There was wine when we recorded this podcast:  http://thefortcast.com.  Just sayin'.

Excited for my 3rd Dam Short Film Festival next weekend!

This year I have 2 films in:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IklQ8vgW4lg&list=PL4941DD9CF3E78893&index=12

in the comedy block, and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0uQ1vtn3pc&list=PL4941DD9CF3E78893&index=2

in with the "underground/naughty!"

If you've never seen them, have a look...

Or come see them/me in Vegas, baby!

TODAY! 1-2pm PST.  Listen to me talk live on the radio on "Name-Dropping with Jason Stuart!"  It will then repeat on the Radio Network Fri at 7pm PST.  Or you can just listen to it archived here anytime:  http://radiotitans.com/shows/name-dropping-with-jason-stuart

Latest interview, with some pretty juicy (pinhead) admissions, like not watching television and sleeping through that which I do:  http://www.areyouscreening.com/2013/01/28/american-horror-storys-pepper-naomi-grossman-talks-characters-not-watching-tv-and-more

Made "Best of Story Worthy" this week--

that's a hilarious, weekly, storytelling podcast.  

Hear mine here:  http://bit.ly/VaYJBs 

Telling a funny, sexy story on stage at the 

Northwestern University Entertainment Alliance's 

upcoming storytelling event.  (Kinda like a "Moth.") 

That's Thurs., Feb. 7 in Hollywood; 

FREE for NUEA members, $5 for all others.  

Complimentary drinks and desserts before and after! 

http://loveandthenuea.eventbrite.com/

Appearing on "The Sheena Metal Experience" on LA Talk Radio today, 5-7pm PST.  Call-in with questions, or just say hi!:  818-602-4929.  Listen at http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php

After years of competing with cat videos on YouTube, I conceded...  Now I send a 30-second "Hello, Brazil" in my painful, pinhead-Portuguese, and it has thousands of hits overnight:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bBoe5bomzks

Chit-chatting AHS with "Clevver News:" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5Os5kwUam8

Piping hot babe & pepper sandwich.

Brazil has Pepper fever! And I have a headache from all these interviews in Portuguese! Somebody gimme an aspirin and a caipirinha!
http://americanhorrorstorybrasil.com/exclusivo-entrevista-com-naomi-grossman#.UP13sKV7HS8

Latest interview all about my makeup:
http://www.nycastings.com/dmxreadyv2/blogmanager/v3_blogmanager.asp?post=actorsandextremespecialeffectsmakeup

Did a very cool interview with this Hungarian blog--
posting the English version here: https://sorozatraktar.wordpress.com/2013/01/18/interview-with-naomi-grossman/
And one for you Hungarians too: https://sorozatraktar.wordpress.com/2013/01/18/interju-naomi-grossmannel/

HORROR FANS! Are you near Toronto/Detroit/Buffalo? I'm slated to attend Fangoria Magazine's "Shock Stock" in April... Would love to scare you there!  http://www.fangoria.com/index.php/home/all-news/1-latest-news/8387-qamerican-horror-storyq-actress-and-qthe-broodq-alumni-join-shock-stock-2013

Pepper is BIG in BRAZIL! 

http://ahsbrazil.com/entrevista-exclusiva-a-naomi-grossman-pepper

IT'S WEDNESDAY!  

Won't you watch AHS?  

It makes Pepper sooo happy!

Headed to my first celebrity "gifting."  Excited!

Having trouble tracking down pics from the 

Golden Globes FOX party last night... 

But THIS was my dress:

  

http://nataliafednerdesign.com/Gallery/Pages/fashion_design.html

Fun in the FOX party photo booth with 

AHS production supervisor, James Williams!

This is what Jane Lynch looked like tonight 

when she learned I play "Pepper."

Had a blast last night recording "The Fort" podcast.  

Episode details forthcoming!

Just got recognized naked at the gym.  Time to lob off the hair nob and work off that Pepper-pooch!

Very excited for the AHS wrap party tonight.  Then Sunday... Golden Globes!

Just booked my first "personal appearance" gig.

My duties:  sit pretty and sign autographs.

