Interview with Mackenzie Hannigan

We got the opportunity to ask actor Mackenzie Hannigan some questions about his work on "Jericho" and "Ghost Whisperer". Furthermore he gives us some insight into his private life.

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1. You started acting at a very young age. When and why did you decide to become an actor? And is it something you want to do your entire life?

I decided to become an actor when I was 5 years old, I went to an acting/modeling school in Boston, Ma. I can't think of anything else I would like to do besides acting.

2. Imagine yourself in 10 years, where do you see yourself?

I would like to see myself having a prosperous acting career.

3. What do you do when you are not at work? What are your hobbies?

I like to play video games, surf the net and read books. I have asthma so too many outdoor activities get me in a huff!

4. Who would you like to work with in the future that you haven't worked with so far and why?

I would like to work with Leonardo DiCaprio because I like how he has the capability of playing so many different roles.

5. How was the audition for "Jericho"?

Honestly, I really can't remember, but I treat all of my auditions like they are the last...... very important to me!!!!

6. Do you have any new projects you can tell us about?

I am currently out on leave due to eye surgery, I am hoping after the new year I will be back in action.

7. Which roles would you like to play in the future?

I am not too choosey, I like all of the roles I have played, and enjoyed them all too.

8. There is not much information about your private life; do you have brothers and sisters?

I have one full brother, 2 half brothers, a half sister and another half brother about to be born in a couple of weeks....I am the oldest if you can believe that!!!

9. Which of your roles did you like most, which one challenged you most and which one left the biggest impression on you?

The role I liked most was Bobby Saunders, the youngest chef in the world. This was the longest job I held, and I became really close with the producers whom I still remain friends with today. My most challenging role was "Jericho" because I had to do lots of physical work including running from electricity and back and forth up and down a large hill. I think all of my roles leave a huge impression on me but the Fox pilot that I filmed, "The Deerings", left the biggest impression on me because I hadn't any experience with theatrical work and I landed my first audition.

10. You have played the part of Miles in two episodes of "Ghost Whisperer". Do you believe in ghosts or something similar? Do you believe that there are people who have the same or a similar gift like Melinda Gordon on "Ghost Whisperer"?

Yes, I believe in entities from the afterlife, but it is questionable that people can still talk to them.

11. Why did you accept the roles on "Ghost Whisperer" und "Jericho"?

I accept all of my roles to give me experience to help me with future roles, and to educate me in furthering my career.

12. Do you still play theatre? What is more exciting for you: film / television or theatre?

I don't play theater that much, although it was very enjoyable to me. I enjoy television the most.

13. Since myFanbase is an online magazine about TV series, do you have a favorite one?

Yes, my favorite tv show is "Family Guy", but of the shows I have been in I like "Jericho" the best.

Anja Schmidt - myFanbase