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Janice · 08-23-2005, 10:11 AM

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August 23, 2005

RALLY FOR DOOMED 'ALIAS' STAR

FANS of Michael Vartan are frantically campaigning to save his character in ABC's "Alias" from being killed off — although it might already be too late.

Devotees of the handsome actor believe his character, Vaughn, is doomed now that his former girlfriend Jennifer Garner, the show's leading star, is married to Ben Affleck and pregnant.

After Garner split from her ex-hubby Scott Foley in March 2004, she dated Vartan for several months before ditching him for Affleck. Tension on the set was said to be high. Some believe Garner now wants Vartan gone and has pressured producers to write him out of the series.

ABC is keeping tight-lipped and refuses to disclose any details about the new season.

Now comes word from an insider that Aug. 17 was Vartan's last day of shooting, when he was supposedly killed off. Fans have banded together to create mvcampaign.com to lobby for his resurrection.

One insider said: "Many of Michael's fans feel he is being treated very poorly by ABC. He has always been a big promoter of the show, not to mention a great guy, and to have him fired in what is probably the last year of the show is unbelievable."

The Web site notes: "For the past four years many of us have invested our time, emotions and money in support of 'Alias' . . . Now, as we are about to venture into the fifth season, we find out that we may be losing one of the most integral, beloved, and interesting characters on the show.

"Many of us feel that if this were to occur, it would be showing the show, the viewers, and Mr. Vartan a huge lack of both respect and loyalty. After four years, we feel [they] deserve far more. So, we have decided to take action and do something to express our feelings to ABC."

A group of fans calling themselves "The Vartan Hos" is supporting the Web site. ABC has been deluged with letters, e-mails and phone calls from the campaign, a network insider moaned, while the campaign is also raising money to place an ad in Variety or the Hollywood Reporter. A rep for ABC said: "We don't comment on plots. We encourage viewers to tune in and we promise they won't be disappointed." Vartan's rep didn't return calls.

Brent88 · 09-30-2005, 12:43 PM

I flipped by a little last night in between Survivor commericals and he's dead...

Ewan's My Man · 10-01-2005, 12:33 AM

That was horrible last night, I can't get over the way this show has changed. I mean think about first and second season, the missions were cooler she had a home life, the Vaughn tension, NO NADIA, it was awesome. I mean, now, it's like a completely different show...and now that Vaughn's been killed off. It was cheap he should have had on a vest. I mean a truck plows into him but he dies because he's to dumb to wear a vest. DUMB! Ben Affleck better not come on the show...I'll die

Nighthawk76 · 10-04-2005, 11:23 PM

I think that over the past two seasons Alias has really dropped in quality. I can't believe they killed off Vaughn. Jennifer was really selfish to have Michael Vartan fired. Next thing we'll see is Ben is a supporting role.

Mr. Television · 10-04-2005, 11:36 PM

I haven't watched the show in 3 years. I really missed a lot.

TJL · 10-05-2005, 05:01 AM

Sorry Mike, thems the breaks.

Maybe you and Scott Foley can form a support group.

Nighthawk76 · 10-06-2005, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJL

Sorry Mike, thems the breaks.

Maybe you and Scott Foley can form a support group.

08-23-2005, 10:11 AM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Rally For Doomed 'ALIAS' Star, Michael Vartan http://entertainment.excite.com/celebgossip/pgsix/id/08_23_2005_1.html August 23, 2005 RALLY FOR DOOMED 'ALIAS' STAR FANS of Michael Vartan are frantically campaigning to save his character in ABC's "Alias" from being killed off — although it might already be too late. Devotees of the handsome actor believe his character, Vaughn, is doomed now that his former girlfriend Jennifer Garner, the show's leading star, is married to Ben Affleck and pregnant. After Garner split from her ex-hubby Scott Foley in March 2004, she dated Vartan for several months before ditching him for Affleck. Tension on the set was said to be high. Some believe Garner now wants Vartan gone and has pressured producers to write him out of the series. ABC is keeping tight-lipped and refuses to disclose any details about the new season. Now comes word from an insider that Aug. 17 was Vartan's last day of shooting, when he was supposedly killed off. Fans have banded together to create mvcampaign.com to lobby for his resurrection. One insider said: "Many of Michael's fans feel he is being treated very poorly by ABC. He has always been a big promoter of the show, not to mention a great guy, and to have him fired in what is probably the last year of the show is unbelievable." The Web site notes: "For the past four years many of us have invested our time, emotions and money in support of 'Alias' . . . Now, as we are about to venture into the fifth season, we find out that we may be losing one of the most integral, beloved, and interesting characters on the show. "Many of us feel that if this were to occur, it would be showing the show, the viewers, and Mr. Vartan a huge lack of both respect and loyalty. After four years, we feel [they] deserve far more. So, we have decided to take action and do something to express our feelings to ABC." A group of fans calling themselves "The Vartan Hos" is supporting the Web site. ABC has been deluged with letters, e-mails and phone calls from the campaign, a network insider moaned, while the campaign is also raising money to place an ad in Variety or the Hollywood Reporter. A rep for ABC said: "We don't comment on plots. We encourage viewers to tune in and we promise they won't be disappointed." Vartan's rep didn't return calls.

09-30-2005, 12:43 PM	#2
Brent88 Member Forum Star Join Date: Aug 01, 2003 Location: Alabama Posts: 16,174	I flipped by a little last night in between Survivor commericals and he's dead...
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10-01-2005, 12:33 AM	#3
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10-04-2005, 11:36 PM	#5
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10-05-2005, 05:01 AM	#6
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10-04-2005, 11:23 PM	#4
Nighthawk76 Rachel Berry Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 28, 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 23,254	I think that over the past two seasons Alias has really dropped in quality. I can't believe they killed off Vaughn. Jennifer was really selfish to have Michael Vartan fired. Next thing we'll see is Ben is a supporting role.