SHOCK STOCK, Ontario, Canada-- here I come!

I swear I'll stop-- something tells me George Clooney isn't blogging about this on his website-- though I only relatively recently quit cleaning the bathroom for free classes at my yoga studio.  So I'm gonna enjoy this:

I might be officially famous...
Someone just tweeted me a picture of her vagina.
Isn't that the touchstone?  Anonymous genitalia?

Look what the Three Kings brought me!

Well, that confirms it:  Kids, stay in school!  Finally used all that Portuguese I took in a Brazilian interview:  http://mundoahs.com/2013/01/entrevista-de-naomi-pepper-exclusiva.html 

6 months ago, this would have sent me into the ethers.  

It's still pretty freakin' cool.

ATTENTION BRAZILIAN PEPPER FANS:  MundoAHS is sponsoring a "We Love Pepper" contest!  Submit your best Pepper art, photos, videos, etc., showing your love for Pepper.  Deadline is 1/18, send to MundoAHS@gmail.com.

http://www.mundoahs.com/2013/01/mostre-seu-amor-para-pepper.html#

ATENCÂO FÂS DE PEPPER:  MundoAHS apresenta o projeto "We love Pepper!" Tire uma foto ou envie um vídeo que demonstre o seu amor por Pepper.   Data limite 18/1, enviar para MundoAHS@gmail.com.

Struggling not to appear a publicity whore here, but here's another, REALLY GREAT interview: http://www.trulydisturbing.com/index.php/2013/01/04/naomi-grossman-reveals-american-horror-storyasylum/

Talking to LA LA Land (internet radio) at noon PST. You can watch it live at www.latalklive.com or later (archived) at www.latalklive.com/new/la-la-land.  The viewer call-in line is (323) 247-7443, so feel free to call in with questions!

Talk about batsh*t-bananas, here's my interview with the Huffington Post:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/04/pepper-american-horror-story-naomi-grossman_n_2405599.html

I especially like the guy whose "boner is confused:"  http://gawker.com/5972905/jessica-lange-performing-the-name-game-was-the-best-thing-on-television-last-night

In this interview, Ryan Murphy calls me "PURE COMIC DELIGHT."  Multiple, spontaneous orgasms ensued.  http://insidetv.ew.com/2012/12/13/american-horror-story-ryan-murphy-the-coat-hanger-exclusive/

Oh, snap!

"Wigga Pleaze!" and "Yes" have just been accepted into this year's Dam Short Film Festival!

Namaste 2013!

Hey world! Here I am without hair or makeup, becoming Pepper at "Son of Monsterpalooza."  (Doubly scary!) http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=237494353051297&set=vb.265224094733&type=2&theater

Tune in for my interview with Roaring Success Radio!

TODAY! Wednesday, Dec. 26 @ 9am PST.

Listen: http://www.rsuccessradio.com 

or http://castlerockradio.com

Call in: 888-321-7234

OMG, THIS GRINCH'S HEART JUST GREW 3 SIZES!
SO DOPE!

I got my gift early!

SANTA COMES TONIGHT!
THEN PEPPER, A WEEK FROM WEDNESDAY!

Really?!  The Sunday night before Christmas Eve and I get an audition from a rep I'm not even signed with?  And here we thought Hollywood had shut down!  Bahahahahahaha!!!

23 years after joining SAG, I finally made health insurance.  Never so thrilled to pay a premium!

Survived a solid month of whirlwind meetings and finally signed with a fantastic manager.  Bring on 2013!

PEPPER'S BIG IN SPAIN!
http://www.formulatv.com/noticias/28434/naomi-grossman-actriz-sufre-cambio-radical-para-convertirse-pepper-american-horror-story/

"Breakout character of the season?" And I don't even think they mean my post-makeup face! http://alienbee.net/exclusive-interview-actress-naomi-grossman-talks-american-horror-story-asylum/

This is Asylum-insane. There's a group lobbying to have me host SNL:  http://www.facebook.com/groups/319880784791777/
I, of course, would be cool with just an audition!

SERIOUSLY?!?!?!

