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JamesG · 08-07-2013, 11:57 AM

Jason Priestley Signs to Write Memoir
8/6/2013
by Margaret Bonaparte, Andy Lewis

HarperCollins announced it had acquired "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor Jason Priestley’s memoir.

The married 43-year-old Canadian-born actor’s book will touch on his personal life, his 2002 car crash and his five-day stint in jail for drunken driving in 2000.

Priestley will share new revelations about his time on the hit Fox show which aired for 10 seasons, including his complicated relationship with series creator Aaron Spelling and the rift that develoed between the two after the show ended.

In a statement Priestley said, “although I’ve only been on the planet for 44 years, I’ve lived a lot in that time. I hope my story will enlighten, entertain, and inspire those who read it.” 

Priestley charmed teenage girls for eight of the show’s ten seasons as affable boy- next-door Brandon Walsh. Priestley became more involved behind the scenes in later seasons, and ultimately directed 19 episodes and held his title as execute producer until the show’s demise in 2000.

Since leaving "90210", Priestley has appeared on various TV shows, including guest roles on "Medium" and "My Name is Earl".

While declining to reprise his role in the CW’s "90210" reboot, he did return to direct an episode of the series’ first season that featured guest star Shannon Doherty.

Priestley has carved out a successful careeer directing episodic TV as well, helming about fifty over the years.

He currently stars on the Canadian produced half hour comedy "Call Me Fitz", which airs on HBO Canada and streams on Amazon.

He received a multiple six-figure advance for the still untitled book.

Imprint HarperOne will publish the book in Spring 2014.

Steve Fisher at APA represented Priestley on the book deal, and Nancy Hancock negotiated for Harper Collins.

Priestly joins fellow co-star Tori Spelling, who published her New York Times best-selling memoir sTORI Telling back in 2009, as show alumni to pen a memoir.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...ir-deal-600485

Schmoopie · 08-09-2013, 03:49 AM

I'm not a huge fan of Jason Priestly, but I did like him on 90210, so this might be interesting to read. Probably wouldn't go out and buy it, though. That's what the library is for!

TMC · 05-08-2014, 03:08 AM

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/new...hertys-702045?

Priestley and Robinson fell in love on the set of “21 Jump Street.” "I could not have asked for a more idyllic first love,” recalls Priestley. He also writes in his memoir that the marching band is shouting "Donna Martin masturbates!” during the famous "Donna Martin graduates” episode.
Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#D8UlWKikR66YWR4p.99

08-07-2013, 11:57 AM	#1
JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,085	Jason Priestley Signs to Write Memoir Jason Priestley Signs to Write Memoir 8/6/2013 by Margaret Bonaparte, Andy Lewis HarperCollins announced it had acquired "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor Jason Priestley’s memoir. The married 43-year-old Canadian-born actor’s book will touch on his personal life, his 2002 car crash and his five-day stint in jail for drunken driving in 2000. Priestley will share new revelations about his time on the hit Fox show which aired for 10 seasons, including his complicated relationship with series creator Aaron Spelling and the rift that develoed between the two after the show ended. In a statement Priestley said, “although I’ve only been on the planet for 44 years, I’ve lived a lot in that time. I hope my story will enlighten, entertain, and inspire those who read it.”  Priestley charmed teenage girls for eight of the show’s ten seasons as affable boy- next-door Brandon Walsh. Priestley became more involved behind the scenes in later seasons, and ultimately directed 19 episodes and held his title as execute producer until the show’s demise in 2000. Since leaving "90210", Priestley has appeared on various TV shows, including guest roles on "Medium" and "My Name is Earl". While declining to reprise his role in the CW’s "90210" reboot, he did return to direct an episode of the series’ first season that featured guest star Shannon Doherty. Priestley has carved out a successful careeer directing episodic TV as well, helming about fifty over the years. He currently stars on the Canadian produced half hour comedy "Call Me Fitz", which airs on HBO Canada and streams on Amazon. He received a multiple six-figure advance for the still untitled book. Imprint HarperOne will publish the book in Spring 2014. Steve Fisher at APA represented Priestley on the book deal, and Nancy Hancock negotiated for Harper Collins. Priestly joins fellow co-star Tori Spelling, who published her New York Times best-selling memoir sTORI Telling back in 2009, as show alumni to pen a memoir. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/liv...ir-deal-600485 Attached Images

08-09-2013, 03:49 AM	#2
Schmoopie Keep Calm and Love Snoopy Forum Star Join Date: Jul 13, 2008 Location: Lynnwood, Washington Posts: 15,697	I'm not a huge fan of Jason Priestly, but I did like him on 90210, so this might be interesting to read. Probably wouldn't go out and buy it, though. That's what the library is for!
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05-08-2014, 03:08 AM	#3
TMC Member Forum Idol Join Date: Jan 09, 2001 Posts: 125,775	Jason Priestley recalls first love Holly Robinson Peete, “90210” cast hookups and "Do http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/new...hertys-702045? Priestley and Robinson fell in love on the set of “21 Jump Street.” "I could not have asked for a more idyllic first love,” recalls Priestley. He also writes in his memoir that the marching band is shouting "Donna Martin masturbates!” during the famous "Donna Martin graduates” episode. Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#D8UlWKikR66YWR4p.99