AKA being a "pale Latina". By Kat Flynn (Actor) So, I was on Facebook when I saw a meme that inspired this blog post, but now that I'm actually ready to blog about it, I can't find it! Oh life. Anyhoo- Mexican vanilla meme, I don't need you! I never really gave my paleness much thought. As far as I could remember, I was never trying to be "white" or Mexican. I was just naturally pale because I despised the sun and didn't want to tan. Truth. In high school, I would wear cardigans in 100ºF weather because I didn't... Continue reading

When you get to meet a shooting star, or in this case, a 100-year-old woman. By Kat Flynn (Actor) So, my grandmother turned 100 a few weeks ago, and I got to be there to celebrate! Woah, Kat. Come again? Oh yeah, my grandmother is 100 years old. Or young. However you see it. It's kind of surreal. I mean, she was born in 1917. In 1917... Woodrow Wilson was sworn in as President of the United States for a second term. The Russian Empire ends after 196 years. WW1 is very much still happening, and the U.S. declares war... Continue reading

The 89th Academy Awards printable ballot. What will your predictions be? By Kat Flynn (Actress) It's that time of year again! This year the Academy's website offered a printable ballot! Get to it, you guys! John & I always compete with each other. Last year I won. Haha! But he usually does better than I do. So gather some friends 'round and see how y'all do against each other! It's in 2 weeks! PRINTABLE OSCAR NOMINEE LIST LIVE OSCAR SUNDAY FEBRUARY 26, 2017 4PM PACIFIC | 7PM EASTERN | 12AM GMT xoxo Image source: oscars.org KAT FLYNN is an American... Continue reading

I have no words, this quote speaks for itself. By Kat Flynn (Actress/Writer) Image source: Anonymous aka a woman KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading

5 things to totally be excited about this year. By Kat Flynn (Actress) HELLO, HELLO, HELLO!! You guys, I'm totally excited for this year! Here are just 5 things I'm looking forward to: New Headshots - This is so exciting for me because I was waiting to secure representation to get new headshots and now that I've got that, it's time for a fresh, new beginning. So, YAY! Audra McDonald - For my birthday, John has bought us tickets to see Audra McDonald at the Leicester Square Theatre in London. I don't really like to fangirl this, but he even... Continue reading

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! By Kat Flynn (Actor) I pray your holidays are filled with love, family, friends, food, health, and lots of magic! See you all next year! xoxo Image source: Katy Melling Photography KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading

Some of Britain's popular biscuits! (Or, cookies.) By Kat Flynn (Actor) OMG, is it Christmas yet?! This week, I'm bringing you some of my favourite biscuits in a VLOG! Enjoy!! xoxo Image source: YouTube KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading

The infamous... the legendary... the totally exciting guide to British telly at Christmas!! By Kat Flynn (Actor) WOAH HO HO HO HO! After living in Great Britain for 5 years, this is the first time I have ever bought the Radio Times's guide to Christmas TV. But seriously, you guys, I have come to love Christmas in Britain. The country literally shuts down for like 2 days (Christmas + Boxing Day aka the-day-after-Christmas) and nothing is really open. It LITERALLY shuts down and it's GLORIOUS. Because you get to do all of the things Christmas was meant for: visit family,... Continue reading

Seeking representation then finding one, a pretty good one, too! By Kat Flynn (Actor) My fellow actors, singers, writers, directors, readers, and friends! After 3 years of emailing, calling, writing, & seeking agencies, I have signed with Northbridge Talent Agency! I am now all teamed up for 2017! You guys, I am working with some great people: I have a voice teacher who continues to help me grow as an actor & singer; a vocal coach who has encouraged me to learn music I would have never dreamed of; an acting teacher who delights in pushing me out of my... Continue reading

...or "Black Friday Week", or even "Black Friday WeekEND", as it's called here. By Kat Flynn (Actor) I was never really the kind of person to partake in Black Friday, even when I lived in the U.S. It just wasn't my thing. I did, however, really enjoy "Small Business Saturday" and "Cyber Monday". I was a fan of independent shops who only sold online. In fact, I still am. Since living here, Black Friday wasn't really a thing. I first noticed the promotion 3 years ago, with ASDA, a grocery store here owned by Wal-Mart. Yeah, I wasn't surprised either.... Continue reading

Remember this AFTER visiting your family this Thanksgiving. By Kat Flynn (Actor) You did it! You've made it through the meal that launches the holiday season! Who cares if you're not doing as well in life as your brother-sister-cousin-nextdoorneighbour-uncle-niece-nephew-millenial-pfft-whatever-blah-blah-blah-why-are-you-even-here-relative?! You're almost to Christmas. You're almost done with 2016. You're a survivor! You celebrate that tiny victory. Dance in your underwear. Eat the whole pie. Just celebrate the fact that, you-know-what, you're flippin' doing the best you can! xoxo Image source: Ambivalently Yours KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM |... Continue reading

Rosey Grier reminds us that "it's alright to cry." By Kat Flynn (Actor) Wednesday morning, I woke up at 3am because I didn't want to miss, whom I was hoping to wake up to, President Elect Hillary Clinton. I was shocked to learn that she wasn't in the lead, that in fact it was looking very unlikely she would take the presidency. Hopeful, I stayed up to watch. Then she conceded. My heart sank. I started crying. No. Sobbing. I didn't think I'd react in such a way. I spent the whole day tears: walking my dog, in the car... Continue reading

A little career slump pick-me-up to remind you to "keep on swimming". By Kat Flynn (Actor) I am a huge admirer and fan of Jen Gotch, creator of Ban.do. Partly because she makes me believe that- a) You can wear sparkly clothes, wear glitter, and cute accessories at any age. b) Just because you like pink (and sparkly clothes AND glitter) doesn't mean you're not strong. c) You can be all of the above and, if you take yourself seriously, everyone else will take you seriously. d) You can totally believe in magic and unicorns and love pizza and hate... Continue reading

