Interview with Meryl Cassie took place on 15th November 2001 on The Tribe message board. I hope you don't mind me using your replies fans! Questions are in green, Meryl's answers are in blue - enjoy! Ben_Walker I'm a drama student in NZ and I'm wanting to get into theatre acting after form 7. What do you think would be the best way to to get into it after school? Sign up with a theatre company and get a portfolio and an agent. An agent will point you in the right direction. Jessy: What is your favorite scene? There are heaps of action packs scenes in series 4 that you will love What`s your favorite food? Chocolate and vegies and pasta How do you like Germany? Fantastic, I love it and want to go back Have you got a boyfriend? I did have a boyfriend, but free and single at the moment. But looking for someone hot if you've got anyone in mind. Help me out!! Have you got a favorite actor? Denzel Washington, Brad Pitt, Robert de Niro and Hayley Jo Osmond What Music Style do you like? RnB Soul What is your favorite food? My fav food - veges, pasta, salads, chocolate, McDonalds. Amber luvs Bray: What´s the size of your feet? My feet are between 5 and 6. What´s the colour of your hair? My natural hair is light brown/blond. Which boy is the best singer out of the cast? The best boy singer is Caleb. How do get on with the new people that r in Series 4? The new cast are awesome, they're really great. Of all the characters that have left,who do u miss the most? Of the cast that have left, I couldn't say I miss one any more than another. I miss them all!! Chrissu: How tall are you? 5 foot 1 inch. Esther14 You're a great singer, a great actress... What else are you good at? I'm very athletic and really in to sports. What is it like being in The Tribe? I love being in the Tribe! Amber Do you watch the Tv series Roswell? Yes, but haven't for ages What is your favourite drink? Water and milk and grape juice layoune1 Is it right that u like the Jackson 5? Yes indeed Have u ever been in the hospital? Yes What was the last thing that u done? Broke a nail...hahaha...broke my arm. What is for u sexy on a guy? Eyes, bod, smile, personality (the whole package). *Alderaan* How did you end up in to the role of Ebony? Was playing her your first choice or was it some other character? I actually auditioned for the role of Salene but I'm happy that I got the part of Ebony. Which one do you prefer? Ebony on the "bad" side with the Locos or Ebony with the Mallrats? Ebony the bad girl! What is your favourite scene in the Tribe?and why? There are some fantastic scenes coming up in Tribe 4 that I love and I know that you will too. Do you like Star Wars? I have never seen a Star Wars episode!! lovely essie Whats it like acting with so many talented people? It's fantastic to work with so many talented people!! mira Do you know Nicholas Rogers and whats your favourite Movie. No, I don't know Nocolas Rogers. Fave movies are The Sixth Sense and Legends of the Fall. Frinzaline How is the weather in New Zealand? Please, it ain't that cold. The heat is rising here, summer's on its way. Do you sometimes read the Fan Fictions on the Board? And do you like them? To be honest I don't have the time at the momentt because we're so busy filming but I'll have a look soon! Which series of the Tribe do u like best? I love series 4, it rocks! Luna* What are your tips for those who wanna be actors/actresses? Get out there, get an agent and they will lead you the right way. You live in New Zealand - is that right? How is it there? Yes, I live in New Zealand. It's beautiful here, come check it out!! kazan Whats it been like working with your big sisters? It's been fantastic to work with my sisters. What are your views on tribe 4? Action, it's full of action. You guys are gonna love the new series, it's out of this world and there are heaps of surprises. Who makes you laugh the most? Mickey makes me laugh the most. Who would you share a secret with? I'd share a secret with Tori (Victoria Spence). Who annoys you the most? I just go with the flow, if anyone annoys me I get outta there. Who's the worst @ learning their lines? Nick Miller (Pride) is worst at learning his lines. Azazel I was just wondering what has it been like working with your sisters on the show? It's been fantastic, dream come true working with my sisters. Also what other projects have you been working on outside of "the Tribe"? When we're not working on the Tribe we tour around New Zealand performing (singing) at special events. Heelz: Have you ever lost somebody that you were close to? Yeah I have, a close family friend. Look hang in there, keep your heart strong and continue to enjoy the pleasures of life that lie ahead for you. Do you think you have similarities with Ebony? In ways yes I am like Ebony but mostly my bossiness. My mum says I'm bossy. Do you have a nick name? Maz is my nickname. Do you like wearing the tribe clothes and make -up? Yes I love wearing the costumes and makeup . It's nice to look funky and cool!! Fave holiday resort? My favourite resort is the Phoenician Resort on the Gold Coast, Australia. Fave film? My favourite film is The Sixth Sense and Legends of the Fall. What 3 things would you recue in the event of a natural disaster? 