TO ALL THOSE ACTING TEACHERS 

WHO TOLD ME NOT TO PUSH IT:

Hilarious photo recap of tonight's episode:  http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-the-coat-hanger-review-shes-back-photo-recap-30269/

I especially like the "very attractive, funny, funny, funny, young actress" part!  http://www.brandonsun.com/entertainment/breaking-news/american-horror-story-makeup-effects-crew-have-unique-freedom-in-industry-183030721.html?thx=y

I love it when a reporter asks questions, then reports the answers!  http://www.examiner.com/article/a-conversation-with-american-horror-story-asylum-s-naomi-grossman

Ryan Murphy acknowledges Pepper as a fan favorite in the Huff Po:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/06/american-horror-story-pepper_n_2250297.html
SCHWING!!

WOW!  Just made Entertainment Weekly's "Best of 2012!"
http://popstyle.ew.com/2012/12/04/american-horror-story-asylum-naomi-grossman/

Not entirely accurate, but perhaps any press is good press?  http://www.taosnews.com/entertainment/article_32c840c4-3cc1-11e2-91f3-0019bb2963f4.html

OR you can see me ho-out live...

See me ho-out on the big screen at 

the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival!

"Wigga Pleaze!" screens NEXT TUESDAY, 12/4 @4:15 

at the New Beverly Cinema 

(7165 W. Beverly Blvd, just west of La Brea).  Link UP!

If you're gonna wind up on the side of a milk carton, 

THIS is the way to go.

Another tween dream realized: my own techno song! http://youtu.be/M2KQrV4jbBo

This "brave" and "beautiful actress" business just never gets old! (Though perhaps I should speak for myself.) http://horrorboom.com/tag/naomi-grossman-interview/

Great. Now the whole world thinks I have a speech impediment. Enjoy my slurred interview and super cool behind-the-scenes footage!

In case anyone's shopping for wigs this Black Friday: http://www.mcwigs.com/blog/actress-naomi-grossman

Taking gratitude to whole other level this year...

Though I am PARTICULARLY thankful IT'S MAKEUP!

For those who missed it earlier tonight, here's "The Insider" segment, featuring my magical makeup transformation:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=300374843408101

For added enjoyment, drink every time they say "beautiful actress!"

TOMORROW NIGHT!  Pepper's on "Entertainment Tonight's" sister show, "THE INSIDER."  That's Wednesday, 11/21 on CBS (channel 2?) and again at 9:30pm on KCAL9.  Check local listings!

(Segment will include my completely loopy interview, highlights of the SPFX makeup transformation, and maybe even my big head shave -- also viewable here: http://youtu.be/HHcgVOt1aao ).

OMG I JUST DIED!!

MY BIG HEAD SHAVE ON YOUTUBE!:  http://youtu.be/HHcgVOt1aao

Also featuring Emmy award winning hair stylist Monte C. Haught, as well as AHS makeup magi Eryn Krueger Mekash, Jason Hamer, and Mike Mekash.  Hair was later donated to Locks of Love.

I just received my first fan GIFT! Thank you to http://www.michaelspirito.com for sharing your talent and craft with me!

My interview with "Monsters & Critics":
http://www.monstersandcritics.com/smallscreen/features/article_1706572.php/American-Horror-Story-Asylum-exclusive-Naomi-Grossman-s-amazing-transformation-to-Pepper

"Wigga Pleaze!" has been accepted into the 2012 Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival!

I'm really enjoying being in this new sorority ;)

I smell an endorsement deal!

I just got recognized for the first time on the street from AHS.  I was experiencing mixed feelings of pride and self-revulsion, when my new fan emailed me the sweetest message and photo:

"Hey Naomi,

Thank you so much for making my day!  I just wanted to let you know that you're Hilarious!  Hopefully our paths will cross again either on the screen or stage.  Here is the photo we took.  If you are ever looking for any teen actors for Red Meat Entertainment Sketches, I'd love to audition!"

