A lot of guys were obsessed with neither Diana Troi the character or Marina Sirtis. It's funny because she said she was an ugly awkward child. So to all of a sudden be a sex symbol, it boosted her confidence.
Marina is a very nice Lady. As a favor for a friend of mine, who was also a devoted fan of STNG, she got him for his birthday a complete cast photo personally autographed by everyone. She went out of her way to do this, and for someone Marina didn't even know. I had met her only twice before and very briefly through a mutual acquaintance. It was a very generous thing to do...she's just that kind of a person. My friend passed away at an early age, but he cherished and had that photo framed, and it hung in his home as a precious possession for all the days he had left on earth. All of us, who were his friends, knew how important and what impact this had on his outlook and sense of worth. Her act of generosity and kindness made this unassuming and shy man feel very special in a way that no one else could have done.
@@bls8959 Truly, after just mentioning that he was a devoted fan and desired her autograph; Marina, then all on her own, went above and beyond with this special effort to make his birthday wish come true. She's a very generous and thoughtful person!
I remember writing to each one of the cast of STTNG & she is the only one who surprised me not only by answering my letter, but by sending me a signed photo! So this is why Marina Sirtis is my fav of the cast!
A friend of mine went to an autograph signing with her after one of the movies premiered locally. He said he purposely got in line late in hopes she'd see not many people left and take a little more time with him. Even though he was, as he put it, so nervous he couldn't do anything but sweat buckets and say, "my God, you're even more beautiful in person," she handled everything with grace and a relaxed sense of humor about all of it. She replied, "so are you," and smiled. She spent the next 18 minutes calmly chatting with him (yes, of course my friend timed it, he paid three other people to record it from around the room). She even laughed at his prepared jokes, and politely thanked him for the compliment. And then he tried to be smooth and kiss her hand... ... at which point her companion (roughly 6'4" and 245 lbs with about 6% body fat and dressed in full biker leathers and about 7 lbs of large shiny rings on each hand), stepped forward, put one finger between my friend's face and her hand. My friend started to say something in protest of the interference, and then realized that the massive knuckles and rings on the hand near his face were very similar to the massive knuckles and rings on the clenched fist that was about 18in away from his now fading smile. She handled it with all the grace and class you would expect: she had her companion step back and sit down, which she accomplished by looking at him and placing one index finger on his chest, seemingly guiding him back to his seat, and giving him the most subtle and yet tremendously reassuring nod of her head. She then turned around and smiled an even bigger smile at my friend, she took his hand into her hand and told him that she wanted him to remember this as a very positive experience, not what had just happened. She asked him if he wanted an autographed picture, as she was, already, not only signing an autograph but writing several sentences on the front and the back of the picture. She followed writing on the picture by placing a perfectly formed set of lipstick impressions, kissing the signed photo. Then she reapplied lipstick on her lips, which made about half the men in the room stop talking entirely and just watch,.. and then she shocks everyone in the room by kissing my friend, with an equally lipstick Laden set of beautiful lips as the photo, on each of his cheeks, just above the beard which he had spent over an hour that day trying to shave it is close to the commander Riker beard as he could. She complemented the beard, saying there is Deanna Troi would love that beard. It took about six months for my friend to stop incessantly talking about this experience, though I understand his excitement, given that, though many of us in this circle of friends enjoy very much the Star Trek franchise, the TV shows, movies, this friend is on a whole different level. And he still has never shown anyone what she wrote on that picture that she signed with a kiss
This warms my heart 😍I believe the celebs that don't take themselves too seriously light up the sky brighter. Also it proves she's had loving parents who brought her up properly too - what a Star ⭐🎄⭐🎄⭐🎅⭐🎅⭐⛄⭐🌟 (Joan Collins is exactly the same.)
I met her at the Dallas Convention 2016. She literally talked to me for half an hour about hiking and hair ( we both have very curly hair) She has the boldest and funniest personality of anyone I have ever met . Love her to death and you can tell she likes meeting her fans.
I met her back in 2004, but it was very quick and I was embarrassed to say much. She was also wearing a low-cut green dress, so I kept looking away. My fan photo has her looking straight at the camera, while I'm almost 30 degrees to the right.
I met her in London just by chance and I was wearing a Trek t-shirt and she was so polite knowing I was going to say something trek orientated but as soon as I said I loved her part in NCIS she just said really loud 'oh my god' and hugged me! She was so happy a trek fan was asking about non-trek, she bought me a coffee and we talked for about an hour going from now right back to her Death Wish 3 days. One of the most amazing hours of my entire life!
@@Shane-Singleton She really was, I had a friend from Haringey where she grew up so we talked about the area changing, football (she is a Tottenham Hotspur fan) and her acting career outside of Trek. Such an amazingly down to earth London lass.
Envious... hard not to have a crush on her.... loved her on ST-TNG.... loved her in NCIS as well... just wished she would have smiled more.... she turned out to be more of an antagonist in character, which I wasn't used to...
I remember attending a TNG event at a an airport hotel in Portland, OR in which Ms. Sirtis was the featured guest. She gave a wide ranging narrative about the show, her life, she was very warm giving and engaging with group of fans in attendance. At the end of the event all of the fans filed past a table where she was seated signing autographs and graciously sharing exchanges with the fans. when it was my turn to greet Ms. Sirtis, being mindful of her time she shared with the fans in attendance I said thank you for your time today, or something to that effect, to which she cocked her head to one side as if taken aback not expecting those words, she did not answer me, but I will always remember her kind expression of acknowledgement.
As a fan of 30 years, I think one of the things that keeps trek relevant is the real affection these people have for each other. Very rare in any line of work in this life.
Marina comes across as so genuine. When she said she wandered the sets by herself when the movie was finally over with tears in her eyes, knowing that was the last time she'd see it-what a genuine moment.
The epitome of grace, humour, intelligence, sincerity and sensitivity. Oodles of beauty and a captivating mellifluous voice. I could listen to her all day.
I used to often find the Deanna character irritating, and I wanted her to show her counseling skill dealing with a really tragically damaged character, maybe someone who accidentally caused someone's death, or someone with PTSD, maybe. But ever since, I've come to like Marina Sirtis more and more. She's a warm-hearted and genuine person.
I saw her at a convention right around when TNG ended, and she literally brought the house down with a tearful thank-you to the fans for giving her career. Had a thousand people on their feet, applauding, and not a dry eye in the house.
