, and unflinching honesty became my weekly lifeline as I wrestled with a failing marriage, a career I loathed, and buried pain from my past. Through laughter, rage, and revelations, I discovered the roots of my struggles and learned to na...
From self-doubt to self-discovery: How an acting class changed my life.
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The Terry Schreiber Studio became my sanctuary, where I rediscovered my passion for acting and tackled roles that terrified and thrilled me. From playing fierce characters to facing life-changing crossroads, this journey is a rollercoaster of triumphs, setbacks, and choices. Drama didn’t just ignite my career-it saved my life. This video highlights the often-hidden struggle between pursuing pas...
Trapped in a PRISON of my own making.
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Acting Dreams Deferred. Between selling colors to fashion designers and typing legal documents in a dingy Wall Street basement, I worked 14-hour days while my acting dreams faded. My husband, deep in law school, dismissed my ambitions, leaving me to grapple with resentment and self-doubt. Desperate to reclaim my passion, I joined an advanced acting class, only to face more criticism at home. Th...
Joan Rivers INSPIRED Me to Conquer Fear and Succeed.
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Act Like Joan Rivers. Selling fashion color kits in 1980s New York was no runway walk. With no salary and tough clients, I battled self-doubt and demanding personalities. Then, I channeled Joan Rivers' wit and courage, and everything changed. From cold calls to confrontations, this story reveals how humor, confidence, and adaptability turned a grueling sales job into a lesson in resilience. I d...
Should I Sacrifice My Acting Dreams for my husband's Law School?
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In 1985, I stood at a crossroads: support my husband Henry’s dream of law school by taking a job in a field I knew nothing about or continue my pursuit of acting. This decision, fraught with doubt and a touch of resentment, led me to a role as a sales rep for a color forecasting company. Despite my reluctance, Henry’s vision of a stable future tempted me. But as the job began, I felt my dreams ...
From star-struck teen to close calls with fame, I trace my connection to Cybill Shepherd.
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From my teenage admiration of Cybill Shepherd to competing in the same modeling contest she once won, my journey took me from small-town dreams to the big city’s modeling and acting scene. It all culminated in a 1984 audition for the lead role in Moonlighting, the same part that would reignite Cybill’s career. This story of close calls, resilience, and learning from missed chances taught me tha...
Will meeting the Casting Director for THE EDGE OF NIGHT change MY LIFE?
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In 1980s New York, soap opera roles were the golden ticket for aspiring actors, and I was determined to get on one. I attended a paid casting workshop with the Casting Director from *The Edge of Night*. The tension in the room was palpable as actors vied for attention, each hoping for a shot at a soap part. My moment finally came, but what happened after my audition was anything but predictable...
From a chaotic dressing room to the set of my first soap gig-things didn’t go as expected.
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In my quest for a SAG card, i.e., fame and fortune. I booked an extra job on As The World Turns. From the crowded dressing room filled with glamorous actresses to the chaotic reality of being on set, I was assigned the part of a coat-check girl in a fancy restaurant scene. But when the episode aired, my scene-and I-were nowhere to be found. This video highlights the unpredictable nature of the ...
I learned the hard way that recognition can’t guarantee success.
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In 1980, I performed in *Father Uxbridge Wants to Marry* at the Three Muses Theatre, nestled within the historic Ansonia building. Our production had everything: talented actors, a beautiful press kit, and even a visit from the feared theater critic, John Simon, who gave us a glowing review. But when financial realities struck, we couldn't extend the run despite the positive buzz. Join me as I ...
Managing elves, Christmas chaos, and high-pressure holiday madness at Macy’s Santaland in 1978.
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Managing elves, Christmas chaos, and high-pressure holiday madness at Macy’s Santaland in 1978.
A dismal Off-Off-Broadway production leaves me questioning my choices and career path.
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A dismal Off-Off-Broadway production leaves me questioning my choices and career path.
My unexpected encounters with Christopher Reeve had a profound impact on my life.
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My unexpected encounters with Christopher Reeve had a profound impact on my life.
Henry arrives to take me home, but I must decide whether to stay and follow my dream or return to SC
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Henry arrives to take me home, but I must decide whether to stay and follow my dream or return to SC
From sexist bosses to a subway stalker my whirlwind day shows how wild and unpredictable NYC can be.
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From sexist bosses to a subway stalker my whirlwind day shows how wild and unpredictable NYC can be.
My Acting Class Turned Into a Nightmare, NYC 1978
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My Acting Class Turned Into a Nightmare, NYC 1978
A Chilling Tunnel Encounter on 42nd St Teaches Me to Trust My Gut in Gritty 1978 NYC.
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A Chilling Tunnel Encounter on 42nd St Teaches Me to Trust My Gut in Gritty 1978 NYC.
My first side hustle in NYC ended with an FBI raid
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My first side hustle in NYC ended with an FBI raid
My intense experience working with Hollywood legend William Hurt. Part 2
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My intense experience working with Hollywood legend William Hurt. Part 2
My intense experience with Hollywood legend William Hurt.
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My intense experience with Hollywood legend William Hurt.
My Open Call Audition for Woody Allen in 1978 NYC
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My Open Call Audition for Woody Allen in 1978 NYC
Filming a scene with legendary actor George C. Scott: An unexpected emotional journey.
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Filming a scene with legendary actor George C. Scott: An unexpected emotional journey.
My Rollercoaster Audition for Martin Scorsese's The Departed.
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My Rollercoaster Audition for Martin Scorsese's The Departed.
My whirlwind journey with the film "Confessions of a Shopaholic.” Auditions, Standing in, & Dilemmas
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My whirlwind journey with the film "Confessions of a Shopaholic.” Auditions, Standing in, & Dilemmas
The challenge of doing a table read of “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” w/ Matthew McConaughey & cast.
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The challenge of doing a table read of “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” w/ Matthew McConaughey & cast.