A rollicking recap of last night's Nor'easter (too soon?!):
http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-noreaster-review-thar-she-blows-photo-recap-29978/

An interesting review of Pepper's role in AHS:  http://tvandpop.com/2012/10/30/ahs-asylum-and-the-problem-of-freaks-tod-browning-1932/, with a nice nod to me:

"Chaney came immediately to mind when I went to Grossman's website, where I learned more about her work as a writer and actor.  It's uncanny, like she's channelling Lon Chaney..."

MY STARmeter is up to 362 on IMDb. WHAT IS GOING ON??!! http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1303594/

Had a blast at "Son of Monsterpalooza" today!

Another hilarious recap from this week's episode, this time with an animated Pepper!

http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-tricks-and-treats-review-the-demon-and-the-tramp-photo-recap-29919/

I try not to get political, but...

LANGE AND I ARE GOING HEAD TO PINHEAD TONIGHT IN "AHS ASYLUM." Get committed: Wednesdays @ 10pm on FX.

Here's a very silly photo-recap of last week's episode, with a nice mention of my girl, Pepper:
http://www.tv.com/news/american-horror-story-asylum-premiere-review-butt-seriously-folks-photo-recap-29860/

On THE FRONT PAGE of the Huffington Post:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/22/american-horror-story-asylum-pepper-naomi-grossman_n_2001114.html?utm_hp_ref=tv

Debates and Pepper!  Weeeeee!!!

Wow, so glad I took Portuguese... Pepper is BIG in Brasil!:
http://americanhorrorbr.blogspot.com.br/2012/10/review-de-american-horror-story-asylum.html

And I quote: "Pepper já foi eleita a coadjuvante mais assustadora de toda a história da televisão americana."

Translation: "Pepper was voted the scariest helper in the history of American television!"

I no longer have to worry about friends posting incriminating photos of me of fb...  

They've got NOTHING on the ones strangers post on Instagram!

Straight out of Briarcliff! If Sister Jude asks, this is where I'll be:http://www.monsterpalooza.com/sonofmonsterpalooza/index.html

PEPPER TWEET! https://twitter.com/Pepper_AHS

Wow! A record 3.85 MILLION viewers tuned into AHS last night. If you're one of the few who missed it, here's recap, with a nice nod to my character, "Pepper:" http://collider.com/american-horror-story-season-2-episode-1-recap/204054/

Why, YES, Mitt. I AM better off than I was 4 years ago!

My interview with OTRC.com: http://www.ontheredcarpet.com/video?id=8848574

Phenomenal premiere last night!

The season's off to a sensational start!

Don't blink!

  And my job here is done!

"Wigga Pleaze" screens at the Wilshire Screening Room (8670 Wilshire Blvd. #112; Beverly Hills) next Monday, Sept. 17 at 8pm.  Come early (7pm) for a catered reception, and stay late (till 11pm) to network with the NUEA!

"As coming-of-age stories go, this one is not particularly powerful or incisive.  However, Grossman is such a charismatic performer that we don’t care.  We are riveted to her every word and gesture during this 45-minute theatrical treat.  Briskly directed by Richard Embardo, “Girl in Argentine Landscape” is well worth a trip to the Gene Frankel Theatre." 
-Backstage

"A wonderful and endearing tale of self exploration...

Grossman is very talented -- her solo performance is entertaining and energetic while her script is humorous and witty...

...Her performance is thoroughly engaging and tremendously sincere... At times, the acting felt so natural and candid, that I found myself almost thinking of Naomi as a friend.

While this play does raise some interesting questions about identity, it is ultimately light-hearted and fun: you’ll come out feeling good about yourself and of course, wanting to travel to Argentina."  

-Theatre Is Easy

http://www.theasy.com/Reviews/FringeFestival/2012/girlinargentinelandscape.php

4 STARS FROM TIME OUT NEW YORK!
http://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/girl-in-argentine-landscape

OK. Random!  Was nominated for "best female short filmmaker" by the Action on Film Festival! (Screening this weekend!)

FANTASTIC OPENING IN NYC LAST NIGHT!  

Only 3 more shows to go:
WED 8/15 @8PM
FRI 8/17 @4PM
TUES 8/21 @9:45PM
(Note: the 8/23 performance has been cancelled... 

Hollywood calls!)