I've seen Marina at conventions several times and have always admired her so much. She always ends her talks by thanking her fans for everything - her house, her car, her husband (she met during the show), her jewelry, the clothes on her very back, etc. Most TV stars are such snotty, demanding prima donas, but Marina is just so classy, genuine and thankful for the way her life has gone. It makes me really sad that she doesn't have opportunities to work with her friends on Star Trek anymore.
Ironically, I had a different (but no less positive) experience. I saw her at a con panel where she started by admitting that unlike Troy, who is prim & proper, the real Marina is a crass Cockney Brit. Think Eliza Doolittle, cussing and all. But she was definitely a genuine warm person and exceedingly appreciative of the fans. =D
DariusQ What a hoot she is... wonderful, warm, down to earth ( literally ). And... on this occasion, something in between a little tipsy and really drunk. But her personality always shines through
Marina Sirtis's character was very memorable for me, i loved Deanna Troys soothing compassionate demeaner, The drunk role was indeed a highlite of 1st Contact, one of the better drunk acts ive seen Heres this reserved counselor. suddenly pie eyed.
I met Marina Sirtis in a convention in Seattle as a young boy with my mother. I remembered her once or twice I talked to her. She did her outstanding job as counselor. 👍🏼
She's very kind. I am now 40 but when I was 13 years old I wrote to her. I left your character so much and just meeting someone on TV who is so kind sort of gave me hope. Actually made me want to major in Psychology so I can help people. One day I wrote her a handwritten letter that was printed and to my surprise she wrote back and sent me an autographed picture. I kept both perfectly preserved. I'll never forget it sadly when I was traveling through Taiwan. I had to leave it behind because I didn't have the money to pay for the extra weight that was in my suitcase
I saw comedy constantly from her throughout her star trek career in her facial expressions. The little smile in response to situations when she picked up on cute or silly things other characters did or said. I would look for that in every episode and movie.
I get the same impression. During her last years, Ms Marina traveled with Mrs. Roddenberry. They were here for the dedication of the Gene Roddenberry Planetium at El Paso Indepent School District Headquarters.
@@Aerojet01 LOL! very true. She's very annoying and overbearing in real life, conversations, panel discussions. she's a hot mess overall. maybe a drunk? not sure but she's a mess.
I've had mixed experiences. First time I met her, she was nice. Hell she let me have a picture with her without the convention charging me an arm and leg (2014). 2nd time: Cynical bitch. She made a comment about my drawing. She randomly walks near me as I'm simply drawing and she says, "The drawing sucks." I just tossed up my arms, asking, "Did I ever ask you?"
Met her in San Francisco, and she is the sweetest person I have ever met. She was so warm and welcoming, funny, and real. I cant wait to see her in Picard. She was a gift in Voyager. Keep up the great work!
Dear Marina, Thank you for your wonderful words. I have just seen the clip and I wanted to say that for you it may be over but what you all left us is priceless. I’m 51 years old, and Star Trek has been with me since childhood. All the series. And for me it’s never over. It’s a kind of legacy I leave for my kids. It will never be over. Remember that. We will always remember you. I still watch re-runs.
Just before starting the viewing of the TNG season 7 last episode, i was close to tears because i knew that was my last TNG new episode to watch. And at the final poker scene, i lost it... Like a child or like a girl. I was surprised to feel moved so much for a tv series. But TNG always been the best tv show for me. And i know it was far from being perfect. Many flaws and inconsistancies were obvious. But the entire universe, the characters, the plots, the philosophical dilemmas, the noble attitude and the courage of the entire crew, their chemisty... I mean, it will take alot to best that IMO.
Desiree Bannister and half the stories in Voyager could have used to keep ST:TNG alive for three or four more seasons. Murder She Wrote went for 12 season. Next Gen could have too. Cancelling Next Gen was one of the worst decisions. Second worst idea was producing the very dumb Enterprise series.
I was around for STO in syndication (I turned 48 in July) and I absolutely loved everything they did for it. It wasn't just science fiction, it was a family in space, even just being officers on the bridge of a starship; real or fake didn't matter, it was the interactions. The TOS movies tried to move away from the super-tight Navy style of command, but they didn't get far and I still love all of those movies. When TNG came about, I wasn't sure what to expect? The morning of Encounter at Farpoint, Part I, we were living in San Diego, and there was a 4.something earthquake; I thought it was my Mom shaking me awake, but it was Saturday and I was certain it still wasn't time to watch Star Trek, which I anticipated beyond reason. I told the "air" Mom it wasn't time, yet, and that it was Saturday and I would have my chores done because I wanted to watch Star Trek: The Next Generation that night. Although the interactions with the TNG crew were somewhat spread out and went through multiple separations and iterations, I think I enjoyed those interactions, especially the more mature the show became, more than TOS. The TNG movies were better writing, better, technology, better quality than TOS and, thus, I tend to re-watch those more than TOS, though I still love that original series. Picard has always presented a more mature, more "officer" front to his role, not being the loosey goosey presence of Captain Kirk, though in truth I enjoyed that, as well. When I watched All Good Things... I was numb. I was truthfully psychologically and physically numb. A lot of people, including myself, were that way when Friends ended, but the end of TNG affected me far more than, I think, anyone expected. I was a role-player by then, I loved the stories being told, and I love being challenged to think about the new ideas and the potential answers to old ideas presented each week. Star Trek: The Next Generation became my favorite series of all time, as a result. I won't even turn on Discovery and I'm iffy about the Kelvin time-line films... they're good entertainment, and they fit within Star Trek, but they have their own feel and their own Trek-ness and are not Trek, at the same time. I'm likely not communicating very well. Jason Marchi mentioned that three or four more seasons might have been made from other series' shows that really didn't find their niche, the episodes would have fit better with TNG and, although I would like to agree with him about that, I think TNG ended when it was supposed to, finished on a high note seldom seen in show-closings, and those additional seasons would have dragged out what closed at the right time, unnecessarily. As for addressing Enterprise as very dumb, I have to whole-heartedly disagree with that sentiment... by the end of the fourth season they were really beginning to find their stride, and I think they could and should have gone on for three more seasons. Though I respect Jason's opinion and, I would hope, he respects mine, there are a lot of folks out there who actually loved Enterprise, such as myself, and would liked to have seen it go on longer. Anyway, for Marina Sirtis to express that she was in tears as they were shutting off the lights on the sets is an affirmation that I was not wrong about how I acted for the closing of this television show. I was a 23 year old man when the show closed, and I cried through that night, mourning the death of an old friend.
