Author: Audrey Fine
Published by: Seventeen
Publication Date: May 1, 2006
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This interview profiles actress Lauren Collins during a peak period of her career, as she simultaneously appeared in new episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation on The N and made her feature-film debut opposite Antonio Banderas in Take the Lead. The conversation contrasts Collins’ real-life personality with her outspoken character Paige Michalchuk, highlighting the long-term impact of portraying the role for over five years.
The article also offers insight into the close-knit nature of the Degrassi cast, with Collins citing strong friendships formed on set, as well as addressing fan curiosity about off-screen romances. Beyond Degrassi, Collins discusses her love of fashion, music, concerts, and film, situating her as a typical teenager navigating sudden visibility in the public eye.
Originally published online on May 1, 2006, by Seventeen magazine as part of its celebrity interview series.