AWWWWWW no it can't be ending!!!! I guess, like tracie, I'm gonna have to ween myself off... I dont want the blogs to end!!! well.. since they are, I guess i'll just say this. You guys (the cast, chris colombus, and everyone else involved with RENT the movie) are INCREDIBLE and you have no idea how much you have spoiled us with these blogs!!! I really will never be able to appreciate another movie cast again, because I doubt ANYONE could measure up to the amount of love you show your fans :D Every time I go to see a movie I'll say "well, it was good, but they should have had a blog". Seriously, I really can't put into words how AWESOME you guys all are for taking the time out of your busy schedules to listen to read the crazy posts made by us crazy fans!! So... THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU is all I can say :)

This is so sad :-( Last blog...

Well, you guys are all great and wonderful to your fans, and I know you will continue to be that way. You always thank us, but I think we are the ones who should be thanking you :-)

The movie is amazing. I can't wait for the DVD release.

-Joey

You all are amazing, thank you so much for sharing so much with us!! God bless!

Noo!! I love this blog! It's so sad that it is going to be closing. :(
But I am going to register. I can't wait until they update again!

Love y'all!!!!

Becks

I'm in the midst of my junior year in high school, and when everything goes crazy with AP classes and SATs and all of that...I come on here or I listen to the CD and I can't tell you how much it's meant to me. The passion and connection inspires me so much, and I want to thank YOU for being so incredible, always.

Love,
Hannah

OMGSH! THIS IS SERIOUSLY SOOO SAD *Starts to Cry* YOU ALL DID SOOOO AMAZING!!!! THIS MOVIE HAS SERIOUSLY MADE MY LIFE SOOOOOOO HAPPY! You all Have inspired my life in a way where Thanks doesnt even Equal up to what I owe you!

We all LOOOOVE LOOOVE Chris For Making this Possible! OMGSH!

The "Newbies" WERE AMAZING BEYOND BELEIF!

The "Veterans" WERE AMAZING AS WELL!

MUAH!

I love you All! Thank You!

- Annie - Xoxo -

Wow. I can't believe this is coming to an end. I'm going to miss this blog and hearing from everyone involved in the film so much. You all are such amazing people and I want to thank you for taking the time to put together your posts/videos for us lucky fans. I will keep supporting each and every one of you in your future endeavors.

Much love and thanks again!!

i Loved reading the blogs! it made my day.. seeing all the videos and reading the comments from the cast! i love all of you!

AND YOU'RE WELCOME! WE LOVE YOU ALL! LOVED THE MOVIE--SEEN IT TWICE..GOING AGAIN SOON!! :o)

Thanks to you all for doing the blog. It really added a sense of "happening" to the movie in its own strange way. Even though most of the comments I submitted never made it to the site it was nice to hear from other fans and especially from the cast and Chris. I'll miss the little video clips and I wish you all luck in your future artistic endeavors.

Thank you so much for posting everyone!! I'm sure I can speak for everyone when I say that we enjoyed following you along this whole ride, and what a fun one it's been, and I've only been there through the internet, and the movie theater! And thank you for making an amazing movie, that I have enjoyed seeing over and over and over again and for staying so true to Jonathan's work! This movie was so wonderful, and I've already exposed so many of my friends who never knew the story of Rent to the movie, and they were all so touched by it, thanks to each of you.

So thank you all for making such an amazing movie, you are all so incredibly talented, and I love you all.

Thanks again!!

<3 Courtney

p.s. Idina, I just want to take this opportunity to apologize. I met you a little over a month ago after seeing See What I Wanna See (which was aboslutely amazing by the way).. and, I was just so speechless and couldn't tell you how much I admire you, and I feel like the biggest loser because of it! But, you are such an inspiration and I admire you so much. So hopefully you'll read this, and at least know how much I appreciate everything you do! Thank you!

This blog has been the best part of my day for the past couple of months. It felt good to be included and knowlegeable about how the film was going. It was an incredible movie. Thank you.

Aww thank you guys so much. The effort you put into this for us is astounding.
I really don't know what to say. You all blow me away.
...and you all are comming back for the sequal, right?

The movie was AMAZINGGG (i cried) you all did a great job =) I'm happy to be a fan of rent.

Thanks again, guys.

Dear Cast members of RENT the movie,

I must say i had a HUGE blast checking up on blogs the past couple months. I love you guys so much !!!! I cant wait to see what the 8 of you will be doing next. I appreciate all you have done for the fans..... making blogs and even reading them!

I love you!!!

x0x0 elisabeth

i hope to see the movie as much as possible, but i already can't wait for the DVD! i mean the show is soooo meaningful to me, since i have a gay uncle, and his partner has aids. but i am said since they terminated his meds in tennesee, but i would love to meet you guys, and learn what you think about tennesee terminating meds for aids patients.

: (

Oh....that's really sad. Especially considering the fact that I still 117 days more...........oh well. I LOVE YOU ALL AND YOU ARE ALL AMAZING!
best of luck,

zoe

What a fantastic way to put a "pause" (i dont want to say an END because i know it wont be ;) )to the fantastic blog.
such an emotional and heartfileld thankyou gave me quite a nice warm fuzzy feeling inside.

now i want to say my own personal thank you to you all. i am absolutely amazed that you all went the distance to read the fans' babble and comments.
we will miss the blog for now.

not to mention i can speak for us all when i say we adore the movie and i plan on seeing it 7 more times to make it an even 20.
(seen it 13 times as of now incase you arent the quickest with math :D)

Thank you. thank you.
I love you all!

Aw, no more RENT blog. Now I'll have nothing to do on Mondays and Wednsdays. Thank you so much for making this blog the best.

I'll still probably read the old blogs and continuously watch the videos.

Thanks again.

I can't believe this is my first (and apparently, final) comment on this blog. Along w/ Tracie's sentiments, don't end the blog! I love reading/watching the updates and getting to know each one of you as individuals. Perhaps I will run into some of you in LA one day. :) I eagerly await the DVD release. Thank you for <3 to y'all!

Aww I'll really miss reading the good ol' blog ;) It feels like I really know all you guys now, and I think it means a lot to all of us fans that you read these. I suppose I'll have to start counting down the days till the DVD now.
Tracie- I love the blog too! It's become a daily ritual- how will I procrastinate my homework now? I'll just have to listen to my soundtrack again...and again...and again...

And another big THANK YOU to all the cast and Chris, because without you guys, this film would not have been the beautiful, spectacular, wonderful thing that it is. Thanksthanksthanksthanksthanks!

wow I am the one of the first to comment. Ok fisrt off I love the movie I have seen it four times so far and I plan on seeing it more. Rent will actully be comming out to vegas in may I think and of course I will be going to see it agean. To the cast thanks you guys rock!!! I think you are so vary talented and amazing. I listen to the cd everyday. I play it at work before I teach soccer, it is what gets me going in the mornning. I hope you all have a great holiday!! I will have a great Chrismukkah partly because of you. so thank you!!!

Hi Taye, Anthony, Adam, Rosario, Jesse, Wilson, Idina, Tracie, and Chris! I'd like to say thanks to all of you for updating us fans throughout the entire process of making Rent. I was actually recently introduced to the musical but I started loving it immediately. I admire all of you so much. You all have amazing voices; I'll keep the soundtrack on loop for a very long time. :) Thank you for creating such a wonderful film. I'll be sure to buy it on DVD when it comes out. :) Thanks again and keep up the amazing work!

Love,
Lucy

I LOVE TRACIE!!!!
Ok I love all of you but Tracie you are such a sweetie! You all rock my sucks off! I loved the movie! It was actually better than i was excpecting! Seriously you all rock so much that I can not describe it! This blog is so cool and I am going to miss it so much but I can not wait to see what you all do next! Good Luck!

Love Always, Melissa

I can't believe that there will be no more blogs :(. I have grown accustemed to checking them every day, but oh well. Thank you so much for all of your hard work in making RENT, it is AMAZING!! I can not wait for it to come out on DVD. I garentee I will watch the movie every day for at least a month, then maby every other day. Thank you so much for letting so many people be exposed to RENT, you have made my year.

Hilary

It's so sad that this blog is coming to an end. I've come online at least once every day since the end of June to check out updates on this site. I only recently became a RENThead and I wish I had become one sooner. I want to say a Thank You to the cast for keeping everybody updated. I really appreciated it. I love you guys and I can't wait till the movie comes out on DVD!
Love,
Kelsey

The thank you's are awesome, but the thank you's should come from us. Thanks for keeping us involved as rent fans and reading and responding throughout the movie process. You are all amazing actors/actresses and made an amazing movie from one of the most amazing musicals on Broadway. THANK YOU!

Thank you for everything! I loved to feel almost part of the process for the last several months. It was a unique experience that we shared here. Thank you!

thank you so much for all of this. this blog was amazing and has really helped us to get to know the cast a little better!
rent forever!
wilson(L)

-paulina <3

ahh, nnooooooo. This site has been so amazing, and getting to see all of you like this has been such an experience for me as a fan. I'm actually crying now, I'm gonna miss seeing all the blogs. After you actually SEE the movie, you can go back and watch all of them and remember all the equipment and props from the blogs and the movie. As a fan, this has been amazing, and I hope to get to meet all of you one day. Here's my little note to each person in particular...

Anthony- I never really knew about you until I started liking RENT, but you're such an amazing actor and inspiration. You take the time on Broadway World to post, and seem as sweet as could be to everyone. I can't wait to get your book, and hope to meet you one day; you're so inspirational.

Adam- Same as Anthony, I learned about you through RENT. Watching you belt out Glory as Roger had a big impact on me, and you make the role so real. Now all the time, my friends say you're gorgeous after seeing the movie, haha, and I'm starting to get them to like more and more theater, and you've been so unbelieveably talented through this whole project.

Jesse- You are one of the coolest people ever. haha, you were amazing in the movie too, and I'm so glad you skipped Law and Order for a while to shoot the movie; I wouldn't have wanted anyone else as Collins. I cried every time I saw Angel's funeral, and the looks on your face during that movie are just amazing. Thank you so much for being part of the movie, it means a lot to me as a big Renthead.

Wilson- You. Kicked. Ass. Ever since watching the blogs, you were hysterical and I would love to meet you someday. I cry every time I see the movie, and all my friends think you're amazing. They're all getting hooked now on this site and the video clips and everything. You're a huge inspiration to so many people out there, and I wish you luck is all your other future projects.

Taye- I've seen you in some movies before Rent, and of course I watched Kevin Hill every day it was on. You are so amazing and to watch both you and Idina on screen in the movie is also very exciting. I never got to see both of you in Wicked at the same time, but from what I heard you were amazing. I'd love to meet you some day, and even though Benny's supposed to be an ass, you still showed his good side. Thank you so much for being in the movie.

Idina- I really don't know what to say. You've been the first person I've known about from this whole production. I've met you maybe twice, and each time you are as sweet and loving and generous as can be. You made the movie so amazing, and now all my friends finally can see who you are. Like everyone else, thank you so much for being in this movie, and I hope to see you in something else again soon!

Tracie and Rosario- WOW. WOW. and WOW. I really can't believe it. You guys kicked SO much ass it was insane. At first, I wasn't sure because you hadn't known the parts as well, but now that I've went through the whole experience, as well as the whole blog site and watching you guys talk, it's been amazing. Now I wouldn't have wanted anyone else to play Tracie or Mimi. You both made the roles so real, and I hope maybe one day you both would even consider being in the Broadway production; and Tracie, I'm sure you'd get in this time...those guys were just jerks before. :) Good luck with everything else you do, and thanks for being so amazing and inspiring.

Chris- You did an amazing job on this movie. Even if I had the chance I wouldn't have changed anything. You made the movie come to life, and I can now always picture Maureens and Bennys and Angels and all of the characters walking around the city. Thank you so much for being part of it, and using the original cast members...I know for a fact, THAT means a lot to everyone.
P.S. to Idina- I'm not sure if you go on this site anymore, but your fanmail box on your site is full, and I just wanted to tell you, whether it would do much or not, I went to See What I Wanna See on December 2nd. I know Daphne was there and came to see you, but I was just wondering if you got a gift I made for you. It was cross-stitching in a silver picture frame, with Heart on My Sleeve lyrics, and glittery hearts. I'm sure there's no way to hear back from you, but I just wanted to tell you, since we didn't get to see you, I hope you like it, and I worked really hard on it for you.

Sorry this is soooo long, but once again, thanks all of you, and everyone will miss you.

and

THANK YOU JONATHON LARSON.

Wow. I check this thing everyday. I'm choking up. I can't wait for the dvd!

Wow, i can't believe you guys are stopping the blog =( please keep updating!!! I'll miss it so much, and thank you for doing this. All of you are my heros!

Love,
Chelle

oh no!

Thank you a million times over, I don't know if you realize how much of an inspiration this story is to all of us. I know I enjoyed the movie, and I just want to say how much we appreciate all of your work and dedication.

Thank you for everything

Idina, Traci, Anthony,Rosario, Taye, Adam, Wilson, and Jesse:

I cannot express enough how proud I am of the movie. I'm proud because I've seen the show on broadway. I've had the privelage to catch Idina in Wicked (twice), and Taye also in Wicked when he played Fiyero. I'm totally blown away by all of you. You inspire me. Idina and Anthony especially. Idina, your presence just uplifts me. No matter how down I'm feeling...your performance always uplifts my emotions. When you're on stage, there's this huge energy that just flows through you and rubs onto the audience and effects them. It's incredible . You're incredible...then end. Anthony, you're my inspiration. I take a musical theatre class at my school and we had to write a paper on inspiration and you were my main focus. You're incredible. The emotional part of your performance just relaly inspires me. Great movie all of you! Rosario..you did an amazing job as MIMI!! Couldnt of been any better! Everyone did amazing. Traci..you blew me away with your voice! great job!! Goodbye guys..see you all soon..

love, chris

Like i wrote be4..........

NO! Thank you guys!(RENT CAST)
You made this movie happen and it was a delight to see you perform!!! AMAZING!
It sad that this is your last blog.....omg..i feel like crying! anyway! Thank u again! You're all amazing actors and singers! I can't wait to see ya'll soon..maybe a RENT 2...lol..that would b eawesome..even though Angel is dead...Mimi can now see the dead and Angel is there!?!? just an idea!!!
-ROSARIO....you are such an inspiration to me. Your acting is just too good 2 be true. Your voice is so different, i never knew you had the vocals. Awesome.
-ADAM.....loved ya in School Of School! The mully doesn't work 4 u!.lol Anyway....i'm so glad u cam back 4 the movie. Your voice is so rocky..i love it! One Song Glory is one of the best songs u sing. Hoping 2 c u in other movies.
-ANTHONY.....Mark is in u! Never let him leave you. You are such a great singer/actor. I've never seen u anywhere else, so i better see u soon! Great/amazing job on RENT.
PS i want your scarf!.lol
-IDINA........OMG! You are my FAV. broadway star, your one of my idols. I'm so in love with your voice, i want it!!! You are the reason why i wanna be on Broadway. You're just amangly awesome and so beautiful. Hoping 2 see u in other projects.
-JESSE......i'm in love with Law&Order, i always watch it! Even before i knew u were in RENT!..lol you are so gorgeous and your smile makes me melt! Your voice is so soothing, words can't even describe it. Loving u on Law&Order and i hope u do more stuff aswell.
-TRACIE........my girl! i swear, i love your hyperness, i'm a hyper person and get excited alot so we would be great friends. I'm so hoping 2 see more of u and your voice, you played Joanne amazingly. Thumbs UP!
-TAYE........Idina is very lucky!!! I didn't know you could sing so i was amazed when i heard u. I loved you in "Brown Sugar". You're so handsome and i love your body!..lol. I hope to see u and Idina in a movie together.
-WILSON.........OK WILSON! I LOVE YOU! yes i truly do! Angel has always been my fav character. Everytime i see a pic of u, i die! You're SO HOT!!!!!!!!!!!! i just wanna hug u 4 ever! lol, you're voice makes me melt(just like Jesses), the way u walk in heels is fantabulous, i wish i could walk in heels!..anyways all i'm saying is that I'M YOUR BIGGEST FAN! I cried like a baby when Angel died and didn't stop after the movie! I was heartbroken. You are so amazingly awesome and i sssssssssssoooooooooo hope 2 see u soon...like REAL SOON! Words can't describe how i feel about you....your THE BEST!!!

CAST OF RENT.......i wish all the best of love and i give all my support for your futures.Evereyone here(all the RENTheads, so much appreciate that u took your time and posted things 4 us, we all love u!! Hope you come 2 CANADA!!!!

Luv a true RENThead, Stefie<3<3<3

Thank you guys very much. this means alot to us fans to have participated in the making of this movie. From the start of casting to the day the film came out we knew everything, if it was from Anthony's posts on BWW to the creation of the blog site.

Thank you for making this film. its fabulous. No matter what it will always be golden in our hearts. Cant wait till the DVD and all the great special features you have. haha I know ALOT of video was taken during filming. hehe. umm Cant wait to see 6 of you back on the Neder stage with Daphne, Fredi and the orig ensemble in April. It will be amazing and the greatest once in a life time experience ever.

I love you all and thank you SO MUCH

Thank you so much for the connection to this beautiful film. It was everything and more. I plan to see it many more times before it leaves the theatre and then wait for the DVD. I have never been involved with a blog and it's been amazing. Thank you so much.

THANK YOU for all for the great blog entries and keeping us Rentheads informed all along.

I think a part of me just died. :( I'm really going to miss the blogs, and the anticipation. It was a wild year.

Again you guys, the movie was amazing. I probably wont be able to see it again until the release of the DVD, which makes me sad. It's the kind of thing I could watch over and over again.

Thanks so much to the cast for making the time to write and make videos. I hope you all continue to have success. Or something. That sounded corny.

Anyway...yeah. I can't wait for the DVD! :)

-Amanda

*TEAR TEAR* No more blog! Oh well now I just have to watch all of the old videos!! Thank you guys soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much!!! I've seen the film five times and I can't wait to see it again!! And I keep telling people to go see it!! In my school I'm officially 'that girl whose obsessed with RENT' and I love it!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I love you all!!!!!!!!!!!!

no day but today!!

la vie boheme!!

tear..i cant believe this is goodbyee.. no thankyou guys for being such and inspiration to all of us i lovee you..well on behalf of the fans WE LOVE YOUU

AWWWWWWW I am so sad now!!!! this cant be happening it cant be over!!! NO!!!! now what am I gonna do?? Thankyou guys so much though you will nver truly know how appreciative I am THANKYOU!!!! love u all much love
xoxo
kim

P.S. GREETINGS FROM OKLAHOMA!!! (for the last time :(

THANK YOU!!!
THANK YOU!!!
THANK YOU!!!

YOU ARE ALL THE BEST, THANKS FOR THIS WONDERFUL GIFT YOU HAVE GIVEN ALL OF US FANS!!!

nooo.

*gets a tissue*
but, but, but..
IDINA YOUR HAIR IS SO AMAZING..ITS SO ANTI-FRIZ, AND WAVY AND PERFECT!
MEH!
umm nice glassed wilson J. And you are really good at drumming. How long did it take you to leran how to drum?
Anthony i love you so much! You are so adorable..and your glasses!
*swings arms around chest, pretending to be hugging anthony*
Tracie-Sometimes i can't beileve that you are reading this. I am just so startruck. You are amazing. And i love the tango maureen..you and anthony...:)

Thank you sooo much for keeping us informed through this whole process! You are all amazing!
Adam, Anthony, Jesse, Wilson, Rosario, Tracie, Taye and Idina you ar all amazing. You bring true light to the stage and the screen. Thank you and I can't WAIT to see you ALL in future projects.
xoxo
Sarah Shechtman

one more thing:

CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS!
IN LA!
RENT CAST....IN LA!

YAY

i am totally going to the audotorium(sp??) after school and waiting there for Idina to arrive, wait there until the awaard presentations are done, and then watching everyone walk out.
haha

i agree with tracie, i dont know what im gonna do without checking the blog everyday! oh well it was fun...

Awww. I just wanted to say thank you all so much for sharing this experience w/ us. It will be something I always remember and hold very dearly to my heart.

There's only us. There's only this. Forget regret or life is yours to miss. No other road. No other way. No day but today. (That was my senior quote!)

xo Taylor xo

I'm crying too hard to comment now, be back when I can control myself.:'( Let me know if any of you stop by LI

<3 (forever and ever and ever) Renthead Rebecca

Thank you so much! it means the world to us fans when we hear that you read our comments and such, and that you take time out of your busy schedules to do this blogs for us the fans. You are all absoutely amazing, and talented. I am really going to miss these blogs and like Tracie have to wean my self off of them... I love all of you!!!!!!!!!! Through this blog i have meet all of you, via the Today Show and VIrgin Megastore....except for Jesse!!! Who i would die to meet.....but once again thank you so much, i hope our paths meet again one day!

Thank you so much for doing this blog! It's so rare that we, the fans, get this kind of access into the making of a film. Everyone was great, especially Tracie.

Thank you again!
-Kevin

Thank you for creating the most wonderful movie !!

We saw it opening day and plan to go back again and again and then to buy the DVD so we can watch it again and again.

I have seen the Broadway Show 3x now and plan to see that again too.

Being a part of this blog has been so wonderful.

This show/movie has touched me like no other.

Thank you - thank you !!

Happy Holidays to you all !!

:'( I'M FREAKING CRYING RIGHT NOW! PLEASE DON'T CLOSE! LOL I LOVE YOU ALL YOUR AMAZING AND AWESOME!!!!

LOVE ALWAYS YOUR RENTHEAD,

STEPHANIE L.G.

LOVE TO EVERYONE!!! :'( <3

Wow I can't believe the blog is ending... this is so heartbreaking! I'll have to go listen to Without You and cry now... (too late :-P) Now where I am going to get my daily dose of Adam? And the rest of you, for that matter.

Anyway, I know I'm not going to be the only one to say this, but I want to thank all of you for being so incredibly amazing and for even thinking of us while making this. The movie was absolutely incredible, I can see all the effort and heart that went in to it every time I go see it. It was everything I hoped for and better. I just can't believe it's all over now! Can't wait for the DVD! Thank you guys so much for making this happen, it has meant so much to me and to my fellow RENTheads. Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you.

You are loved.

xoxo Charlotte

I would just like to thank everyone (I mean EVERYONE!) for creating this and for being so connected to all of us fans. I think it's safe to say that it means the world to us.

~Heather

That was incredibly sweet :) I'm so sad that the blog isn't going to be here anymore and I really hope that near the DVD release there is some more posting going on...give us fans something to look forward to.

I just wanted to say THANK YOU to Chris Columbus, all the stars and everyone who worked on the film for giving us such a beautiful film to watch and enjoy. Also, thank you for taking the time to thank the fans...that's certainly not something you see happen pretty much ever. This has been an incredible ride...thanks!

Kelly

Awww, that's so sad! Like you said Tracie, I'm going to have to take myself of The Blog too.. Haha, its pretty addicting. :)

I absolutely loved seeing you all on here. It's a comfort to know (when your singing the hit-the-road-blues.. jk!) that you all care enough to do this, and actually read each and every comment. That's awesome!! But who am I kidding? You're the cast of RENT. :)

All of you are such inspirations. You energy, emotion, acting, personalities, outlooks... everything. Thanks for being such a powerful role model. Anthony, I simply cannot wait for your book to come out! I love hearing you speak about your experiences with Rent- it's so incredibly moving.

Rent is so, so special to me. I'm going to see Rent over spring break and I wish I would be seeing you all up on stage! Haha. I vote you drop in on a random preformance! Or March 6th @ 8 pm? Haha.

Thanks again!

Love&Hugs
Margo

Gosh, is it really over?

It feels almost like a good friend has died. I have been paying attention to the blogs everyday since May, and I cannot wait to see future projects from evreyone in the cast- good luck to all of you.

No Day But Today (oh god i'm gonna cry!)

Skylar <3

OMG this just completely ruined my night!! like i just found this less than 2 weeks ago!!! i'm all excited to see if there's a new video posted and it's the last one!! i'm so sad now but anyways you are ALL amazing and i love you!!!!!!!

MUAH!!
-amanda

from someone who has NEVER participated in a "blog" site, much less even knew what a blog was...lol. I must say....I have thoroughly enjoyed all the videos and comments....i remember feeling this way about the show...but the movie...I have seen SEVERAL times....I love the message and I love each of you for your honest portrait of such true people...I hope this generation (my kids generation) will appreciate it as much as our generation did on broadway and now on film!! The best of luck to each of you...and Thanks! for keeping in touch with us crazy "rentheads"!!!

Every member of the cast has been incredible. It's truly been an amazing experience for all of us to be able to connect with you all through this blog. Now that the movie is actually out, it is easy to see how much work everyone involved in the production actually did, and it is met with sincere graditude from all RENT's fans. You guys did it. All of you. And I'm sure all of these RENTheads won't forget anytime soon how amazing this musical really is, how AMAZING the film turned out to be, and most importantly how amazing all of the cast and crew really is. Thank you. It's been a fantastic ride.

just as another post...since I now feel like an huugge idiot...

JONATHAN**********

Tracie, I don't know what I'm going to do, either. Jesus. I guess it's back to Harry Potter fanfiction!

...On second thought, PLEASE DON'T LEAVE US!

*cough* Right.

Thank you so much, guys. It's meant so much to us that you've read everything and posted videos and written blogs, etc. Between you and the cast of Serenity (who did pretty much the same thing), it's been a FANTASTIC last half of the year. Words cannot express how much I appreciate you guys.

The movie was fantastic. You can bet I'll see it a few more times before it leaves theaters.

One last time, thank you.

- Audrey

oh my god....this is the saddest day ever. Ah, you guys are making me cry! I can't believe its over. This has been the most amazing experience ever. Thank you all so much.. oh my god, I cant believe this is the last one. I'm so upset. Thank you all....for everything. *wipes tears*.

-LOVE,
Melanie<3

Oh my god there is NO WAY that this blog can end. It's basically my life. Well....I'll probably go back to all the first blogs and videos and read/watch them. And read all the comments over, see if I can find mine in the huge massive amount that there are.

I <3 you all!
Thanks for blogging and keeping us updated, it's been AWESOME! SO COOL! WICKED AMAZING!

<3mayo
No Day But Today.