The next generation was so much better then the original even though I like the original and I felt deep space 9 is totally underappreciated , it's my second favorite star trek series.
Marina Sirtis is an amazing actor, and she was epic in anything to do with Star trek, I've never got the pleasure of meeting her in person, but after watching this interview, she must be amazing as a person!
The wife and I are going through all seven seasons of TNG after going through DS9. TNG, DS9, and Voyager are rock solid. Glad to revisit everything after being a fan in the 80's and 90's. Gives me a chance to see which episodes I missed.
I literally did that!! Just finished binge (re) watching TNG then I continued with the 4 TNG feature films in order😅. And I plan to watch ST Picard now. Just to continue the canon. And same as for TNG - for Picard it's a rewatc😛 because- obviously- I've watched Picard when it has been released. Lol 🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖
@@Seagull_J.Livingston I will tell you as I was told - don't discount DS9. It's a slow burn, but when it gets going, it will hook you in! Plus Warf and O'brien work on DS9, Warf gets married, etc. I also can't wait to rewatch TNG movies and get to Picard.
She said it best- the last director didn't really know Star Trek... JJ Abrams didn't know Star Trek, he admitted he did it as an audition for Star Wars! No more people who don't know the franchise in control of them!
+C. D. Carney I agree. It's true that the Wrath of Khan got off the ground (and flew as high as it did) in part because they'd brought in new blood in the form of the director, Nick Meyers, but he did the professional thing and familiarized himself with the show, and in particular Space Seed, and while there were some plot holes (like Khan recognizing Chekov). There were also other people involved in the making of the film (like Roddenberry and many others) who were deeply involved in Star Trek -- and the result was what many would call the best of the Star Trek movies. (I would personally say the first one was, but I'm weird and I know it.) Also, Meyers wasn't using the Star Trek movie as a jumping off point to another franchise the way Abrams was (which is really unethical, to be frank).
I dont mind the Abrams Star Trek so much. Regardless of how well or poorly people decided he did with them, the old Trek fans would trash it immediately and jeopardize any investment in Star Trek theatrically in the future - potentially could be so be exciting. Now we have Discovery which I had been dying to see and ended up not connecting with it lol. Abrams doesnt even look so bad now right? But I watched it to keep interest going. Hopeful the new series with Stewart will be something to cherish in the ST universe, as was TNG.
I grew up watching TNG, in think off the crew as friends, and love watching interviews like this. Marnia loved the show, they all had a lot of fun. TNG Blu-Ray has good group discussions.
I love all the cast of TNG but theres just something about Marina that gives you that warm feeling that she really loves the cast and show as much as we all do as fans. its really special.
The wonderful Marina Sirtis voiced a character in the epic video game Mass Effect. But I did not know this when I first started playing it. When her character first appeared and I heard her voiced, I nearly jump out of my chair for joy!
"It's a primitive culture. I'm just trying to blend in." LOL! Brilliant! I miss that show so much. Glad I have the entire series & movies on DVD. TNG had such value, and I still hold it close to my heart. It affected me so profoundly. I wish I could shake each actors' hands to truly thank them.
Whenever I see Marina in interviews and at conventions (I was a huge TNG fanboy in the 1990s when I was a teen), I'm always surprised at how different she is from her character. Marina is very Greek and British - she's loud, snarky, blunt, and a lot like "one of the boys" - yet they cast her as the serious, feminine, emotional Troi. In the episode where she went undercover as a Romulan intelligence officer, she was a little more true to Marina's character.
Acting isn't necessarily determined by someone's real life personality. It's a profession. It's a bit like saying, Anthony Hopkins should have played a placid Hannibal Lecter who doesn't eat people. I don't know why people like Marina. She's rude, arrogant and can be very shitty towards fans.
I met Marina at Em Con Nottingham. Very nice lady with a genuine sense of humour and comedy timing. All the TNG panel were good, telling stories and anecdotes like it was the first time. Hope to see them again.
When I was a kid watching the original Star Trek, I really loved the computer technology for some reason. Fast forward, degree in computer science and my entire career working at the largest computer companies e.g. DEC, Netscape alliance,SUNW,Oracle, and Okta. This series inspired millions of people to do more Fun fact: I surfed the internet when there was only 4 web sites using Mosaic browser.
I feel that. The joy and sadness with shows like trek is we have the nostalgia of amazing times, but the sadness of time passing us by. I love this universe to death.
And now she's back in Star Trek. Marina is a school teacher in Star Trek: The Orville. Which, in all of TV and movies for the past ten years or more, is the only Star Trek that has been made.
I would watch a series lead by Nichelle Nichols or George Takai. I much prefer the idea of seeing what these retired officers are up to rather than recasting the thing and replaying the five year mission. Nichelle Nichols as a uhura in a series like murder she wrote would be awesome. Every week on a new planet with strange aliens solving a mystery.
I've been remiss, not sure why it has taken me so long to get here. I love Star Trek and all these characters. Marina I feel your pain, so much talent and material squandered. I need more Trek. : )
I've seen the movies numerous times and own them all in blueray lol and watched all the series numerous times... As of today I'm re-watching voyager... I hope Netflix never removes it.. So I can always go back to it... I love it so much...
Here in 2020! Marina said in the clip that she wandered the sets after the end of the series & film. I pretty much did the same thing at work, the last day of my job at a certain facility, where I had been in the same building for 12 years, just to reflect on my memories there, good & bad, & also my accomplishments & coworkers. This was at night, still could get in with my badge, so just wandered around all alone. It has now been 14 years since that happened.
Such underrated and underutilised actress - in "The Face of the Enemy" (when she posed as Romulan) she proved she had what it takes. Amazing job on fan meetings.
So grateful for Picard S3 to bring these folks back together again. And I've always been a fan of Troi! I wish they had let her be more funny in the series...cause Sirtis is indeed hilarious.
