INTERVIEW: Michael Welch (Young Jack)

[GateWorld]

AUDIO INTERVIEW: JACKED IN GateWorld talks with Michael Welch From a young Jack O'Neill to Luke Girardi in Joan of Arcadia, actor Michael Welch talks with GateWorld about his role in "Fragile Balance," his hit TV series, and his hopes for the future. READ MORE ...

[David]

Before everyone starts gabbing I just wanted to say that this one was requested by you guys! We would've gotton to him eventually, but your voting made him possible a lot sooner.

Enjoy!

[Jafana]

And I want to be the first one to say Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!

This guy sounds a lot older than 16. When I first started listening to it i thought - oh yeah, he'd be 19 -20ish and I didn't feel so bad about the burgeoning crush.
and then Oh-my-goodness!! He's 16. Boy was my face red

and LMAO at the emphasising of the Acne. But then, that's Peter Deluise for you right?

[ShadowMaat]

Good interview. He sounds like a nice kid. Love him on Joan of Arcadia. Interesting about his not realizing that Jack/RDA is the "Michael Jordon of scifi", but I'm glad that worked to his advantage- and ours.

[SaharaGate]

Very cool interview!

And I agree - he sounds very mature for a 16 year old! He's very good at the whole interview process, so I guess he's had a bit of practice.

I'm hoping they bring him back for an ep this Season, or (dare I say it hehe) Season 9!

[TameFarrar]

David...What a FUN interview!!! I have twin 17 years olds and I was just *charmed* by Micheal. I don't watch Joan of Arcadia, but I will make a point to tune in now. Wonderful interview! I like that he felt he *was* giving *his* performance even though it was a mimic of another character. I look forward to his future

Tame

[Shipperahoy]

Yay! That was great. He sounds so mature and articulate for a 16 year old. I really hope that it works out that he can come back for an episode.

[Bagpuss]

Thanks for another sparkling interview,David !

I'd voted for Michael in the Poll,as I was fascinated by his performance in "F.B",and wanted to know more about him,and how he found the experience of being "Clone-Jack".(Pity I pressed the vote button ,before I realised I could vote for others too...but mea culpa ! )

I'll watch his career with interest.I think he has the potential for greatness,and he comes across as a thoroughly caring and considerate person,who already knows not to take anything for granted.
I'd love to see him back in SG-1,so here's hoping !

I expect anyone here, who wants to contact other Michael Welch fans,or look up his Biog. will already have this link,but I'll Post it anyway.ImDb are a good source too,IMO.

http://www.michaelwelchfanclub.com/

If anyone knows if/when Joan Of Arcadia may be shown on Sky network, or other Channels in the U.K.,could they let me know,please ?
(I've checked the link posted at the end of the interview page,but that only gives the CBS schedule.)

[keshou]

Wow, I just loved this interview. He seems to be a mix of show-business veteran and normal 16-year old. Very thoughtful and articulate. I loved him as young Jack and he's fantastic in "Joan of Arcadia". Hope we get to see him on Stargate again, that would be great!

Thanks so much for this interview, David. One of the best so far.

[Nolamom]

Thank you David. Quite impressive. I work with hundreds of kids each year of his age and I would be overjoyed if they were as articulate ("cool" notwithstanding) and self-possessed as Michael appears to be.

[David]

And in no way self-centered like a lot of teenage idols floating around.

[Anubis]

Good interview. I enjoyed listening to it

[Ugly Pig]

Loved the interview, David. Good stuff. Nice and long, too.

[David]

Was anyone surprised with anything he had to say?

[ShadowMaat]

I'm a little surprised that TPTB were so keen on having him understand the Asgard and where they were coming from. It's important, I guess, but I wouldn't have considered it much of a priority.

I always find it kind of interesting when actors say they'd never heard of or never watched Stargate until they were on the show themselves. Any idea if he's become a fan since playing Young Jack or is he too busy with everything else?

I am completely shocked- shocked, I say!- that he thinks Chris Judge is a trouble-maker. hehe

[ShadowMaat]

Heh. One of the Possible Dreams being auctioned off this year is semi-kinda-sorta on topic:

Lunch with TED DANSON at the Rita Hayworth Room on the Sony Lot. Then, walk to the set to watch MARY STEENBURGEN film her hit series 'JOAN OF ARCADIA'. After you bid goodbye to Ted and Mary, they've arranged a tour of the old MGM Studio Lot for you. For Two - to be scheduled between August and April, 2005.

Might get a chance to meet MW for yourself. And I know from experience that Ted and Mary are both very cool, very excellent people. They were among my favorite customers when I used to work at the local bookstore.

There are a few other interesting items this year, including hints of something Monk-related. Wish I had a few thousand (or hundred thousand) to blow on this auction...

[Erin]

I think Michael Welch kinda sounds like Michael Shanks... maybe it was just me.

I would love to meet Michael or see him again on Stargate!! I have to admit I only watch Joan of Arcadia because of Michael!!

Thanks for doing an interview with him Gateworld!

[Chirp]

This was an outstanding interview, thank you Dave and Mr. Welch (if I say Michael people might think I mean Shanks) I didn't think nobody knew RDA!!!! to act like Ricks style and not no the guy is mine boggleing That is how he got the part and to look like him to boot, does he really now what talent he has????? You are to modest Michael Welch I like you in Joan of Arcadia. I started watching that because of you. It is a little diffacalt to tape you and Stargate at the same time, cause I work nights. I'm glad Stargate is on in the summer and Joan of Arcadia is on in the fall. Its January I'm having a hard time with. Keep up with your dreams Mr. Welch, will there be a Stargate 2030 with clone Jack all grown up agin?

[David85]

I thought he was 18, damn 16. He's a great actor, and I started watching Joan of Arcadia just because of him.

[Anthro Girl]

David, thanks again for such a wonderful interview! Michael Welch is a promising young actor who I hope to see more of in the future...either on Stargate or anywhere else! It is a true testament to his talent that he did not know about Jack-isms or even Stargate before he got the part.