Thank you-
Chris: For staying so close to Jonathan's vision and having the faith in the OBC to cast them.
Anthony: For keeping in such close touch with all of the fans, and being such a great role model for the gay/lesbian community. You will always be our one and only Mark.
Taye: For giving Benny a heart when so many people play him as just the "bad guy".
Jesse: For giving such an emotional performance which will never be forgotten, your voice in I'll Cover You Reprise has driven so many to tears, thank you for helping us emotionally connect so well.
Wilson: For placing Angel in our hearts to guide us and make us always look to the optimistic part of living.
Adam: For making Roger so real, your performance in Your Eyes was astounding, thanks for letting us really see into Roger's heart.
Rosario: For being such a beautiful, honest Mimi. I know we were all very concerned about the part because we all love Daphne so much, but you were amazing, and we all love you and the performance you gave!
Tracie: For being such a fangirl! We love that you are a RentHead and always will be one at heart- your love for the show really comes through in your performance. You are an amazing Joanne!!!

And last but certainly not least:
Thank You Jonathan Larson- For changing the lives of so many, and the hearts of many more.

I NEVER actually thought that the blog would go away-
Wow- I`m crying (hysterically!) Thank you for everything! I love you guys soo much! since I was 3 I loved Rent and you lot brought it to life all over again! IN THE MOST AMAZING WAY!! I will miss you soo MUCH!!
Idina- Thank you! I "Mooed" and laughed and sung along to "Over the Moon!" Mouthed all of your lines like the crazy person I am, left singing all the Broadway Songs that nobody really knew.. and you give me that "Leap of Faith..." To that I am eternally grateful!
Adam- I gazed at you and sung to you- I am STILL waiting for you to "Light My Candle" and cannot thank you enough for.. just being you.. and making this AMAZING film! Your voice floods through my mind and gives me shivers and joyous thrills! *Still waiting for you to make a new CD*
LOVE! <3 YOU ARE ROGER!! and without you, the ground thaws... the ear hears.. the pulse beats.. (oh, no!) I DIE WITHOUT YOU!!
Taye- Wow.. I have never loved the "villan" of a story soo much! Your voice, your acting.. YOU are just brilliant!!
Anthony- Well, You are just the COOLEST! I can`t help but gaze in awe as you sing- "La Vie Boheme" and smile when you speak... I feel so fortunate to have gotten the chance to see you on camera!
Rosario- YOU ARE.. LIKE WOW! I remember always wanting to be Mimi and sing with Adam Pascal- who I am convinced is my boyfriend.. only married with 2 kids..- (anyway,) You WERE Mimi! I feel honored to have seen you as her in this film! It`s really fun blasting your voice in the car and singing along! and you have the best(est) lines!
Jesse- The first time I saw the movie and you sung "I`ll Cover You (REPRISE)" I started crying-LOUDLY humming along through my tears thinking- about how AMAZING it was! You are just AWESOME!!
*TO MARAJUANA!*
Wilson- Angel is the COOLEST DRAG QUEEN IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD!! I LOVE YOU!! Your voice shines as well as your amazing talent! Today I stole my friends Santa Hat- which was weird because I kept saying- "HAPPY CHANUKKAH!" and started singing- "Today For You!" REALLY LOUDLY!! I was just like- "THIS AKITA, EVITA- JUST WONT SHUT UP!" Then I played the beat on my desk and had some friends join in... As soon as they started I jumped out of my seat and danced around the room! IT WAS THE BEST- YOU ARE THE BEST!! Thank you- thank you very much!
Tracie- You have an AMAZING voice! with talent that is really overwhelming! In "Take Me Or Leave Me" I kept smiling and you ROCK! I can`t honestly find words to desribe how much you ROCK! You rocked before people knew what rocking was!!
Chris- BEST DIRECTOR! If you are your AMAZING ACTORS/TRESSES do not get MILLIONS OF ACADEMY AWARDS- I will SUE! Thank you for believeing..and "trusting desire..!" you brought the best musical ever to life in the most magical of ways! THANK YOU ESPECAILLY FOR PUTTING UP THE- "THANK YOU, JONATHAN LARSON" plaque up!
I believe that i owe the biggest thabk you to Jonathan Larson- himself. His amazingness and love for music and life makes me love him! (without even knowing him!) I think about life without Rent and J. Larson and have a huge mental block.. My life has revolved around helping people with AIDS because I learned about it.. and Jonathan just seemed to believe in happiness! Living each day as if there was- "No day but Today" and seeing love and beauty and the good in everyhting.. or atleast his characters did.. But I bet you anyhting he was the same exact way!
Taye, Anthony, Adam, Rosario, Jesse, Wilson, Idina, Tracie,Chris and Jonathan (and the rest of the Larson family)
Thank you for EVERYTHING!
Love forever and always,
EVERLASTING SUPPORT!
*hugs and kisses!
Melissa<3

Wow so i cant believe it's over i've been a blog lurker snese the begining and i think i constantly check it when i'm not busy with college life i'm addicted lol. No but i jsut wanted to thank all the actors and everyone for taking their time out of their busy days to provide us with a little entertainment, so thank you so much. This movie and play of course has inspired so many people and i'll always keep it in my life.

Amy

There has never been a movie so in touch with their fans. You all truly broke out of the mold by responding to us and going to the premeres along with the fans. It shows us all how important we are and that is rare. Thankyou for making this dream come true. Even though the movie did not run very long you touched so many peoples lives in the process. One little side story my sisters boyfriend died from cancer last november and when she was in the hospital with him she painted his fingernails. Just like in the movie. It goes to show that the little details are what counts just like how you all read this blog it shows us all that you truly care and will not forget us when this blog ends. Again thankyou for everything.
No Day but Today!!!!

I just want to add my voice to the chorus of "thank yous" for the movie and the blog. I'm a new Renthead but already I know that it's something that will stick with me forever. I could go on and on about your performances and every aspect of the movie but I will just say that it is amazing and that I'm hoping to go see it for a fourth time this weekend! Also I want to thank you for taking the time to read and comment on the blog. It means a lot that you care so much about your fans. I will really miss Rent updates!

Love,
Alex

I don't know if this blog is too late, but i hope someone reads it..i think i can pretty much speak for all the fans when i say that we couldn't be more thankful for all the effort the cast members and crew took to write in the blogs and be a part of this website. No other cast or production would do this for their fans, especially with the crazy schedule you all have, anyway thank you so much for responding and for this amazing movie it means so much <3 always

Aww.. thats really sad that this is the last blog, but its understandable. I just hope theres a couple of updates if you guys can ( alittle while before the dvd release.) Until then THANK YOU all for putting up blogs and everything for time that you did. Much appreciated!, Yeah Lol. You dont have to remind me to go to See Rent!!! Lol. Ive seen it at least 7 times now in the movie theaters!!, plus the time I snuck in to go see it when I was seeing King Kong. I actually got a bit bored while watching King Kong, so I snuck into Rent And immediatly got less bored. The movie is amazing I loved it. Its totally addicting its like you gotta go see it again and again. It just never gets old, Everything about the Movie is Awesome and I Just cant wait to see it again and eventually own it on Dvd. You guys did such a wonderful job!!, And well, THANK YOU!!!, Loveyou guys!, Bye!, - REnt Head 4 ever. - Lesley.

NOOOOOO LAST BLOG!!!!!! WAAAAA!!!!! Anyway I just wanted to say that u all were amazing and i love you!!!
Rosario: At first I wasn't sure if you would be good for the part only because you were someone new. But when i heard you sing it was so good and u were perfect for the part!
Adam: You are soooo hot!!!!!! One Song Glory is one of my fav songs and alway keep a candle lighter wen u go out so that if a ever come along you can light my candle.
Jesee: I love Law and Order and it has to be one of the best TV shows ever!! When I first heard that you were the guy who played Collins on broadway is was like "That's him?!?! How cool!!" and no one was more perfect for the part!!!
Idina: I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND YOU ARE THE BIGGEST INSPARATION!!! Ok sorry but its true, you are such a great singer and without you and your voice i dont know what my life would be right now! It is becasue of you that I have decided to dedicate my life to becoming a Brodway star just like you! When I need something to lift my spirits all I have to do is press play on my ipod and Defying Gravity does the trick. Never stop singing and always remember me as Hannah, your crazed fan and dont forget it !!!! I LOVE YOU!!!
Tracie: I find it so cool that you are the RENThead in RENT!! You are definitley an insparation to me and I absolutley adore your voice! As much as I love Fredi Walker, i think you did the best job as Joanne!!! I hope that someday I can meet you in person cause that would be AMAZING!!!!
Taye:Idina is really lucky to have a huband who can sing, act and is really hooottttt!!!!!!! You are soo cool and amazing and you fit Benny just right (not that i think you are an evil landlord or anything you just do really well playing that part!) It must be pretty cool to work with ur spouse on the set! U R SO HOTTTTT!!!!!
Anthony: You are a really funny person and you ARE Mark! If i meet you i will absolutley be trem ling not because im scared just because that is soo cool! I really hope to see you in other movies and musicals!!!!!
Wilson: I can't imagine anyone else as Angel and im soo glad you could do the movie! I NEVER cry in a movie but the first time I did was when Angel died and Collins is holding him. Your acting is really something unique and cool and you were sooo good!

Well that is it for now untill later! Everyone please keep reading the blogs cause it means so much to all of us fans!!!! I love you all so unconditionally that I cant describe it!!!
No Day But Today!!!!!!!!
from the craziest fan ever to walk this earth,
Hannah

PS: WHEN IS THE MOVIE COMING OUT??, ( just curious) i hope it comes out before/ or sometime around my B-day in April. April 28th. That would be a sweet B-day present.. ( smiles) - Lesley

Oh, I feel terrible, I wrote a big long entry on what I want to thank everyone for and I forgot Idina!
Idina: First of all, I did not forget you for lack of love! It's finals week and my mind is completely scattered, lol.
Thank you for your honesty as Maureen, and the fun you bring to the role. Your voice is so beautiful, and your performance so real and in your face. I think a lot of people could learn from Maureen how to live their life to the fullest. She is all about love, and I don't think that would have been realised if you weren't so full of love yourself.

Well I suppose its time...

For the past few months, it has been my routine when I come home from school, to throw mt backpack onto the floor, rush up the stairs, sign on to AOL, and check the site. When there is no new post, I feel sad. When there is, however, my heart leaps a little and I smile. For those few minutes, I get lost in the world of RENT. For those few minutes, nothing else is happening in the world. For those few minutes, I forget all of my stress from the day. The blog has been my escape from reality, and I will truly miss it. It is what I look forward too when I am having the worst day, and when I am having the best day, it makes it even better.

I cannot say it enough, thank you.
Without such an absolutley incredible cast, none of this would have been possible. Without such a devoted and loving group of actors this blog and site would not exist. While you are thanking us, we are thinking and saying the same thing.

I find it hard to put into words how much this blog means to me, and to all of my fellow RENTheads. The blog makes me feel like I am sitting down to have a conversation with all of the RENTheads in the world, and with, of course, all of you. The conversation is a giant one, where everyone gets a say, and nobody is left out. Nobody feels lost while taking part in the conversation. Nobody feels out of place while taking part in the conversation. It is a conversation based on emotion, devotion, compassion, and passion (when its new). The conversation is what RENT is all about.

And now, for the personal thank you's...

Adam- Roger. Passionate, lost, caring, devoted. You make me feel that love is truly possible, even under the worst sercumstances. When you are singing, nothing else in the world matters. I find I can't take my eyes off of you when you are belting out words of love and sorrow.
THANK YOU.

Anthony- Mark. Humorous, frustrated, loyal, friendly. You have such presents. With a single note, you could make me smile, laugh, cry, and cringe all during that one single note. You make me feel that when my world starts to shatter around me, I can find hope in the people and things that I love.
THANK YOU.

Idina- Maureen. Flirtatious, fiery, egotistical, oblivious, emotional. In a character that is so, though I hate to say it, bitchy, you truly find the good in her. So passionate and so true to herself. Idina, you are my role model. You have amazing talent, its hard to bellieve that it can all fit inside of you. You made me want to become a Broadway actress, and I not only thank you for that. You are just so devoted and caring. I am proud to be such a huge fan of you and your work.
THANK YOU.

Jesse- Collins. Loving, simple, truthful, human. Such a simple character, you would think. You take him and add so much depth. Your voice, magical. It rushes through me and lifts me up when I am down. You can make me break down in one scene, and make me grin in another. Such an incredible character and actor.
THANK YOU.

Rosario- Mimi. Raw, alive, spontaneous, crazy. An incredible character. She just wants to be alive and is thankful for her life. Sometimes, she takes it for granted. You make Mimi so much spicier, if that is possible. So mind-blowingly amazing. Your voice is so smooth and just so real. I wish I could dance the dance of life along with you in each and every scene. Just so alive and out there.
THANK YOU.

Taye- Benny. Cold, pressured, changed, greedy. A character with many levels. Although I love to hate Benny, you make me feel sorrow for him as well. I can't say if he does love Allison, but he changed for her, which is a big deal. So stil, while I hate the character because of his coldness to his ex-friends, I love him still.
THANK YOU.

Tracie- Joanne. Committed, realistic, faithful, practical, rational. All she wants is commitment. Of course, commitment from the one person everyone knows will never follow through. Although this is the case, you never do give up. You make Joanne so much more loving than she already is. Such a real character. You can reach notes that I won't be able to hit for a long long time. You added so much.
THANK YOU.

Wilson- Angel. Giving, unique, warm, stylish, sweet. An incredible human being. Angel is an Angel, and nobody could be more angelic than you, Wilson. Sucha sweetie-pie. When I feel sad, I think of Angel. "What do I have to be sad about?" I ask myself. Then I think of all of the things I have that I should be thankful for. Theis reminds me of you and Angel because Angel never seems sad. Angel always finds the good in peopleand situations, no matter how bad they may be. You are such an amazing person and actor.
THANK YOU.

And finally...

Chris- I cannot thank you enough. Not only is is amazing that you are a fellow RENThead (of course), but how you approached the whole thing. The movie is such a gift and I am so thankful to you. I have seen it several times, and plan on seeing it so many more.
THANK YOU.

And now, as I post my last words of the last blog, I am a little heart-broken. This has been my love for so long now, my addiction almost. Although I will never stop "RENTing," it will be hard to continue after this ending. You have all been so amazing. I have never had such an experience before, where I was able to be in contact with a group of such gifted individuals. I find it hard to close my last thought. I am loosing a piece of my day, it seems. I love you all so much, I cannot put it into words. I hope that I can meet you all one day, so I can truly express to you how much this blog, movie, and show have meant to me, and still do. I love you all so much. THANK YOU.
LOVB LOVE LOVE
Infinate X's and O's,
A true RENThead, Maya
And let my last words be...
NO DAY BUT TODAY

It's really strange to have you guys thanking US, because we should really be the ones thanking you guys.

Thank you so much for a WONDERFUL movie. I have seen it again and again, and I don't plan on stopping any time soon. But each time I see it, I notice how much the cast really put in to making this film as great as it is. So thank you, every single one of you, for giving us such a wonderful movie!

And thank you as well for such wonderful blog posts. I, for one, am definitely going to miss them. Thank you for thinking about your fans the whole way through, you guys are amazing.

Thank you thank you thank you!

-Anna-

I feel your pain Tracie! lol! Awww, I don't want to see the blog go :-( It means so much that you guys read it and that you care about your fans and the fans of RENT. Everything you all had to say was so sweet and lovely. The movie is fantastic and so are all of you! I hope you know that there are fans out there that will be sending you best wishes and support for your upcoming projects as well :-)

No day but today
<3 Kaya

This is so sad. I always went to the blog at the end of the day just like Tracie and now it's not going to be there. When Wilson said true believer for the last time// i'll admit there was a tear* I cannot tell the cast how much the blog ment to all of the fans how important it was to the movie that the fans talk to you guys. And you were all amazing about posting. A thousand sweet thank you's. I love you all. It's going to be so sad not being able to communicate with the cast. You have all found a special place in my heart. I love you and I'm going to see the movie as many more times as possible.

Oh wow, it's seriously over? That makes me really sad. :'( But anyway... Thank you guys so much for doing this and for keeping it up as long as you have. It's meant so much to the fans to know you're out there listening to us and communicating with us. Seriously, you guys all rock so hard for that. <3

I haven't posted this here yet... But I loved the movie so much. I'm not going to lie, I went into the theater wanting it to be good and yet still being cautious, and when I left... Wow. Honestly. There weren't words, still aren't, to describe how completely happy I was with this film. All of you were AMAZING. I don't cry during movies. I just don't. But this had me sobbing- not just a few tears, seriously sobbing- and also laughing and smiling and way too many things to post. The new dialogue is wonderful, and the closing shot was the absolute most perfect thing I have ever seen. The first time I saw it, I went with people I call my Rent son and granddaughter (I introduced it to him, he loved it, he introduced it to her, she loved it) the day it opened, and all three of us were simply blown away. Honestly, we were seven hundred different kinds of happy on the way home. :)

Then I went and saw it again that night with my little sister and her boyfriend. She has loved it as long as I had, but he had never bothered to listen to it and "hated Rent" on the basis that I loved it and he lives to annoy the crap out of me. (Seriously. He knew almost nothing about the show and would insult it just to make me angry.) She cried from Without You until twenty minutes after we left the theater, but what really surprised me was how much Larry liked it. He cried during the ICYR, and then he just held my sister and said "Wow, this makes me want to never, ever fight with you again." If you guys knew these two, you would know just how amazing that was.

Oh, and my sister took my mom to see it, and she loved it, too. :) In fact, everyone I've introduced it to loved it, including the friends who used to tease me about how much I liked it (but now they are fans themselves) and the very conservative Catholic girl who still blushes if you mention sex.

Sorry this is so long, I just wanted to let you guys know just how much these blogs and this movie means to me and how much it is affecting people, even here in the middle of conservative Ohio.

Thank you all. For everything. <3
Sarah

OMG, I guess I need to find new ways to not do work. I have to say I loved all the clips,and cant wait for the DVD.! I love the whole cast and all the bloggers.!

NOOOO!!!!! i dont want this blog to end!! this is so so sad!! I have been checking this blog religiously since i saw the movie and i am so so so sad that it is going to end :(!!! I'm still going to check this like everyday for the slight chance that there might be an update!! well...i guess this is a final goodbye...at least i still have my soundtrack!! I'm listening to it right now!! well...thank you so much for everything...everyone that was involved in the movie and this blog i love you all!! thanks so much for the good times!! i'm counting down the days for the dvd release!! love love
*morgan

Ohh my gosh I can't breath and im crying!!! I can't believe im crying...ok need to stop now!!! *Deep breath* ok so today hasn't been a great day...its yucky weather and a storm is headed this way and I have a HUGE history exam to study for...but screw it for now because im wring a LONG blog...so hang in there who ever is reading this...

Wow this has been an amazing experience.... I have to say I was nervous when I first heard that Hollywood was thinking about making rent into a movie...I mean I wanted it really bad... I wanted to be able to have it on DVD and play it anytime I want and not have to travel to NYC to see it (although I would rather live in NYC right on Broadway.) I mean rent is amazing on stage I just didn't know what anyone could do to make it as powerful and as up close and personal...but you did it.

When I first heard about this blog I had NO idea what it was...me being me wasn't going to comment in fear that my email would be out there...but if it was for rent I was willing to take the chance...and plus I trust all of you guys and girls more than I trust the kids at my own school...

Rent has an amazing message...it is so powerful and has so much meaning that for even a girl of 15 years old (me) can take so many things to heart. Yes I have been listening to rent since I was five...yes five you might be thinking that my mom is crazy because of the language and drug references...but I new my boundaries and I only sang the words my mom said so I never stepped across that line. I mean at five I didn't even know what it was about.... and then I got older...and started to look at the world around me...and a song from one of Jonathan's other musicals came to mind "Real Life" one of the lines in there is "is this real life" and I started to look around and think "wow there are so many messages...and so many different stories out there..." rent had always been in my life but when I really started to listen to the lyrics and feel the power in the worlds that all of you were singing...it was overwhelming....

AND THEN I WENT TO NYC.

My first trip there...wow! I was 13 "finally a teenager" and my mom said she would take me to NYC to see RENT...well I almost died I was so excited...I had mean listing to it for seven years by then...I knew every word to every song and I was so excited to see it performed live!! Well when I got there and the lights dimmed and the fist piano note was played I got the chills...those chills stayed with me until the last song.... I laughed at the little jokes and Maureen ;), was amazed that angel could dance and jump off a table with those heals and how gorgeous he was! And I cried when angel died and when Mimi and roger broke up and I cried again at the end when they were showing marks film and we played it all around the theatre I was soo mad at Benny when lied about Mimi, and then I forgave him when he paid for angels funeral. It was just amazing everything about it was amazing...after the show I waited and I got everyone's signature...I didn't think of pictures at the time. But the other 3 times I saw the show I got pictures...and everyone was solo nice.... so genuinely nice...thanked us for thanking them and signed anything you asked...wow I love you all

And then I heard about the movie...and I was excited and nervous...I didn't want random 'Hollywood stars' in the show...I probably would have protested...im my eyes the only stars that could have filled those roles were the OBC I had never seen them and this was an opportunity for me to... so when the announced that it was going to be the 5 OBC I was so excited...hey 5 is better than 0...so then I looked up the other two performers to be in this and I saw Tracie Thoms and Rosario Dawson...I knew Rosario Dawson was already a star and that was ok with me...I liked her =) I knew she was a great actress...and then I read Tracie’s bio and immediately fell in love with her along with the whole cast!!

So I started to come on the blog everyday! I knew it only updated Mondays and Wednesdays (normally) but I still came on everyday...from the moment it launched...it was amazing...I posted as much as I could and longed to hear from the cast members and Chris Columbus...anything to get me closer to a project that I was in love with...I wanted this movie to be special! I was seeing clips and hearing clips from songs and it sounded great! And then I remember the day the soundtrack came out...wow when I got to Barnes and nobles almost all of them had been sold out... I bought it and started playing it...I imported it into my ipod and then put it in my CD played...I’ve been waking up to it every since... I loved when you guys did with it...I miss some songs. But I loved the quality and the harmonies...great job

And then the movie came out.... that day we had a half a day so five of my friends, my mom and I all raced to the movie theatres...just to hear "it hasn't arrived yet" well I was so upset I was almost in tears...so I took all their movie poster (well a lot of them which I plan to use as wallpaper) and left...that night I went to the waterfront and say it and balled my eyes out in the begging I had tears of joy and by the end I was balling...I was so impressed you all nailed it!! It was so powerful!

I have now seen it 7 times...which was my goal...but I want to see it more...maybe tomorrow if we have a snow day which I am praying for...but I love it and I plan to buy it the day it comes out!!

Im so sad this is your last blog, but I knew it would happen...

So my last worlds are...

Chris- thank you for taking RENT and making it in the a phenomena <3
Anthony- you made this happen, and for that I can not thank you enough...<3
Taye- amazing...simply amazing. You have the ability to not only portray Benny but bring the audience in.and in a way really feel for him <3
Jesse- wow...wow...wow...wow you have an amazing voice and an amazing talent...I am hooked to law and order but I am thrilled you were able to do RENT<3
Wilson- beautiful beautiful beautiful soul...I love you and everything you do...you are my angel...you did an amazing job...I was drawn to you in this movie...no words can explain it <3
Adam- wow glory made my cry and think...wow you have an amazing talent...so glad you gave up that personal training ;) you portrayal of Roger is awesome...you really grasp him and his emotions. <3
Rosario- wow girl...you were a great Mimi...you did it and you made it awesome...I was always a fan of yours but never new you could sing!!! Amazing amazing job!! And you seem so down to earth! <3
Idina- I’ve always loved you! You sum up the word talent...so amazing in everything you do...keep it up...and I check your web site all the time!! I love when you write letters and such.... the site seems so personal I love it. You writing your own bio..wow <3
Tracie- Tracie Tracie Tracie.... you are ahh I don't have a word because that’s how good you are...you seem like so much fun!! You are an amazing Joanne and I absolute love you!! Amazing amazing x infinity wow I don't know what I am going to do now that the blog is done to!! Im in mourning!!<3

I love you all and although I have never met any of you (I hope I get to) I feel like we have a connection and it’s from RENT.... I think the fans and performers have grown into this one huge renthead that will always be around...because it will never end!

Jonathan Larson- thank you for all the work you have done. And are (saying are because you are very much still apart of peoples everyday lives) an amazing person.... it is because of you that all of this is possible...thank you and I love you

Much love to everyone that did anything on this project!!!

LOVE YOU ALL
<3,
True Believer
Khalehla

I can't believe this is it. I've loved this. My friends knew to come to me for RENT news because I checked the site every day. Wow. This is gonna suck...not having this everyday. Wow. I love Tracie. She's totally on point. Oh well...gotta go see the movie in theaters like 500 more times, and then I WANT THE DVD ASAP!!!!!! Please PLEASE hurry up and release it. The end of the blog coincides with my college graduation - Saturday. creepy.
Okay, random reply.
We'll miss y'all!!

this is an addendum to my previous comment which got truncated: thank you all for taking the time to put these video blogs together. much love to each and every one of you.

A huge thank you back to the cast and Chris for bringing this amazing experience to the big screen! I have gone six times so far to see it, three of those times taking people with me. Two of those three people were especially important because unlike myself, they had never gotten to see RENT onstage and did not understand why I am such a fan and collector for the past 7 years until now. First, my sister. She loved it and because she had the chance to see it, was able to be the unbiased person to make my mother understand why I love it to so much (she is a strict Catholic). This unbiased opinion helped to secure a purchase for me of a RENT item for Christmas from my mother. Whoa - a TRUE Christmas miracle! The other one is my husband. He went with me the 4th time I saw it. He could not understand why I wanted to see it over and over again in the movies, until he saw it himself. During the "I'll Cover You" reprise he held my hand so tight. Afterwards, he told me he understood my connection and love for this amazing body of work. So again, THANK YOU SO MUCH Anthony, Adam, Idina, Taye, Jesse, and Wilson for coming back to this. And to Rosario and Tracie...so much thanks to you because your amazing talents fit in so seamlessly and beautifully with the original cast. You have captured our hearts as if you had been there all along! With lots of love to you all - Heidi Filali

Aw :( no more blogs for awhile. I suppose you do need lives outside of RENT though, hehe. Thank you for being so connected to all the fans throughout the entire film-making process, I know I appreciate it so much and I'm sure everybody else does too :)

There are few hollywood actors and actresses that would connect with their fans so freely as you all did. You truly broke the mold and for that we are grateful. Even though the movie did not last very long it still touched so many lives. One little side note my sister's boyfriend died of cancer last november and when he was in the hospital she painted his nails just like in the movie. It just goes to show that it is the little things that matter the most. So once again thankyou all for being so wonderful. RENT will forever be in my heart.
No Day but Today!!!