Tanned Willie because you posted "I've seen Marina at conventions several times and have always admired her so much. She always ends her talks by thanking her fans for everything - her house, her car, her husband (she met during the show), her jewelry, the clothes on her very back, etc. Most TV stars are such snotty, demanding prima donas, but Marina is just so classy, genuine and thankful for the way her life has gone. It makes me really sad that she doesn't have opportunities to work with her friends on Star Trek anymore." this little gem before the old comments lost the ability to be interactive, You heard Tanned Willie, Greg Weisman. You want it, we want it, TW wants it. More Gargoyles. Make it happen.
Saw Mrs.Sirtis at a small Hotel Appearance by herself, during the shows final years, the GREATEST, Kindest Lady you could hope to meet. I remember some fan asking her some technical question about the Enterprise as if it were real in total seriousness, I and most of the others there were cringing for Marina, she kindly said, oh I'm sorry but you"d have to ask M. Okuda about that kinda stuff. A total professional on her part when dealing with the people-warm hearted and friendly, I remember she looked right at me, and I got chills that Counselor Troi had seen me, I was so young-it was a BIG THING for me. GOOD TIMES!🌠🎥
She was sexy in the series, and always compassionate, sort of every geek's dream girl. I love the way she hasn't lost her looks at all in the long years since. But then again, Greek women aren't known for losing their looks. If anything, she's grown more beautiful. Troi added the emotion to the show; she was at first just the emotional side of Dr. McCoy, but became a character on her own, and more real than a lot of other women on TV at that time. ("Pretty, emotional and smart? What's that?")
I have always been attracted to Marina in her role as Deanna in Star Trek. I saw many interviews and some bits from Comic con's in the past. Maybe it's because she is between March and April and I am between April and May. She can be very brassy and yet so very warm and conversational at the same time. Beautiful dark hair and Greek looks! Oh well anyway I'm sorry for her loss not so long ago...
Fortunately as cgi technology gets closer to bringing back the youth of our favorite actors and actresses, we will be able to continue these sagas. Imagine TNG continuing with the original cast all over again but with whole new episodes!
My little sister was obsessed with her. Fast forward 30 years, and my sister is now a career counselor at a major university. ❤️
Good improvement i would say.Did she like Data tho?
That's wonderful
Did she get married naked?
Wonderful
A lot of guys were obsessed with neither Diana Troi the character or Marina Sirtis. It's funny because she said she was an ugly awkward child. So to all of a sudden be a sex symbol, it boosted her confidence.
Marina is a very nice Lady. As a favor for a friend of mine, who was also a devoted fan of STNG, she got him for his birthday a complete cast photo personally autographed by everyone. She went out of her way to do this, and for someone Marina didn't even know. I had met her only twice before and very briefly through a mutual acquaintance. It was a very generous thing to do...she's just that kind of a person. My friend passed away at an early age, but he cherished and had that photo framed, and it hung in his home as a precious possession for all the days he had left on earth. All of us, who were his friends, knew how important and what impact this had on his outlook and sense of worth. Her act of generosity and kindness made this unassuming and shy man feel very special in a way that no one else could have done.
How did you possibly make that happen?
@@bls8959
Truly, after just mentioning that he was a devoted fan and desired her autograph; Marina, then all on her own, went above and beyond with this special effort to make his birthday wish come true. She's a very generous and thoughtful person!
Wow, this is so beautiful and sad at the same time...
You're not alone, Marina. I cried when when it was over too. I was a kid then. Now I'm 42 and it still makes me sad.
I remember writing to each one of the cast of STTNG & she is the only one who surprised me not only by answering my letter, but by sending me a signed photo! So this is why Marina Sirtis is my fav of the cast!
A friend of mine went to an autograph signing with her after one of the movies premiered locally. He said he purposely got in line late in hopes she'd see not many people left and take a little more time with him.
Even though he was, as he put it, so nervous he couldn't do anything but sweat buckets and say, "my God, you're even more beautiful in person," she handled everything with grace and a relaxed sense of humor about all of it.
She replied, "so are you," and smiled. She spent the next 18 minutes calmly chatting with him (yes, of course my friend timed it, he paid three other people to record it from around the room). She even laughed at his prepared jokes, and politely thanked him for the compliment.
And then he tried to be smooth and kiss her hand...
... at which point her companion (roughly 6'4" and 245 lbs with about 6% body fat and dressed in full biker leathers and about 7 lbs of large shiny rings on each hand), stepped forward, put one finger between my friend's face and her hand. My friend started to say something in protest of the interference, and then realized that the massive knuckles and rings on the hand near his face were very similar to the massive knuckles and rings on the clenched fist that was about 18in away from his now fading smile.
She handled it with all the grace and class you would expect: she had her companion step back and sit down, which she accomplished by looking at him and placing one index finger on his chest, seemingly guiding him back to his seat, and giving him the most subtle and yet tremendously reassuring nod of her head.
She then turned around and smiled an even bigger smile at my friend, she took his hand into her hand and told him that she wanted him to remember this as a very positive experience, not what had just happened.
She asked him if he wanted an autographed picture, as she was, already, not only signing an autograph but writing several sentences on the front and the back of the picture. She followed writing on the picture by placing a perfectly formed set of lipstick impressions, kissing the signed photo.
Then she reapplied lipstick on her lips, which made about half the men in the room stop talking entirely and just watch,.. and then she shocks everyone in the room by kissing my friend, with an equally lipstick Laden set of beautiful lips as the photo, on each of his cheeks, just above the beard which he had spent over an hour that day trying to shave it is close to the commander Riker beard as he could.
She complemented the beard, saying there is Deanna Troi would love that beard.
It took about six months for my friend to stop incessantly talking about this experience, though I understand his excitement, given that, though many of us in this circle of friends enjoy very much the Star Trek franchise, the TV shows, movies, this friend is on a whole different level. And he still has never shown anyone what she wrote on that picture that she signed with a kiss
@@Metalbass10000 What a lovely story! :)
Tommy theMischiefMaker me too!
This warms my heart 😍I believe the celebs that don't take themselves too seriously light up the sky brighter. Also it proves she's had loving parents who brought her up properly too - what a Star ⭐🎄⭐🎄⭐🎅⭐🎅⭐⛄⭐🌟 (Joan Collins is exactly the same.)
@@Metalbass10000 We know it was really _you_ not your friend AND what a story! *She is a true star* ⭐🎄⭐🎅⭐⛄⭐
She is very well spoken, perhaps the most interesting of the entire cast to listen to. Very insightful and self aware.
