AOLiveMC11:  Welcome, Christine Elise!

EliseC:  Hi.

AOLiveMC11:  Here's our first audience question.  This comes from DOMINQUIE:

Question:  I work in the medical profession, and I have worked in the ER  I was wondering if you have learned anything from being in the show? And if you have, what you have learned.

EliseC:  I've learned that I could never be a doctor.  Way too squeamish.

AOLiveMC11:  DOMINQUIE also asks this question:

Question:  Are you still going out with Jason Priestley?

EliseC:  Yes.

AOLiveMC11:  This comes from ONEISWILD:

Question:  Do you still act for "ER" or are you only doing "L.A. Firefighter?"

EliseC:  I'm finished with "ER"

AOLiveMC11:  Babsinjul wants to know:

Question:  Did you find it distracting to work with all those hunks on "ER?"

EliseC:  Umm.  Hmm.  Nope.  I have a hunk at home.

AOLiveMC11:  Lateshowz asks:

Question:  What was your first film acting job?

EliseC:  Was a movie of the week called "The Town Bully."

AOLiveMC11:  PETED562 wants to know:

Question:  Will your show pre-empt "The Simpsons" during the football season?

EliseC:  Oh, no, no.  It will go football, then my show, then "The Simpsons, "Alyson."

AOLiveMC11:  WhipMan91 asks:

Question:  Do you enjoy working with George?

EliseC:  Yes!  George is one of the nicest guys I've ever worked with.

AOLiveMC11:  CompuKing asks:

Question:  What was your experience guest starring on "Northern Exposure" like?

EliseC:  Um.  I got to spend two weeks in Seattle, and it was my first real attempt at comedy.

OnlineHost:  ERs Christine Elise is in tonight's Oldsmobile Celebrity Circle!

AOLiveMC11:  Jlhoov120 asks:

Question:  Is Noah Wyle a good kisser?

EliseC:  Umm.  That's a hard question.  Kissing somebody at work isn't like kissing somebody in real life.  He's a very professional kisser and not unpleasant.

AOLiveMC11:  Here's a comment from DOMINQUIE:

Comment:  As a medical profession, ER is very much like the real thing that we go through.  Good job to you and all of your cast mates.

EliseC:  Thank you!

AOLiveMC11:  Sharon97 asks:

Question:  Christine, I've followed you from "90210" to "A League of  Their Own" to "ER" to "L.A. Firefighters," and I think you're great. I watched the pilot of "LA." and noticed you have some build.  Do you work out a lot?

EliseC:  Umm.  I walk five miles three times a week, and I do aerobics two or three times a week.  Actually, I used to before the show started.

AOLiveMC11:  LUVS2FLIP asks:

Question:  How did you get started in acting?

EliseC:  I realized directing was far too tough a field to get into, and I thought acting would be the easiest way to get involved in the film making.  And I've proven it too be the case.

AOLiveMC11:  Sharon97 asks:

Question:  I've been a fan of Jarrod since he was in "Miss Saigon."  What's it like to work with such a hunk?

EliseC:  Jarrod is one of the best actors I've ever worked with.

AOLiveMC11:  SEMA5 would like to know:

Question:  Christine, I am wondering, "Do you have a boyfriend?"

EliseC:  Yes, I have a boyfriend.

AOLiveMC11:  WBoor2858 asks:

Question:  Hello.  How is the acting world treating you?

EliseC:  Better than most.  Two percent of the SAG (Screen Actors Guild) is working at any given time.

AOLiveMC11:  ONEISWILD asks:

Question:  Have you been in any other shows besides the three that are known?

EliseC:  Yeah, lots.  "Head of the Class," "Heat of the Night," "21 Jump Street."  I did "Ellen" and a couple of movies.

AOLiveMC11:  PRSat90 wants to know:

Question:  How are you today, Christine?  How did you like working on "90210?"

EliseC:  I'm fine.  And, yeah, "90210" has just sort of broken out and become a huge show five years ago, and it was fun to be part of that excitement.

AOLiveMC11:  ST BERN asks:

Question:  Hi, Elise.  I wonder if you have any plans to go into any movies.

EliseC:  Not in the near future.  I'm busy until January doing "L.A. Firefighters."  I did a TV movie called "Vanishing Point" which should be out in the fall.