1. family esp the young kids 2. Charmaine and Saranne (my fav co-workers) 3. you! and any babes! lol rusty Have u any plans 4 christmas? For Christmas I'm going to Australia with my family. What r ur plans 4 2day? Today, I'm on set all day. Love ya hair! Thank you, you should try braids sometimes - there's no brushing Is Dwayne Cameron in series 4? Sorry, you'll have to wait and see, there's alot of surprises in store for Series 4 Is the sun shining? Not this morning ellie luvs jack Have u a best friend on the set? I like everyone but i love Tori. What´s your opinion about Caleb Ross and Danny James? Caleb= great guy, really out there. Danny = awesome guy, speaks his mind. Who´s your fav actor and actress of TT ? They're all fantastic actresses and actors. Wegender What are your hobbies? Singing, acting, sports, relaxing, dancing, listening to music, suunbathing. What is your favouritest meal? I like to make up my own meal which consists of my mothers homemade African bread with melted butter and jam (Feit cookies). Then we move on to our sauced beans, Uncle Ben's rice, crunchy potatoes, cauliflower cheese, fresh veggies, crisp salad , marinated chicken. Followed by strawberries with chocolate sauce and icing sugar, pavlova and fresh fruits, ice cream. Radiogirl: I was wondering what the record is for the tribes/your oldest fan that you have heard of? We have a guy from England who is 86. Jeep Have you every performed with your sisters before the tribe series 4? We have performed lots of gigs together in New Zealand prior to acting together in the Tribe. What are your favorite and worst classes? Worst - mathmatics; Fave - English, drama, science, PE Do u have car? If not what do you think your first choice will be? I've got an awesome blue four wheel drive. But my dream car would have to be a red/black BMW convertible. Did u ever meet Rosalind J ? No I've never met Rosalind J but I would love to!! Who inspires u singing wise? Whitney Houston and Janet Jackson and a bit of J Lo and a bit of Mariah Carey. ambers_hair_rulez Which shop did they get prides t-shirt ? Prides shirt is specially made in our wardrobe department at Cloud 9. Southern Hawks: Full name? Meryl Danielle Cassie Family? Mum - Barbara Siblings - Megan, Monique, Miquille Niece and Nephew - Tonica, Keelan Eagle_87: What are the three things you most want from life? The three things I most want from life are a good future, success and a family. How do you think The Tribe has affected people, what messages would you say it has? I think The Tribe shows people how life would be without adults and guidance and makes people realise how lucky they are to have family and love. TribalFreakForever: Who inspires you the most/who is your hero? My mumma and Janet Jackson and I like J Lo What kind of music do you listen to before you go on the set to get you into 'Ebony' mode? I don't listen to music before I go on set, I stand outside listen to music and clear my head How would you change the show if you could? At the moment I wouldn't it's going so well If you could produce your own show, what kind of show would it be? I'd produce loads. Maybe something like Sex in the City - girlie, stylie, fashion, babes and heaps of fun...a bit like our lives now LOL Who is your favorite writer or poet? I love poetry and I love to write poetry and stories, but I don;t really have a fav. What kind of animal would you use to describe yourself? Leopard What was the last book you read? Tully Hanna: What made you get into acting and how did you get the role of Ebony? I have always wanted to act and I'm with an agent, who hooks you up with auditions. I auditioned for the part of Salene, and I'm so glad I got the part of Ebony Which series is your favorite? Series 4 - wait and see!!!!! What languages do you speak? English and Afrikaans But I do want to learn some other languauges marcellus: What's in your cd player right now ? Devella Morgan Are you dating anyone? If so anyone from the cast? No, single at the moment. Definitley not dating anyone from the cast. But will keep my eyes peeled for someone hot hot hot! Great Warrior Lex: Do you have fun being on The Tribe? Yeah - everyday is a pleasure Is it hard work being Ebony? It's hard work learning lines but I love to do it and Ebony rocks!! Does The Tribe take all your time,or do you still get to do typical teenager things? It does take lots of time - its all part of the deal - but I do have quality time with my family Did you have to take any sort of acting classes to learn to act so well, or is it just natural talent? I studied drama at school and made sure to get an agent - otherwise you just can't get any auditions. TheOneyOneOney: Were Do You See your self in 5 years? In five years - hopefully still acting, maybe into movies by then. Still singing with my sisters. Definitely still in the entertainment industry. What's Your Fav Scene You've Filmed? Fav scene - There's been so many... but there's lots of awesome things coming up in the new series. Margarita salt Are the cast in this years xmas parade? No, we would love to but we are filming this weekend. Syn You said you liked Top Shop? I get lost in Top Shop!! But the variety and the style are just what I like. Could spend hours in there. Are you a really really really huge fan of someone? I'm a huge fan of Julia Roberts, Sandra Bullock, Brad Pitt, Denzel Washington. Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Jo Lo and Mariah Carey, Deeblah Moorgan and Alicia Keys. Love them all!! What was the most stupid thing you've done? Most stupid thing - driving down the bus lane.... fell down the stairs while filming a scene when I was supposed to be a hero. Hey all you fans out there. First of all I want to thank you so much for all the support you guys have shown. I hope you're still enjoying the series and let me tell ya there's lots more to look forward to. I've had a great time chatting to you all and hope you still keep in touch. Sorry I have to leave but there's work to be done. It's been a pleasure bringing you entertainment and trust me entertainment is coming your way!!! Lots of love to you all. Meryl Cassie back to top