Tracie I know what you mean.... I'm pretty sad about it. Thank you guys for putting the time into the blog being available. It was pretty awesome and I feel like I kind of got to know you all a little bit. Thanks again and I hope to see you all in other films and such.
P.S I'm watching Law and Order in the other room. Kudos Jesse!!!
Lex

Awww that makes me so sad that this thing is ending! I love all of you actors and I love you even more when you're all together(Today Show, Ellen, etc...you guys are so cute!).
Taye- what can I say? You're so gosh darn HOT! Oh yeah, and you're super talented too, haha.
Adam- You're amazing as Roger, you totally embodied the character...just amazing.
Anthony- You are sooo awesome and cool! You can just tell that you really put your whole heart into this and into keeping the fans involved. I know that you were a big part of making the blog happen, and I thank you thank you thank you for doing it.
Jesse- oh dang, that voice of yours is just to die for, I can't get over it. You seem like such a nice guy.
Wilson- Your Angel is absolutely incredible, I loved your performance in the film. You're wonderful.
Tracie- Dang, girl you got some PIPES! You are so cute and talented, and I loooove how you are such a fan of this. You're one of us(!) and I love it.
Idina- You are incredibly talented and gorgeous, and just full of class. I have to admit, I just started to know who you were as of Wicked(so I kinda feel like a poser, :-/), but you are such an inspiring person, you just have a certain je ne se quois about you.
Rosario- YOU. ARE. UH-MAZE-ING. I absolutely LOVED you in this film. You are super hot and adorable and gorgeous all at the same time. Your performance was incredibly moving, you are a wonderful actor and if you don't get an Oscar nomination for this, I am boycotting them. Your voice is so unique sounding and I can't get enough of it. I listen to the end of 'Goodbye Love' over and over, it moves me every time, because you somehow manage to get an incredible amount of emotion in your voice and it's just ridiculous.
Chris- THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for bringing this movie to us, it is incredible...enough said.
Everyone else involved- This movie is absolutely remarkable and I'm sure everyone was an important part of it, so thank you too!!

Can't WAIT for the DVD to come out! There better be LOADS of special features on there!

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH. Thank you for an incredible, inspiring, amazing, beautiful movie. Thank you for putting your hearts and souls into it and thank you for realizing the importance that this story has on so many people and for allowing us to be a part of it. There is no other play that has touched so many people on so many levels, and this movie is just a way to allow it to get out to more people. What other movie has people who are so dedicated to it and so in love with what they are doing? What other movie has such a huge, everlasting fan-base. Rent may not get the Oscar nod, but unlike the movies that do it will live on forever and we won't forget it. There is so much meaning to it. Me and my friend wrote an article about it for our school paper and it became ridiculously long because we just had so much to say.

Tracie, you are the best! I totally agree...I don't know how I'm going to do when I get home from school now! What blog am I going to watch? It makes me so sad that it's over, and it makes me sad that I didn't get into this who "blog" thing until later in the game. (I didn't even know what a blog was..haha)

THANK YOU ALL FOR BEING SO PASSIONATE!!! RENT IS TRULY AMAZING!!!

love, a true believer!,
Amanda

OMG.....NOOOOO...I love my RENT blog. Tracie I know how you feel now what will all the RENTheads talk about on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. I am so happy that this was here and I am sooooo soo sad to see it go.

i want you all to know that as i was reading all of these posts i was and still am crying!!! this is sooooooooooo sad, i love each and every second of the movie RENT!!!! this movie and play is soooo inspiring. i've grown so accustemed to checking the blogs and the videos, i'm just sorry that i didn't become a renthead sooner, but all 8 of you have a place in my heart always and forever, these blogs and video's have become my life, everyday i count down the hours until i get out of school then i go home and check the blogs, this website is what gets me through the days, the weeks,and the months. i just can't believe that all this has to come to an end, and that this will be my last comment for a long time or maybe even forever! i don't want to face reality and think about that this site will not have any new blogs or video's, i will probably be on this site tomorrow not realizing that its all over, and be looking for new posts. i can't let go of all the memories, and face real life again. i love the whole cast, i'm going to miss you all, i've seen the movie 19 times, and am going again this weekend. i hate the fact that it all has to end, tear..tear, for real. i want to thank Chris,Taye,Anthony, Adam, Rosario,Jesse, Wilson, Idina and Tracie with All my love and hopes for the future, goodbye,

You guys are such wonderful, amazing, talented people...everyone who was involved in Rent...thank you so much for making this movie. It has completely changed my life in such a positive way. I can't begin to describe how much Rent means to me, but I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are all so special :)

~Rachel~ :)

I cried. Like, actually cried.

You guys ROCK! You all spend time to thank us, but we should be the ones thanking you! You all put your energy and time into something for us! Rent is an awesome movie, and a moving story. Thank you all for making it what it is. I am SOSOSO sad that this blog is ending! Thanks again for everything!

Idina, this really isn't rent specific but I just wanted to say thank you so much for being such an inspiration. You have such an incredible voice and it is thanks to shows such as Wicked and Rent that I realized that being on Broadway- as much as it is a dream, I have to at least try to make it a reality. Thank you so much for just being amazing and doing plays such as Rent and Wicked. The messages behind these works are so good and so needed in today's world. Thank you!

Wow, I feel like I only just found the blog site and now it's coming to a close (at least for the time being). I'm gonna miss reading and watching the updates but hopefully there will be more at a future date! Thanks to Chris and the cast! All of us here, I'm sure, appreciate that you took the time to read all of our posts! You guys are all amazing singers and actors and I hope to see you all in other projects soon (and in person would be... amazing!) I'll keep watching RENT (dragging my friends to go see it so they fall in love with it the way I have) and listening to the soundtrack! I'll Cover You and Today 4 U keep playing in my head whenever someone mentions RENT.
I'm going to see it in NYC again on Jan. 7 and I plan on being in NYC for the 10th anniversary! Whether I get a ticket to see it or not is another story.

Thank you all again, so very much! I can't begin to explain in a blog how much RENT (and the whole cast) has truly inspired me. I'm not a writer but I've been writing (poetry) ever since this movie. You should be so proud of your accomplishment!

Hoping to hear from you soon,
Molly

Noday but today!

i told myself this day wouldn't happen. i love you all, and no comment i could write could sum up how much you mean to me and the entire rent story. it's given me such a clearer perspective, and i am so thankful to have had you amazing people play these roles.

i know this is just another comment of hundreds, but i really do hope you read this one. thank you, so much. truly. you're fabulous.

SOB! I knew that this was going to come, but I wasn't aware of just how sad it would make me. Many of you said that this was a diiferent experience for you, to hear what the fans are thinking every step of the way. It was the same for all of us, to have a place where we could come and make suggestions and speak our minds about a project that is so important to so many of us, was truly a blessing. There have been times when I was just having an awful day and I would come to the blog to look at the latest entry, and it would put a smile on my face because you all just got it so right. This movie is a testament to how much this work has touched thousands of people, and you were all so perfect. I've seen many different RENT casts, but to me the 8 of you will ALWAYS be Benny, Roger, Mimi, Collins, Angel, Maureen, Joanne and Mark. You are the definitive cast of RENT! I'd love to see you all do the full show on stage someday!!

Taye: You're so funny. All the stories of your pranks on set were hilarious! I love your singing voice, and you make a great bad guy! AND you look hot in a suit! You and Idina are by far my favorite celebrity couple! I hope to see you in more movies soon!

Adam: I don't know how your voice got so damn beautiful, but somehow it did, and I will be forever thankful for that. You were so emotional and heartbreaking in this film, it was truly great acting. The sense of grief, distrust and anger that you gave Roger was truly encredible, thank you so much.

Rosario: Lord! You were AMAZING! I rue the day I ever uttered the words "Yea, but can she sing?" Your voice is magical, I could listen to it all day. And your acting was obviously fabulous. You brought a kindness and innocence to Mimi that was perfect. You truly made her more than a stripper and a junkie who happened to fall in love, you made her a multi-dimensional character, which was something I'd always looked for from Mimi. I had always thought Mimi's character was the weakest link in the show, no longer, now there are NO weak links!

Jesse: Your voice makes this aspiring actress develop a severe inferiority complex. Thank goodness I'm not a man so I'll never have to compete with you for a role! lol. Everytime I listen to the I'll Cover You Reprise I sob histerically, your voice just exudes emotion. I'm so glad you did this project, and I love watching you on Law+Order. If you don't get nominated for an Oscar I will be SEVERELY upset!

Wilson: Everytime I watch you in the movie I think "Why can't I look that good in a dress?!" It's so unfair. I love Angel, and you are so perfect in the role. And one of my two favorite moments on the blog was when you were talking about pulling off the road when you got the role. I laughed for like a week! Your voice is encredible and I can't wait to see all three of your new movies!

Idina: Yea, so basically, I think you're a goddess. There isn't really much else I can say. I think you are the best Maureen ever, I think you are the best Elphaba ever, and I can't wait to see what you do next. OH! I love in Kissing Jessica Stein when you're blonde and you say "Are you a lesbian?!" CLASSIC!

Tracie: Meh, I can't even express how much I love you! I'm so glad that a RENThead got to take this journey, and report back on all the fun details to us. You got to dance with Anthony Rapp, kiss Idina Menzel, and go to the Life Cafe with 6 of the original cast members! You are by far the luckiest RENThead of all time. You are also sooooo talented, everytime you sing or speak in the movie I get chills. I think that you are fabulous, and I can't wait for the Devil Wears Prada (a portrait of a true sociopath, if ever there was one.) Good luck in all your future movies! OH and I saw you in a guest appearance on a show the other night, and I totally screamed I was so happy!

Anthony: Saved the best for last! You inspire me. There is no other way to put it. I love Mark, he's my fav, and to me you ARE Mark. I feel Mark is the heart-and-soul of the group and of the show, and I think you are the hear-and-soul of the cast. Everytime you are asked a question you answer it just perfectly, everytime I am blown away. To me you are the physical embodiment of RENT. Whenever I hear someone say RENT the first thing I think is "Jonathan Larson!" followed very closely by "Anthony Rapp!" Thank you for caring so much about this process, thank you for caring so much about us RENTheads, and thank you, thank you, for being Mark.

All of you have made this movie the best it could possibly be, thank you so much. I hope that in the next few years I will get to meet all of you, so I can tell you inperson how much you have meant to me, (and hopefully get some autographs too! Anthony, I'll try not to shake, but I can't make any promises about crying.) Thank you again.

And Thank You Jonathan Larson.

Love
B

"I can't believe this is goodbye.." Wow. I've been following this blog since the beginning. I'm so sad it's over. OK: Chris Columbus: All us Rentheads are sooooo happy with how you did the film, especially with most of the OBC!!! Hope you'll do more movie musicals! Anthony Rapp:You are the heart of this project. Don't forget us, because we'll never forget what you've done for RENT. Can't wait for your book. Taye Diggs: You did a great job as Benny! So funny! Keep acting please! Idina Menzel: All your loyal fans (myself included)loved you as Maureen again! I think SOMEONE will be up for an Oscar... Tracie Thoms: Yes, we love the blog too! It's so nice to hear someone as talented as you say you're a renthead, too. You fit right in with the OBC, congrats! Jesse L. Martin: You were absolutely touching as Tom Collins. I'm now a Law and Order fan because of you! Wilson Jermaine Heredia: I never got to see you as Angel before this movie and know I know why you won the Tony!! You were AMAZING!!! Just sooo amazing! WOW! Rosario Dawson: You blew me away as Mimi!! If I didn't know any better, I would say you were an OBC member! Loved every moment you were on screen! Adam Pascal: You literally rocked as Roger! I will never be able to repay all of you for what you've done! Thank you Jonathon Larson. Let RENT live forever! Carrie

Hey guys --

It's still weird to me that this has all nearly come and gone. Like a whirlwind, really; quite the journey. Thank you for including us on it -- especially to Anthony.

Best to all of you, whatever your future projects. I hope to see many of you back on Broadway soon.

- Deborah

Hey beautiful RENT cast! Well, all I have to say is THANK YOU so much for letting us be a part of this amazing movie with you guys. I re-watched many of the blogs last night and my stomach is sore today from laughing so hard! You guys are truly an amazing bunch that has without a doubt touched and even changed my life. I've seen the movie 4 times and it just gets even more amazing. You guys are amazing role moels and I KNOW you will go on to do even bigger and better things. I wish you all much success and happiness in your future endeavors. Always keep us crazy RENTheads in your hearts, as you will be in our hearts always!
LOVE times 525,600,
Lindsey

Hey u guys r Awsome!!!...the movie was great.I loved it.Tracie, like u i didn't think the blog would ever go away..i mean i knew it would..i just didn't want it to..lol!..Its gonna be hard to get used to not looking at it every day.I NEED THE BLOG!..lol..I love all u guys and i think ur awsome!..(o and Jesse i watched Law & Order last night and it was really good)!U guys ROCK!

I can't believe this is goodbye...
Checking the website has been such a big part of my life---
That being said, congratulations on an absolutely incredible film, you are all wonderful in it and it has been a dream come true to see it come to life onscreen...Thank you all so much for continuing to keep us informed, we'll miss you guys!!!! <3

I feel extreme sadness knowing that there might not be any more blogs, but it had to come at one point. I am so glad that all of you were active in checking the blogs and posting yourselves. I feel that I know each and every one of you now. It isn't everyday that actors such as yourselves reach out to their fans, but I think that your personability with all of us defines the meaning of RENT. And you are all so humble and grateful to us! I've never known big stars (yes, you are stars now) to be so grounded. Like I've said, I feel I know you now and I love each and every one of you! This movie has changed me for good. I will be forever grateful to all of you for the joy you have given me.
May the future bring nothing but happiness and prosperity to you all!

THANK YOU JONATHAN LARSON!!!!

Wow, I can't believe it's over. I agree Tracie, What are we supposed to do now?

This blog made me cry because it was YOU thanking US, which is so bizarre considering the gift you've given all of us. So thank you. For your dedication, your hard work, and your spirit, that's so obvious in every second of this film. So be proud of yourselves. Not one of us will ever forget this.

No day but today. xox

To all the wonderful people associated with this move ... you have my eternal gratitude. It is not often that the director and stars of a movie that makes such an impact on an audience care and reach out so much to them. I loved the whole Rent movie experience. Though it's unfortunate it must end, I look forward to seeing you all again. Bring on the new tv shows, movies, theater performances, cd's, and books!
...
Wow! What an amazing bunch you are.

Aw I'm going to miss all these really awesome updates. The movie was awesome and I'm really excited for the DVD. I'm glad you guys are all so appreciative of the fanbase and care enough to post all the time. I don't think I would have been as excited as I was without all the posts about how great things were going. Well, it was worth the long wait as I'm sure the DVD will be even better (since it will have deleted scenes which are always fun). And hey, who doesn't love singing and dancing along? haha.

Good luck with all future projects to all of you.

Much love,
Sarah S.

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! ADAM, ANTHONY, WILSON, TRACIE, ROSARIO, JESSE, IDINA, TAYE, AND CHRIS, YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME!!!!AND, EVERYONE ON THE BLOG, I LOVED READING EVERYONE ELSE'S COMMENTS, AND I'M GONNA MISS YOU GUYS TOO!!! THANKS, YOU GUYS, IT'S BEEN FUN...

No day but today!!!

-Emma

I'm Gonna CRY!!...I checked the blogs every day!!..I'm obssesed w/ them.I loved the movie..I saw it 5 times..and goin again sometime.U guys r all very cool..and don't thank us..Thank U!..ur the ones that gave us this great movie!!I love u all!

~Ashton B.~

wow. i cant believe its really over..
RENT is one of the best things in my life and it has opened my eyes to so much more..

Adam - i have to say, i like your hair longer...lol anyway you are an amazing performer and I love your voice. By the way, you are INSANELY HOTT, (ok ill stop hitting on you now) anyway, I wish you the best of luck in everything and hope i see you soon!

Anthony - you are one of the funniest guys ever, i really felt a connection with you through this blog. Again, you are also an amazing performer and I LOVE your voice. Your love for RENT and the fans is inspiring and thank you for taping all those blogs!

Chris - thank you so much for having so much faith in this movie and especially in the original cast. Truthfully, it really wouldnt have been the same without them. This movie was incredible and you did a really amazing job. THANK YOU!

Idina - oh mann...you are my role model and I wish I could meet you some day. I live in Huntington, and I feel like I am that little long island girl who is chasing her dreams just like you did. After seeing you (and Taye!!) in Wicked, all i could think about was how much I wanted to meet you and be you. There are no words to describe how much I admire you. Anyway, about the movie, you (of course) were incredible and Take Me or Leave Me is my personal anthem. I love you so much!!!

Jesse - your compassion and love for RENT is truly inspiring and I love you for it. You are a wonderful person and an incredible actor. The funeral scene was probably the saddest few minutes of my life and I was truly touched by your performance. I thank you so much for taking time from Law and Order to do this movie because I couldnt picture anyone else as Collins.

Rosario - although you were new to the whole RENT scene, I have to say..you kicked some butt in this movie and I couldnt think of a more perfect Mimi. The emotion and sexiness that you brought to the role was absolutely amazing. And another thing, YOU HAVE AN AMAZING VOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Out tonight is one of my top 5 favorite RENT songs. i really hope to see you in the near future and I wish you the best of luck.

Taye - you are one VERY lucky man. being married to my idol and all. But although you were the "bad guy" in the movie, you are actually pretty cool. I had the great opportunity of seeing you and Idina in Wicked together and i must say, the chemistry was pretty intense and I loved your performance. Your voice is amazing and I wish you and Idina the best of luck in your life together.

Tracie - ur my girl!!!! i love your crazy, hyperactive, renthead self. You are so caring and thoughtful and really care about the fans, because you are a renthead yourself! Your performance of Joanne was amazing and I love your voice. Your solo in Seasons of Love is truly mindblowing and so beautiful. I wish the best of luck to my fellow renthead! haha

Wilson - your ability to walk in those heels is really amazing and I give you props for it. You are a wonderful actor and really funny too! When Angel died, i couldnt stop crying (like everyone else who saw the movie) for the rest of the weekend I had this feeling of sadness in my heart just because I was so heartbroken and touched by your performance. You are AMAZING and i love you!.

THANK YOU JONATHAN LARSON!!!!!!!

to the whole cast -
thank you so much for taking all of us on this crazy rollercoaster. It has been one hell of a ride and I will never forget it. now what am i going to do at the end of the day???!!!! (tracie i know EXACTLY how you feel.) i love you guys, GOD BLESS

-Teresa

Wow, I can't believe the blog is going away! Soooo sad! We should really be thanking all of you for bringing america this amazing movie. I really wish more people would go see it! What is wrong with people?! Thank you soooo much for everything you have given us! Every moment of this film was so well done and i think it did a really good job of sticking to the musical's roots. I've seen it three times...and every time I cry more and more every time, if that makes sense. Soooo amazing! It's going to be sad to see this blog go, but I know that this movie will last forever!!!!! Thanks again from the bottom of my heart! Good luck in your careers! Keep making movies and making CD's to give us something else to cherish!!

Measure your life in Love!!!

I can't believe your going, . . . I can't believe this is, . . Goodbye.....

Wow I never knewq how true those words could be, and I never imagined this. Totally agree with Tracie I get home from school and this is what I do? Now what am I to do. Wow I'm crying lol, I love you all and I love the movie I will definately keep tuning in lol I want to start a protest of my own lol NO ON RENT BLOG CLOSING!!! Lol WHO'S WITH ME?! Would'nt I love to, I love yall so much esecially all the other fans and the cast and everyone else. Its been great but all good things must come to an end right? I will miss you all so much,....

Tears of Love and Sadness xoxoxox

Medina Johnson

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year

To everyone a P.S.

Because I knew you,.... I have been changed,....for good.....(I will never forget this and when I have children and they love RENT I will tell them all about this incredible BLOG and everything there was to see on it♥ I will never forget RENT and I sure as hell will buy the DVD!!! Love Always Forget Regret)

I cant believe this is Goddbye,......No Day But Today!!!

I just want to thanks you for making this movie i have see this movie alot so far but i want thank you guy for this great movie that show the world that no you is diffence then any other one of us thank you

OMG! My Response to this being the last blog was the exact(and my mother can testify to this)same response as Tracie Thoms "What am I gonna do with my life now that it's gone??" my mothers response "Move onto the next thing". How insensitive!

I love you all so much. I think it's so incredibly awesome how you guys have reached out to us. you have been thanking us through this whole thing, but it's we who should be thanking you. Most "Celebs" wouldn't have given us the time of day. You guys reached out and kept us updated and connected to this amazing project and I just am so thrilled that got to be apart of this.

Idina- I am using "Over the Moon" as my exam monologue for Advanced Drama(so far I have a 100 for my off book read through yaay). With you responding on how the peice was based on improv and just having fun I've been able to expand and use different things with it(my teacher wanted me to put my twist on it). I don't think I would have done it without your...input(for lack of a better word).

To all of you- I love you, God bless you, Merry Christmas and I cannot wait for the DVD.

This is so sad! I think Tracie summed up my feelings pretty well. It will be hard to get out of the habit of checking this site constantly. I really hope the updates about the dvd are as great as these have been. Thank you guys so much for keeping up with the fans, we appreciate it.

I teared up. Wow, I'm so lame.

Anyway, I love musical theatre and try to see and listen to a variety of productions, but somehow I always end up back at RENT. I won't go on about why because the reasons I have are nothing that hasn't been said before. Despite its flaws, the movie is beautiful and will preserve the essence of RENT for years after it closes.

Anthony- Thank you so much for being so involved with the blog and posting on BWW. It has really made me feel so much more connected.

Tracie- I'm so glad that you joined the cast. I, too, have become so accustomed to having the blog to check, it will be hard to not have it around.

Idina- You're cool. I like you. Come back to theater after you record your album, okay?

Adam- The scene during What You Own on the cliff with your hair blowing in the wind is...priceless. :)

Wilson, Jesse, Taye, Rosario- I lub you all!

Everyone was excellent and I hope to see you guys in different projects also. --I'm trying to keep this short, but sucking at it-- So, Thank you for helping make RENT what it is, and thank you, Jonathan Larson.

Love,
Rachel

This made me cry. Knowing that I won't be able to come here everyday and connect with the cast, crew, and other fans is really hard. You have all changed my life so much.

Taye-If there's one thing I'll always remember about you from these blogs, it's how funny you are. When I was having a bad day I would reread your blogs and watch your videos. And watch out, because if I ever meet you, I'm going to ask for fashion advice!

Anthony-I can't thank you enough. Just like Jesse said, you have devoted yourself to the fans and made sure we were informed on everything. Your wisdom has inspired me so much. You are truly the essence of Rent. Thank you so much.

Adam-You have grown so much as a performer since the original production, and it amazes me of how talented you are. Just listening to you singing is a great experience. I can't wait to see what you achieve in the future, because I know it will be something great.

Rosario-You know, at first I was a little iffy about you as Mimi, I won't lie. But after watching you, my fears went away. You have so much talent and were perfect for this role. You are so funny as well. I hope you plan to do some Broadway as well, because you would be excellent. Congratulations!

Jesse-So even if the Academy decides to be stupid and not nominate you, you will still have won an Oscar in my heart. In my opinion, you put on the best performance. There is nothing like the feeling I get when I watch or hear you singing I'll Cover You Reprise. Thank you for sharing the love and your talent. Haha. Your great and I love you!

Wilson: First off, incredible performance. Secondly, thank you for everything you have written on this blog, and your videos. They're so fun to read and watch, and always cheer me up. To me, there is no other Angel but your Angel, and your Angel has taught me to appreciate my life. Thank you.

Idina: What can I say? When I first saw you in Wicked, I was a total fangirl, I can admit it. But as I looked more into your work, my "fangirlness" faded away to reveal true appreciation. You have inspired me more than anything to pursue my dreams. Your performance was great, and one that will always be remembered. When I met you at the Today Show this summer, you were such a sweetheart and didn't completely freak out while I was gushing, and you even gave me a hug. I can't express how that makes me feel. You have changed me life in more ways than you could imagine, and have inspired me to keep working to get to Broadway, as well as make other girls realize how important they are to this world and what they can do. You helped me realize that. I know it sounds a little obsessive, but I wrote a story in English about meeting you and about how you have changed my life, which I am entering in a writing contest. Thank you for being such a great role model. I'm going to miss your blogs so much. I love you and can't wait to see what's yet to come with your future.

Tracie: There are no words to describe you. Sheer brilliance may be some. Your story of going from Renthead to being in Rent has made me want to try to achieve the same. You have a beautiful voice, and I know your going places, and even though I'm not psychic, I see a Tony award in your future. Haha. Thank you for being so gracious towards us, particulary when I met you this summer. Lots of love!

Chris-Wow, how do I put this. Thank you beyond belief. Thank you for being a true fan of the show, thank you for believing in the original cast and Tracie and Rosario, thank you for believing in the movie, but most of all, thank you for the movie. This would not be the Rent that we love without you. The film was incredible. Thank you so much.

Thank you Jonathan Larson. Without you, none of this would've happened. You will always be in my heart. No day but today.

Measure your life in love,
Allie Rose

Well, I guess this is it. I haven't posted on here much, but I come to the blog a lot to check out video clips and to see what's been going on in the world of RENT. I have thoroughly enjoyed this experience... part of me feels like I know all 7 of you so well now, even though I don't know you at all outside of you and RENT. Does that make sense? :o) So far, I've seen the movie twice. I know, I'm slacking compared to some, but hey, at least I went more than once. And, I was the first to buy a ticket to see the first showing in my hometown here in PA. :o) So, anyway, here's some thoughts for you all.

Adam - Your portrayal was so moving. I could feel your pain as Roger. You did such an amazing job and after listening to you on the CD for the past 6 years, seeing you in this role was amazing. Wonderful! P.S. I love your long hair look, but I personally like it better short. :o)

Rosario - Wow! You as Mimi... amazing. Your emotion and feeling you put into this part made me want to play it even more. I know you were a "newbie" to this cast, but, and correct me if I'm wrong, you did the role justice.

Idina - I have been a huge fan of yours since the RENT CD became a staple in my CD player 6 years ago and when I bought the Wicked soundtrack, my admiration for you intensified. You as Maureen... awesome! I'm so glad I got to see you in this role, even if it wasn't on stage. You are amazing! P.S. Nice ass! :o)

Tracie - The other "newbie." Much like I said to Rosario, you fit into this cast so well. Your voice is absolutely amazing (as is everyone else's, so don't feel left out if I didn't say it in your little paragraph :o) ) and your ability to make people understand Joanne was inspiring.