I met her at the Dallas Convention 2016. She literally talked to me for half an hour about hiking and hair ( we both have very curly hair) She has the boldest and funniest personality of anyone I have ever met . Love her to death and you can tell she likes meeting her fans.
I met her back in 2004, but it was very quick and I was embarrassed to say much. She was also wearing a low-cut green dress, so I kept looking away. My fan photo has her looking straight at the camera, while I'm almost 30 degrees to the right.
She likes to hike i take it?
How in the world did you get 30 minutes with her? Nobody else in line at the autograph table?
maybe she snuck off the reservation for some dirty damp and deep, haha!
I love curly hair. 😃
I met her in London just by chance and I was wearing a Trek t-shirt and she was so polite knowing I was going to say something trek orientated but as soon as I said I loved her part in NCIS she just said really loud 'oh my god' and hugged me! She was so happy a trek fan was asking about non-trek, she bought me a coffee and we talked for about an hour going from now right back to her Death Wish 3 days.
One of the most amazing hours of my entire life!
You got to have an hour chat session with the counselor. To say i'm envious would be an understatement. She seems like a great person to know.
@@Shane-Singleton She really was, I had a friend from Haringey where she grew up so we talked about the area changing, football (she is a Tottenham Hotspur fan) and her acting career outside of Trek. Such an amazingly down to earth London lass.
@@develynseether4426 And from the sounds of the interview here. A lady who had a very profound love for her role in the Star Trek universe.
Envious... hard not to have a crush on her.... loved her on ST-TNG.... loved her in NCIS as well... just wished she would have smiled more.... she turned out to be more of an antagonist in character, which I wasn't used to...
Yes! That's awesome! With Ziva coming back I wonder if she'll be back.
I remember attending a TNG event at a an airport hotel in Portland, OR in which Ms. Sirtis was the featured guest. She gave a wide ranging narrative about the show, her life, she was very warm giving and engaging with group of fans in attendance. At the end of the event all of the fans filed past a table where she was seated signing autographs and graciously sharing exchanges with the fans. when it was my turn to greet Ms. Sirtis, being mindful of her time she shared with the fans in attendance I said thank you for your time today, or something to that effect, to which she cocked her head to one side as if taken aback not expecting those words, she did not answer me, but I will always remember her kind expression of acknowledgement.
My condolences on the loss of her husband.
Chilliwack56 😔
Im so so sorry... But this series is so positive. A funny can not be ignored. So In my mind the question exists.
"Which one?"...
Chilliwack56 What happened? So beautiful, those events in life suck regardless of income
@@bobishere5278 Never heard the cause but apparently he passed away in his sleep, this was in early December.
@@alfa-psi And on other social media platforms since you never know where they will see them.
As a fan of 30 years, I think one of the things that keeps trek relevant is the real affection these people have for each other. Very rare in any line of work in this life.
Yes, and it wasn’t true in voyager. They didn’t get along well at all. Sad.
I’ve always enjoyed and adored Marina Sirtis and her character Counselor Troi she brings authenticity and grace to whatever she does.
Marina comes across as so genuine. When she said she wandered the sets by herself when the movie was finally over with tears in her eyes, knowing that was the last time she'd see it-what a genuine moment.
She's actually a pretty obnoxious person
The epitome of grace, humour, intelligence, sincerity and sensitivity. Oodles of beauty and a captivating mellifluous voice. I could listen to her all day.
I used to often find the Deanna character irritating, and I wanted her to show her counseling skill dealing with a really tragically damaged character, maybe someone who accidentally caused someone's death, or someone with PTSD, maybe. But ever since, I've come to like Marina Sirtis more and more. She's a warm-hearted and genuine person.
I saw her at a convention right around when TNG ended, and she literally brought the house down with a tearful thank-you to the fans for giving her career. Had a thousand people on their feet, applauding, and not a dry eye in the house.
Funny Marina saying she couldn't do comedy when if you watch her convention appearances she is just so naturally funny.
I've seen Marina at conventions several times and have always admired her so much. She always ends her talks by thanking her fans for everything - her house, her car, her husband (she met during the show), her jewelry, the clothes on her very back, etc. Most TV stars are such snotty, demanding prima donas, but Marina is just so classy, genuine and thankful for the way her life has gone. It makes me really sad that she doesn't have opportunities to work with her friends on Star Trek anymore.
Ironically, I had a different (but no less positive) experience. I saw her at a con panel where she started by admitting that unlike Troy, who is prim & proper, the real Marina is a crass Cockney Brit. Think Eliza Doolittle, cussing and all. But she was definitely a genuine warm person and exceedingly appreciative of the fans. =D
OMG. You're never going to believe this, but I just found the exact panel I attended uploaded to CZcams! =D
czcams.com/video/NdbDfgt7IFc/video.html
DariusQ What a hoot she is... wonderful, warm, down to earth ( literally ). And... on this occasion, something in between a little tipsy and really drunk. But her personality always shines through
8 years later: 'Star Trek legend Marina Sirtis punched fan at convention after rude jibe about appearance'.
LOL
@@BoiledOctopus He accosted her on the way to the toilet to tell her she looked ugly on TV recently. She jabbed him on the arm and berated him.
She has a fantastic voice. I loved her as Demona in Gargoyles. I would cast her in more villain roles in a heartbeart.
*She’s English I am a quarter too!* ⭐️
Makes me wish we could go back in time, I miss seeing all of them every Sunday at 6 pm. This,was the Star Trek of my generation. 😣☺🤗
swacfan100 LOL You said it! That was my pathetic single guy Saturday night; get pizza, watch ST:TNG at 7, Cops at 8
Maybe we can sling shot around the sun to create a time warp?
Marina Sirtis's character was very memorable for me, i loved Deanna Troys soothing compassionate demeaner, The drunk role was indeed a highlite of 1st Contact, one of the better drunk acts ive seen
Heres this reserved counselor. suddenly pie eyed.
What a great sentiment, for Marina to have loved Star Trek and her role that much. Great interview!
