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I'm Jennifer but most people just call me Jen. I'm a girl who loves creating. I like to take the complicated and make it simple. I like to write songs that tell a story and perform them on stages for people to hear. In those moments when I'm on stage with my band, I feel at home. It's really an addicting feeling. I have been performing for audiences since I was 5 and my first album was released when I was 9. I was just a kid who loved to sing and it was a lot of fun. I remember hearing myself on the radio for the first time and being amazed. It was pretty surreal. That was the first time I was on tv too. I was being interviewed and I was so nervous that my only responses were (being a good southern girl) "yes sir" and "no sir". Speaking of the south, I was born and spent most of my childhood in south Alabama. I love that I have southern roots. When I was 10, my family moved to the Seattle area and it was a major culture shock. It took a while to get used to the rain but I have grown to love the pacific Northwest and am glad that I'm able to call it 'home" as well as Alabama.
I love to travel. If I'm in any one place too long, I feel a little antsy. But, after I'm gone for a while, I miss the familiarity of my little town. I miss going to coffee with friends and running into people I know in the grocery store. I miss my friends and family. After a while on the road, I definitely look forward to getting home and reconnecting with those I love and getting back in the swing of things.
Musically, I'm still pursuing stuff. I already have some things scheduled this year. But, I'm not pushing it as hard because acting has really taken over my time and energy. I'm seeing a lot of doors open for me in my acting career and so I'm just going where momentum takes me. I've realized that being in front of a camera is another place where I feel at home. I'm not giving up on the music stuff, I'm just focusing more attention on the acting. Last year alone, I was in two stage musicals, took some improv classes at Ryan Stiles' Upfront Theater, starred in 2 independent films, acted in various commercials and corporate films including companies like Microsoft and Verisign and I did some voice over work. I have many other great opportunities on the horizon for 2011 and I can't wait to see how it plays out. So, that's why even though the plan was to get my CD out this past year, I never did. I had no time. The songs are all written and eventually it will get done, but for now, I'm enjoying sharing my music through live shows.
A couple of things about me which you may or may not care to know... haha! I am fiercely loyal....like to a fault. I think Inn-n-Out Burger restaurants should be on every corner. I'm addicted to sweet tea. Like find me a 12-step program addicted. On a recent trip to the south, I discovered that there is sweet tea EVERYWHERE! Yep, heaven on earth, I tell ya. My convictions and faith are the most important thing to me, and coming in a close second is my family. I could write a whole book on how awesome my family is, but I will spare you (for now :). I'm not a private person at all, but as I'm getting more involved in the entertainment industry, I'm having to learn how to keep some stuff private..it's really not that easy for me because I'm the kind of girl that has no secrets and never meets a stranger.
I love sunshine especially since I'm cold almost all of the time. I love white sand and staring at the Gulf of Mexico. I tend to ramble uncontrollably in awkward situations or when I'm nervous. I have an inner neat freak that is dying to get out....it rarely does. I LOVE to eat. I'm very optimistic. I'm a sympathetic cryer..if someone is crying, then I am too. I'm easily convinced that whatever the infomercial is selling, I need it. I love being around funny people who make me laugh. Red is my favorite color. I have a new puppy, named Spike. I never thought I was a dog lover, but Spike has changed that. I really like organizing things. In fact, when I walked into The Container Store for the first time, I had to pinch myself. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. I hate confrontation but I hate conflict more. I play the guitar and piano. I'm truly a romantic at heart and I love Love. I'm a dreamer and an idealist. I'm always wishing for everyone to experience their own "happily ever after". I love people.
When I was 13, I lost my Mom in a tragic car accident. It was the worst thing to ever happen to me but it's made me who I am today. I'm stronger and I've learned to not take those you love for granted. I could write a book on all the things I've learned, and am still learning from that experience. Sometimes life doesn't make sense. But I've learned to be okay with that.
I will definitely keep you updated on the happenings in my life....that's what this site is all about...all things Jennifer McKee. Ok, well, not all things, I'm still trying to work on that privacy thing. ;) Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for being supportive. To do anything in the entertainment industry and artistic of any kind, it takes a village. :) Although you see pictures of me or videos of me all fixed up and looking like I think I'm "the stuff" just know that I have not forgotten who I am and what I stand for. Also know, that it takes a village to look like that too! ;) Most things in Hollywood are fake....I can say that first hand. Fake tans, fake eyelashes, fake hair (hair extensions), etc...lol. But it sure does help make a girl look better! ;) I'm having the time of my life and trying really hard to keep my priorities in order. It's hard to balance a career like this and family life, but I'm doing my best and I have wonderful people around me that provide wisdom and counsel on how to keep my priorities straight, and remind me of my convictions and why I do what I do. If you are still reading, then a major thank you for spending your time on me. I wish I could hug you!
So much love! --- Jennifer