Wilson - You have a better wardrobe as Angel than I ever will! :o) Your compassion shined through this character and you put so much heart and sole into Angel. Because of this role, I want to be a better person... more compassionate and willing to give of myself to make others' spirits soar.

Jesse - I've been watching you on Law and Order for a few years now and this role blew me away. You have so much more talent inside of you than you ever show in L & O. Your "I'll Cover You" reprise makes me cry, only after the chills subside. I see you in a different way now that I've seen your talent and your sheer emotion in this role.

Taye - Even though Benny wasn't supposed to be a "good guy" per se, you made me like him. You are so likeable yoursel, how could I not? I have to say, your voice is amazing and the hear that Benny was trying to hide couldn't be hidden. I'm so glad you were a part of this movie.

Anthony - I couldn't imagine seeing anyone else as Mark... and this is after I saw a touring company. I could tell how much this role means to you and how much you wanted to give it your all. I hope to be able to sit down and read your book soon... actually, I should add it to my Christmas list. You are an amazing actor and such a wonderful artist.

Chris - Wonderful job with the movie. I know in my heart you kept it as true to the stage show as you possibly could. I can't wait for the DVD release so I can give RENT the full attention it deserves.

I would like to tell you all that this movie has changed me. I've loved the show for years and now that it's captured on film, I will continue to love it and hopefully introduce more people to the world of RENT, where no one lives with regrets. No day but today!

I'll be seeing you all again as soon as the DVD comes out! :o)

As one of your older fans, I have admired, am thankful, and appreciate the work of Jonathan Larson and also the cast (amazing talents) and all those who have been involved in both the play and newly released movie. Though we do not all post online, there are many of us who have been and continue to be inspired by the theme of this story and your incredible contributions. Words cannot express what you have done for me personally. I hope you continue to do well in your careers and be happy as you move to new adventures in your lives!

Best to all of you! And, thank you from the heart!

i'm not sure why i haven't written anything yet, and seeing as this is the end... it's very sad... with that said, i must say this...

from the bottom of my heart, with every fiber of my being... thank you... i don't know where my life would be without rent. i don't know if i would be graduating from art school in a few months honestly... it has changed me from the girl who has her nose in a book, watching the entire world pass her by to the one who is first to jump on a table to dance.... shown me that you can't simply watch life pass you by, it doesn't matter what others think of you, you have to live life as you are and screw the rest... people who know me know can't even imagine me then. and i honestly believe that rent had a major part in that transformation. the story, music and characters have gotten me though the harder times and been with me for the great ones...

there's that question of who you'd like to have at a dinner table... there would be a place for each one of you and mr. larson... oh man what a conversation that would be... !!

btw... as a destresser i make stuff out of duct tape... each character has their own wallet or bag, also a corset inspired by mimi, mark's camera, a cow, sadly my guitar isn't full size... all 100 percent duct tape *grin*

rent is the music that fuels my life... thank you to each and everyone of you... and if i was there i'd give you all a hug!!!

namarie, nix

Awwww, no more blog?? I hope you guys come back, it's been amazing, whenever you guys update, I feel like someone from my family is writing me a letter. Love you guys and good luck in the future!!!

Movie was incredible ;]

- Annie
Yonkers, NY

*tears* wow i cannot believe that this rent blog is done for good. i haven't really posted before, but i've been keeping up with this for quite some time. thank you SO SO much for caring enough about us to spend your time in keeping up with the blog and reading everyone's comments. the movie was so beautiful and amazing... just indescribable, and ive been trying to get every single person i know to see it! all of you did an awesome job, and i just want to thank you again for inspiring me and helping me get through some tough times. best of luck! lots of luv! <3

Aww! I'll miss this beloved blog.

I guess this is my last chance to really show my appreciation.

Thank you, everyone who was involved in the making of this film to constantly have the fans in mind. Not only the fans, but also having Jonathan Larson's family involved. I wonder that if he or the fans was not your ambition, if it would have turned out like it did. It was amazing. Chris, you are very generous and I am greatful that you did not make this //your// piece, but you gave a lot of acknowledgement to everyone. It is directors like you that make this world go round and feeding everyone's soul instead of just your own. Having a director like you puts the fun in making a film. I have brought many new people to the movie, even ones that are somewhat homophobic. Guess what? Their eyes were opened. That was something that should have been accomplished long ago. I now know some people that helping a lot more with AIDS charities after seeing this film. To the actors, you all did a wonderful job, and I am so greatful that they chose you to portray the film roles. If I wasn't stuck in Wisconsin, I would definetely show up at any one of your public gatherings. Adam--I have been a huge fan for years of Model Prisoner and Civilian. I love the work. I really hope that I can see you live some day.

Thank you all, this is exactly what the world needed. It was definetely an eye opener for many.

I don't know what I'm going to do before I go to bed either Tracie!

This is so sad, I just cried a little to be honest, which is only kind of embarrassing....

RENT has been such a major part of my life these past few months, and I think it always will be. Just today I got offered the Joanne solo in "Take Me of Leave Me", so needless to say, even after this blog, RENT will still be a major part of my life, especially since I get to sing in front of a ton of people everyday, which is always awesome. God, this is depressing :/

Thank you guys soo much for doing this film and bringing your characters back to life, it was the most amazing thing I have ever seen in a movie theater and all you guys have seriously changed my life. So, I guess this is goodbye for now, (unless you count all the fanmail I'm going to start sending!) Just, thank you guys and I love you all!

Much Love,

Danielle

I am going to miss this blog so much. What am I going to do with my time!? haha
Luckly I have the soundtrack to help me through this hard time. I listen to it, no joke, at least three times a day. I loved all this behind the scene footage and whatnot, hopefully we will see more of it whenthe DVD comes out!

~ You can get the girl out of hicksville, but you can't get the hicksville out of the girl~

I don't know what to do either with no blog! If any of the cast or crew are reading this...you all did an awesome job! I am thrilled each time I see this film and can't wait for it to be out on DVD! Great job!

oh man, i'm so attatched to this blog :( i love you all, it's changed my life. now what do we do? lmao. thank you SO much .. all of you.

no day but today. ♥

I can't believe it's over...Well, it HAS been an incredible ride and I am so honored to have been a part of it. As I was watching this last video blog, tears streaming down my cheeks, Wilson I think has summed it up..We are all TRUE BELIEVERS in RENT and that is why the blog meant so much to us. Thank you all so much for including us and for making us feel so appreciated...especially Anthony. Don't forget about us Taye, Anthony, Wilson, Jesse, Tracie, Adam, Rosario and Idina. We will never forget you.

I love you all so much.
love,
your faithful,
Natalie

Thank you for taking us all on this INCREDIBLE journey. I'm so sad it's over.

I really had the best year of my life counting down to the best and most inspirational movie of my life.

Thank you to the cast and crew of RENT. I love you all and am forever grateful for this experience! It was everything I expected and more!

It's so strange that after a count down of over 100 days, I've now had the chance to see the film 5 times. The movie was everything I expected, and more. I truly believe you all did amazingly, I'm so proud of every single one of you.

Rosario: Sweetie, you were absolutely wonderful; the perfect Mimi. I've always been a fan, but your performance in this movie truly impressed me and has made me into an even bigger fan. Your voice is beautiful, and you're so gorgeous! Thank you so much for being apart of RENT and good luck with your future projects. <3

Adam: You have such a gorgeous voice. I really just adore your singing, from RENT to your own CDs, which are great and heartfelt. Your performance in the movie was just ON. When I took my father to see the film, I was unsure of how he would respond but to my surprise, when we walked out of the theatre he had tears in his eyes. He told me that your performance of Your Eyes was just amazing and brought him to tears, and I would have to agree. I really can't wait to see your future projects. Thank you so much for being apart of this blog.

Anthony: I have to say that I admire you SO much, it's almost impossible to put into words. The way that you try to stay as connected as possible to your fans really touches me. You are truly a good person, you have a heart of gold. And on top of that, you're so extremely talented! I can't say enough how much I admire you and your take on life. I wish you nothing but the absolute best in all your future projects! Oh, and Open House = fantabulous.

Wilson: You are such a sweetie. I am in utter awe of your talent. Not only is your voice just perfect, but your acting is just, wow. Seeing you in the RENT film just blew me away. I think that you have an extremely bright future ahead of you. I just registered over at your blog, and I'm truly excited for your upcoming films. I really admire you and your talents, and I have nothing but love and support for you.

Jesse: I just have to say that your voice is absolutely beautiful. You have the amazing ability to put pure emotion into what you are singing and it just is so perfect. The I'll Cover You Reprise is so beautifully done -- it brings me to tears when I listen to it. Thank you so much for being apart of this!

Tracie: Wow! What a perfect edition to the OBC. Tracie, your voice is just amazing. I can't believe that you never got a chance to be in the stage production. Your performance in the film was perfect; I was truly impressed. I think that not only are you filled to the brim with talent, but you are such a sweet person as well. Through watching these blogs I could really tell how much this experience meant to you, and how you were putting everything into it. I know that this isn't the last we'll be seeing of you. Good luck with all of your future projects, and stay wonderful sweet heart!

Idina: Absolutely amazing voice. You're gorgeous, talented, and an awesome person. I really can't picture anyone else as Maureen. You bring so much to the character, and your performance in the film was just right on. Everything that you've been involved in is gold, and I'm sure that everything you're going to be involved in will be the same. I wish you nothing but the best, and send nothing but love and support your way.

Taye: I absolutely love your voice; it's so smooth and strong. You're so talented Taye, and your portrayal of Benny in the film was everything I hoped it would be and more. We all know the bad guy side to Benny but I felt through your acting in the film that we got to see the other side of Benny as well. Your facial expressions were just perfect for showing Benny's feelings. And not only are you so talented, but from what we all hear from your fellow actors, you're an awesome guy as well. Thank you so much for being apart of this!

Chris: Chris you made this film into such a beautiful and true adaptation of the stage production. You did such an amazing job with it. From very beginning to the end, I was just so impressed and filled with emotion. It's not every day you get to see a Broadway play turned into a GOOD film, and you more than succeeded. I have to thank you so much for bringing to us 6 of the 8 OBC. That is just such a huge gift to see our inspirations in such a wonderful story. Thank you so much!

In closing, I just have to say a huge thank you to everyone for making RENT the film such a wonderful experience. I've seen it five times in theatres, and plan on making more trips once I get home for Christmas break. You guys did a perfect job, an amazing job. I'm so proud of you all. I think that Jonathan is definitely smiling down on this film. Everyone please take care, and good luck in all that you do.

So, SO much love and support
Katlyn

Hey everyone!!! Im so sad this is the last post for awhile, ever since i saw the movie (twice) ive been coming on here to see videos from everyone! It became part of everyday when i came home from school! I love the whole cast and i listen to the soundtrack non stop! I am dying to see Rent on stage and I am going to be buying the dvd the day it comes out!! thanks for a great movie!

Aw man. I cant believe the blogs are over (For now). I hope they return when the DVD release comes closer. I've seen Rent so many times already, and going to see it more times of course. If any of you ever have free time (doubtful) dont forget to drop an email by to us rentheads.

Take care everyone!

Laura

Oh my gosh I'm so sad :(.... I feel like this blog has been my life since the end of last summer... and now today.. as I finally come home for Christmas break and I am done with all my finals... now the blogs are done too. uhh... oh well I guess it had to end sometime... I'm happy you guys read all of our comments and most of all I want to thank god for putting Jonathan Larson into this world and for him putting RENT into all of our lives! Thank You!!

p.s. Did anybody watch SNL last weekend.. they started talking about CeBe GeBe's and it reminded me of RENT anyway... but then Tina and Amy started singing seasons of love because I guess they can't pay rent or something... it was really funny.

AWW MAN!!! This is depressing! Oh, well we all knew this time would come! All great things come to an end! Well I just wanna thank you guys for everything! The movie was everything I expected it to be and more and I absolutely love you guys! What am I to do?? My Mondays and Wednesdays are going to be so empty now :( This blog has given me such an oppurtunity to interact with you guys!

Tracie: You are the best Joanne ever, renthead to JOANNE! WOW that is like every RENT-heads dream come true! You did an amazing job!

Rosario: Your Mimi was great, I never knew you had such an awesome voice, I saw alot of your movies and knew how great of an actress you were but I never knew you could sing so well. You did an wonderful job as Mimi!

Anthony: I simply love you, you are amazing! It was funny, in school we were watching "School Ties" and I had no idea you were in it and when I saw you I screamed ANTHONY RAPP OMG OMG! And then I got yelled out because I disrupted the class, but I love you, your such a great performer!

Adam: You are also amazing, I loved you in Aida too. You just bring such an strong emotion to Roger that I even fall in love with him LOL! You have an amazing voice, much love!

Jesse: I always watch you in Law and Order and my friend and I are obessed with your voice. I can just listen to it all day! I put on I Cover You Reprise and roll down my windows when I drive! I love you and I am so excited you could take off time from Law and Order to do this wonderful film!

Wilson: You play Angel like an Angel! HAH ew that was corny! I love you and I think you are amazing! Angel is my favorite character (your also my AOL ICON!). Anytime I feel depressed I just put on Today 4 U and I get all happy and excited! Much Love!

Taye: AHHH Taye! I love you and you are astonishing! Your voice, your acting ah! I loved Kevin Hill it was such a great show! And also you made me love Benny, usally I don't like Benny, but I love your Benny. I support you and Idina all the way and I think you are truly amazing!

Idina: I love you and you are the biggest role model to me! You have the strongest voice I have ever heard and you are such a great performer. You own the role of Elphaba! You had me laughing my ass off and rolling on the floor during Over the Moon. You seem like such a funny and nice person. I got really depressed when I couldn't see you in See What I Wanna See. But I can not wait to your upcoming projects! You are my inspiration on everything and when it comes to performing! Much love Idina much love!

Thank Chris for making this movie happen! Thank you Jonathan Larson for just everything! Thank you everybody! I love you all and "I can't belive this is...goooooooodbyyeeeee"

xoxo, Shannon

I’m trying to stem the flow of my tears right now. I can’t express how much this whole project has meant to me. These updates are the highlight of my day. I look forward to them. One reason the movie now holds such a place in my heart is because of the personal connection I’ve been able to establish with the cast members and the goings-on behind the film. I feel so honored to have been so included. Thank you all so much. I really do love each and every one of you.

Taye - You were breathtaking in this movie. Your voice is beautiful. Thank you.
Anthony – I was very touched by your commitment to the fans. You are beyond talented. Thank you.
Adam – I fell in love with Roger as well as you. You are incredible. Thank you.
Rosario – I would not have wanted anyone else to play this part. You brought something to Mimi that no one else could have. It is clear you are as beautiful inside as you are on the outside. Thank you.
Jesse – You are amazing. You are such a powerful actor and you brought such a light to Collins. Thank you.
Wilson – I am in awe. You are so extraordinary. You played Angel beautifully and tastefully. Thank you
Idina – You are such an incredible, genuine person. Your performance in this film is indescribable. Thank you.
Tracie – You are adorable. It is obvious how humble you are. Thank you for your dedication. Joanne is who she is to me because of you. Thank you.
Chris – Thank you for putting this film on the big screen. You did a flawless job. This has immediately become one of my favorite films.

I feel like I am losing a friend. I’m not, I’m not. I need to remind myself. I trying to see the film as often as I can. It’s already out of local theaters so I am in a panic. I am so in love with this story and all the characters. I wish I could thank Jonathan Larson personally for bringing such a brilliant story of life to the world. I wish I could meet all of you in person. I hope that these words express somewhat how much you all have affected me and changed my life. I love you all.

Thank you.

Wow, I can't believe it's ending. These blogs have made so much of a difference and really helped the Rent fans become part of the movie. Thank you so much for everything.

The movie was amazing. Every single member of the cast did a wonderful job and exceeded all of my expectations. I can't express in words how amazed I was.

Kearsten

P.S. Rosario and Tracie need not worry about being the newbies. They were fantastic. Absolutely perfect.

AWWWW...last blog. Tracie, I agree. What am I gonna do now to? THANK YOU to the cast, chris, crew, everyone involved on the film. You gys know by now that the movie is FANTASTIC! I will forever be a RENThead. I love you guys!

XOXO,
Ashley M.

I just want to thank you guys for making such and incredible movie. RENT means so much to me and is something that I've always found comfort in. When I'm having a bad day or am feeling depressed I pop in the RENT soundtrack and it just brings me out of that and reminds me to live life to the fullest and there's no day but today. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to see the original Broadway version, so when the movie came out I was so excited to finally be able to see you guys as these characters instead of just listening to your voices.

I have only been coming to the blog for the past month and it really is something that when I discovered it I looked forward to logging onto everyday. I'm so glad that you guys have been very active with trying to do right by us RENTHeads.

I've seen the movie a couple of times now and everytime I see it I come away with something new. Jonathan Larsons' work was (for lack of a better word) amazing but what made it even more incredible is the passion and the heart that each and every one of you put into it. Okay I have just a couple more things to say:

Rosario - You were so perfect in this film. The work you've done in it was outstanding.

Tracie - You have the most incredible voice. I applaud your dedication in playing JoAnne.

Jesse - I just can't get over how amazingly talented you are. I just recently saw an eposoide of Law & Order and could not get over how diverse of an actor you really are.

Wilson - Angel has always been one of my favorite characters and you were so, so perfect in the movie. Your performance, the delivery of your lines, gestures everything was just so perfect.

Idina - I had the pleasure of being able to see you in Wicked a few summers ago and was blown away by your talent then. But seeing you in this movie really solidified to me how incredible you really are as a singer and actress.

Taye - Your acting, your voice everything was just amazing. Bravo!

Adam - You will and always will be Roger in my eyes. No other actor will ever be able to compare with what you've done.

Lastly but most definately not least:
Anthony - You so embody RENT to me. Words cannot express how much you as an actor inspire me. I feel like you really are the emotional support, heart and soul center of the cast. You have been so vocal in bringing us what we want and I think to all of us that means the world. You inparticular as Mark really brings me comfort. I can't think of anyway else to say this except thank from the bottom of my heart. I wish one day I can be able to say this to you in person.

So thank you all for making this movie and really staying connected with us fans. And now I will end my incredibly long post.

*Love and Hugs*
Sam

I LOVE YOU ALL SOOOO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And it's really gonna suck to not have anymore of these blogs because i have nothing else to occupy my time with. But anyway, thank you guys sooooo much for taking the time to do these. You are all awesome beyond belief and i can't think of anything else to say because you all leave me SO FREAKIN SPEECHLESS!!!!!!!!!! You all did an amazing job in the movie, and you are all so great (especially Idina).

La Vie Boheme!!!!!!!!!!!

Awww!!
It's so sad to see it all ending! I'll never forget when all this first went up, wow! Seems like just yesterday!! This blog is such a wonderful and unique thing...suiting for a wonderful and one of a kind film.
Just wanted to say that I loved the movie, I've seen it multiple times already and plan to see it more. Every audience that I've seen has been truly moved by it as well.
Thank you.

I know I don't comment on here all that often, but that doesn't mean I haven't been checking in almost daily! :) I'm with you, Tracie! I'm really going to miss this!!!

-Emily

I miss the RENT blog already!!

This has been soooo incredible. It's amazing to think that I've been waiting for this moment for 9 years and it's finally here and I've seen the movie 3 times and counting (damn college and finals taking up my RENT viewing time!) I cannot even begin to describe what you guys and RENT have meant to my life! I hope to see you all in other things soon. Keep being talented, wonderful, amazing, creative and just plain awesome. And always remember that you've got a lot of people here who love you!

So, I guess that's it :'( Goodbye one last time from The University of Georgia!

Love for always and always,
Sattin

Aww, no more blog? I'm gonna be like Tracie, I won't know what to do with myself at the end of the day!

RENT cast: I love you all. You have given me and all the other RENTheads and more importantly the world, this incredible gift! I don't know how to thank you for that but to go see the movie many many more times.

SO much love,
Lucy

i can belive it over i cant belive it over it soo sad that it over but i will wacth the moive 100000 times i thank u all soo much to bring it to live i luv wilson ture beliver and adam and everone please come to houston tx i would luv to meet everyone

IT CAN'T BE OVER!!!!!!!!!!!!! This whole feeling of being part of this, the whole rent expierence now really feels like it is ending. My monday and wednesdays are going to be so dull. I looked forward to everything on here, and I really feel like someting special is closing up. For a fan to feel like they had an impact on a movie is remarkable. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU the nine of you are the most amazing people on the planet and I will love you and Rent forever...
Love
Sammy

Thank you all.

Words cannot express the emotions I feel for you guys and for RENT.

Wilson~ I love you the most. :)

You all deserve a hug virtual hug from yours truly. Sorry it's covered with tears, but what can I say? This has been my favorite site for the past five months. Thank you all for being so nice to all of us, it really makes my day. I actually almost wouldn't have been here to see this, but it was the "No day but today" attitude, plus a good friend of mine, that saved me. I love you all and it'd be great if I could someday meet you guys in person. *MUAH!* For one last time, lots of love from Jasmine, formerly known as Jazzy M.

Well, this just about amde me tear up a little there.

I cannot believe it's over I already miss it. I love all you guys so much, Anthony, Adam, Taye, Idina, Adam, Wilson, Jesse, Tracie-you are all so INCREDIBLY AMAZING and I love all of oyu SO much. I always check out the Rent blog after school Monday/Wednesday (and on other days too, to re-watch teh videos) So Tracie, I feel ya, I'm not going to have anything to do! I jsut want to thak you all so much, I got so attached to everyone it's gonna be hard.

I Can't Believe This Family Must Die
........
I can't believe this is...goodbye.

Oh, by the way, happy holidays to all of you. And so here's my last (I promise this is my last one this time!) blog post. At least for now. I don't know what else to say really, except that thanks to RENT, I've become a person who's not afraid to get help when I need it, someone who's not afraid to express her emotions and who she really is. Thank you all for being part of this huge gift. :

well. what else can i say, but THANK YOU.

if i were to describe this year in one word, it would be RENT. this was the year i first fell in love with the play, heard the obc recording, the year i got the rent book and went on 1000 rent sites, the year i sang the songs over and over until i became hoarse, the year i learned to treasure every one of my 525,600 minutes, the year i fell in love with the cast, the year i've followed this blog.

i remember certain wonderful times this year following rent: learning that 6 of the 8 obc members would be in the movie, embracing rosario and tracie, crying as i watched the seasons of love trailer for the first time, lurking on bww, watching the today show and other press appearances, the nervous excitement the week before the movie, finally seeing the movie...and many more.

going under different names (don't ask why), i've commented on almost every single blog. previously dull mondays and wednesdays became the highlights of my weeks. through this blog, i've shared so many laughs and tears, excitement, nervousness, apprehension, you name it. and i loved every second of it.

this whole post is very sentimental, but i'm in a sentimental mood right now. and who can blame me?

a few personal notes -

crew/behind the scenes people - thank you for making this movie a reality! it couldn't have happened without you.

chris - people said you couldn't do it, but you did it. i thank you from the bottom of my heart for your visions of this work of art.

taye - you have such a wonderful personality. and you never fail to make me laugh. rock on!

jesse - thank goodness you could make it! your words are so heartfelt, and your "i'll cover you" is heartwrenching. peace!

idina - you first drew me to broadway this year, starting my broadway obsession. you are so sweet, and yet you play maureen with such fierceness! thanks for everything.

tracie - YOU are the renthead who's dreams came true. thanks for always thinking of us and being the link between us and the movie. i cannot tell you how much i adore you - you're a star!

rosario - you certainly proved me wrong, by a mile! you blew the roof off of my expectations, and could not have done better. continue to dance and sing down the street the rest of your life!

wilson - you are truly amazing. you make me laugh, and your heart, passion, and spirit are wonderful to see. TRUE BELIEVERS!

adam - your voice is as captivating and unique as ever and your acting is fantastic. and you as a person are so wonderfully dirty and alive and awesome. :)

anthony - it kills me to say this, but i think i like you the best...your passion for jonathan's message is evident in everything you do. you are an amazing person, and i have nothing but respect and love for you.

jonathan larson - wherever you may be, thank you for your dreams and messages of love.

so much more to say, but this post is already huge. i feel like i know you all personally, even though i've never met.

i cried the whole time watching this final video. i will miss the blog tons, but i'll be sure to be following up on all of your activites elsewhere!

NO DAY BUT TODAY!

i love each and every one of you.

much love, xoxoxoxoxoxoxox

jade

This is my first comment, although I've been watching and reading all the blogs for a while now. I would just like to say thank you to all of you for getting this film out there to all of us who didn't have a chance to see the original cast, and for all of us who aren't able to see it on Broadway.

You are all so amazing, and the movie was AMAZING!! I learned about the show over the summer, and I was really bummed out that I couldn't see it, but thanks to you guys, all that is different now, because it's on film. You are all such an inspiration to me. You are all SO fantastic, and I think it's really awesome that you would take so much time out of your busy lives to read our little comments. I had all this stuff that I've wanted to say since I first found the blogs, but I never posted it. Now I regret it, because it's over.

So I'd just like to say thank you to Rosario, Adam, Jesse, Wilson, Idina, Tracie, Anthony and Taye, you guys made sure that it was as amazing as it could be, and that it stayed true to the real thing, and you guys kept us informed every step of the way. There is so much I'd like to say to all of you, but then you'd be here all day, so I'll spare you from it. I hope that someday I will get the chance to meet all of you, because you all are so amazing!!

Chris, you totally rock. You took on this project, and made it widely available to all us RENTheads, and you totally blew us away. Thank you so much for doing this.

And finally, to Jonathan Larson. Without you, nobody would have even heard of RENT.

I guess this is goodbye, and now I'll have to find something else to do with my time rather than hang out on the blogs reading people's comments, and watching the video clips. Thanks again for everything.

~*~Chanel~*~

o wow. i cant beleive its ending! i know it sounds stupid, but i've been afriad to post here since it started. but this may be my last change, so i'll take it. i cant begin to tell you how much this show and all of you have meant to me. i seriously cannot put into words the emotions that every song evoks in me every time i listen to them. i got turned onto RENT last year and i havent been able to turn it off since. it has such a strong message and its such a beautiful story. thank you. i admire and love you all. i wish i could do what you do. thank you. i dont know what i'm gonna do without this blog to look forward to. all i can say is thank you. i've seen the movie four times so far, and im looking forward to seeing it tons more. you are all so amazing.