I met Marina Sirtis in a convention in Seattle as a young boy with my mother. I remembered her once or twice I talked to her. She did her outstanding job as counselor. 👍🏼
She's very kind. I am now 40 but when I was 13 years old I wrote to her. I left your character so much and just meeting someone on TV who is so kind sort of gave me hope. Actually made me want to major in Psychology so I can help people. One day I wrote her a handwritten letter that was printed and to my surprise she wrote back and sent me an autographed picture. I kept both perfectly preserved. I'll never forget it sadly when I was traveling through Taiwan. I had to leave it behind because I didn't have the money to pay for the extra weight that was in my suitcase
wow that is so cool :) what a great memory :)
It brought tears as she explained how much she enjoyed working STNG.
She speaks her mind and has a heart of gold.
I saw comedy constantly from her throughout her star trek career in her facial expressions. The little smile in response to situations when she picked up on cute or silly things other characters did or said. I would look for that in every episode and movie.
Marina comes across as a real genuine person. I'd love to meet her.
I get the same impression. During her last years, Ms Marina traveled with Mrs. Roddenberry. They were here for the dedication of the Gene Roddenberry Planetium at El Paso Indepent School District Headquarters.
You don't know her very well.
@@Aerojet01 LOL! very true. She's very annoying and overbearing in real life, conversations, panel discussions. she's a hot mess overall. maybe a drunk? not sure but she's a mess.
I've had mixed experiences. First time I met her, she was nice. Hell she let me have a picture with her without the convention charging me an arm and leg (2014). 2nd time: Cynical bitch. She made a comment about my drawing. She randomly walks near me as I'm simply drawing and she says, "The drawing sucks."
I just tossed up my arms, asking, "Did I ever ask you?"
I have ALWAYS wanted to meet her!
Met her in San Francisco, and she is the sweetest person I have ever met. She was so warm and welcoming, funny, and real. I cant wait to see her in Picard. She was a gift in Voyager. Keep up the great work!
I love Star Trek. Especially TNG. It's great to read all the wonderful comments and encounters people has had with Marina.
Loved her character, and she wasn't the only one sad it was over. She's fortunate that Troi's a happy drunk.
Dear Marina,
Thank you for your wonderful words. I have just seen the clip and I wanted to say that for you it may be over but what you all left us is priceless. I’m 51 years old, and Star Trek has been with me since childhood. All the series. And for me it’s never over. It’s a kind of legacy I leave for my kids. It will never be over. Remember that. We will always remember you. I still watch re-runs.
Anyone else watching this After watching the Star Trek Picard Trailer ?
Me!
The picard trailer was pretty uninspiring to me Discoverey looked OK but I didn't watch it.
Yep - Coming here for podcasting content
Me as well!
Emma Bentley YES!!! I was hoping!
I cried at the end if the series too. I miss it so much
Just before starting the viewing of the TNG season 7 last episode, i was close to tears because i knew that was my last TNG new episode to watch. And at the final poker scene, i lost it... Like a child or like a girl.
I was surprised to feel moved so much for a tv series. But TNG always been the best tv show for me. And i know it was far from being perfect. Many flaws and inconsistancies were obvious. But the entire universe, the characters, the plots, the philosophical dilemmas, the noble attitude and the courage of the entire crew, their chemisty... I mean, it will take alot to best that IMO.
Desiree Bannister and half the stories in Voyager could have used to keep ST:TNG alive for three or four more seasons. Murder She Wrote went for 12 season. Next Gen could have too. Cancelling Next Gen was one of the worst decisions. Second worst idea was producing the very dumb Enterprise series.
I was around for STO in syndication (I turned 48 in July) and I absolutely loved everything they did for it. It wasn't just science fiction, it was a family in space, even just being officers on the bridge of a starship; real or fake didn't matter, it was the interactions. The TOS movies tried to move away from the super-tight Navy style of command, but they didn't get far and I still love all of those movies.
When TNG came about, I wasn't sure what to expect? The morning of Encounter at Farpoint, Part I, we were living in San Diego, and there was a 4.something earthquake; I thought it was my Mom shaking me awake, but it was Saturday and I was certain it still wasn't time to watch Star Trek, which I anticipated beyond reason. I told the "air" Mom it wasn't time, yet, and that it was Saturday and I would have my chores done because I wanted to watch Star Trek: The Next Generation that night.
Although the interactions with the TNG crew were somewhat spread out and went through multiple separations and iterations, I think I enjoyed those interactions, especially the more mature the show became, more than TOS. The TNG movies were better writing, better, technology, better quality than TOS and, thus, I tend to re-watch those more than TOS, though I still love that original series. Picard has always presented a more mature, more "officer" front to his role, not being the loosey goosey presence of Captain Kirk, though in truth I enjoyed that, as well.
When I watched All Good Things... I was numb. I was truthfully psychologically and physically numb. A lot of people, including myself, were that way when Friends ended, but the end of TNG affected me far more than, I think, anyone expected. I was a role-player by then, I loved the stories being told, and I love being challenged to think about the new ideas and the potential answers to old ideas presented each week. Star Trek: The Next Generation became my favorite series of all time, as a result. I won't even turn on Discovery and I'm iffy about the Kelvin time-line films... they're good entertainment, and they fit within Star Trek, but they have their own feel and their own Trek-ness and are not Trek, at the same time. I'm likely not communicating very well.
Jason Marchi mentioned that three or four more seasons might have been made from other series' shows that really didn't find their niche, the episodes would have fit better with TNG and, although I would like to agree with him about that, I think TNG ended when it was supposed to, finished on a high note seldom seen in show-closings, and those additional seasons would have dragged out what closed at the right time, unnecessarily. As for addressing Enterprise as very dumb, I have to whole-heartedly disagree with that sentiment... by the end of the fourth season they were really beginning to find their stride, and I think they could and should have gone on for three more seasons. Though I respect Jason's opinion and, I would hope, he respects mine, there are a lot of folks out there who actually loved Enterprise, such as myself, and would liked to have seen it go on longer.
Anyway, for Marina Sirtis to express that she was in tears as they were shutting off the lights on the sets is an affirmation that I was not wrong about how I acted for the closing of this television show. I was a 23 year old man when the show closed, and I cried through that night, mourning the death of an old friend.
The next generation was so much better then the original even though I like the original and I felt deep space 9 is totally underappreciated , it's my second favorite star trek series.
Marina Sirtis is an amazing actor, and she was epic in anything to do with Star trek, I've never got the pleasure of meeting her in person, but after watching this interview, she must be amazing as a person!
