Justin Zell's one-of-a-kind version of Joan Holloway was chosen by none other than Mad Men Creator (and Emmy winner) Matt Weiner and Co-Executive Producer Scott Hornbacher as the winner of the You Could Be on Mad Men Contest. Both judges viewed all eighteen finalists the week before the Emmys. Zell's video was actually one of six that the actor submitted. (He created one for each character.)
"Thank you so much. This is so awesome. I was sitting at my girlfriend's computer when I read the news. I was speechless," said Zell. "The feedback from fellow contestants, registered AMCtv.com voters, friends and family has been so positive...It's been a very inspiring experience. I truly love all the characters on Mad Men, especially Roger Sterling. My friends and I all worked collaboratively to make my videos. We even had Mad Men watching dinner parties -- to which, however, I didn't wear a dress. Mostly."
Congratulations Justin as well as the other 17 finalists. All finalists should keep an eye out in the mail for a small prize. Thanks again for being such great fans and participating in this contest.
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September 22, 2008 7:42am
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About Jacob: "I'm a starving actor in LA. Seriously, I'm constantly hungry. After high school and college in NH, I left my family and friends and moved to LA. I love Mad Men and would be honored to be on the show!"
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September 2, 2008 8:22am
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About Jared: "This pretty much sums it up. No frills. Raw. Unedited. Just me. Telling a tiny snippet of one hell of a story."
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September 2, 2008 8:21am
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About Rebecca: "My friends and I worked really hard to put this entry together and hope you enjoy it!"
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September 2, 2008 8:19am
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About Tamara: "Mad Men is the finest piece of television I've ever had."
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September 2, 2008 8:17am
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About Mike: "Mike is a teacher and ex-pro wrestler, originally from the Bronx, NY. He especially appreciates the inspired writing on Mad Men, which seems to be a lost art in television these days."
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September 2, 2008 8:15am
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About Nathaniel: "Nathaniel is a copywriter at a San Francisco ad agency. His favorite monster is Wolfman and his favorite ice cream is mint chip."
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September 2, 2008 8:13am
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About Valerie: "Grew up in Los Angeles, CA."
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September 2, 2008 8:11am
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About Ty: "My wife thinks I did a really good job. She directed me. My son thinks I am a goofball. Thank you for listening. I love the show."
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September 2, 2008 8:09am
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About Robert: "Howard University and University of Washington graduate working as a filmmaker, actor, writer in Los Angeles."
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September 2, 2008 8:07am
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