OMG!!!!!!!! NNNNNOOOOOOO!!!!!! i can't beleive it! The blogs are done! It is so sad! Thankyou guys so much for taking your time and reading all of these. I loved the movie i plan on seeing it 4 times a month until the DVD comes out (which i will have the countdown for like the opening of the movie)!
Taye- I found out about you when i saw some of your movies on T.V and then i found out you were in a musical(i was just getting into them at that time) i loved the music and started memoizing some of the lyrics. I love it now and i am doing community theater and we are all rentheads and seeing the movie together! thatnks for all of your time.
Idina- I first loved your B-E-A-utiful voice in RENT then was lucky to see you in New York as Elphaba. Some of my friends got to meet you but unfortunatley i never did. I love you so much and i am so sad that this will come to an end! thatnks so much for caring this much for us!
Tracie- I love your voice and i am so happy that you are a part of this movie. i never really liked Johannes part until you sang the songs! you have a wondeful voice! thank you so much for your time reading these!
Jesse- The same for you! I herd you in rent and i loved your vice! then i started to watch you in Law and Order. Me and my friends (which i draged to the movie because they thought i was crazy wanting to see a musical movie) loved you and now they want to go see the movie again and again. You are so nice to be doing these blogs for us1 thank you sooooo much! P.S i was bawling my eyes out during I'll Cover You ; Reprise
Wilson- You were absolutly amazing in the movie. You were the 1st person i liked form the OBC of rent but now im in love with everyone! My favorite song is Today For You and i thought you were so good in the movie and during your death i cried so much! Thankyou so so so so myuch for all of your time!
Adam- I think you are so hot! My friends liked you the best in the mvie they thought that your performance in One Song Glory was amazing! You are the best ever! I hope you are in more things so i can see you on broadway and hopefully get an autograph!
Rosario- I saw you in Josie and the Pusycats and when i found out you were in my fav. musical i was overwelmed! i love you so much for doing this i think you are the best Mimi i have seen!
Anthony- i saw you in your a good man charlie browm and i loved it! i am so glad that you wree able to do the movie and all of the blogs! thankyou for all of your time!

to the whole cats you have enspired me so much with what i want to do when i am older and you make me know that ANYTHING is possibel! Much Love XoXoXoXo Sarah

you're thanking us?!?! thats nuts! you are the ones to be thanked, you guys are the most incredible, talented, caring, considerate people everrrrr. hands down. if anyone says different..well they can suck it. because you guys are soo awesome, cast, crew, director- to makeup artist THANK YOU SOO MUCH! i dont know what i would do without RENT, my life would be so different and weird, and um- empty. anyway thank you for everything you do and being who you all are everyday- THE WORLD IS BETTER WITH ALL OF YOU! XOXOXOXOXOXOXO

i swear this blog is my life-lol tracie i agree, im gonna have to ween myself off of it. you guys got me hooked on the junk.

I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH AND IM GONNA MISS THIS SO BAD!! I CANT WAIT FOR THE DVD!!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXXOXO like you have no idea

for the last time :( ...
Love Always,
Amanda Sharp <3 :)

OMG you guys! I'll miss you so much! Just a few parting words for the cast who are all my heros!

Adam-Dude, you will ALWAYS be my only Roger! Keep making music and pray for Broadway. It's being overrun by Disney! Thank you for being my poet mentor and Reppin' it for Long Island!

Anthony-I watch Dazed and Confused every Friday night. Keep Livin' my friend, L-I-V-I-N! Thank you for being the one to reach out to all of us.

Idina-You are the most beautiful woman on the freaking planet! I look up to you so much! Thank you for teaching me about strength

Jesse-Man I love you! I just do. You seem like the kindest most caring person. I hope you get to play Marvin Gaye. Thank you for showing me that there are still genuine people in this awful world.

Rosario-You *are* my Mimi! Thank you for still being able to Light it Up!

Taye-First of all you are the definition of suavity, second of all you are going to do amazing amazing things. More amazing than already. Thank you for giving me shivers with your smooth-osity

Tracie-You are the greatest person! You lived a dream for all of us girl and you tore the place up doing it! You're going to be a superstar, you've got the talent and the love. Thank you for remaining one of us through it all

Wilson-...Baby, baby, baby...I tell you in every freakin post how much I love, respect and admire you. You are my hero. My one true hero. I am up to date on all those new projects and can't wait for them. Just don't ever change Wilson. Stay as beautiful as you are now. You can do anything. I believe in you.

Peace and love! It's not goodbye, it's good luck!

I am sad that this is the last blog. This was so much fun watching all the clips and reading what the cast had to say. I'd like to thank the cast for giving all of themselves to create not only the movie, but for this blog. I am hoping that some of it ends up on the dvd. *wink, wink* =)

It's pretty amazing to me that I will be able to cherish my favorite play this way. My first encounter with Rent was, I think, during an awards show on tv or something in the late 90's. (I want to say '97 or '98??) Seasons Of Love was sung by the cast and I thought it was a very powerful song. I wrote some information down and later researched it. I knew I wanted to see the play.

The play finally came around to the Detroit area and I absolutely fell in love with it. Since then, I've seen it 7 times, in Detroit, Toronto and on Broadway.

I was very excited to hear that it was being made into a movie. Chris Columbus, I can't thank you enough for not putting whiny pop stars in the movie. When I had heard that a certain someone wanted to audition, I was afraid. I'm so glad that you decided to go with the current cast. Tracie and Rosario, you both were amazing. Thank you for contributing.

I had my heart set that this would be a fantastic movie. I was expecting a lot. Which reminds me, have I told you that this movie totally met my expectations? It did. I loved it.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for giving us Rentheads a beautiful piece of work.

Thanks again and best wishes to the whole crew for future endeavors. May God Bless You.

Sincerely,
Abby

PS~ A special thank you goes out to Anthony for keeping us in the loop.

All good things must come to an end (unfortunately).
This blog has been a weekly source of joy and excitement. Thanks to everyone involved especially: Anthony, Adam, Rosario, Idina, Tracie, Taye, Wilson and Jesse. I could write essays on the wonderful performances each of you gave. But for now I can just offer humble thanks. And of course, to the Larsons. There are no words to express what Jonathan has given us. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

soo sad! i totally agree with tracie--i don't no what im going to do without the blog because i LOVE you guys!! im also soo sad because it's leaving theaters so im going to try to cram a lot of watches in now as winter break starts.
as someone earlier said, im in the midst of a very stressful junior year. listening to the soundtrack and thinking about the movie and you guys really helps me relax and smile (or cry depending on the song). thank you all for giving us that!
a really quick individual thank you that i can't even use words to expres....
Adam--you were unbelievable. i am seriously in love. evey song you sang and move you made was just beautiful. whenever i hear one song glory everything about you just blends together in my mind. im so going to go buy your cd because i want to support you in anyway i can! you are AMAZING!!
Anthony--as you've heard before im sure, you ARE mark. you are absolutely perfect for the role! and you seem like such a cring and compassionate guy! i loved all of your songs too, esp la vie boheme. i do that dance that you do in the beginning and everyone makes fun of me, esp when i do the wheelbarrel walk thing, but i don't care! you too are AMAZING!
jesse--you brought me here because of your role as det green and i forever thank you for that! you were incredible as well--i too loved ill cover you. sante fe is another classic "you" one. i try to sound all rich and deep when i sing your songs, but i can't even sing to begin with and its not pretty. i ll continue to watch and love you in law and order. you're AMAZING too!
wilson--like everyone else i fell in love with angel and broke when he died. you were perfect for the role! its not just anyone that can be an angel. my friend and i were singing today 4 u at lunch (not to mention annoying everyone else). you did so great with jesse and were unbelievable! (and AMAZING!)
rosario--you are beautiful-your voice, dance, body, style-it was all perfect! im a neebie and i havent seen rent on stage yet, so i never "knew" the original mimi. i can't picture anyone else in the role! i love would you light my candle!! AMAZING!!!
idina--you were so great! its funny how different (calmer lol) you seen in real life than as maureen. i loved everything, esp take me or leave me and you did beautifully with tracie. may i say you were AMAZING?!!!!
tracie--again, i've never seen rent on broadway and i cant imagine another joanne. you were perfect! i love tango maureen and now i really want to learn how to tango. your voice is gorgeous by the way and i am blown away by your solo in seasons of love! AMAZING!!!
taye--you were the suberb benny! i don't know why, but i love when in you'll see you say "my investors would rather i handle this quietly" and make a shh symbol. lol. my imitation isn't even close, but hey! you were so AMAZING too!
you were all AMAZING and i am so sad that the blogs are over. it is my dream to meet you guys someday! i mean, i really want too! you guys are all my heroes and i absolutely loved "meeting" you here. good luck with your lives and careers and thanks for being such positive influences in so many lives! i ABSOLUTELY LOVE you all! thank you again and again and again and again!
love forever, kelsey

I actually think this is the cutest video everrrrrrrr. I liked Tracie's goodbye. It was cute and she was so enthusiastic and she didn't want the blog to go away, just like most of us here, I'm sure. It may be because, I'm like, her hugest fan but yea. And I liked Idina's too it was cute. And Wilsons shirt was hot. Pink & green. ow`ow. Well if you guys are reading this, I just want to THANK YOU all out there and say that I'm supporting this movie 100% of the way and my friends think I'm crazy because I've seen it so many times but this film has given me a chance to see how strong my voice is, and now I actually want to become a broadway actress!! Soon as i get out of highschool I'm moving up New York City! So I just wanted to say thanks and I hope to see you guys blog once in a while when the DVD is about to be released, I know I'll be one of the first people to get it!! Tracie I'm gonna miss hearing about your journey on the set of RENT! I knew I'd love you & the way you portray Joanne before I had even seen the film! And I was right!! So thank you, EVERYONE who has contributed to a part of this movie!!

-Rachel <3

PS Chris thanks for making this happen! you did a perfect job!! please tel us when the dvd is coming out! i am buying it the 1st day!!!! THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING!

Oh man...I haven't commented very often on these blogs but I've been watching and reading every single thing! I love you all (The cast, Chris, and EVERYONE else) You truly know how to treat your fans. Thank you so, so much for this blog, it's been the hightlight of my day many times.
Thanks so much again! <33

I agree this is slightly depressing that I can't come here and get random updates anymore!! I did want to thank all of you for working so hard to stay true to the original. I've seen it twice on Broadway (once with the original cast, once with another cast) and I must admit, I was slightly nervous about how this wonderful play would be translated onto film. You've all done more than I ever thought possible and it is truly an honor to be a devoted fan to such a great project and an even better group of people!

Always,

Alice

NOOOOOOOOOOOO! *tear*

Somewhere in the back of my head I knew this day would come, but it's still so so sad!

What will I obsessively check now? What will brighten up my days on Mondays and Wednesdays (and often other days too)?

= (

I haven't even watched the video yet, just had to comment to express my grief lol.

Its over? *tears up* I'm gonna miss these video blogs! It really felt like we were able to get to know all of you a little bit. You're all wonderful people for doing this blog, and for actually reading what we say back.

Goodbye love, goodbye love... came to say goodbye love....goodbye.

-Fizz

No More Blogs!!??!!?? :( That is so sad. Don't worry Tracie; I am going to have to ween myself off the blogs as well.

Adam, Rosario, Anthony, Jesse, Wilson, Tracie, Idina, Taye, Chris, & the Larson family-I want to Thank-You for all the Blogs and the updates over the past year. RENT is a very important aspect of my life as well as all of you. I am so proud of all the hard work that you have done, and I am in AWE with the movie version of the Musical. You did an Awesome job!! I so cannot wait until the movie comes out on DVD.

Bye for now, <3 Always Lindsey-FL

"Dearly beloved...we gather here to say our goodbyes..."

Haha, I couldn't resist.

Well, Hi from Oklahoma!! This is my first post. I've always read the blog, but never been one to comment. But I just have to express my endless thanks to such a wonderful cast and crew.

It's very difficult to put into words the amazing impact that RENT has put into so many of our lives. I (today!) have just finished my first semester of college, which is an exciting time, but can be very tough and full of uncertainty. Am I in the right major? Did I choose the right college?

The music and message of RENT has been my inspiration (not to mention being the best darn thing to listen to while walking inbetween classes!). The message of keeping friends close, living as if each moment is the last, and learning to celebrate the unique qualities in people.

This movie struck a deep chord in me, and I emerged from the theater profoundly changed. Everyone else in the theater had tears in their eyes as well. You just can't put it into words!

TO ANTHONY: Thanks for being so dedicated and focused on this project, from it's birth onstage to its big-screen debut. You are amazing and have poured your soul into Mark, and it definitely shows.

TO ADAM: As a music major, I'm working in music composition and Roger's "One Song Glory" really hits home. Your voice is so powerful and gives me chills. Thanks for being awesome!

TO TRACIE: You are fabulous! Thanks for bringing so much energy to the project!! You rock the High C!!!!!

TO IDINA: Being a performer, I get nervous a lot! To see Maureen so passionate and fearless gives me strength! You have the most amazing voice and you fill every performance, from Rent to Wicked to The Wild Party to Aida, with so much vitality and raw energy. I won't even get started on how your portrayal of Elphaba has changed my life. You are a constant source of inspiration in my life, and I can not thank you enough. Keep on rockin!!

To Chris and the cast, thanks so much for being so passionate about this film and embracing the fans, and to keeping Jonathan's vision so pure. I look forward to seeing each one of you in the future, wherever your careers may lead!

I can't wait for the DVD!

LA VIE BOHEME!!!

You are all so amazing!! The movie was great and the blogs were amazing!! I just can't get over it!!

oo no!! last blog?? ahh! these blogs always made my day!!

the whole cast of RENT was amazing. i cant even begin to explain how much i loved the movie!! it was absolutely AMAZING! the chemistry between everyone made the movie so great. the best couple was Mimi and Roger. Adam and Rosario, you guys were absolutely phenominal. you portrayed your characters in a way that made me feel connected to the movie. thanks soo much for making this movie the way it is! it couldnt have been better!!

rosario - your my idol!! you did an amazing job and your such a great actress!!
adam - you have such an amazing voice!! it was your character Roger, who got me HOOKED on the movie Rent. oh and by the way, i love your cd Civilian. :)
anthony - wow your such a great actor! and i LOVEDD ur singing in La Vie Boheme!!!

everybody did a great job.

RENT IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER!! I STILL CANT GET OVER IT!! IM JUS COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS TILL THE DVD COMES OUT!! AHH!! I HOPE IT COMES OUT SOON!!!

love always,
Justine

THANK YO0U SOOOOOOOOOO MUCHHH YOU ARE ALL
AH-MAZING AND the movie was Ah-mazing!! ew i dont want the blog t oend what am i guna look forward to after school .. homework?? no0 ew i want the blog im so0o sad its ending thanks so0o much for giving the blog to uss =] it was great and somthing people looked foward to everyday you are all soo0o awsomee for doing the vidios and writting entrees for us you made us all so0oo happy i <3 you guysss!!!! thanks so0o much i know i keep saying the same thing over n over but i cant help it it was just Ah-Mazing i <3 RENT n the cast n the movie n the broadway musical!!!!! it the most ah-mazingly AH-MAZING thing EVER!!!! your all just so0o great i wish i didnt have to end=[ i love it =]i going to miss i so0o much! wo0ow it was just ah-mazing how you guys did this for us you guys are ah-mazing! anthony,adam,wilson,tracie,idina,jesse,rosario,and taye i love you all you all ah-mazing i loved hearing form you im typing this instead of my homework right now i love you guys! thank you so0o much omg THANK YOU x525,600! i will never forget you not evan for 1 of the 525,600 minutes in a year i love you! THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCHyour to0o amazing! THANK YO0O0OU!

-Jaclyn

...no day but today...

it's going to be sad not to see an update that often, but THANK YOU FOR THE MOVIE!!! Can't wait for the DVD to come out. Maybe we could see a double DVD and have the a video of the original broadway cast performing on broadway on the other DVD. One can only hope!

Thanks to the entire cast for the movie. It was everything I dreamed it would be.

No, thank you without you we wouldnt be here but you guys are great thanks for this experiance

Mary

I just want to say Thank You to all of you for making this happen. Rent is the greatest thing that's happened to me in my life, and it has truly kept me alive.

About 2 years ago I was a depressed, suicidal teenager with all sorts of anxiety and panic disorders. Then, I saw Rent, and if I hadn't, I probably wouldn't be here today. Rent has taught me how precious life is and how to love.

Thank you all for everything you have done and know that even though I have never met any of you, you have each individually changed my life in some way. Thank You.

Love Always,
Rachel

OH! I'm soooooo sad that it's over! I've seen the movie five times, and I was going to see it more, but our theater got rid of it! Hopefully I'll get to see it during Christmas break while I'm out of town. I love it sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much! I cried every single time! It's so amazing, you're all so amazing. I just wanted to thank you for doing this, it's really special to me. Thanks again for making this such a great experience!

Wow...i really cant believe that this is all over. I enjoyed the rent blog so much and it really helped me as a fan feel part of the process.

Everyone did amazing and I want to congratulate everyone on a job well done.

Thanks for everything. ~Natalie

Oh my gosh guys, I'm about to cry! I know exactly how you feel, Tracie! I won't have anything to do before I go to sleep. I thank you guys for your never-ending awesomeness. I will miss you guys soooo much. Okay last thing. I have two questions. What are these white bracelets you guys have on and, When is the dvd release? I love you guys so much!

Here endeth the legacy... for now. Thanks so much for this "farewell" blog entry.

Taye - you were so awesome as Benny. Your velvety voice and presence on film really shines. Thanks for reprising the role!
Anthony - Oh man, words cannot even express how much I love you in this film. Even if I didn't know anything about Rent, I would've been impressed. But knowing your involvement with the whole process through NYTW, Broadway and now the movie made it even more special. Thank you so much.
Adam- Well, what is there to say about you? You're amazing. Beautiful job on film, and I will miss your little jokes and sarcastic wit on the blog. Thanks!
Rosario - Darling, you were perfect for this role. You are fabulous playing Mimi. Thanks for joining this project.
Jesse - We're glad to provide the input! Hopefully it made your experience doing the film as good as ours was watching the process. Good luck on L&O, I'll be watching. Thanks for bringing your lovely voice and spirit to this film.
Wilson - Honey, you're just amazing anyway. But seeing you play Angel, I am constantly wowed. So touching, so sweet... Thanks for sharing your talent with us, it deserves to be out there. And I love your shirt. :)
Idina - Excellent. Your performance as Maureen in this movie is extremely well-done. Thanks for doing this again and letting us see how you shine onscreen.
Tracie - Like Rosario, I think you were born to play this role. Nothing I can say (well, type) can express how well you played Joanne and how much I like it. Your voice is awesome, not to mention you are so cute! I will miss this blog as well... I think I'll wean myself off of it, like you. :)
Chris - Thank you so much for taking this project on, for bringing in most of the originals, for finding excellent newcomers and for bringing this story to the big screen. I can't tell you how much it means to me that now so many more people will discover the message Rent sends. I think Jonathan would be proud of the magic you and the cast managed to work within this movie.

Much, much love from a true believer in K'bunk, Maine,
Jill
HOLLA!

I wanted to add to the hundreds of "goodbye" and "Thank you" postings...you guys are a one in a million cast...SO special...SO different...SO wonderful...God Bless ALL OF YOU in all of your future endeavors...please do work that speaks to your heart...when something speaks to your heart as truly as RENT did, it will speak to everyone who sees you in it. YOu made us, your fans SO proud...THANK YOU.

No! I'm not ready to go online, and check this blog, and see that there isnt anything new on here =( I can't believe this amazing journey together is over. I've made so many new friends while bonding over the movie, and I'm never going to be able to experience anything like this again.

I want to thank each and every one of the cast members (and Chris) for making sure this movie was done right. I have absolutely never seen so much interaction between fans and a cast of a movie to make sure we would be satisfied and pleased. I can say with 100% certainty that Rentheads are the greatest fans out there, supporting one of the most kind and caring casts of a show/movie ever.

Jonathan would have absolutely supported everything about the final creation. We were all worried it'd be ruined, with popstars thrown in for popularity, but I could not have asked for it to have been made any better than it already is.

I really hope there's a way that you all can continue to post in here, so we can all know what you guys are up to. Personally, I know that I haven't heard much about the whereabouts/shows/anything else you all have been doing over the years, and with the 10th Anniversary coming up, it'd be amazing if we could all "keep in touch."

*Sigh* I remember counting down for this for over 100 days. And now, it happened.

Love you all,
Marissa

Aww, it was a pleasure to keep up with this site and the making of RENT. Thank you all for the wonderful journey you brought us on. Anthony, Adam, Jesse, Wilson, Idina, Taye, Tracie and Rosario--you are all wonderful and brilliant people. Thank you for taking these characters to the big screen. You were all amazing and fabulous. And Chris--thank YOU for making this movie a reality. Us fans are so grateful that you embraced us and kept in touch. Thank you, again. I'll never be able to say that enough. It was beautiful!!!!

oh no!!! this is so sad!!!!

TRACIE: since we know your reading this
I ADOREEEE U!!!! you are amazing and kind, and the numorous times ive asked u for pictures(i think 3 or 4 haha) uve been SO kind and SO obliging and thankful and you are going to go far!!!good luck with the devil wears prada, i love anne hathaway!

idina: i am so lucky to have just seen you, at your last peformance of swiws...front row, center! haha

taye...lovin the sox..but yea thanks so much ur amazing

i am going to miss you so much! youve been a big part of my life for over a year now !!! thank you for everything

i'm happy & sad at the same time happy b/c of the DVD but sad b/c I have no more blogs to read :(. I just want to say to Chris & the entire cast this is the best movie ive possibly ever seen and I never want it to go away.

HEY EVERYONE!! I seriously don't know what I am going to do without the blogs. I feel like a part of me is going to be missing now. I totally absolutely agree with Tracie, its going to be hard without it. I just have to say thank u so much for being in the movie and let alone making it, because it just created a new part of my life. I am now living life like there is "NO DAY BUT TODAY." And I just have to say to Tracie, that I think she is an amazing actress, and that she's an inspiration to me, all of ur blogs make me want to be an actress even more. Because of this movie, I had the courage to try out for my highschool musical last week, and I sang, "Seasons Of Love." I finally had the courage to stop worrying about "What If I don't make it, and what if i do bad," but then I thought to myself, what if i don't try out, i could be missing the chance of a lifetime. So I just have to say thank u to each one of the castmembers, u all have amazing voices, and such amazing talent. U are all inspirations!!

No, thank YOU!
I've seen the movie twice, love it, and the blog.
It will be missed!

Can't wait for the DVD!

Thanks for your candid interviews and dedication to your fans. :)

I am seriously about to cry, guys. I will miss you so much. I will miss you so much because throught my whole RENT journey I felt like I knew you. And I think I have gotten to know you on some level and although I'm only 14 I really wish I could have a strong friendship with even only one of you. I will miss this blog and the people who respond and of course of I will miss the crazy video blogs that are put up because you guys are hilarious. I always try to live by RENT and by what Angel believes and tries to help his/her friends with understanding. I will always try to find something you guys are doing because I wouldn't be able to stand parting with what you guys have given me. When I read the RENT book and when I saw you guys at the premiere, I just felt the need to know you and try to become close with you in some way. That's seems almost impossible, but I've put my mind and heart to the test at all times when it comes to this show/movie and have had tremendous luck so hopefully that dream will come true. RENT has taught me so much at my young age and has caused me to think and grow up and start to try to love my life, no matter what it hands me.

ADAM- You rock, that's all you need to know really. I love "Civilian" by the way and my parents loved AIDA. Keep rockin' and please have the best of luck in ther future with your wife and kids. I dressed like Roger a couple of days ago (chain, guitar, and all) and learned how to play parts of "Musetta's Waltz."

ROSARIO- If you read this, tell your mother I'm emailing her again. lol. I love your mother. She is so sweet and nice just as you are and she was really genuinely nice to me and caring even though I just met you guys. I'd love to knowI plan on trying to keep in touch! I dressed like Mimi twice (once right before she "died" and once right after the Cat Scratch). I do these things at/for school to promote doing it as a musical there.

IDINA- You have a beautiful voice and I will have to try to meet you one day. I was slightly disappointed the night of the premiere because tons of publicist people told me I couldn't speak to you and then I had to leave soon after. I will see you and I would love for you to know that today I dressed like Maureen in her catsuit, which was quite amazing. I made the ears my self which was cool. My theme songs were "Take me or Leave Me" and "Over the Moon."

TRACIE- Oh Tracie Thom. I love you! You are quite amazing and you were so sweet to me the night of the premiere. I'd love to get to know you because you rock my socks and your so funny and I always appreciate a good laugh. I watch "Wonderfalls" and "Cold Case" occasionally and your great. I'd love to hear from you how exactly you got into your current acting career as an aspiring actress. I dressed like you last week with heels and suspenders and the whole shebang. I plan on meeting with you again!

JESSE- I love you! I don't know if you remember from the premiere or the Today show, but I was the girl in the white RENT tank top who said "I love you" and you said "And i love you." Even though you probably get that a lot it really made my day. You voice is beautiful and I love the new things you've done with your voice to change things up a bit in the songs. I absolutely love the chemistry between yourself and Wilson and I completely devote myself to you guys and how you are as actors you are quite the amazing guy. I dressed like you last week with a beanie hat and flannel shirt as well (don't forget the combats!). I made a fake marijuana joint and carried it around school all day. Quite amazing.

TAYE- Hey Taye. Your cool and I dressed like you one day as well. I had an eviction notice! Happy days. You are an excellent actor and let me just say that I've seen "Stella" and that's amazing. Bravo.

ANTHONY- Hey Anthony! You are one of the coolest people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. You are so deep it seems and yet so brutally honest about things and I love you for that. You are quite the inspiration to me (not more than you are to Kyole though) and I hope to achieve that sort of excellence in some way. I've always tried "going against the grain," being different from others though I do try to stick with my friends because they're all I have at times. When I was watching LOGO a couple of weeks ago and I saw you on the TV, I said "Oh my God! I need to see 'The Out 100' now! I'm so glad you made the list. CONGRATS! Oh by the way, when I dressed like you I had a video camera and I had glasses and a scarf. Amazing day. I think my theme songs for that day was La Vie Boheme/ Tune Ups 1 and 2/ What You Own. I love you and wish you great success in life.