Loved her character so much, she was great…loved Star Trek…miss it so much
The wife and I are going through all seven seasons of TNG after going through DS9. TNG, DS9, and Voyager are rock solid. Glad to revisit everything after being a fan in the 80's and 90's. Gives me a chance to see which episodes I missed.
I literally did that!! Just finished binge (re) watching TNG then I continued with the 4 TNG feature films in order😅.
And I plan to watch ST Picard now. Just to continue the canon.
And same as for TNG - for Picard it's a rewatc😛 because- obviously- I've watched Picard when it has been released. Lol
🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖
@@Seagull_J.Livingston I will tell you as I was told - don't discount DS9. It's a slow burn, but when it gets going, it will hook you in! Plus Warf and O'brien work on DS9, Warf gets married, etc. I also can't wait to rewatch TNG movies and get to Picard.
@@holygroove2 hahah, no need to tell me. I've watch DS9 back in the day.
@@Seagull_J.Livingston I slept on it back in the day. We were too hooked on TNG. DS9 is great!
I really miss Star Trek TNG and it’s actors and I’m just a fan. Can’t imagine what it must feel like for her. Life and times do you go past so fast!
I really wish they just did one more thing with this cast, a mini sieries or something, they were all just magical.
IIIJFRIII I feel like the chemistry was finally perfected, by insurrection.
you got your wish see "Picard"
i miss you Minna :'( i miss the tng family so much it hurts, i really do hope they do something to bring it back soon. its been so long
You got your wish :)
Too long....it's not samw without Denise Crosby.
She said it best- the last director didn't really know Star Trek... JJ Abrams didn't know Star Trek, he admitted he did it as an audition for Star Wars! No more people who don't know the franchise in control of them!
+C. D. Carney
I agree. It's true that the Wrath of Khan got off the ground (and flew as high as it did) in part because they'd brought in new blood in the form of the director, Nick Meyers, but he did the professional thing and familiarized himself with the show, and in particular Space Seed, and while there were some plot holes (like Khan recognizing Chekov). There were also other people involved in the making of the film (like Roddenberry and many others) who were deeply involved in Star Trek -- and the result was what many would call the best of the Star Trek movies. (I would personally say the first one was, but I'm weird and I know it.) Also, Meyers wasn't using the Star Trek movie as a jumping off point to another franchise the way Abrams was (which is really unethical, to be frank).
At least the reboot wasn't as "meh" as Nemesis.
Nemesis was decent Trek, the reboot is outright rubbish.
I dont mind the Abrams Star Trek so much. Regardless of how well or poorly people decided he did with them, the old Trek fans would trash it immediately and jeopardize any investment in Star Trek theatrically in the future - potentially could be so be exciting. Now we have Discovery which I had been dying to see and ended up not connecting with it lol. Abrams doesnt even look so bad now right? But I watched it to keep interest going. Hopeful the new series with Stewart will be something to cherish in the ST universe, as was TNG.
If only. The current owners of Star Trek have it in their heads the getting people who don't understand the show is the best thing to do.
And now she's back in Star Trek Picard! We love Marina!
Too bad the series is barely Star Trek.
Out of all the characters I miss Deanna the most... YOU did an excellent job!
It's wonderful to hear about the actress' emotional journey on the Trek which transported so many others.
Always love watching an interview with Marina Sirtis. She's good vibes :D
She’s right, that drunk scene in “First Contact” was hilarious!
sambaritone three shots of something called, tequila. Funny line!
Marina, we love you so much, you are such a treasure.
Pure class. Beauty, dignity, and fun.
That poker scene at the end of Next Gen was sooooo bittersweet. Now I know why.
I grew up watching TNG, in think off the crew as friends, and love watching interviews like this. Marnia loved the show, they all had a lot of fun. TNG Blu-Ray has good group discussions.
I love all the cast of TNG but theres just something about Marina that gives you that warm feeling that she really loves the cast and show as much as we all do as fans. its really special.
The wonderful Marina Sirtis voiced a character in the epic video game Mass Effect. But I did not know this when I first started playing it. When her character first appeared and I heard her voiced, I nearly jump out of my chair for joy!
Play XCOM 2: War of the Chosen. All the main characters are voiced by TNG actors, including Marina.
"It's a primitive culture. I'm just trying to blend in." LOL! Brilliant! I miss that show so much. Glad I have the entire series & movies on DVD. TNG had such value, and I still hold it close to my heart. It affected me so profoundly. I wish I could shake each actors' hands to truly thank them.
That's so deep l won't go into the meaning l am sure you understand 🤔
I was lucky enough to hear her speak at a Trek convention. Lovely gal, good actress, thanks for all the Trek memories.
Whenever I see Marina in interviews and at conventions (I was a huge TNG fanboy in the 1990s when I was a teen), I'm always surprised at how different she is from her character. Marina is very Greek and British - she's loud, snarky, blunt, and a lot like "one of the boys" - yet they cast her as the serious, feminine, emotional Troi. In the episode where she went undercover as a Romulan intelligence officer, she was a little more true to Marina's character.
Yes its called acting.
Spiner, as another example, is more like Lore.
Acting isn't necessarily determined by someone's real life personality. It's a profession. It's a bit like saying, Anthony Hopkins should have played a placid Hannibal Lecter who doesn't eat people. I don't know why people like Marina. She's rude, arrogant and can be very shitty towards fans.
I never liked Troi until she went undercover as a Romulan. A huge fan ever since then!
I LOVE her interviews! I feel like we get to know someone for real.
I met Marina at Em Con Nottingham. Very nice lady with a genuine sense of humour and comedy timing. All the TNG panel were good, telling stories and anecdotes like it was the first time. Hope to see them again.
Thank you for posting this, Marina is always adorable.
When I was a kid watching the original Star Trek, I really loved the computer technology for some reason. Fast forward, degree in computer science and my entire career working at the largest computer companies e.g. DEC, Netscape alliance,SUNW,Oracle, and Okta. This series inspired millions of people to do more
Fun fact: I surfed the internet when there was only 4 web sites using Mosaic browser.
Marina is the beat in my heart and soul.
She seems like a nice, fun lady. A real people person.
I got to meet her at a convention. She was quite funny and entertaining when she talked about her experiences on the show.
I have so much nostalgia for ST:TNG it's almost physically painful.
'Picard' is coming! Just a few more months!
