No Grissom nor Dr. Langston to the horizon at the last Television Festival of Monte-Carlo. The boss of "experts" have preferred to leave the dirty work to their subordinates, Greg Sanders.
The lab technician has yet developed well in nine seasons. The blue rooms forensic where he went to the geek service, Greg has finally reached the ground and gain the respect of his colleagues. A trend that is not displeasing to his interpreter, Eric Szmanda. Rather shy, the 34 year old actor is glad at the table when it comes to talking about music.
To put to you at ease, do we confirm that you appeared in a clip of Marilyn Manson, “Saint”?
Yes, I know Marilyn Manson well because one of my old friends was his personal assistant. And I agreed to play in one of his clips, before knowing that I would have a scene with a transvestite! But I am an artist and I seized the occasions, even when they are shocking.
You had other experiences in the music?
I was a DJ in college. Then, I have been trading for five years for the record company BMG. Fortunately, my acting career took off and I could keep a regular role on TV.
Speak to us about the evolution of Greg.
I am very happy that my character is spent in field labs. I suggested to the writers because Greg has always been curious about what was happening outside. Good, because the lab can be really boring. Greg was a rookie then, and I hope he will meet more in future episodes. It is time that this is me who to yell at someone!
Which memory do you keep departure of William Petersen (Grissom)?
It was very sad. I was not working that day but I found it important to go on the shelf life for this moment. It was difficult to accept his decision. When I went to see his play last fall, I felt that he was happy.
How does the transition with Laurence Fishburne occur?
I thought that working with him would be intimidating, but it's cool. His character, Dr. Langston, full of hidden mysteries will be revealed during the season 9.