WILSON- I've already said this 1000 times (with 1000 sweet kisses) and I will say it again; YOU ROCK MY WORLD! Your portrayal of Angel makes me want to have a sex change and be a drag queen. I could handle the adversity; I deal with it almost everyday. You are a beautiful person and and the sweetest smile ever. I plan on seeing you a lot in the future because you mean that much to me. Your character has opened up new doors for me and caused me to actually appreciate who I am more and let others know that they can't bring me down. From the RENT book, you taught me how to walk in heels and I absolutely thank you. One day I hopefully will get to know you more because I would love to see how you tick, what makes you work, how your life has been, how you became such a great actor (I plan on seeing "Flawless" soon by the way. By the way I love your mother as well (see ROSARIO's). She's so adorable. I only spoke with her for a minute if you remember at the premiere and she was very sweet. I would love to somehow keep in touch with you. I hope that one day I can find a way to correspond with you. I don't want this connection that I personally feel with you to fade in any way though I'll still keep it throught he music you guys have made with Johnathan. I actually don't know how to play the drums, but I taught myself how to play the drum solo in "Today 4 U." My costumes for you were amazing. My first was of you as Santa Claus Angel with drumsticks I got from school, striped stockings, boots, and a flower in my hair. My second was Angel as a boy where I still had drumsticks, but I took a small garbage can as the pickle tub. I wish you (all of you) could see the pics! Have good luck in life. Hopefully I will speak with you in the future.

All in all, I must thank you Chris Columbus for fulfilling my dreams when it came to this movie (which I have now seen three times.

And thank you Jonathan Larson. Your lyrics have inspires me, you story has awed me and you will continue to be a great influence in my life.

Please everyone,

Try not to forget me. I know that's asking a lot and that you have a lot of fans, however, even if it's just a vague thought in the back of your mind I would love for you to remember me as Zuri, that girl who dressed like our characters, that girl who devotes so much of her time to the message Jonathan had that she wants to bring that message everywhere she goes. The one who wants to show her school this through a production there and hopes that people see in it what she heard in the music when she first heard it. Maybe there are others who are possibly even more devoted than me, maybe they have more things than me to commemorate this spectacular show/movie, maybe they've memorized ever word backwards and forwards, however, not too many can testify how much heart they put into it than I have and I'm sorry about this statement; I do not mean to seem self-righteous. Not too many could completely explain how much RENT has affected them and neither can I. I do a pretty good job of it though and hope that throughout at least this point in your lives, you will remember how much I love you guys and how much I appreciate you as your characters, as actors, and as people. I will ALWAYS remember, even when I'm old and gray, even through death I will always remember what you all have taught me. Thank YOU for thanking us and for how much effort you put into this production everyday for everyone. Have good lives, and once again, I thank you for what you have done to mine. Take care.

With all my love,
Zuri

i can not believe it is all ending... i was like tracie -everyday i checked up but to see if there were any new blogs.. ::tears::
well i cannot believe how generous you all were in reading the comments and taking time to talk to us.
thank you so so so much and now i will just have to wait for the movie to come out on DVD!!! aaa can't wait!
thank you so much!!
Goodbye -you all have no idea (although you can probably get a good idea from all the comments) how much you and your work is appreciated!
again
THANKYOU for everything and helping to change my life for the better!!

besos
mollie

Thank you all so much for staying with this project and making it into something that will impact the country for generations to come. Don't you all forget us RENTHEADS when you become superstars! A special thank you to Anthony for being the true OBC member and sticking with this project since the start. And to Tracie. You are the little RENTEHAD who could, did, and has blown us all away! I'll miss you all!

Ooooo the end cant be hear already. Every day I come home from school and see the blogs and it always buts a smilie on my face. My heart droped when i heard this was Goodby Love. To all the cast im at lose for words thank you for sharing this experiance with all of us. So I wrote a note to everyone that I hope you read.

Tracie: i still sing your part every day and i will never stop.You have the most gorgeous voice Ive every heard. Im not kidding :)

Rosario: I love singing your parts. They always touch my heart. You are also a beautiful person and you have the heart to match. You acting talent is phenomenal and i always enjoy your movies.

Adam: Ive been finding my self singing Glory over and over in my head. My mom has follen in love with it to. She sings it all the time. Its a fantastic song and beautifully sung.

Wilson: your voice is inspiring. IT lifts my soul everytime I hear you sing.

Idina: you are very out going and free. I love your voice and you talent.

Anthony you are the funniest character by far. You always but a smile on my face.

Taye: no one could have played the part better than you. You are one of the best actors Ive ever seen :)

Jesse: it was every cool seeing you as such an awsome character and different from Law and Order. It shows you are among the most talented actors around. And I admire that.

Chris: Im speachless about everything. If I wrote down all of my feelings there would be a whole book. I gess the only thing that will sum it all up is I LOVE U AND THANK U FOR BINGING THIS MASTER PIECE TO LIFE. IT HAS CHANGED MY LIFE FOREVER :)

Ps. I wanted to try out for Rent on the road because i had a good enough voice. But they unfortunetly said I had to be 19. Im 15 in 2 days so I was alittle disappointed because I thought this opprotunitey would never come around agsin. But maybe god has other plans for me in the future :)

Love you guys always and forevery
-ASHA M :)

I just want to thank everyone who had anything to do with this movie. You all made it so special and made such an effort to connect with us, the fans, and it is so greatly appreciated. You made an amazing movie, and no matter what anyone says about it, it will stay in my heart forever. The sound, look, direction, acting, it all came together in an amazing way. You all should be extremely proud of yourselves.

It's really odd to have it finally over, after counting down for such a long time. In reality, I don't know if I ever thought Novemeber 11 (and later the 23) would ever arrive. Although all the anticipation is over, I have so many wonderful memories to relive in my mind that focus around the film, from Bryant Park and the Today Show to the actual viewing of the movie.

You guys should stop by again for the DVD, okay? I'm looking foward to some hilarious bloopers!

Love, Leah

Thank you, Jonathan Larson.

aaaahhh, the memories....what will I do without this blog? Thank you to the cast and crew of the movie for providing me with the most amazing theater going experience, and for allowing me into your workd-I really feel like I know you guys now!! I cannot wait to go see the movie again, for the fourth time!! I love it, and find new things everytime I see it! You guys have no idea how much this movie means to me and how much I appreciate all the work you did! God bless!!

I love you all but I wish to dedicate this comment to one of you in particular.

Wilson, you're fabulous. I love you with such a passion (to the point where my friends have intervened). You're nice, you're gorgeous, you're sexy, you're amazing. For serious. I hugged you last month - it's been the highlight of my month (year) (life). I've got all the words, sounds, gestures and dance moves to Today 4 U down, including but not limited to the crazy drumming part, jumping on tables, and swooshy hip movements.

I'm not even sure where this is going. It's almost like I'm trying to prove I'm (excuse the cliche) your number one fan ever. I really just wanted to let you know that you are loved by so many and your work does NOT go unappreciated and unloved.

You should be SO proud of yourself, baby.

I love you.
-Natalie

It's been a swell and incredible ride. Thank YOU, guys and gals of Rent! You'be been wonderful!

Thank you to everyone who put their heart and soul into this movie! You have touched so many lives and been a constant inspiration.

We love you all, and will be sad to see this blog go! It has been a wonderfully unique experience.

Aw this is sad... like Tracie said, this is what I did every day! Ahh... well I've seen the movie 3 times, and totally going for the 4th and 5th before they take it out :( and will definitely get the movie when it does come out. I wanted to say that I LOVE the soundtrack as well, and ROSARIO, you ROCK as Mimi! ADAM, you're such a hottie, TAYE, you too! (sorry Idina... had to say it), IDINA, your voice is AMAZING... Tracie, you hit those HIGHS girl, ANTHONY... I just love your attitude! and your tango... JESSE, you are the cutest.. and WILSON... gosh you're amazing as well. Will there ever be a time when you sing LOVE HEALS??? if so, please post it on here... this movie was beyond GREAT, great job all of you, and Chris Columbus. I saw it on broadway, but I prefer this one :) til next time,
Jocelyn

Thank YOU guys for taking the time to read our comments and listen to what we have to say. It isn't often that fans get a chance to participate in something so big and so amazing, and for people like me who don't live in New York or San Francisco and don't have so much access to the theater and movie world, it's been awesome to be able to keep up with everything regardless of distance.

And just for good measure...

TRACIE, I'M GOING TO MISS THIS THING, TOO. We should hold a RENTblog withdrawal session or something...

Gothic Author

Oh, my goodness. The last blog! At least, one of the last...as melodramatic as it sounds, I actually didn't think this day would come, I didn't want it to...last blog...wow...wow. This is making me tear up.

First of all - thank you, to EVERYONE, for this blog. This has kept so many RENTheads, fans, or just curious passerbys for these long months. Connected us, made us a part of it (as you have since the stage show), given us nothing but love and concern and support and care - not to mention all the extra info, behind the scenes stuff and everything - and it just really is something so special and wonderful. Heartwarming. I've never seen anything else like it, ever. I can't thank you enough. But, I'll try - thank you, SO so so incredibly much. This blog has kept me sane =)

Taye - You are the best. I start smiling whenever I see you, just because I have to. And your smile is infectious =) You brought out all sides of Benny so wonderfully and your voice is CRAZY good and you are SO talented and you are seriously just the best. "Thank you" doesn't say it at all.

Anthony - There are no words. There are no words. You are everything and more to us RENT fans and I look up to you so much...I have never *met* someone so caring and friendly and loving and intelligent and I'll stop my adjectives list here, but I canNOT thank you enough for your never-ending support. And you blew me away, as always, with your performance. You are the only Mark. Ever.

Adam - You know Roger SO well, and it shows. Your performance was incredible, and your voice is the craziest best thing I've ever heard - I can almost always recognize it instantly =) I love you to pieces. You've given us so much, and I wish I could give a little of that back with this "thank you".

Rosario - I think you took us all by storm, every single one, even those who thought you were good right from the beginning. You were so incredible as Mimi and you rocked the house in "Out Tonight". I've LOVED getting to know you through the blog - you're SUCH a wonderful person, so sweet and caring and I really love hearing you talk, cuz you bring such a warmth to everything you say. You've put a spell over me forever, so thank you for bringing Mimi to the big-screen =)

Jesse - Oh, Jesse! You NEVER stopped your support, and you're always so humble and thankful and everything to us and I'm always like "Nah....other way around." =P I have such a respect and love for you. And your "Collins" was the most beautiful thing ever. You bring tears to my eyes in ways no one else can. So all I have to say back is thank you!

Wilson - A true believer to the core!! You put a smile on my face whenever I see you. There's something so TRUE and beautiful and heartbreaking all at the same time with your performance of Angel, and when "you" died...well, let's just say that I was moved way beyond sadness. You have been our own true believer since the start and there's no one else like you. Much love, and sooo many thanks.

Idina - I think everyone would agree that you are CRAZY talented and wonderful. I have so much love for you! You sing it like no one else can - only onen voice like yours, for sure. Like everyone else, you've just given to us, constantly, giving and giving of your support and everything, and I'm so grateful and thankful. So many thanks.

Thank you so very much for the opportunity to have the RENT blog throughout the filming process and promotion up to the film.

Chris-- Thank you so very much for taking RENT and putting it on the silver screen you did absolutely fantastic at keeping the integrity.

To the cast-- I love you all you are absolutely amazing. Thank you for creating this movie and taking time to make it the best possible that it could be.

Idina, Taye, Adam, Anthony, Jesse and Wilson-- This must have been a whirl wind experience and very satisfying to be able to recreate your roles from the stage to the screen.

Tracie and Rosario-- your touch of brilliance to the movie was perfect. Thank you for pouring your heart and soul into creating your characters.

I have seen the movie 4 times so far, it is perfect I love it and I cry everytime. I start from almost the beginning but I always am crying by Marks movie at the end. I love how everything was done.

I plan on seeing the movie many more times and of course buying the DVD.

I will miss coming to the blog everyday to check on things.

Best of luck to everyone who was involved in RENT. Hope to see you all back on the stage soon.

Finally THANK YOU Jonathan Larson for creating RENT in the first place. We miss you!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you

Ahhh! No! I pressed "post" before I finished...ETERNALLY sorry for that one - anyways, here's the rest of my comment:

Tracie - you are AMAZING. You blew the top off with your performance of Joanne. You are the sweetest, most humble, nicest person EVER and I love you to death. I love that connection we feel just because you're a RENThead...thank you so much.

Chris - THANK YOU. So much. Without you, this wouldn't have happened. If this hadn't happened...the world would be the worse off for not having it =) You showed the dedication, the support, the love, everything, even the vision...and it paid off. Thank you so incredibly much.

And to Jonathan...no words either. Words can never express what I feel. I want to say so much, and yet I can't get it out on to the computer screen...all I can say is thank you from the bottom of my heart.

And finally...to everyone, the cast, the crew, Chris, the Larson family...THANK YOU!!!

Having the movie, and going through the blog and process with you, has been one of the best experiences of my life.
Much love,
~Alex

IT CAN'T END!
We need the Blogs! Sony, you could really cash in if you continued the blogs. It would continue the promotion of RENT and could be used as a marketing tool. I can't stand it if it ends.

CAST OF RENT
You guys are way too much! You're sooo incredibly talented, grounded, genuine, honest people, soooooo good-looking, and have such sophistication and embrace RENT. Otherwise, it would be nowhere without you guys. But the cast is so mazing there's no way it WOULDN'T work. All of us fans are in love with RENT, like I need to tell you, and it means the world to us. Being able to connect with such incredible people associated with RENT is the BEST THING POSSIBLE. It's so wonderful to be able to communicate how much I love it and what it means to me with you guys. Thank you so much for being so willing to communicate and allowing us to be a part of you RENT experience.

LoTs oF LoVe,
Charlotte
Give in to love or live in fear

wow the blog is ending thats um well thats horrible . I'll miss it very much, but im glad to hear all thiss helped the cast.
Guys as a renthead we couldnt help but contribute.

Im just so happy my meger comments helped. The movie was quite amazing....And the cast...you guys were terrific. Thank you so much for bringing RENT to the big screen. And THANK Ya'll for what it is that you do. You've all touched me in a way ill never forget. So to be repetitve....THANK YOU.

with that said
I just cant beleive this family has to end

p.s thank you

dearly beloved, we gather here to say our goodbyes...

thank you for having this blog, it was amazing. you ALL are so amazing. chris, thank you for making this movie, i wish i could go see it every single day.

love you all!

Thank You guys! I am so sad though, this is like the last blog.. and Rent has stopped playing here where I live so I have no Rent to go see until the DVD comes out. You guys have touched me and made me so happy. A bad day can be made into a good day by checking out this website and just looking at old videos, especially the one that Anthony taped of Jesse and Wilson right before they did the mob scene at Idenas performance. That one is a classic.

I have spent so much money buying Rent merchandise, but I doenst matter how much I spent, especially if it goes to a good cause like looking at all of you guys all of the time :)

I hope that somehow you guys can keep in touch in the future. I dont know what I am going to do now that there arent going to be anymore new video blogs to come home to watch every night.

One last time, Thanks a lot to all of you guys, you really have made me so much happier. I cant stop singing all of your music. I love each and every one of you guys' voices. You are all very inspirational too.

I truly appreciate all of the time that you have put into this to incorporate the fans in your lives. Thanks!

*Ill Cover You With a Thousand Sweet Kisses*

Lots of Love from Augusta Maine
-Steph

NOOOOOOOOOOOO!Along with other RENTheads Im
sorry to see it end.To the cast-you took us on an amazing journey from start to finish and you did incredible work dispite what some critics wrote.My local critic said it didnt seem believable(like King Kong and Harry Potter is?) and gave it an F.I say F for FANTASTIC.If the critics would only read these blogs and see the passion from eveyone that was involved to the fans dedication to the movie seeing it over and over again (still in the top 10).Thank you Chris Columbus for making the movie true to the broadway show -I just wish I was related to you as I have seen your family members in the credits-OK fans go see the movie again to watch the credits to see what roles they played!But most of all THANK YOU Jonathan Larson!
PS My hope now is to at least see the cast perform at the Oscars with Seasons of Love!Fingers crossed for an Oscar nomination!
GOODBYE LOVE GOODBYE.........Ann