AOLiveMC11:  TrollToon asks:

Question:  Hey, Christine.  I like your work.  Which do you enjoy more?  "ER" or "L.A. Firefighters?"

EliseC:  Hmm.  They're both fun for different reasons.  "L.A. Firefighters" allows me to do much more both dramatically and action wise.

AOLiveMC11:  This is from Pvgonzaga:

Question:  I'm a 25 year-old software consultant and trying to decide whether to take the big leap and go into film as a career.  What's the easiest way to become involved in the film industry?  (By the way, I live in the North End of Boston!)

EliseC:  I'd say acting is the easiest way.  It worked for me.

AOLiveMC11:  ONEISWILD asks:

Question:  Why did you leave "ER?"

EliseC:  Because I got the opportunity to do "L.A. Firefighters." It's a more significant role, and the creator of the show is an old and good friend.

AOLiveMC11:  WBoor2858 wants to know:

Question:  Are you married with any children?

EliseC:  No.

AOLiveMC11:  Mkc68b asks:

Question:  I would like to say that you are great!  I know that you hear that all the time, but  I think that you are okay.  What is it like to walk in your shoes?

EliseC:  Thank you.  Um. I don't know.  Your own life seems perfectly normal to you.  I work hard, and I never get to see my friends.

AOLiveMC11:  A comment from AngelStor:

Comment:  Hi, Chris. Sheree here.  Just popping in to say "Hi!"  :o)  Keep in touch, and good luck tonight!

AOLiveMC11:  FaithHill asks:

Question:  Hi.  Now that the romance with Carter is over, are you just sticking to "L.A. Firefighters" which I watched this week and last.  And by the way, I think it's really great.

EliseC:  Yes, my time at "ER" is over.

AOLiveMC11:  DKrysynsk asks:

Question:  I am simultaneously watching the end of your show on FOX.  Do you wish that you could have stayed on "90210"as a regular?

EliseC:  No.  I was anxious to play an adult

AOLiveMC11:  This comes from SEMA5:

Question:  Hello, Elise.  I have a question.  Do you as a woman on a stage set with all those guys ("L.A. Firefighters") around feel like the director is cutting you more slack?

EliseC:  Absolutely not.  Um.  Women firefighters are not cut any slack.  I wear the same 20 pounds of clothing and 45 pound air tank as the men on the show often outweigh me by my body weight.

AOLiveMC11:  KSJBFJ asks:

Question:  How many hours a week do you work?

EliseC:  Between 10 and 14 hours a day.

AOLiveMC11:  StL Boys asks:

Question:  Isn't it great being on television's Number 1 rated drama?

EliseC:  Yes.  Yes.

AOLiveMC11:  CAAB21 asks:

Question:  Any training for the role of Erin Coffey?

EliseC:  Yes.  Did ride-alongs with the fire department and got to go on actual calls with them.

AOLiveMC11:  LLOYDBALL wants to know:

Question:  Whatever happened to the other med students that were introduced along with you.  And will you make any appearances in the future?

EliseC:  The med students are still lost in the hallways as far as I know.  And if "ER" were to ask me back and I were available, I would run, not walk.

AOLiveMC11:  From Sharon97:

Question:  Christine, is there a place where fans can write to you after tonight either through "snail mail" or e-mail?

EliseC:  Yes, they can write to me at 132 S. Rodeo Drive, Suite 300, Beverly Hills, CA 90212.

AOLiveMC11:  Sharonsto asks:

Question:  Have you ever been to Philadelphia?  Do you plan on it soon?

EliseC:  No and no.

AOLiveMC11:  Kebvsuter asks:

Question:  I loved your work on "ER"  Was the decision to leave it for an unknown show on another network a difficult decision?

EliseC:  No.  It wasn't.  "L.A. Firefighters" seemed like an exciting show, and to work with an old friend was a great opportunity.

AOLiveMC11:  WBoor2858 asks:

Question:  EliseC, how much time have you spent in a real hospital?

EliseC:  No more than your average person.

AOLiveMC11:  This comes from PRSat90:

Question:  How do you stay in such great shape?  Also, I read somewhere that you were a vegetarian.  Is that true?

EliseC:  I work out as often as I can.  Hopefully, four or five times a week.  And I am a vegetarian, although I sometimes eat seafood.

