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Interview with Natalie Alyn Lind

Natalie Alyn Lind is best known for playing Dana on ABC’s hit comedy, The Goldbergs, but also had guest roles on One Tree Hill, Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place, and Nickelodeon’s iCarly. Natalie recently sat down with Glitter Magazine to talk about her recent roles, her upcoming plans for 2015, charities near and dear to her heart, her pig collection, and what it was like coming from an acting family. Read on to find out more about this talented actress!

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GLITTER: When did you first start acting?

NATALIE: My first job was a children’s motivational video. I sat in a a tree and had to look like I was dreaming about my future…at two!  But my first “real” job was playing a bratty kid on One Tree Hill.  After that, I knew I was hooked.

GLITTER: Is it true you come from an acting family? Has that helped you with your roles?

NATALIE: Yes! This is true, I’m the oldest of three girls. My mom, dad, and sisters are all in the industry. Our friends call us the traveling circus, because we’re constantly on the run.  My family helps me with my roles all the time. Whenever I get a new script, we all talk about it, and go over lines together. We all just kind of “get it” – nobody feels left out.

GLITTER: What’s it like acting on ABC’s The Goldbergs? Who do you play?

NATALIE: I love being a part of The Goldbergs. Our show is based in the 80’s, so it makes it even more fun. I play Dana Caldwell, Adam’s girlfriend. Dana is the girl next door who is trying to find her way through high school and her relationship with her first boyfriend.  I really like Dana – she’s the girl I aspire to be – super sweet, but not a goody two shoes.

GLITTER: If you could ask anyone dead or alive one question, who would you ask, what would you ask them, and why?

NATALIE: I have always been a mega fan of Kurt Cobain, so I would love to sit down with him and pick his brain about his career, his music -maybe ask him what inspired him in life.  I would have loved to have met him.

GLITTER: Do you have a secret crush on anyone?

NATALIE: I have a huge crush on Johnny Deep – he’s of course BEAUTIFUL- haha- but he also works with over 18 charities.  That makes him even more attractive.

GLITTER: What is one thing you can’t live without and why?

NATALIE: I couldn’t live without my dog, Georgie.  When I work out of town, sometimes she stays home, and I can’t tell you how my heart misses her! She’s my best friend – always there for me when I get home, ready to snuggle.  No matter how my days goes, I know I can depend on her – she’s my stability.

GLITTER: Tell us more about your pig collection.

NATALIE: Ever since I was little, I’ve had a huge obsession with pigs. Over the years, every time I travel I collect a pig. I now have 5 full shelves of different pigs haha.  My first Halloween costume was Piglet from Winnie the Pooh.  AND, I’ve never eaten one bite of pork in my life!

GLITTER: What charities do you hold near and dear to your heart and why?

NATALIE: I’m very close with Make-A-Wish. I have been working with them for about five years now.  Meeting the kids with Make-A-Wish makes me realize how much we all take our health for granted.  Being involved with this charity gives me a feeling of “giving back” and keeps me grounded and grateful for what I have.

GLITTER: What is your favorite part about the winter season?

NATALIE: I love being with my family and playing in the snow – anything snow!  Sledding, skiing, snow angels, snowmen, snowball fights… Sadly, living in LA , it’s usually pretty sunny for the holidays, so we travel to Chicago every year,  where my Mom’s family lives,  to get my snow fix.

GLITTER: What do you have planned for the upcoming year? 

NATALIE: Our family is pretty crazed right now (in a good way) because we’re all working on different shows.  Hopefullly, we’ll all end up in one place at the same time at some point, so we can take a little family vacation.  I’ve been looking into Bora Bora – one of us will have to book a job there so we have an excuse to go!

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