Wow...it's so hard to believe that this is it. It seems like just yesterday the blog began and kept all of us Rentheads from going insane those last few months of waiting. I just wanted to thank all of you guys for making such an awesome movie. I feel like it really did capture what so many of us love about the show and I can not even put into words how it was finally seeing this amazing story on the big screen. I don't usually cry at movies but as son as the opening notes of Seasons of Love came on- I was a goner. It was also VERY cool of all of you to be so open to us fans. You didn't have to be so great about it and because you were just made this waiting process so much better. It's going to be very sad not finding new things on the blog every week. But here's to the future DVD release! I know a bunch of rabid fans in Pennsylvania who can hardly wait.

~~~Amy~~~

I don't even know what to write! Hakuna Matata Tracie, u can always look at the blogs b/c i'm sure someone will write something new almost everyday until the DVD comes out and even after!!
You all are amazing and I cannot thank you enough for the amazing messages and everything you have given to all of us. We will truely remember it always!! I'm going to see the movie for the 6th time tomorrow and the 7th next Tuesday!! I have "Rent brain(head)washed a total of 8 people so far and the number keeps on growing!! I can't wait til the DVD comes out!! Best Wishes to you all!!!
xoxo
Kerri
ps. subliminal message (Taye, come to Syracuse)

I feel so sad now! It feels like I'm leavng school for summer! I can't believe that I've seen the movie 3 times already! We've all been waiting so long it's hard to believe that we all have nothing to obess over anymore.

Anthony~Your talent and your devotion to RENT combined is so amazing. You are just so astonishing. You have really made us all feel so included in the movie and I think that's just so cool that you were willing to do everything you did for us. You are just amazing! Now time for a fangirl squeal *SQUEE* I LOVE YOU ANTHONY!!!!

Taye~Ok I drool during You'll see all the time! Idina you are a lucky girl! Your voice is amazing like woah! You're just a cool guy Taye and I love you!

Adam~First things first, I LOVED your long hair! Lol.But in all seriousness you ARE Roger. One song Glory is just, AH amazing! It's one of my favorite scenes! Your the best!

Rosario~I have to admit that I was a little nervous about you being casted but after that behind the scenes on the shooting of the riot blog I knew that I was wrong. You just seemed so spunky and sweet and I knew then that you were going to be awesome! (And i'm always right ;) Lol jk) You were the PERFECT Mimi! You really were. I was impressed! I loved out tonight and Another Day has become one of my favorite songs because of the way you do it. You totally ROCKED! But I have one question...what happened to your clothes after the movie I loved them! Lol ;)

Jesse~Can you be any more amazing? Everytime you came on screen you stole the show! You are more then the perfect collins! And how many times do I have to say that your singing is phenominal!! You made me bawl during I'll Cover You Reprise! I just love you so much Jesse!!!

Wilson~AHH! I LOVE YOU WILSON! You ARE Angel! I mean really, you are the best. What else can I say?

Idina~You are so amazing Idina! Your talent is overwhelming! Over the Moon makes me laugh all the time and everytime I moo with you! YAY for the Mooers! You are everything I want to be and I look up to so much!

Tracie~Wow, I've become a big fan of yours now! Your perfromance is jsut brillant! Take me or Leave me is awesome and your solo on SOL is just earth-shattering. You are such an inspiration to me and I think your amazing.

Chirs~I've had faith in you since the beginning and you didn't let me down. You made sure that everything that was important and everything you knew we would want was in the movie and I can't tell you how great that it. It was so great the way you kept us in mind! Thank you so much for making this movie!

Wow, this is so sad! What am I going to do instead of doing my homework? *sigh* I think I'll go see the movie again now!

Love you all!
Chelsea

I just wanted to take a minute and thank y'all for taking time out of your busy schedules and paying attention to this blog. It's not often that you have a group of stars take time out of their day to post and read all of our comments. It's much appreciated, while I'm sad that it is coming to an end I know that I have this site on my favorites and will still be coming back daily to look at the old videos. I've seen the movie 5 times and I can't wait to go back and see it again, the performance that y'all give still makes me cry every time. So a final thank you for everything that you've done, for the Rentheads and for me individually. Thank you and good luck in everything that you do.

Love, Ashley

Well, first off, thank you to all of you for sharing so much with us, and it was so awesome of you to let us in each step of the way!! The movie is truly a masterpiece and it shows how much work you all have put into it! I plan on seeing it over and over again in the theathres and I cannot wait until it comes out on DVD!!!!!

Taye: You truly are awesome. Not everyone would be able to pull off being a villian and still be lovable at the same time. The song "You'll See", your voice is beautiful and flawless. You and Idina look so happy and cute together too! Much love!!!!

Adam: WOW! All I can say is your voice is amazing. Everytime in the film, when you would sing, I would just be speechless. "One Song Glory" is such a beautiful piece as well, and it is so well done by you. I cannot imagine ANYONE ELSE protraying Roger, and you bring the essence of him alive!! You are so filled with life and love, and it shows! You truly are an inspiration to us all! I know this may sound corny, but I really hope to someday cross paths with you, just so I can tell you how awesome I really do think you are.

Rosario: I first really began to know who you were after Josie and the Pussycats. I know...bad, I mean I had heard your name before but I had never really discovered your talents until that film. You were awesome in it, and you did not fail to disappoint in RENT. You ARE Mimi, you took on her life, her thoughts, her emotions and it truly showed. Your "Out Tonight" was purely awesome!! I loved the fact how you were walking down the street, it was an image that was so REAL!! I really think you should consider doing Broadway because I already know you would kick ass at it!! Thank you for being you!!!!

Jesse: You are so adorable!! You have such a sweet quality to you and you just shine on screen. I love "Santa Fe" with a passion and how you and Wilson swing on the poles of the subway!! One of these days I'm gonna go to NY just so I can try that ;-). But, really, I thank you so much for taking time to take on this project. I know you had to balance it with Law And Order and I am thrilled beyond words that you chose to protray Collins! You are truly awesome, and you really know how to bring on the different emotions Collins must have been feeling. You and "Angel" (aka Wilson) have such great chemistry!!!!!..
which brings me to..

Wilson: YOU ARE AMAZING!! I give you mad props for wearing those heels and for your AMAZING portrayl of Angel!! You are IT!! You embody the life, the soul of the character so well, it clearly shows. I loved the scene where you pick up the trash can and Collins is like "Baby, you're drunk" and you are like "No, I'm not...". You truly are awesome, and thank you for bringing Angel to life for all of us viewers!!!

Idina: Oh..my..gosh...you are not only gorgeous, but you are so humble and have such a sweet personality. Your voice is truly amazing, and I loved your attitude during "Over the Moon". Especially when you "sucked" getting the milk and all. You are a great example of a woman who is not only beautiful, but smart, sophisticated, and extremely kind-hearted. You are not only a wonderful actress, singer, but an amazing person.

Tracie- Wow!! You really make me speechless (in a good way, don't worry!!). Your voice is beautiful, and I LOVED your portrayl of Joanne. You had her character nailed down so well, and your range can definitely be heard during "Take Me For What I Am". I love the fact that you too are a FAN, yet here you are able to feel what it feels like to be a part of the whole phenomenon. You deserve it so much, you are so cute, funny, and don't take anything for granted. That is so fresh and you cannot find that much these days!!! I better be seeing you in more movies singing now especially!!

Anthony: I love you so much! You are truly all about making sure the FANS are involved in the whole process and that is so awesome. Thank you so much for including us in on your little posts you would make. You truly ARE Mark, on camera and off.
"Halloween" is definitely on the top of my list because I love your voice so much! It's kind of funny, I read that you attended Interlochen. I've also been there for a summer session, I am a violin player and that is how I ended up out there. But, your voice....man oh man...I love it so much. You are such a great role model for us all today, especially about just being yourself and not hiding from society. I really REALLY would love to be able to meet you someday, and simply talk with you. You really inspire us all and you truly put your heart and soul into RENT and it truly shows. I LOVE YOU!! :)

Chris: THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GIVING US SUCH A WONDERFUL PIECE OF WORK! You have kept Jonathan Larson's story alive, definitely!! Your choice of casting could NOT have been better. I loved how you mixed OBC with "newbies". That was definitely very cool!

Again, thank you all for sharing so much with us fans! it is very much appreciated and you will always contiunally have my support!!!!!

Well I have to say that a tear actually ran down my cheek while watching this last blog. The movie is phenomenal; all of you are wonderful and deserve all the success. Thanks for being so great!

no! the blog cant end! What am i going to look foreword to after a day at school, now?
This is way to sad.. i'm crying. this cant end. all the laughter and happieness. i just wish that it will be updated soon. and i just found out today that rent has left my city.. so, this day is horrid with me and rent :( i'll miss you, blog

♥ forever and for always,
caitlin

I remember reading the Rent book for the first time way back in like 97 or 98 whenever it was that it came out and reading about what it was like for you guys to be a part of the OBC. I read it and thought wow these people are thier characters no one will ever be them the way these people are if there is ever a movie they have to do it. Thanks for doing it. I couldn't have asked for more. Thanks to Chris Columbus for casting who you cast. Traci you won me over with your first blog entry. You lived the Rent head dream. Way to go:)! Rosario if you read the IMDb boards I hope you read this also. I thrashed you when the soundtrack came out. I realy unfairly tore you abpart I'm sooooo sory. You blew me away in the movie. It was so unfair of me to judge your performance based on the CD because, just like with Daphne, the performance does not come through on CD. You realy were great in the movie. Everyone was! I hope you guys read these. I hope the Larsons read these because Johnathons work is truly one of the largests influences on my life. It has been for the last 10 years and will continue to be till the day I die. So thank you to all of you and to everyone, and please if you talk to any cast member from any cast extend my thanks to them as well, because what you gave me they will be giving to somone else. Thank you.

David

(I had this all nicely formatted, but I guess something went wrong? Sorry it's so long and possibly confusing to read!)

To be honest, like a lot of other RENTheads on this blog have admitted, this post made me tear a little. Each new update on this site was so exciting! Oh well, I guess now I just have to wait a little longer for the next great post.
I guess you could say I'm a newfound RENThead. I only wish I could have been one sooner. I had obviously heard about this amazing musical, along with the ever-so-famous "Seasons of Love" prior to the movie, but my actual obsession with RENT is pretty much owed to this site! I randomly came across it by clicking on a pop-up ad one day, and since then, I've been hooked. Each and every song on the soundtrack has been on shuffle rotation on my iPod since. Believe me, EVERY SINGLE song (I don't skip). I can't even find words to accurately describe the soundtrack; each song has its own significance and its own special quality about it. This beautiful music is obviously owed to the musical genius Jonathan Larson and also to the wonderful VOICES behind the music...

ADAM: I am forever one of your most adoring fans. I love your voice... unique, different, rough, and may I say sexy?! And those beautiful locks!!! All I wanna do is run my fingers through them. Sure, I'm more than half your age, but not only do I think you're absolutely gorgeous, you're also talented (singing/acting), real, raw, and the perfect, original, one & only Roger... at least in my eyes. ("You can see it in my eyes..." =) Sorry, I had to.)

ANTHONY: Your passion for RENT and everything about it has been made evident through your writing, video blogs, your performance, everything about you. You seem to be the quintessential Mark Cohen, the heart and soul of the group (in a different way from Angel). I love your voice. You're amazing.

IDINA: Before I became obsessed with RENT, I only knew that you were pretty much a goddess on Broadway. Now I know why! You're so incredible. You're talented, beautiful, and just plain HOT! You and Taye make a beautiful couple. You guys seem so perfect together at publicity events and whatnot. Beautiful.

JESSE: Without being cheesy, your voice can seriously penetrate the soul. It's so soulful and passionate that, no matter how many times I've heard "I'll Cover You (Reprise)", you still tap into the same emotions from the first time. Your voice, along with your amazing acting (even one simple facial expression), can honestly grab an audience.

ROSARIO: I've admired you from some of your previous work, but after seeing RENT, I have a whole new appreciation for you. You are perfect as Mimi! (Not to mention, adorable... I loved a few of Mimi's outfits.) And, oh, your voice! So sweet, so pure. I love it. You were perfect. Just perfect.

TAYE: Your character was definitely not the most likeable, but, in real life, you seem like the total opposite! You seem like such a funny, entertaining guy. You + Idina = beautiful, adorable, HOT couple. Now I know how Stella got her groove back... =)

TRACIE: Not that I can compare you to past Joanne's or anything since I don't know very much about them, but lemme just say that you are the ideal addition [+ Rosario] to this amazing cast. Ah, that voice!!! Oh, and I love your personality; you make me laugh! You look like fun!

WILSON: You were the most adorable thing ever as Angel! She was my favorite. I loved her, everything she stood for, everything about her. Your performance was flawless. You really broke my heart at the end. (I think I might cry just thinking about it.) I love your style, in the movie and out. You're great.

CHRIS: Thank you. You're a wonder of a director. I'm convinced. You can do anything!

I've seen this movie (which has become my all-time favorite) once each week, for the past three weeks... and, no, I don't plan on letting down anytime soon. My friends and family have experienced this obsession with me, and they're hooked too. I still get chills. The chemistry among this cast was made clear, and it really is what made the movie work so beautifully. I could go on and on about this movie and all of you. To nutshell it, as if this comment was already nutshelled enough (heh, sorry!), I'd just like to THANK YOU all for the effort, the passion, the dedication, everything put into this film, this soundtrack, this site, this BLOG. It's kept a lot of us RENTheads going! I'm greatly anticipating the updates, and of course the DVD release. Until then, there's always the movie theater =D

THANK YOU x 525,600!!!
Eryne

By the way, my name's pronounced "Erin" ... just in case anyone was wondering =)

Aawww. This is just sad. No more blog? I'm with you on this, Tracie ... What am I going to do? This blog was like, a part of my daily routine! I never thought I'd cry over the loss of a blog, haha!

We should all be thanking all of you. I mean, you all put so much care into this movie, making sure it was the best it could be (and, believe me, it was even better than the best). The devotion you had to making sure we were all kept in the loop was wonderful, and I know a lot of us have had fun making these comments back to you (especially the ones where everyone says things like "Adam, you're so hot!"). Those are my favourite kinds. So, yes. Thank you all. These blogs were awesome. I'll miss them.

By the way, Jesse - I caught an episode of Law and Order the other day. Excellent. And, I got the Collins cover. You made Collins my second #1 favourite character.

Rosario and Tracie - Thank you for coming into this movie. As much as I love Fredi and Daphne, I don't think they could've gotten anyone better to play Mimi and Joanne. I can't wait to see more of you two!

Wilson, Taye, Idina - The laughs you all provided were an awesome addition to any day. Wilson, you have no idea how much I love Angel now. I always have, but, you did such an amazing job! Not to mention, you pulled off the outfit well. Taye ... I just adore you. You rock my socks completely. And Idina. You're just ... Wonderfully amazing. Over the Moon ALWAYS makes me laugh.

Anthony - What more can be said about you? You're the ultimate Rent vetran. A constant in every Renthead's life. Hell, you're practically all that makes the NYTW version of Rent tolerable to listen to (Get Over It and Real Estate are some of the best songs I've ever heard). The definitive Mark. By the way ... The Sirius Radio interview. When Seth mentions you and Adam being "lovers", and you mentioned the stories ... The way you were talking about that was completely awesome.

Adam - Omg, you're so hot! (It had to be done, you know it). You're Roger is so totally one of the best. You played him so well both on Broadway and in the movie; it made my heart song. One Song Glory made me cry. And. I have finally seen SLC Punk. Much love to Eddie. The hair ... The little bit with the British accent ... The clothes. Awesome role. Oh. And, I've heard songs from Caberet with you. Much love to that, too.

Finally, to Chris and the production crew and everyone else involved - Thank you all SO much. You kept this movie true, and you've made all of us so proud. I mean ... Words don't express the gratitude I have for you. I truly can't decide which is better: the stage version, or the movie version. Great job.

And for everyone - Have a merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. Hope the holidays treat you right, you all get what you want, and you have a lovely time over all. Don't eat too or drink too much. You'll get sick!

Goodbye from me, although I'm hoping this won't REALLY be the end.

Much love and hugs and glomps and warm fuzzy feelings. Keep up the good job everyone! Yours faithfully forever --

*hugs*
Lausanne M.

Have a great Christmas and New Year

Even though I haven't been a fan of RENT for as long as some of you have I still know how you feel. I have this passion for music I can't explain and I truly mean it when I say this film has just made me appreciate it a lot more. It has an inspiring message I know I'll keep with me forever (and I know you guys will too). I just want to say a HUGE thank you to every one of the cast members. You guys have inspired me to follow my dream of performing in musical theater as well.

Adam- You are just so AMAZING. I absolutely loved your portrayal as Roger. I wish every guy in the world were like you. Keep up the great work.

P.S. I also happen to think your really HOTT if you don't mind me saying.

Anthony- WOW!! That about sums it up right there. You rocked my socks in the movie. You have a great voice as well. Tango: Maureen has now become one of my favorite songs.

Idina- Let me just say that you have now become my biggest role model. You are just SO talented, beautiful, and not to mention a kick-ass Maureen. I swear I mooed really loud in the theater hahaha. Great job on Wicked as well. You are truly an inspiration to me and I hope I get to be as successful as you with my musical career.

Wilson- Dude, YOU ROCKED!! Angel is now my most favorite character of all time. It must feel really good to FINALLY be out of those heels, huh? LOL Today 4 U Tomorrow 4 me

Jesse- I'll be honest and say I cried like a baby when you sang your heart out on the I'll cover you reprise. It broke my heart in two. Your voice is so amazing.

Rosario- I LOVED your portrayal as Mimi. I now can't imagine anyone else as her. You did a fantastic job. Keep up the awesome work.

Tracie- Your voice gives me chills to put it mildly. Awesome work. The tango sequence totally blew my mind. At least you achieved your dream of being in RENT. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Taye- Too bad there wasn't more of you in the movie. You are one talented individual. Great work.

And last but certainly not least...

Chris- THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! For giving us a film that actually has meaning. If anyone else were to direct I don't think it would of came out even half as good. Thanks again.

I really mean it when I say RENT changed my life forever. Like so many of you I come home from having a crappy day at school and I pop in the soundtrack and immediately everything goes away. Music to me is the only thing that has the power to do that. And with AMAZING voices like all of you have it just made it so much better.

Your new fan now and forever,

Annette

Like everyone else, I'm very saddened that this blog is coming to a close! THANK YOU too all of the actors (every.single.one. of you is abosolutely amazing) and Chris, as well as the people that managed the site, updated it, edited the clips, etc, etc. I truely enjoyed every post.

I've seen the movie 3 times, and I'll surely see it more as well as getting scores of my friends to support it (if they haven't already). I'll also have the DVD pre-ordered as soon as I can.

Again, a big thank you to everyone involved. I think the movie was a huge success and I truley enjoyed watching the process of it's journey from stage to the big screen.

no day but today.

much love,
maile

wow. .i am going to have a lot of free time now that that rent blog has come to an end (haha i'm like you tracie!)
I have seen the movie 8 times and I think it it just amazing. Thank you for what you guys do you are truly a perfect gift to all of us! You ALL are amazing.
Idina- You are my hero. Your singing and acting in o every role has helped me to stay in acting and to keep dreaming and hopefully end up on broadway on day. Thank you for giving me that strength. and thank you for being so beautiful!:)I get to see you in Wicked and meet you for a second. I hope i get the chance to meet you again!

Wilson- I have always loved the role of angel and now my life is complete getting to see it be played by YOU! What you do in that role is amazing. Thank you for showing me that life is all about love and friendship

Taye- I have loved you in every movie I have seen and every musical i have heard you sing in! I wish there was more of you in RENT! Amazing job as always.

Jesse-I AM SOO glad you got to do the movie! I am also a big fan of Law and Order and It was great to see you. Thanks for giving us that smile. I'll cover reprise gets me everytime!
Anthony- What you bring to mark and Rent is just wow. .*speechless* I hope i can meet you one day!

Adam- One song glory amazing! I can not wait to see what else you are up 2 and I am getting your CD for Christmas.

Rosario- I just have to say i have SO much respect for you after watching you play an amazing performace as Mimi. I hope you do more musicals in the future so we all can enjoy your beautiful voice some more. Mimi has never really been one of my favorite characters but after watching you, I totally love her! You did any amazing job and held your own agaisnt the OBC cast.

Tracie- Wow. You are amazing. Your voice!! I can't believe you have never been in the stage production! You seem so natural in playing Joanne. Amazing Job and I can NOT wait for the upcoming productions :)

Chris- THANK YOU FOR DIRECTING SUCH A BEAUTIFUL FILM!

I love you and I hope i can meet you all one day in the future. You all have truely changed my life through the songs that Jonthan Larson wrote.

Good Luck to all of you in your life ahead:)

love always, Jenny

I have to agree w/ everyone a very sad time! It was a great trip all the way from day one on here! Thanks for this ever yone who worked on this flim. Chris, just an amazing job! The whole cast just amazing couldn;t have picked it better! This blog was th egreatest thing ever to! I mean to know what was goign on everystep of the way is just amazing and rent couldn;t have been done any other way! Also to the cast thanks for all th memories "today show" bryant park! And meetign anthony after the premire was the most amazing thing ever! And the last thank you goes to the man who started it all... Thank You Jonathan! "No Day but Today!"

(Writing with a heavy set heart...sniff sniff).
What will I do with the next 43,800 minutes of my life without these blogs? I wake up to the movie soundtrack everyday, listen to it on my way to work, play the tunes in my head when I'm taking a break from teaching, and end my day reading these blogs... Can you tell that I'm hooked?
One month ago, I'd probably won't even know what a Renthead was, but I sure do now, b/c I've become one after seeing the movie. I missed the chance to see the OBC in '97, but it is on the top of my to-do-list when I visit NYC.

Posting something like this is really out of character for me, but since this is the final blog, I just had to add my personal thoughts.

Cast & Crew of RENT: BRAVO to ALL! It was a great way to start the holiday season! The movie has truly been an inspiration and an eye opener for many people, especially for the younger crowd. The positive messages of hope and love are contagious. The reminder of the harsh realities of drug addiction and the AIDS epidemic have reawakened our consciousness about the severity of the matter that still plagues us today. No one could have done it better than Adam, Anthony, Idina, Jesse, Wilson, Rosario, Taye, & Tracie (my favorite cast member!) for delivering such a "fantabulous" performance! And thank you Chris for bringing the Broadway musical to the silver screen!

You all make a wonderful ensemble and the chemistry between y'all both on and off the screen have made it a great pleasure for us fans to watch.

AND TRACIE, if you're still reading these blogs...you're perseverance and hard work have certainly paid off! You are a triple threat! Not only can you act and sing, but your giddiness and humble nature have won over the hearts of old and new RENT fans. You demonstrate unparalleled professionalism when you're acting (Julliard must be so proud! LOL), and offstage, without any reservations you openingly share your goofy and down-2-earth side with us all! And for that alone, we love you for that! I wish you the best of luck with your future endeavors. Can't wait to see you as a regular on Cold Case. Take it easy on the bicoastal traveling, though. Take care!

(sorry if this didn't post right)Ok, First off THANK YOU soo much. I went to see this movie by myself.. In a theatre and I am glad, I had my crying that I needed done, but as soon as the movie was over I felt so much better about life. Right then and there I thought back on the 19 years of life and said. This movie changed me. I cried from SCENE 1 you all were amazing, I love you and thank you for allowing me to change through this movie. Each time I listen to the music, I cry. I have been able to get so much off my mind that ALL I can do now is smile. Which is something that I have never been able to do for quite a while. I don't know you all did it, but You changed me.

Taye - I have loved all of your movies you've done, and this added to the list.

Rosario - You are soo beautiful, and I love how you had to recreate the role of Mimi since you didn't do the first one. You did it wonderful!!

Jesse - Oh my gosh!!! As soon as I realized that You were taking off time from Law and Order WHICH I LOVE.. I knew it was going to be perfect. Your amazing, and I love your acting!!

Wilson - You are an Angel to me, just seeing you be Angel, and all the way until the end of the movie, I was able to let go a lot of pain that I have had for the past 9 years since my dad passed way when I was 11. There's no day like today is true, whether its AIDS or Cancer.. There's no day like today! I was able to get alot of the pain from loosing my dad, when I saw this. Because I saw some one else have something that takes your life so fast. So thank you for that!!

Anthony - 2 Words. Your Amazing!!!

Adam - I love your music, and I love you!!! Thanks for making RENT stay true to me. And just the way you acted in this I wish I had seen the original cast in NY.

Tracie - Girl, You can sing!! I love how you hit the high C.. Your amazing, and inspiring. Keep up the work!!

Inida - Over the moon will you MOOOOO with me!! Ok THAT is soo wonderful!! I have loved you in The Other Sister, and many more of your movies, your music is great keep it up!! I love you!!!

To all of you THANKS once again for allowing me to CHANGE.

Amanda

*bows deeply to the cast and crew of RENT*

Much love, respect and appreciation to all of you. And thank you Sony and Revolution Studios as well.

I wish that this ride were longer but thanks for taking us along. The film is here now, and you all should feel damn proud.

I wish more people "got" it, but I know a lot of people that did, and they are among your newest fans. I loved every minute, have gone more than a dozen times (with people), and I wish I could do more.

I'm sad because I feel like I know you guys now. I hate goodbye's. I hope to "see" you all again very soon in your respective projects that I hope you will soon be bombarded with...much luck!

MUAH!!!!

AHHH :'( :( no more RENT blog?!?!? I'm gonna cry!!! I'm going to miss it sooo much!!! I'm gonna be like Tracie!! I will probably go to this blog site without remember that it has ended and then I would see that it's blank... :( What AM I going to do?!?! this was a place where I got to get in touch with the cast, director, RENTheads.... It was such a great place... I wish it could go on forever...
I have to say THANK YOU! to all the cast and people who were contributing to this film/musical because it's great to love something and it's just great that I found RENT to love!
Thank you VERY VERY much!!!
LOVE YA!!!!!!!
Yukino

Aww, I cried :o( especially when Tracie was like "I thought they'd go on forever..." haha, I agree - I did too! I can't wait for the DVD release - I'm so excited. You guys made this film amazing! I could never see a movie in theatre more than once, I generally feel like I'm wasting my money, but I've so far seen RENT 4 times :-) ...hahah, me & my friend almost got kicked out Tuesday night for singing along with the movie, but we were the only ones in the theatre... nobody else... I don't know who we were "disturbing".. I think the employee just really wanted to watch the movie, hahah. Anyway, thanks so much for all these blogs, but I'm still in my PJ's and have to leave for school in 3 minuets, heh.

<3becky

The blog will never be gone, not as long as those who remain are loyal to it... ok ya that was lame haha, but i'm goign to miss the blog! can't wait for the dvd

What am I suppose to do when I get up in the morning?? It's terribly sad to see the blog come to an end. Each little clip and insight to the film has been a joy to watch. Each and every one of you has made an enormous impact on more lives than you'll ever know. Good luck to you all in the future and hopefully I'll see some of you while I'm in New York in March. And again I thank you for letting us all be apart of your Rent dream.

Love Always.

I'm so upset!!! Bye guys...I'll miss you Tracie!

You hope you make us proud? Well, of course you have! You eight are absolutely amazing, and I love each and every one of you! We all do!

I can't believe the blogs are coming to a close... What am I supposed to do on Mondays and Wednesdays (and somedays several days in between) now? My world revovled around RENT and this blog for the longest time! And now the blog is over...

This little box isn't big enough to hold everything I want to say to all of you. A million little boxes couldn't hold what I want to say! It's amazing the attactment you can feel to people who you've never spoken to before, and yet every single on of us here feels as though we have a special relationship with you. And in a way, we do.

So I guess for now, I'll have to settle for saying this: Thank you so much, you've made all of our worlds a brighter place, with your movie alone. We all love each and every one of so very much, you and this amazing show provide so much inspiration and hope to each and every one of us. You are our inspirations, our best friends, our heroes. You're all amazing.

No day but today.

Love,
Grace

NOOOOOOOO! *cries hysterically*
I agree w/ Tracie! I NEED THE BLOG! I feel so abandoned. I mean (ok I know this is wierd but I have issues) it's like the blog gave me that 1 GOOD thing to look forward to each day. It gave me someone to "talk to" something to make me smile! I kept me happy! now I don't have that...
I NEED THE BLOG!
haha I love Tracie
I love everyone! RENT is amazing! It's done so much for me! I can't even put it in words!

o_O it's over? *Is now officially in denial*

Even though this means of supporting the film is over (at least until DVD anyway), you can bet I'll still be seeing the movie. I've already seen it eight times, and am going for ten. I'm also going to try and convince my local theater to have a showing where people can go and sing along with the movie, and all the money would go to B'way Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And you can bet your... Rear-end (I'm not sure if I can say that actual word on the blog, lol) that I'll be one of the first people to buy the DVD.

RENT itself has been a wonderful journey for me, too. From first seeing it on B'way last March, to stalking the movie obsessively (according to my nearest and dearest friends), re-enacting RENT with said nearest and dearest friends, stalking the movie s'more, and now seeing the movie... It truly has been one extraordinary year for me. Thanks for making it that.

Much love to you all (I'd say 525,600 minutes worth, but I think much more than that is deserved), and thank you again.

117 days to go!

Thanks again guys for the blog entries! I made my days and weeks! Now I have to wait 117 days to be able to see the movie for myself. Without the blog, it's going to be a LOOOOOOOONG wait!

Thank you for keeping us updated every step of the way! Can't wait for the dvd release!

Adam, Anthony, Idina, Jesse, Rosario, Taye and Tracie+Chris+the Larson family: I thank you from the bottom of my heart for making this movie!

No day but today!

All my love, Anne-Inger, your faithful fan in France

It is so sad!!! I can´t believe that this will be the last blog. It was my only chance to know something about the movie, because I live in Germany and don´t have the chance to watch the movie yet. I hope it will come out in the movies in Germany soon. I´m so excited to see the film.
This was my only contact to know something about it, because my friends here in Europe don´t know anything about the musical rent. That´s pretty sad.
So, thank you again for all this information that I was able to get on this homepage. I thank you all so much.

So sorry to see the blog go! I didn't know about the blog until after the movie came out but I visited every day and couldn't get enuf of it! As a direct result of this blog--I went to see the movie 5 times--my friends think I'm nuts. This blog just generates so much energy for the film . It's a treasure--thanks Anthony for your committment. (Favorite blog: August 28th)

You guys are great! I am going to miss this blog but before it ends I just want to say Thank You! This movie is incredible and you guys are amazing...thank you!

this is actually the first time i'm commenting here. i've done all my rent conversing on livejournal. i have admired the show for the past 10 years. though i never got to see it on broadway, i did get to see it on tour 5 1/2 times (waiting on line every time!) i think i started hearing rumors about a movie around 97 or so, and so getting to see this on the big screen has been a long time coming. i was lucky enough to see a sneak preview and was with a great audience that was so into it. i am proud to say i was the first one to moo in my audience, thank you very much! most imporantly, i was thrilled with the outcome. it was so exciting to see most of the original cast that i've come to know and love through the cd, up on the big screen and finally getting to see you guys sing the songs that mean so much to me. traci and rosario had some big shoes to fill and did so with more than flying colors. it was very emotional for me to sit there and start to hear seasons of love start to play. finally years of waiting and here i am getting to see it on the big screen AND getting as close as i'll ever get to watching the original cast members play their parts. it was so exciting to get to check in with you through these blogs during this process. and get to connect again with rentheads (via lj), which is something i loved so much about standing in line waiting for my ticket. the love and spirit of this show as always been so inspirational to me. when i need to check myself i always try to remember that there is no day but today. thank you all so much for sticking with this piece of work and working so hard to make both stage and film versions a reality. every time i play my cd over the last 10 years i've been touched by love. keep in mind there are plenty of other people out there like me, ones that haven't spoken up yet that you have touched in some way or another. thank you so much for putting all of your love and passion into this project. and of course, thank you jonathan larson.