AOLiveMC11:  Shelze116 asks:

Question:  Now that your on two shows, how do you find the time to do things like this?  And I think your new show is great.

EliseC:  I finished my stuff on "ER"  The stuff running right now are repeats.  And I don't find the time lately to work out because the schedule on this show is so tough.

AOLiveMC11:  RGavin sends in this request:

Question:  Christine, I liked your work on "ER"  As a fireman, I would like to know if you enjoy playing
the role as a firefighter, and can we have a picture of you to hang at the firehouse?

EliseC:  Yes, I have profound respect for firemen now.  I think they are the last urban heroes completely untarnished.  And if you write to the address I put up earlier, I'll send you a picture.

AOLiveMC11:  WRICH669 asks:

Question:  How hard is having to do an active show?  You have to be in shape.  I am sure.

EliseC:  I have never worked so hard in my life.  I haven't been to the gym in two months, and I've still lost weight.  One of life's ironies.

AOLiveMC11:  Call Ktul asks:

Question:  Hi, Christine! I was wondering if you've got any stories about the kids on "90210."  Anything nifty?

EliseC:  I could tell you, but then I'd have to kill you.  Ha ha.  Ahem.

AOLiveMC11:  JTiegs554 sends in this question:

Question:  I read you rode with a fire company and didn't get any calls?  How did the fireman treat you , and why did you not try to ride with them again?

EliseC:  They treated me like they'd treat any guest.  They were warm and friendly.  I didn't ride with them again, because frankly I didn't want to see anybody die like some of the other actors on my show did.

AOLiveMC11:  MMoil asks:

Question:  I saw you on "In the Heat of the Night" a while back and have been impressed ever since. What has been your most rewarding acting experience thus far?

EliseC:  "China Beach."  They gave me the most challenging material, and it was the work I was most proud of.

AOLiveMC11:  Holly521asks:

Question:  Do you have any pets?

EliseC:  Four dogs.

AOLiveMC11:  A comment from SueRN55:

Comment:  I am an RN, Christine, and I have to tell you.  You guys do a great job with "ER!"

EliseC:  Thank you.  I wish I could take more credit for it.

AOLiveMC11:  Hsos 146 asks:

Question:  Do you do your own stunts in "L.A. Fire Fighters?"

EliseC:  Except for the stunts where it's obvious it's not me.  For example, jumping off buildings.  I do all my own stunts especially with fire.

AOLiveMC11:  CAAB21 asks:

Question:  If you were not offered the role as Erin Coffey, what would you be doing now?

EliseC:  Standing in the unemployment line.  Actually, I would be writing an episode of  "90210."

AOLiveMC11:  WRICH669 asks:

Question:  Do you think that Emily will ever be brought back to finish off with Brandon?

EliseC:  I don't think so.  I suspect that Kelly will turn out to be his true love.  Dang!

AOLiveMC11:  Allieeee asks:

Question:  How old were you when you fist started acting?

EliseC:  23.

AOLiveMC11:  Fsunflower asks:

Question:  Was that really you singing in that episode of "90210?"  If so, have you thought of a singing career?

EliseC:  Yes.  It was the most traumatic professional experience of my life.  I begged them to hire someone else to sing.  Actually, it was somebody else's voice for "Breaking Up is Hard to Do."  When I sing, I break crystal.

AOLiveMC11:  BMayer477 asks:

Question:  Do you have any Emily Valentine in you?

EliseC:  The pre-psycho Emily Valentine very much like me.  The drug and fatal attraction element were disappointing to me and nothing like me.

AOLiveMC11:  CAAB21 wants to know:

Question:  When is your birthday?  I realize this is a basic question that most everyone will ask you, but I'm just curious.

EliseC:  February 12th.

AOLiveMC11:  MPriestne asks:

Question:  What type of music do you enjoy?  What is your favorite band?

EliseC:  Hmm, my favorite band.  How about my favorite musician?  Hands down, Tom Waits. I also like Elvis Costello, Bare Naked Ladies, Nick Cave and old standard Jazz classics.

AOLiveMC11:  MBurden77 asks:

Question:  Do you prefer being in front of the camera or behind the scenes directing?

EliseC:  I've never directed.  I hope to in the distant future.

AOLiveMC11:  Sewn6 asks:

Question:  Is acting all she has ever done?  Has she ever had any other job?

