May 7 @ 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
USA
Former costars and lovers Jeremy (James Lafferty), Andrea (Alexandra Park), Seth (Stephen Colletti) and Izzy (Cariba Heine) are pulled back together as they grapple with the fallout of love, loss and fame.
In Attendance: James Lafferty (Co-Creator / Executive Producer / Star), Stephen Colletti (Co-Creator / Executive Producer / Star), Alexandra Park (Executive Producer / Writer / Star), Cariba Heine (Star), Ngoc Nguyen (Executive Producer), and Michelle Lang (Executive Producer).
Moderator: Jeff Conway (Senior Contributor, Forbes)
In Attendance
Stephen Colletti is an actor, writer, director, host, and producer. He first appeared on MTV’s “Laguna Beach” in 2004. After two seasons, Colletti traveled to New York City, where he hosted “MTV’s Total Request Live (TRL).” During TRL, Colletti also held hosting duties for “Beach House,” “Spring Break,” and “VMA’s: Backstage Live,” as well as two of MTV’s New Year’s Eve bashes in Times Square. In 2006, Colletti made his film debut in NORMAL ADOLESCENT BEHAVIOR, starring Amber Tamblyn, Ashton Holmes and Kelli Garner. In 2007, Colletti began recurring on the CW’s “One Tree Hill” where he appeared for six seasons and became a series regular. In 2016, Colletti appeared in VH1’s first scripted series, “Hit The Floor,” where he recurred for three seasons. Colletti has also been drawn to the other side of the camera, developing projects in both film and television as he’s continued his acting career. Most recently, Colletti co-created “Everyone is Doing Great” alongside James Lafferty. In 2021, the comedy series premiered in the U.S. on Hulu and internationally on Paramount+. Season two is currently in post-production and Colletti returns as a lead character on screen while also writing, directing and producing the series.
James Lafferty is an actor, director, writer and producer. Lafferty is most known for his work on the popular television series “One Tree Hill” as one of its lead characters for the show’s nine-year run on the CW. Other credits include Netflix’s “The Haunting of Hill House,” Disney+’s “The Right Stuff,” the hit Blumhouse horror “Oculus,” as well as SMALL TOWN CRIME (2017) with John Hawkes, Anthony Anderson and Octavia Spencer, and the upcoming RED RIGHT HAND, starring Orlando Bloom and Andie McDowell. James has also directed several episodes of “One Tree Hill,” the Lionsgate TV series, “The Royals” as well as the CW’s “All American.” Lafferty co-created, wrote, produced, directed and starred in the independent television series “Everyone is Doing Great,” which was acquired by Hulu (for domestic distribution) and Paramount+ (for international distribution) and premiered in 2021. Following a successful first season run, James is currently in post-production on another independently produced, 8-episode season of the show.
Alexandra Park is an Australian actress, writer and producer. Park starred on Lionsgate’s hit series “The Royals,” opposite Elizabeth Hurley and William Moseley, for all four seasons. She has also gained notoriety for her featured role in Amazon’s long running episodic caper “Leverage: Redemption.” Additionally, Alex can be seen in the critically acclaimed BEN IS BACK opposite Julia Roberts and Lucas Hedges, which was written and directed by Peter Hedges as well as the lead in Universal Studios’ Australian eco-thriller CARNIFEX, which earned praise from critics. In 2021, season one of the independent tv series “Everyone is Doing Great” was released on Hulu and Paramount+, which Park stars in a lead role and executive produces. That same year, Alex published her first book, “Sugar HIgh: The Unexpected Journey of an Inexperienced Type 1 Diabetic,” chronicling her experience with the life-threatening, commonly misunderstood medical condition.
Currently, Alex is in post-production for season two of “Everyone is Doing Great,” on which she also served as a writer in addition to continuing her role as lead actor and producer. Alex can be next seen in the upcoming Orlando Bloom, Andie McDowell thriller RED RIGHT HAND.
Cariba Heine is a South African dancer, actor, writer and producer. Heine moved to Australia when she was young, where she began working professionally as a dancer at age 15 and as an actor at 16. Heine gained notoriety from productions such as “H20: Just Add Water,” “Blue Water High,” Steven Spielberg’s “The Pacific,” “Home & Away,” “Designated Survivor” and “The Secrets She Keeps.” In 2020, Cariba was offered one of the lead roles on the independently produced tv series, “Everyone is Doing Great,” created by “One Tree Hill” alums James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti. In 2021, season one premiered on Hulu (U.S.) and Paramount+ (international territories). Heine recently wrapped season two of the series. Cariba also wrote, produced and starred in the short film BEND, which is currently in post-production. In addition to acting, Cariba is a longtime professional dance instructor where she focuses heavily on healthy practices with injury prevention and strong technique at the core of all her teaching.
Michelle Lang is an actress, writer, producer, director and founder of RBL (pronounced “rebel”) Studios, a multi-media company that produces film, television, and books. As an actress, Michelle is most known for her role as Linda Lee, Bruce Lee’s wife, in the 50-episode television series “The Legend of Bruce Lee,” currently streaming on Netflix. In the Nelms Brothers’ critically-acclaimed thriller, SMALL TOWN CRIME, Michelle acted alongside Academy Award® Nominee John Hawkes. In addition to producing the directing duo’s next two features, FATMAN and RED RIGHT HAND, Michelle also appeared on screen in the two films. Under Lang’s production banner, RBL “turns ideas into reality,” focusing on championing independent artists and projects and where Michelle has authored and published her books, “A Mermaid’s Guide” and “Where the Sanity Ends” as well as “Sugar High,” a memoir by actress Alexandra Park. RBL Studios also produced the independent tv series, “Everyone is Going Great,” created by “One Tree Hill” alums James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti. Season one, which Michelle produced and guest stars, was acquired by Hulu (domestic) and Paramount+ (international). For season two, in addition to producing, Michelle also directed two episodes. Currently, Michelle serves as creator, director, producer and actor in “Evie & T,” a YouTube kids show that follows a young brother and sister as they go on imaginative adventures. Mixed in with the hijinks and silliness are messages about kindness and how to overcome life’s challenges.
Founder/Principal of Nguyen Strategies, Ngoc Nguyen provides unparalleled leadership that draws from over 20 years of experience and relationships across entertainment, sports, culture and philanthropy. Ngoc has worked for entertainment powerhouses Miramax Films, Creative Artists Agency and Paramount Pictures on successful franchises such as SPY KIDS, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE and STAR TREK as well as Academy Award® winners, including CHICAGO, RANGO and THE FIGHTER. As a filmmaker, Ngoc has produced the award-winning documentary, “A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story,” “Protect Her,” and Google’s “Power On” film series. Ngoc also serves as executive producer on “Everyone is Doing Great.” Season one was acquired by Hulu (U.S.) and Paramount+ (international) and season two is in post-production. Most recently, Ngoc was SVP and Head of Entertainment at TIME’S UP, an organization founded by many of the industry’s most influential actresses and executives to advocate for women in the industry. Currently, Ngoc is a sought after strategist to global brands, non-profits, industry influencers, filmmakers and prominent leaders, while she continues to produce and oversee publicity efforts.
Moderator
Jeff Conway is the most-read Hollywood interview writer at Forbes today. Some of his latest exclusive conversations have been with Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Reynolds, Halle Berry, Blake Lively and Orlando Bloom. You can find Jeff living around all of the action in Los Angeles, California.
