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EXCLUSIVE Interview with Drake Bell and Daniella Monet, Stars of A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS

Maj Canton - November 28, 2012

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Timmy learned his lesson in the first live-action movie, and now, in A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS, he's granting wishes for kids everywhere. I'm sure he's thinking, "What could possibly go wrong!?" Well...Timmy never imagined that he'd upset Santa, landing him on The Naughty List -- and possibly ruining Christmas for everyone. Will Timmy be able to fix the sitch before it's too late? Of course, he'll try, and he'll need help from his friend Tootie, fairy godparents Cosmo & Wanda, and fairy god brother Poof.

 

 

A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS premieres on Thursday, November 28, 2012 at 7pm ET/PT on Nickelodeon, with both stars, Drake Bell and Daniella Monet, reprising their roles as Timmy Turner and Tootie. Drake and Daniella took time out of their busy schedules to answer ten questions about Christmas and the new movie. They relived their memorable holiday moments, revealed their fave Christmas songs and movies, and dished about A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS.

 


 

Photo Credit: Ed Araquel/Nickelodeon

Question: What is your favorite holiday movie?


Drake Bell: My favorite holiday movie is HOME ALONE.

 

 

Question: What is the best Christmas gift you have ever received?


Drake Bell: When I was about eight-years-old, I got my very first dog.  It was an American Eskimo and that was the greatest Christmas gift I’ve ever received.

 

Question: What holiday traditions did you have growing up?  Did you leave Santa milk and cookies? Send Santa a list of things you wanted for Christmas?


Drake Bell: Growing up, I loved decorating the tree with my family.  We also got to open one present on Christmas Eve and that was always really exciting.

 

 

Question: What is your favorite part of the holiday season?


Drake Bell: Christmas is my favorite holiday and I love everything that comes with it –- the holiday music, the lights and all the decorations.

 

 

Question: Do you have a favorite Christmas song?


Drake Bell: "Marshmallow World" is my favorite Christmas song.


 

Photo Credit: Ed Araquel/Nickelodeon

Question: What is A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS about?


Drake Bell: In the last live-action movie, Timmy learned that it was better to use his magical fairies to grant wishes for other people and that’s where we find him and his friends at the beginning of this movie.  He’s granting wishes for kids around the world. Timmy thinks he’s doing good deeds but all his wish granting starts to cramp Santa’s style. Unfortunately, that lands him on The Naughty List and now he has to figure out how to get off that list.

 

 

Question: What was your favorite scene in the movie and why?


Drake Bell: My favorite scenes are those that included Santa Claus, because he made me laugh a lot.

Question: How is this movie different that the first live-action Fairly Odd Parent movie?


Drake Bell: Well, this movie takes these characters to a whole new place – the North Pole! I think kids will enjoy taking a peek inside Santa’s workshop.

 

 

Question: Why do you think audiences will enjoy watching this movie?


Drake Bell: This movie is filled with holiday cheer that I think families will enjoy watching together.  It has a lot of heart but also has a lot of humor.    This sequel showcases the zany characters fans of the animated series have grown to love and puts them in a magical setting. I think it’s a winning combination.



Photo Credit: Ed Araquel/Nickelodeon

Question: What is your favorite holiday movie?


Daniella Monet: I love the first SANTA CLAUSE movie with Tim Allen!

 

 

Question: What is the best Christmas gift you have ever received?


Daniella Monet: One year I got a scooter with rubber tires. I thought it so much fun!

Question: What is the best Christmas give you ever gave someone else?


Daniella Monet: Growing up, I loved making picture frames out of Popsicle sticks and puzzle pieces.  I gave one to my parents and it felt like it was the ultimate Christmas gift!

 

 

Question: What holiday traditions did you have growing up?  Did you leave Santa milk and cookies? Send Santa a list of things you wanted for Christmas?


Daniella Monet: I loved leaving Santa homemade cookies and a glass of milk. Occasionally, I'd leave a few carrots or sprinkle oatmeal on the front lawn for the reindeers. I tried every night to stay up and catch of glimpse of him, but I always ended up falling asleep.

 

 

Question: What is your favorite part of the holiday season?


Daniella Monet: My favorite part about the holiday season is driving around and seeing Christmas lights, listening to Christmas music, and getting together with my family.

 

 

Question: Do you have a favorite Christmas song?


Daniella Monet: I always loved "Jingle Bells" when I was little because I knew every word and could sing along.


 

Photo Credit: Ed Araquel/Nickelodeon

Question: What is A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS about?


Daniella Monet: Timmy and Tootie continue to grant wishes, but Timmy ends up taking it a little too far. With so many wishes granted and Christmas quickly approaching, Santa doesn't seem to have much to do. Timmy ends up on The Naughty List and he has to take a long journey to visit the only elf that can take him off the list. And they have to do it before Christmas!

Question: What was your favorite scene in the movie and why?


Daniella Monet: I loved filming on our North Pole set. It made me so nostalgic! The sleigh was beautiful - just as I'd imagine Santa's sleigh would look like and the Toy Shop was top notch! I took some of the stuffed animals home with me as a souvenirs.


Question: How is this movie different that the first live-action Fairly Odd Parent movie?


Daniella Monet: The second movie was different in so many ways. In the second movie, we filmed up in the snowy mountains.  It was cold but so beautiful. We also had some fun new additions to the cast. I loved Tootie's snow attire and the all-around Christmas-y atmosphere!

 

 

Question: Why do you think audiences will enjoy watching this movie?


Daniella Monet: I think audiences will love this movie. My favorite part of the Christmas season is the Christmas movies! Not only is it festive, but it's and touching with a fun, adventurous plot! A great movie for the whole family!

 

 

Question: Do you think you’re on Santa’s "Nice" or "Naughty" List?


Daniella Monet: Easily the NICE LIST! =)


 

To get ready for Thursday's world premiere of A FAIRLY ODD CHRISTMAS, check out this sneak peek: