I am Molly Ringwald. AMA

KraVok · 1 year

Hi Molly!

I read this on IMDB about breakfast club:

"John Hughes almost fired Judd Nelson because of his negative attitude towards Molly Ringwald off camera. Paul Gleason convinced Hughes that Nelson was a great actor and was merely trying to stay in character."

Is this true? What kind of behavior was going on? How has this impacted the making of the movie?

mamacrocker · 1 year

Although I was a faithful Brat Pack follower, my favorite role of yours was in The Stand. How was filming a mini-series and portraying such a gritty character? I thought you made a terrific Fran.

ALSO (forgot) - I still have a great picture of you in a cute hat and floral suspenders. Did you always have such an individual style, or was it something you developed through wearing different costumes?

accioc · 1 year

How did you manage to get hotter with age?

MysticHeatedWine · 1 year

Hey, is it true you were offered to be the "Pretty Woman" but declined so Julia Roberts took the part?

MandiOttawa · 1 year

Have you ever seen the family guy episode that references you? If so what did you think.

operationhotbrother · 1 year

Best story from behind the scenes of Breakfast Club?

Glenn-Rubenstein · 1 year

Given your history growing up with Adam Carolla, is there any chance that you'll be a guest on his podcast? He has had nothing but nice things to say about you and your family.

Thank you.

burnzkid · 1 year

Well, the only question I've had on my mind:

How did you get your start in acting, and when? What started your interest in it?

Also,

I'm here to answer all of your questions about Rampart.

ONE OF US.

docandersonn · 1 year

Hi Molly, thanks for doing this! I have a few questions:

Do you and Jon Cryer hang out at all?
Your rendition of "Let's Do It, Let's Fall in Love" for the Secret Life is interesting in that it sounds a little sarcastic. Was that your intention? Also, did you pick which song would be the Secret Life theme?
What is it like working with Steve Schirripa?
How has your work as a teen star in the 80s affected your role on Television today?

Also, I should mention that I'm a straight male in my twenties, and I watch Secret Life every week with my lady-friend.

Frajer · 1 year

Can you still do the lipstick trick from The Breakfast Club? Are you team Duckie or team Blaine?

Jarslow · 1 year

I read recently that you once said the following: "I think I was blessed to be given the opportunity to be in those [Brat Pack] movies. I think they're great movies, and I'm proud of my work in them. But on the other hand, to talk about something I did so long ago when I have continued to work and do other things is a little tiring. I just get bored. I keep going back to those movies when I don't have anything new to say about them."

Assuming that much of what you'll be asked here will be some of the same questions you've heard countless times before, why did you agree to do this Ask Me Anything?

DaymanX · 1 year

Thank you for doing this AMA! I've followed your career since the Facts of Life and actually saw Spacehunter in theaters (in old-school 3D).

I'm sure you get these sorts of questions a lot, but any answers are MUCH appreciated:

There have been rumors in the media and on various websites for years about sequels to Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink, and the Breakfast Club. With the very sad passing of John Hughes, is it safe to assume that these projects are definitely not happening? Also, how far were these ideas actually developed before his death, and can you shed any light on the various plots that were proposed?

Thanks again!

ghostbackwards · 1 year

1. Who is your favorite Mad Men character?
2. What are your thoughts on current teen stars who have twitter and facebook as outlets? How will they ever have privacy? Teen stars in the 80's had mail fan clubs but these kids are tied to the fans minute by minute. How will they get over that?
3. Do you remember Max Showalter? He lived in my small town and as a kid I always thought he was the coolest dude because he got to tell you a knock knock joke. He was a rad old man.
4. Has your husband ever worn a sweater vest like Jake Ryan and wooed you?
5. Have you ever been told on the street why someone would want to steal a screw?

JayWrizzle · 1 year

How was the guest appearance on Psych? How much time goes into preparing for a guest appearance?

Neuralism · 1 year

Hi Molly! As a 26 year old that is finally graduating from college as of this past week, I'd first like to thank you for giving me so many movies to watch over and over as a way of de-stressing throughout the years. Since I no longer have assigned reading for the first time in my life, can you give me a book recommendation that would pair nicely with your own book?

Bonus question: As someone that wasn't cognizant of fashion in the 80s, I have to ask - can you share your thoughts on Andie's infamous prom dress?

illustratingreddit · 1 year

http://i.imgur.com/akj28.jpg

AndyRooney · 1 year

Hi Molly,

First, condolences regarding John Hughes. He sounded scary smart (by Hollywood standards) and it sounded like you two had a really complicated relationship. Questions:

What was it like to be the focus of so much attention at an age when most of us are just trying to sort out who we are?

Knowing everything you know now and everything you experienced, would you allow your daughters to go through that level of fame as teens?

If you were forced to pick just one of your "bratpack" films to re-watch for old times sake, which would it be; 'Sixteen Candles', 'Pretty in Pink' or 'The Breakfast Club?'

Edit: missed this part:

I'm here to answer all of your questions about Rampart.

Can you answer my question about prom?

ftball21 · 1 year

There's a zombie apocalypse, who would be in your group and what weapons would you use?

Etch_A_Sketcher · 1 year

Hi Molly. Are you interested in an etch a sketch portrait? It'll have to wait until I get home from work :\

edit: http://i.imgur.com/laqdX.jpg

edit2 for the classic 'do: http://i.imgur.com/251Qz.jpg

BinderGang · 1 year

Hi Molly! First off, I must apologize. You see, I am the person who submitted the AMA request both on Reddit and on Twitter.

I feel responsible for the # of questions you're about to endure from all. With that said, my original 5 questions!

1) You have been in so many classics. Which is your favorite? Which was the most fun to be in?
2) Do you still keep in touch with any of your co-stars from the Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink, etc? If so, who?
3) Most insane fan encounter, both when you were a huge star in the 80s and now as folks run into their teen crush?
4) Can you tell us where you stumbled across the fountain of youth being that you look as if you have not aged a day?
5) How did you discover Reddit?

fargochipper · 1 year

Thanks for doing this AMA!

I just bought a ring last week for my girlfriend, and I was wondering on your thoughts about how to ask her? She is a huge fan and I would be able to convince her "Molly told me to do it!".

MegaCoolMan · 1 year

What's your favorite short cameo scene you've been in? My personal was "Not Another Teen Movie"....I lost my shit at the airport scene.

rightsaidred · 1 year

Would it be possible for you to stop looking like me? /jk.

Seriously, at least once a week I hear from SOMEONE "Do you know who you look like?"

I have begun to answer, "Since I don't think you know my mother, you must be referring to Molly Ringwald."

This pic is 2 years old, but I don't look that different: http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u233/cybele24/before.jpg

yaygordo · 1 year

Is Judd Nelson a good kisser? I need to know for scientific purposes.

iammollyringwald · 1 year

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norris528e · 1 year

Approximately how many times did you say the word "sex" during The Secret Life of American Teenager?

mrwoolery · 1 year

Molly, I just wanted you to know that you made a difference in someone's life. My partner, Mike, idolized you. He loved your work, and was lucky enough to have been able to see you in person when you did your live show in Long Beach a couple years ago. Sadly, he passed away in 2010, but you should know that you brought light into his life during those fleeting minutes when he was in the same room as you. Thank you.

failgiraffe · 1 year

Do you ever think "I'm Molly Fucking Ringwald" when you wake up? How do you deal with being so awesome?

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