I feel that. The joy and sadness with shows like trek is we have the nostalgia of amazing times, but the sadness of time passing us by. I love this universe to death.
I really miss these people and the fantastic show!
Glad your all coming back. I miss the show and characters.
And now she's back in Star Trek.
Marina is a school teacher in Star Trek: The Orville.
Which, in all of TV and movies for the past ten years or more, is the only Star Trek that has been made.
In all honesty, I could see her being upset. In the movies you could really see she was truly enjoying herself and loving her role.
I’m so empathetic with you on feeling depressed about wrapping up the movie.
They were my family for all these years , miss them
The East End London accent really comes out :D
"This is no time to argue about time. We don't have the time!" What was I saying?
You're drunk 😏
Why wouldn't you just go back in time again and start over
Bring back Star Trek lets have another with the old crew.
@Trixaone at a minimum, Frakes, Spiner and Marina are already scheduled to appear.
I would watch a series lead by Nichelle Nichols or George Takai. I much prefer the idea of seeing what these retired officers are up to rather than recasting the thing and replaying the five year mission. Nichelle Nichols as a uhura in a series like murder she wrote would be awesome. Every week on a new planet with strange aliens solving a mystery.
Wow, after all these years, I am STILL in love with Marina Sirtis!
She's so hot, that Mediterranean thing she has going on is absolutely gorgeous
That looks is Bjoran.
She looks so different now, and it’s not just age. She looks like a different person. She was so hot on the show.
Why am I tearing up? A great series. Glad Star Trek Picard is coming.
She’s a truly genuine person. No Hollywood fakery and attitude.
For those who haven't yet heard, she's back in ST:Picard!
Yea! 'Make it so!'
Did you see Patrick Stewart on The View officially inviting Whoopi Goldberg to join ST:Picard's 2nd season?
It brings her to tears.
I've been remiss, not sure why it has taken me so long to get here. I love Star Trek and all these characters. Marina I feel your pain, so much talent and material squandered. I need more Trek. : )
Seeing this in 2023 makes me even happier that they had Picard Season 3.
I've seen the movies numerous times and own them all in blueray lol and watched all the series numerous times... As of today I'm re-watching voyager... I hope Netflix never removes it.. So I can always go back to it... I love it so much...
Here in 2020! Marina said in the clip that she wandered the sets after the end of the series & film. I pretty much did the same thing at work, the last day of my job at a certain facility, where I had been in the same building for 12 years, just to reflect on my memories there, good & bad, & also my accomplishments & coworkers. This was at night, still could get in with my badge, so just wandered around all alone. It has now been 14 years since that happened.
Such underrated and underutilised actress - in "The Face of the Enemy" (when she posed as Romulan) she proved she had what it takes. Amazing job on fan meetings.
I AGREE THEY DO NOT MAKE THE FULL POTENCIAL OF DEANNA TROI.
its so cool how enthusiastic she is about Star Trek
So grateful for Picard S3 to bring these folks back together again. And I've always been a fan of Troi! I wish they had let her be more funny in the series...cause Sirtis is indeed hilarious.
Don't worry marina, you didn't have to be funny you were just beautiful....and still are
We love you Marina! You'll always be Counselor Troi!
Thank you for a wonderful birthday gift!
Tanned Willie because you posted
"I've seen Marina at conventions several times and have always admired her so much. She always ends her talks by thanking her fans for everything - her house, her car, her husband (she met during the show), her jewelry, the clothes on her very back, etc. Most TV stars are such snotty, demanding prima donas, but Marina is just so classy, genuine and thankful for the way her life has gone. It makes me really sad that she doesn't have opportunities to work with her friends on Star Trek anymore."
this little gem before the old comments lost the ability to be interactive,
You heard Tanned Willie, Greg Weisman. You want it, we want it, TW wants it. More Gargoyles. Make it happen.
I saw her at a convention a couple of months ago too. She was very friendly.
+Android 16 Yes, she's a lovely person.
Now look what you've done, Google. You made them miss the joke.
Saw Mrs.Sirtis at a small Hotel Appearance by herself, during the shows final years, the GREATEST, Kindest Lady you could hope to meet. I remember some fan asking her some technical question about the Enterprise as if it were real in total seriousness, I and most of the others there were cringing for Marina, she kindly said, oh I'm sorry but you"d have to ask M. Okuda about that kinda stuff.
A total professional on her part when dealing with the people-warm hearted and friendly, I remember she looked right at me, and I got chills that Counselor Troi had seen me, I was so young-it was a BIG THING for me.
GOOD TIMES!🌠🎥
Marina we loved you guys just the same so thank you so much for all you did...
She was sexy in the series, and always compassionate, sort of every geek's dream girl. I love the way she hasn't lost her looks at all in the long years since. But then again, Greek women aren't known for losing their looks. If anything, she's grown more beautiful. Troi added the emotion to the show; she was at first just the emotional side of Dr. McCoy, but became a character on her own, and more real than a lot of other women on TV at that time. ("Pretty, emotional and smart? What's that?")
What I liked best about her Troi character was the interactions with her mother... now who can't relate to that? LMAO! ROF! ;-)
8 years later, this is how a beta talks.
Wonderful Interview.Well Done!.
I have always been attracted to Marina in her role as Deanna in Star Trek. I saw many interviews and some bits from Comic con's in the past. Maybe it's because she is between March and April and I am between April and May. She can be very brassy and yet so very warm and conversational at the same time. Beautiful dark hair and Greek looks! Oh well anyway I'm sorry for her loss not so long ago...
I saw her in an episode of Minder,back in the late 70's early 80's.She was beautiful and still is.❤️
watching in 2020. This is lovely.
Fortunately as cgi technology gets closer to bringing back the youth of our favorite actors and actresses, we will be able to continue these sagas. Imagine TNG continuing with the original cast all over again but with whole new episodes!
great shitty CGI and SJW's will ruin that too!
Marina Sirtis gives the best interviews!
She was really good in the new Picard show.
Great Xmas Treat - thank you 🎄🌟🎅⭐⛄🌟🎄
I was in theater, I would always cry after the last show
Of all actress I've seen on screen, Marina is my favorite. She's just so lovable. I wish I could talk to her one day. What a great woman. I love her.
The crew needs to take JJ and tutor him on what Star Trek REALLY is.