EliseC:  I had real jobs all my life.  Worked as a cashier in Boston and on Rodeo Drive worked in a gym and went office to office selling bagels and muffins.  And now I write as well as act.

AOLiveMC11:  Call  Ktul asks:

Question:  Hi, Christine.  Just curious. Did you  have any flings with anyone on "90210?"

EliseC:  Don't you read "The Star" (tm)?

AOLiveMC11:  This comes from TabithaBr:

Question:  If you weren't acting, what other career would you choose?

EliseC:  I would open a  farm sanctuary to keep abandoned and injured animals until they die a natural death.

AOLiveMC11:  DKrysynsk asks:

Question:  What is "the usual" at the ice cream stand on "L.A. Firefighters?"

EliseC:  It was one of those "nutty buddy" pre-wrapped ice cream cones, or was it an ice cream sandwich?

AOLiveMC11:  Greg 2460 asks:

Question:  How has acting on "ER" prepared you for your role on "L.A. Firefighters?"

EliseC:  Eighty-five percent of a firefighter's job is responding to medical emergencies and rescues.

AOLiveMC11:  Daddy Cool asks:

Question:  Loved you on "90210" and will you be scripting episodes of your new show?  Directing?

EliseC:  Um.  Yes, I am writing an "L.A. Firefighters" this summer, but I have no guarantee they will produce it.

AOLiveMC11:  KristyBT asks:

Question:  What do you do in your spare time?  Hobbies?

EliseC:  Read, cook and attempt to work off the food I cook.

AOLiveMC11:  Lem143 asks:

Question:  What types of dogs do you and Jason have?

EliseC:  A pug, a French bulldog, pit bull mix and a wolf-hybrid.

AOLiveMC11:  AdelynM asks:

Question:  Do you like working as a TV doctor.  Would you like to be a real doctor?

EliseC:  Yes as a TV doctor could never do it in real life.  As a kid, I wanted to be a vet until I realized all the animals you see are sick and or dying.  I could never do it with people either.

AOLiveMC11:  JTiegs554 asks:

Question:  How much time do you spend in makeup with "L.A. Fire Fighters?"

EliseC:  It depends.  During the action stuff, no make up at all.  During the regular stuff, about half an hour in hair and make up.

AOLiveMC11:  HenryBS wants to know:

Question:  Do you use your computer much.  And if so, what for?

EliseC:  I use it for accounting purposes and to sort of check out people's response to the shows I'm working on.

AOLiveMC11:  BBRUX asks:

Question:  Do you like Dr. Carter?

EliseC:  Dr. Carter is going through a rough patch right now.  If you mean, "Do I like Noah Wiley?"  Yeah he's a great guy.

AOLiveMC11:  SClark868 asks:

Question:  Who from "ER" did you most enjoy working with?

EliseC:  Wyle.

AOLiveMC11:  RGavin asks:

Question:  Have you already finished shooting next season's episodes?

EliseC:  Next season's episodes of "E.R.?"  I won't be there next year.  "L. A. Firefighters?"  I'm in the middle of shooting the sixth episode.  Sixth summer episode.  We do 13 more in the fall.

AOLiveMC11:  Forcedog asks:

Question:  How did you like Jamie Walters?

EliseC:  Jamie Walters is great.  I didn't expect to like him, but I do very much.  I think what they did to his character on the show was a bummer.

AOLiveMC11:  JCage26 asks:

Question:  Does the content on "ER" ever get too realistic for you?

EliseC:  No.  It doesn't feel real when you're in the middle of it.  When I see the stuff on TV, I'm often surprised at how realistic it looks and still can be moved by scenes I worked on which is really unusual.

AOLiveMC11:  We have time for one more question:

AOLiveMC11:  This comes from Hsos 146:

Question:  I want to be an actor when I grow up.  What should I do?

EliseC:  Make sure there is absolutely nothing else you're interested in.  Because acting is a really tough path with no ultimate security.

AOLiveMC11:  Christine, I'm sorry to say that we've run out of time for tonight.

EliseC:  Okay, thanks.  Sorry to anyone who didn't get their question answered.  Go watch the show!

AOLiveMC11:  Thanks for joining us in Oldsmobile's Celebrity Circle, Christine Elise!  And thanks to the audience for sending in lots of GREAT questions!