Why I'm frustrated with this election and why you should be too. By Kat Flynn (Actor) I take a lot of pride in being able to vote. At one point it wasn't even a right! Generations of women fought for it, so I don't take it for granted, at all. But this election frustrates me. Let's put aside the fact that the Democratic candidate is a woman. If we were to write down the qualifications of each candidate, it would be clear that the Democratic candidate is clearly the most qualified choice for this position. If anything, the Democratic candidate... Continue reading

Where to register to vote, courtesy of Hillary Clinton & Joss Whedon. By Kat Flynn (Actor) Here's a great handy site, courtesy of the Hillary Clinton campaign, to ensure you're registered. Plus, it answers any of your questions OR concerns about voting! Especially if you have to fill out an absentee ballot, like me! ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? Oh, and just in case you missed this awesome video by Joss Whedon or savetheday.vote You're welcome! :) xoxo Image source: Hillary for America KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM... Continue reading

A little career slump pick-me-up to remind you to "keep on swimming". By Kat Flynn (Actor) Last week I was really, really bummed. The year's almost over and apart of me feels like I have nothing to show for it. I know these are LIES. But, when you're feeling like you haven't progressed, the lies start to sound right. ANYWAY- I was submitting to agents again, as I'm yet to be signed with anyone, and following up with a production company, about my consideration for an audition, when I was telling my husband how horrible I was starting to feel... Continue reading

Fall. Autumn. Whatever, the leaves are a-changing, and I'm excited! By Kat Flynn (Actor) YIPPEE! As of September 22, 2016, Autumn officially began. Give me... Stews, Chilli's, Sweaters, or jumpers, Pumpkin spiced everything (although, I'm starting to think it's highly overrated), Boots, Cosy nights in, And the most gorgeous changing of colours ever! Who's with me?! Fist bump. xoxo Image source: Lindsay Letters KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading

And just like that, summer was gone. By Kat Flynn (Actor) MAKE A WISH! I wish the summer wasn't over! Haha. No, but seriously. How did it swoosh by so quickly?! I'm not ready. But, at the same time, I am. The nights, here, are just starting to cool down. And yet, the days are still really warm. Maybe even the earth isn't ready! Either way, here's wishing you had a wonderful summer, too! I'll see you in the Fall! Or, Autumn, as I am so corrected. xoxo Image source: Katy Melling Photography KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living... Continue reading

How real life can echo your favourite childhood film. By Kat Flynn (Actor) When I was a child, I spent every weekend watching Pocahontas. And not in the hyperbolical sense. Without fail, every Saturday was spent watching this wonderful Disney film. So I pretty much know every word. Even to this day! Well, almost. It's been a while. Still. Anyone I watch it with has to ask me to stop because it can get a little annoying. Haha! Welp, here are 5 ways my life has, as result from watching it every weekend for almost 5 years, echoed Disney's Pocahontas:... Continue reading

Kat's British friend, Megan, takes over this week and talks the tea & other British stuff. By Megan Robson (Actress) Don’t you have afternoon tea every day? I’m sorry to say to you lot that the answer to that question is no. The average person; we don’t have afternoon tea and if I am even more honest lots of people have never had afternoon tea. The Queen has afternoon tea every day I am led to believe, but who knows what goes on behind those palace walls! I am also going to admit I only lost my afternoon tea virginity... Continue reading

Kat's British friend, Megan, takes over this week and shares what she loves about the U.S.A. By Megan Robson (Actress) As a Brit I find American culture fascinating, probably just as much as you find the Queen or our many green fields interesting. There are just a few things that I wish we had in the UK that you do. In the last year and a half, I have been fortunate enough to visit the US three times and I am about to embark on a fourth in a few short weeks, making it my sixth trip in my lifetime.... Continue reading

David Beckham stars in a commercial promoting the new season for soccer on Sky Sports, and Kat Flynn's in it. By Kat Flynn (Actor) So, John, my sweet English husband and Middlesbrough fan (a Premier League English Soccer team) are in a commercial, or advert, with David Beckham. YES, THEE David Beckham. Underwear modelling, Victoria-Spice-Girl-marrying, soccer playing, David Beckham. Alright, alright. So it's literally for like one second, but whatever. I'm totally in a commercial with David Beckham. So, WINNING! Watch the full commercial: xoxo Image source: Advert KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain.... Continue reading

Filled with hope, and some doubt, is it possible to teach a pug to sing? By Kat Flynn (Actor) Last week, I shared my recent vocal demo recording. I'm pretty proud of it, not-gonna-lie. Well, I started surfing the internet. Googling. YouTubing. Ya know, what you do instead of sleeping. Really, I wanted to see if Louie, my pet pug, would ever be able to sing a duet with me! I found this YouTube video of "Penny the Pug". It says "Best Howl Ever", yeah, just watch. I must admit, I was crying from laughter. Literally. Crying. Poor Penny. Needless... Continue reading

My recent vocal demo recording. By Kat Flynn (Actor) I'm so pleased to share with you my recent vocal demo. I'm so proud of it and I hope you'll enjoy it! Oh, and share the shipoopi out of it! ;) xoxo KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading

Advice from Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist". By Kat Flynn (Actor) Never have truer words been spoken. If you haven't read The Alchemist, go out and buy it now. Like, right now. You can thank me later. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, AMERICA! xoxo Image source: Unraveled Design KAT FLYNN is an American Expat living & working in Great Britain. www.katflynn.com EMAIL HER | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | OTHER POSTS BY THIS AUTHOR Continue reading