ahhh!!..i can't believe it's ending already...thank you so much for sharing these blogs with all your fans...everyday i came back to my room after classes , this was the firs thing i checked...i'm obsessed with you guys, you are all AMAZING...i can't wait for the dvd to come out so i can watch it over and over like i did when i was home during my school break at the movies...i would of seen it more but being at penn state, it's hard to get to a movie theater that actually played RENT... i wish all of you guys the best of luck and thanks for staying so close to your fans, it means a lot...:)

-Monica

You know that saying - all good things must come to an end.

You may be closing the blog, but you won't be leaving our heart & minds, I will always remember your wonderful spoken words & great job on the Rent Movie, and though I may of agree to disagree with some parts of the movie - I did leave with a new thought of some of things.

I can't wait until the DVD comes out.

Thank you - HUGS & KISSES

I just want to thank you guys for making such and incredible movie. RENT means so much to me and is something that I've always found comfort in. When I'm having a bad day or am feeling depressed I pop in the RENT soundtrack and it just brings me out of that and reminds me to live life to the fullest and there's no day but today. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to see the original Broadway version, so when the movie came out I was so excited to finally be able to see you guys as these characters instead of just listening to your voices.

I have only been coming to the blog for the past month and it really is something that when I discovered it I looked forward to logging onto everyday. I'm so glad that you guys have been very active with trying to do right by us RENTHeads.

I've seen the movie a couple of times now and everytime I see it I come away with something new. Jonathan Larsons' work was (for lack of a better word) amazing but what made it even more incredible is the passion and the heart that each and every one of you put into it. Okay I have just a couple more things to say:

Rosario - You were so perfect in this film. The work you've done in it was outstanding.

Tracie - You have the most incredible voice. I applaud your dedication in playing JoAnne.

Jesse - I just can't get over how amazingly talented you are. I just recently saw an eposoide of Law & Order and could not get over how diverse of an actor you really are.

Wilson - Angel has always been one of my favorite characters and you were so, so perfect in the movie. Your performance, the delivery of your lines, gestures everything was just so perfect.

Idina - I had the pleasure of being able to see you in Wicked a few summers ago and was blown away by your talent then. But seeing you in this movie really solidified to me how incredible you really are as a singer and actress.

Taye - Your acting, your voice everything was just amazing. Bravo!

Adam - You will and always will be Roger in my eyes. No other actor will ever be able to compare with what you've done.

Lastly but most definately not least:
Anthony - You so embody RENT to me. Words cannot express how much you as an actor inspire me. I feel like you really are the emotional support, heart and soul center of the cast. You have been so vocal in bringing us what we want and I think to all of us that means the world. You inparticular as Mark really brings me comfort. I can't think of anyway else to say this except thank from the bottom of my heart. I wish one day I can be able to say this to you in person.

So thank you all for making this movie and really staying connected with us fans. And now I will end my incredibly long post.

*Love and Hugs*
Sam

Hello again guys =).

I really will miss jumping over here to watch all the awesome video clips! I love the fact that you guys have reached out to all the fans around the world. A very little amount of actors actually take the time to spread warmth and meet their fans! That's probably what I love most about you guys...Thank you so much for that. We Rentheads are the luckiest fans in the world!

My "life long dream" is to be a performer on Broadway. At various times, I have questioned whether I have the talent to make my dream come true, and there are many times when I have just wanted to stop all together. But all of you guys have made me realize how much I love performing, and have shown me that if it's truly what I love to do, then I will find a way...thank you.

Your compassion and kindness has inspired me and has touched my heart. I can't put into words my thanks to you all. Thank you for being so dedicated to this blog, and thank you for taking the time to read all of our little notes! Each and every one of you are truly AMAZING.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all...I love you guys.

Smiles!
<3 Maureen.

OMG I cant believe this is the last blog. I totally agree with Tracie's comment. What am i gonna do now that i cant go to the RENT blog. It has been a daily thing for me, going and checking for new videos and also going to the RENT movie site and counting down the minutes until RENT was due LOL. Idia, Anthony, Taye, Jesse, Tracie, Wilson, Rosario, Adam, and of course Chris. Thank you so very much. You guys did a phenominal job brining RENT from stage to screen. I have scene the satge version of RENT about 6 times and i have only seen the movie twice but i plan to see it many more times while it is in theatres and you better believe when it comes out on DVD i am gonna buy and watch 1100 more time LOL. I bet Jonathan LArson is watching ovewr us right now and just smiling . I know in my heart that he is so proud of all of you. You are and amazing cast. The originals and the newbies. Tracie and Rosario you guys kick ass. Both of you were amazing. Well, it was great being able to come here and send you guys comments and stuff for the past many months. But like they say all good things must come to an end. But we will all be back to blog some more when the DVD comes out. I gotta say thanks again you guys are Awesome. Talk to you in a few months when the DVD is released. Love you guys.. NO DAY BUT TODAY!!!!!!!!!

YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!!!

WE MISS YOU JONATHAN LARSON THANKS FOR CREATING A GREAT SHOW!!!!!!!!!

Thank you thank you thank you thank you all!!!

Yesterday, the 15th, was my 22nd birthday, and as usual around my birthday, I have been thinking a lot about the state of the world today, and my place in it. Form the dedication of brilliant minds like all of yours, and Jonathan's, and the characters you've all created and brought to life as shining examples of what living No Day But Today is all about- I cannot help but have the most heartfelt optimism for where we are all headed---
Love and peace to all of you,
I can't wait to see what you all do in the future!!!
(I have grown so fond of you, I'll miss the blogs!)

Rent Fan Forever,
Erin

I was just thinking, the other night, how sad it was going to be when the Rent Blog was gone....and now I wake up and see this. *is sad*

I just want to thank you guys, yet again, for such a wonderful movie. I saw it three times; once alone, once with my mom, and once with a my newly converted Renthead friend, Jess. I've been trying to make time to see it again, but my work schedule is all over the place. But I will be sure to see it one last time before it leaves my theater.

I stumbled upon Rent when I was 13, and I haven't looked back. I finally made it up to NYC to see a production in Nov. 2002. It was my early 18th birthday present from my mom; a weekend in NYC, a broadway show, and it snowed.

I never thought my mom would accept Rent. She's not exactly an accepting person. It's just the way she was raised. Both my parents....racists and biggots. But somehow, I turned out to be the exact opposite of that. And after the play was over, I turned to my mom and she told me how much she loved the show. She wanted to see again the next night (unfortunately it was sold out, or we would have too). There is something about Rent, how Jonathan wrote it, that brings people together without them even knowing it. It's a truth that even the most hypocritical can believe in.

Again, thank you guys. All I can say: Thank You.

~*~ Jessie ~*~

This has been a truly unique experience. I'm proud to call myself a renthead... Much Love to everyone in the cast and crew for giving the world this amazing gift that will live on for generations.
Wilson- the true believers will continue on spreading the love, don't worry man ;)...
Jesse/ Taye- thank you guys for giving me hope.
Chris/Adam/Anthony/Rosario/Idina- I love you all, & am sending a thousand sweet positive vibes your way...
Tracie- wow... ok, if you go back to your first blog entry & read my reply on how I loved "how the hell you got here...who the hell you are", you'll see that I thought highly of you from the start. Now, after seeing the finished masterpiece, my opinion of you, and love for you is even higher. You have an exquisitely amazing talent, and I'm so glad that the world is getting to see more of it. (I caught you on Law & Order the other day as well...)I know that you read these, but it would be amazing if you could take a minute to write me back with a reply :D

so that blog's aint really over... 'thank God this moment's not the last - there's only us, there's only this - forget regret, or life is yours to miss - no other road, no other way - no day but Today...'

Tristan D. Lalla, Montreal
true believer

This blog has been so great, I'm sad it's ending. Whatever will I do?!? Haha.

Thank you for being so interactive with us, taking our suggestions into account, and giving us all these clips to tide us over until the movie came out. It's amazing how much contact you've kept with us all, thank you.

To the producers, please put these video clips on the special features of the DVDs. It would mean a lot to the Rentheads.

I love you all, good luck in the future.
All my love,
Sara Corkum

I'm soooooo sad!!!!!!!!!!!
I think you guys should start a blog of your own.
As soon as the movie comes out on video I am going out and buying it.I love you guys,you were amazing.I wish I could meet you all,and one day I will be in RENT.

NO DAY BUT TODAY.

Hi guys!

I almost cried when I read the last post. It's very sad to say goodbye, but I won't ever forget these months of thrill, hope and magic that you brought to us, all Rent-heads. Rent has been a part of this year and will be a part of my life.I felt like you were part of my every day with this blog. I wish you the best luck with the film, thanks to Chris and all the cast for being so natural, so nice to post so often and so close to the fans!. Take care... I'll miss you, we all will :-)

Juanjo

Juanjo

No, thank you.

I'm extremely sad that this is all ending, in a sense. It's incredible how close you guys worked with your fans and how much love and care and commitment you put into the movie; I don't think I've ever seen any other cast or director that reached out so far with their heart, head, and arms.

I hope you continue to use this blog as a medium of communication to your fans.

Thank you so much.

I just wanted to say thank you to the cast and to Chris Columbus for making the film and allowing those of us who can't jump on a plane to New York to have access to the same feelings we would if we could see the show all the time.

I've only seen the show 7 times and never with anyone from the OBC. And when I first learned that Rosario was playing Mimi and Tracie was playing Joanne, I was skeptical of their musical talent. I'm proud to say that I loved their interpretation of those characters and that I couldn't imagine Mark, Roger, Collins, Angel, Benny and Maureen being played by anyone else than Anthony, Adam, Jesse, Wilson, Taye and Idina.

Thank you so much for "immortalizing" this so we can watch you and be inspired whenever we want...when the DVD finally comes out.

Take care!

Judy

Hay I just wanted to come in and say thank you to the whole cast, there is no way any one other than you guys could have pulled this off. The fact that you were there for us while you were filming and after made us all feel like a part of the magic. Just a few shout outs to some of the cast.

Jesse: What can I say man. You so totaly rock!! And there will never be a better New York detective.

Tracie: We will all be following your coming sucksess because there is no doubt that what ever you do it will be amazing. You have gained more fans than you can shake a stick at so make us proud.

Anthony: To do what you did with the blog you are one amazing person. Being a person in the film industry I know how chaotic things can get on set and for you to do what you did for us the only thing I can say is thank you, from the bottem of my heart.

Idina: Your Wicked fans(my self included) will follow you blindly to the ends of the earth. With RENT you have shown us why. You are a true artist and an amazing person. We all eagerly awate your album, don't make us wate to long!

Thank you again to every one that made this happen,
Megan King

I'm just happy and grateful that you and Sony choose to put this blog up. How many movies do that? All of NONE! You guys are so amazing and I can't wait to see where all of you go with your careers. Best of love and luck! Tracie, I will miss the blog too! I have nothing to do during third period...other than my creative writing homework, but how boring is that? The blog sustains me! *calms down* I will still check...not as much, but I will. When's the DVD coming out because I will be right back here!

Merry Christmas, Happy Hannahkah, Happy Kwanzaa, Good Winter Solstice, whatever you celebrate I hope you will have a great time.

*place a hand over each of your hearts (through the computer so visualize here)*
I wish you peace, joy, love, and lots of hot, groovy lovemaking for the New Year.
Bethy

Wow..this is hard to type I'm crying and wishing that the blog doesn't come to an end.

Well...this has been a most wonderful ride.

First, to the cast thank you so much for everything from taking the stage to the screen.
The video clips and the blog updates will be missed.

Everyone was funny and amazing in them.

Secondly, Chris for doing the film and keeping Jonathan's dream alive.

Last, to Jonathan for whom without his dream this won't be possible.

I like to wish EVERYONE GOOD LUCK on all their future projects.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS
BE SAFE

As for me...I will continue to watch out for the DVD release...so I can play it as many times as I want at home. For NOW the music is holding me over. I'm going to miss coming on this site everyday.

PS...TO WILSON congrats on getting the website together....and I will definitely check out the new movies.

No Day But Today

with love to all
PINEAPPLE

Wow! what an amazing time.

i have never been so involved with anticipating a movie before.
I am so glad that i got the chance to see the interviews of you guys. As a performer, i have taken some of your advice and i feel a deep conection and respect for what you do. It also make me appritiate the movie more.

I've gotten into the habbit of just going online and saying to myself, "hmm, i wonder what's on the blog today."

I can't wait to see what you'll all be doing next.

(sniffel)

uh... i'm lost for words.

all i can say is thank you so much for all that you do. It means alot to me and to all of us fans.

your friend forever,

Christen

I can't believe that it's over. I've checked this site everyday for the last 3 months. I've seen the movie 4 times in the span of a week and loved every minute of it. I don't know what I'm going to do without the site.

I loved the movie and I love every member of the cast.

Tracie, you were amazing. Your passion and emotions were so visible on screen and you moved me to tears everytime. Everytime something happened to you I could feel it.

Jesse, amazing as always. I love you on Law& Order and your singing voice is amazing. Please don't stop singing. YOu are an amazing actor and i can't wait to see what you do next,

Wilson, oh man....I don't know where to start. You have a talent that I have never seen before anywhere in the enterainment business. I really hope that you keep going, because you are amazing.

Anthony, I heard wonderful things about you when you were on stage and I love your voice on both the RENT albums. But seeing you in the movie was better then anything I could have expected.

Adam, I love your hair long. You are so hot. I could listen to you sing forever.

Rosario, I wasn't sure what to expect when I heard you had joined the cast, but wow girl...have you got a voice. I loved you as Mimi and don't ever stop acting.

Taye, what can I say...You are a man of many talents. You have a wonderful voice and have such a presence on the screen that no one can ignore it (but who would want to).

Idina, I honestly don't know where to start when it comes to you. You are my hero. You have an amazing voice. I could listen to you sing forever and not get tired of it. I've been a huge fan for years and I hope that one day I get to meet you because then I coudl die happy. You're acting ability is amazing and you are truely a beautiful person. But I think I'll stop there because I could go on forever.

I love the movie and am still living off of the clips that are posted on the site. I can't wait until the DVD comes out!!! Good luck to the all cast and crew in all of their future endevors.

Thank you Johnathan Larson for your wonderful work. The world will forever be in your debt.

thank you all so much for creating this film! I never had the chance to see you on stage (I was too young at the time of the OBC) so I'm really glad you gave me this oppurtunity to see you all perform on screen!

and I have to give a shoutout to Wilson because I've always been a huge Angel fan, but really no other Angel compares to you, Wilson! You brought my love for that character to new heights...a truly stunning performance.

thank you for bringing this to a new generation, and a new crowd of people. the movie really moved me in ways I can't describe. I never thought one film could bring out so much emotion, but you proved me wrong!

::no day but today

I want to say thank you to the whole cast and crew. I love Rent so much. I screamed with joy when I found out that a movie was being made of it. I've been waiting 9 years for this. You all did an amazing job putting the whole thing together. Best of luck with all future endeavors. Thank you, thank you thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Peace,
Katey :)

so it's only the second day that they blog 'has ended' but i can't stop looking at it... i came back today just to see if maybe just maybe you were going to post something else...and i will probably be back everyday just to see if you do post...I'm so sad it's ended...I've heard that the DVD is supposed to be released like February 2nd...is that true?!?!?

MUCH LOVE
<3
Khalehla

oh yeah, I forgot something...

Wilson, boy oh boy you are such a cutie. I cant wait to see what your next project is. You are so very very talented and passionate about what you do. I would love to be able to hang out with you because you seen so real and fun. Keep me smiling babe!

Adam, I LOVE your voice! You are so talented as a performer as well as a singing. You are very good at making your audience feel how you are feeling.

Rosario, you are truly amazing. You are an insipration to many, you have such a sweet charm and wonderful charisma.

Jesse, I love what you do and how you do it all. Your smile lights up the whole room.

Anthony, I admire you for sticking true to your fans. I think it is awesome how you seem to always include the fans in your thoughts.

Idina, you crack me up. You did a spectacular job in Rent and you have a teriffic voice.

Taye, I dont care for your character, but in reality you arent Benny. Your a person wiht a ton of talent, and not to mention an amazing voice too.

Tracie, I really admire you Tracie. You are so realistic and so talented. Id love to be able to sing as wonderful as you can. I am so glad that they chose you for the part of Joanne.

Chris, Thank you for doing this movie. It has changed me for the better. This movie is like an emotional rollar coaster, but its AWESOME!

*Ill Cover You With a Thousand Sweet Kisses*

Lots of Love from Augusta Maine
-Steph

It's not every day that a group of people come together with so much passion, but every time I've had the chance to watch Rent and watch or read anything about it, I've seen that this movie was a major work of passion. I see the passion Jonathan put into creating it. I see the passion that Chris put into re-creating it as a film. I see the passion that all of the crew put into molding this film. I see the passion that all of the actors put into performing this magnificent work of art. I see so much passion. It's slightly overwhelming, but it is what makes this film, this story, so amazing. It's what makes me want to go out and live for today. No day but today! You all are truly beautiful! Thank you so much for the passion and inspiration that I have found in this film~Zoe

OH! Tracie, if you still want to be connected to the fans I made (the first, can you believe it took this long?) the Tracie Thoms community on Livejournal.

It's called love_for_tracie. Come visit and bask in the mass amounts of love being sent your way!

Mucho love and happiness,
Bethy

Oh wow. This has made me so upset. The blogs are amazing & I want to thank everyone who made this possible. Sony... thanks for running these blogs if you did?

Chris - You have made an amazing movie, thanks for doing what you did. You captured everything that is RENT. I know have so much respect for you.

Wilson - Your spirit made everything 5 times better. "A corpse can't cry" You make me smile with all your comments and stuff.

Rosario - I was nervous you couldn't pull off Mimi, but you totally did + some. You did soo good. Thanks for contributing to the blog & everything.

Adam - Your cockiness makes me smile, but you CAN be cocky becuase you ARE that amazing. Keep being who you are. You got me into Aida, and made What You Own & Another Day some of my favorite songs. Thanks for everything.

Taye - ah. Your blogs were always so funny and awesome. Thanks for doing that during everything. You areee amazing.

Tracie - Ah! I love your blogs so much and I am going to miss them! Ever since Rent I have come to be such a big fan of you! I hope you meant it when you said you read every one of these! cause i want to let you know that you are awesome! You have such an AMAZING talent. So amazing. I love every song you sing in. What makes me appreciate you even more, is how humble you are. Thanks for everything you did with the blog and I'm really going to miss it. You are such an awesome person and made me laugh. I loved your first blog entry. Thanks for everything again!

Anthony - You seriously rock. Mark is one of my favorite characterd and you are awesome. You just. Gah. I'm speechless. La Vie Boheme is my favorite song. Everything you do as Mark is amazing. You know him the best don't you? Thanks for all you've done with the blog.

Jesse - Collins = love. You are such a happy, funny person and I love it. Thanks for always making me smile. "Say hello the the kids..." Aw
:( I'm going to miss all your blog entries, they were fantastic. Thanks so much for all your time.

Idina - You brought me into rent. I had become a fan of you in Wicked, because you have so much talent it's not even fair. I went to your concert in Boston, and loved it. You are the funniest, sweetest, person ever. I downloaded the songs you sang (Take me or Leave me & I'll cover you) and Over the Moon quickly became my first favorite song. You are such a tremedous talent and I'm so lucky to have seen you in concert and been able to see all that you can do. You are so amazing, your blogs made me laugh and stuff. :) I love you and Taye, and wish you all the best of luck. Thanks for being the best role model ever and thanks for everthing with the blog!

Ah. so basically. The blogs were amazing, and thank you so much for everything. I'll be back when the dvd is out!
<33

I'm very sad that this is the last blog =8^( I loved everything that you posted. Thank you soooooo much for keeping us all informed its greatly appreciated. You are all amazing!!
Much Love,
Sarah

Thank You Jonathan Larson.

*gasp* Is it all really ending?
THAT WAS NOT SUPPOSED TO HAPPEN.
I shall separately address everyone in the above clip, while (appropriately) listening to Goodbye Love:

~Taye: I love you. I love your voice, I love the way you look. You are so talented. (P.S. I LOVED you in Brown Sugar) I think you should take a break from movies and do more singing roles.
~Anthony: I love your enthusiasm. Without you (haha! Pun not initally intended, but now it is!) I'm not sure any of this would have happened. You are so amazing and I love your voice. I cannot wait to pick up your book.
~Adam: You're my favorite guy. I have realized you have impossibly long eyelashes from gazing at you in a fangirl way. I love your voice. I love everything about you. You are Roger. (And Radames hehe) Roger/Adam is love.
~Rosario: Ah! I adore you! Always have, since I saw you in Josie and the Pussycats. You are so adorable and I was a little worried about them casting you as Mimi, but you blew me away. You did an amazing job. (Plus, I like your voice 1000 times better than Daphne's. Shh. :)) You and Adam brought me to tears.
~Jesse: I LOVE YOU! No one could play Collins like you. Your character totally made that whole movie for me. Where would the laughs come from without you. No one could have played him better. And you're just sooo adorable! I just wanna hug you! haha
~Wilson: I stand by what I said in the beginning. You look better in makeup than I do. You are such a beautiful person with a lovely voice (and I'm in love with those glasses!) No one could ever play Angel better than you. Not even a woman. "Honey, I'm more of a man than you'll ever be, and more of a woman than you'll ever get."
~Idina: You just amaze me. In interviews you seem so shy and softspoken and the sweetest person in the world, but then, you play Maureen WONDERFULLY! You're loud, obnoxious, flirty, it's amazing what a complete change you do. I love your voice (Let's hope Defying Gravity gets me into my school's musical) I hope I get to see you perform one day.
~Tracie: You're my favorite girl. You went into this as though they picked me. (Except I'm desperate to be Mimi hehe). You were AMAZING and you are sooo adorable and I want to be jealous of you, but you seem so starstruck by meeting those six other people who were in the original cast that it's impossible to hate you for it. You deserved it and you were an EXCELLENT Joanne.
~Chris: YOU ARE THE MAN, CHRIS COLUMBUS! I love you! Without you (pun not intended again) none of this would have happened and I would be crushed. So I thank you. I thank you, I thank you, I thank you a million times over. You have no idea how much you mean to me.

None of you have no idea how much you all mean to me! Now, I actually have to do homework during Study Hall! ...Nah, I'll just make RENT icons in preparation for the DVD.

Happy Holidays all!
xoxo
Briana

P.S. *singing* I can't believe this is goodbye...
*sniffles*

awww...I'm so bummed that this is it. I was a late-comer to the RENT world...but it has inspired me so much in so many ways. I think the blog was a fantastic idea...I wish every movie would do that. I just wanted to say that everyone involved in the production did an amazing job...and to all the actors/actresses: you were all absolutely amazing. The acting, the singing, the chemistry...all of it. This movie has gotten to me moreso than any other movie, or musical even, has ever done before. The emotions were so strong and clear. I wish some day that I could be able to perform with that much passion. I wish you all so much luck and happiness in your futures.
-Krissa

It's sad to see the blog go. The movie was amazing, as expected, but even more than that the blog has been an experience I will cherish. It is so wonderful to have this amazing movie that the fans love with a ridiculously talented cast, then on top of that the cast actually cares enough what the fans think and include us in the process. I wish all of you the best of luck in future successes and thank you for giving us this. It was the perfect holiday treat.

-Shelly

You guys all deserve a virtual hug from yours truly. You've seriously made the last four months enjoyable for my friends and I. But more importantly, you helped create something that's help shape me into an honest and optimistic person. I can't thank you all enough. Happy Holidays to you guys. And for one last time, with lots of love and goodbye tears, this is Jasmine (formerly known as Jazzy M) signing off.

throughout all of my crying about the blog being over i forgot to say one very important thing...

Happy Holiday and Merry Christmas to all!! Hope everyone's holidays is amazing!!! Oh and Happy New Year Soon! =)

Much Love To All
<3
Khalehla

Oh my God, this is so sad that it's ending. I've been coming here for so long, but I've never commented. :-( Anyway, you guys are just amazing and I totally agree with Tracie! What am I going to do now that you're not going to be posting anymore???? This is very sad.

But you guys have lives.

(Unlike me.)

So, I wish you all the best of luck and hope you all have a happy holiday.

MUCH LOVE
~Phoebe

This is so sad, no more blog!
I loved everything about the RENT movie experience and I think the cast and crew are fantastic!!

Happy Holidays to all! :)

I started this last night and fell asleep trying to finish all of it so here it is finally.

RENT Cast!!!! I can't believe it's over!!!! whenever my computer decided to wrok, I'd always be here.. memorizing the video clips, commetning, reading everyone's sotries... just a final note to every cast member who reads this..

ROSARIO: How can I even describe what an amazing job you did in this movie? I can't. I grew up knowing you as Valerie in Josie and The Pussycats and you are such an incredibly talanted actress. All the time 'Out Tonight' is going through my head and I'm always in front of the mirror trying to dance like you. You were absolutely perfect and if anyone had to fill the role of Mimi there's no doubt in my mind that no one could have done it better than you did.. or could even come close

TRACIE: woah is all I have to say. I STILL freak out when I heard that you tried out for the role 8 TIMES for the broadway show and didnt make it... i have a hard time believing it because you are so full of talent. I can't understand it but all I know is you can seriously sing your heart out and it's so amazing just to listen to the movie soundtrack and whenever I hear your voice it's always like Wow, she's amazing all over again. I think it's so cool that you started out a RENThead (like me) and eneded up playing the part because my dream is to someday star in RENT and you've definitely encouraged me to keep on trying to get it... even if they say bo 8 times!

ADAM: OHMYGOD. you're so hot. and talented. and i must say thats an AMAZING mix. everytime you sing I just melt. if god could sing, he would have looked like you. You did such an amazing job in the movie and I heard you had to shoot 'Your Eyes' and that scene like 3 times and how you manage to make me cry every time i see it even if it was for the third time you were doing it just totally overwhelmes me. i was watching school of rock the other day but ended up spending the entire movie time just reminding and listening to your parts because you're SO FREAKING AMAZING. i love you!

TAYE: Oh my god, you're so amazing. After I had seen the movie the 5th time I went home and watched America's Next Top Model and YOU WERE ON IT. You are such a totally perfect amazing magnificent singer and actor and I LOVE watching you balance on that curb during 'You'll See'. Oh my god, Idina is one lucky lady!!!! NEver stop acting and singing because you happen to have some of the most talent right now in like the world. I love you!!!!

JESSE: WOAH. you were INCREDIBLE. I don't understand how you can show so much emotion on screen with a camera crew and everything. Whenever I see/hear 'I'll Cover You Reprise' I WILL sob. no exceptions. I remember the first time I saw the movie, i was totally in awe of how beautifully you performed it just so emotionally. You are definitely amazing and you'd be the reason if I ever started watching law and order!

WILSON: you were by far the funniest and saddest part of the movie. You cracked me up with all your lines and how hilariously you delivered all of them. With the serious lines, I was still in awe by how perfect you could make them! I love listening to the obc soundtrack and then the movie soundtrack and hearing how different everyone sounda and you have so much vocal talent and i LOVE listening to your voice.. even if its not how you naturally sing. i think you portrayed the character of angel so so well with the little bursts of energy and fun just when everyonme needed it most. you're fantastic!

ANTHONY: What can i even say about you? I am utterly in love with you! you have one of the best voices i've ever heard and i love love LOVE watching you in the movie. "hey guys all our shit's back" you have so many funny lines and you deliver them so well! your voice is amazing and i absolutely love listening to you whether it be movie or obc soundtrack. and the movie would not be half as amazing as it is without your dancing that could be so funny (at the end of la vie boheme) and yet so good (tango: maureen). you continue to amaze me every time i listen to the soundtrack or see it and im just so happy that i'll always be able to see it for the rest of my life.

IDINA: you are my idol. if i had to be like one person in this world it would be you. Everything about you amazes me. From Rent to Wild Party to Wicked to See What I Wanna See to EVERYTHING. You have the most amazing voice I've ever heard in my life. The other day someone asked me if I'd ever heard of you and I responded with 'Have I heard of god?' Because thats truly what you are. You amazed me with Wicked (not that I ever got to see you in it) but I still just have a hard time believing that you're a person just like everyone. I WILL meet you one day and you'll know it's me by the tears streaming down my face at seeing you in person. Right.. about you in RENT. you were so perfect with an amazing portrayal of Maureen. You're singing is impossible to describe and my dream is to grow up and play Maureen in Rent. You've inspired me so muich in life to always keep singing because it's what I love to do. You are utterly (get it cows... moo...maureen? myabe not) perfect. Never stop singing or the world will end. I can't wait to meet you!

The entire cast was unbelievable. I LOVE YOU!
A RENT-head,
Alison

Its so sad that the blog is done for now.. Wow, I've been so close to crying lately just because I havent seen Rent in almost three weeks, it will be three on Monday. Thank you guys so much for letting the fans be a part of everything. You all rock.

~J~

This is freaking depressing.

But I'm glad this blog was every up...It's an amazing thing to be able to write to directly to the artists of a project you appreciate and love so much. As of late, my speakers have been broken, so I couldn't hear the blogs and haven't written a comment in way too long. But I'm glad they decided to start working for this last amazing blog.

Adam- I know you probably had a hard time having to put up with all the heart-throb stuff, but you seem to handle it beauifully. Your voice is so awesome and intense. I really enjoy your acting as well. I never knew much about Rent before this movie, but I actually thought you were good in School of Rock! I was like "hmm..that guy is awesome, and he actually can sing incredibly". So yeah, wonderful job.

Anthony- You're so adorable in every way! You are absolutely wonderful and such a blessing to so many out there...such a great role model, and such a wonderful talent. My boss worked with you in some movie..can't remember...will ferall and ed harris..Winters Passing? She said you were really sweet and adopted the cat off set..haha. I love you, you're amazing.

Taye- Wow, you're such a beautiful man...inside and out. You're jammed full of talent, you seem really nice and hilarious...what more could anybody need? You were wonderful in this movie, and I know it was probably sad to have to be the bad guy who doesn't get to dance on the table...but we all love you SO much and you did a spectacular job.

Jesse- You freaking RULE. You make me cry. You make me laugh. You can sing, dance, act, wow. Your performance is so genuine and beautiful...you play the part with such love, and you just make me terribly happy in general. I love you.

Wilson- HOLY CRAP, you're AWE-STRKING! You don't act...you BECOME. Your performance completely blew me away, and inspired me in so many ways. Your character is amazing in itself, and you just owned it like no other. I love you...spectacular.

Rosario- You were MARVELOUS!! You really put everthing into this performance! You have such a large spectrum of emotions you have to go through, and you did it so naturally and beautifully. One moment you were pretty much giving everybody in the theatre a lapy dance (a good one at that), the next you were twirling in the street happy, then buying drugs, shaking in the bathroom (yeah, make me BAWL why don't you??), and dying. Yeah, wow. You go girl, you rock.

Idina- Okay, I feel like a total a loser...because I read things like "I was a fan of Idina Menzel before Rent became a movie"...and I kinda knew who you were...vaugley..but had I known you were an absolutely stunning talent, I SWEAR...AHHH! So sure, I jumped on the Idina band wagon, but that doesn't mean I appreciate your talent and amazing-ness any less. You blew me away, because when I watched your blogs, you seemed so sweet and humble...and they you played this manipulative, self-absorbed, skanky bisexual...the transformation just amazed me. You have one of the most unique and outstanding voices I've ever heard, and yes, I'm in love with you. Sorry.

TRACIE FREAKING THOMS- I ADORE YOU WITH EVERY OUNCE OF MYSELF!!! You light up the screen, and whenever you're in a shot, you captivate me and everybody else. You are horribly talented in EVERY WAY. How do you live with yourself having that much talent? And you're so incredibly humble and sweet about it all. That just doesn't make sense, love. You're sickeningly beautiful, and your voice literally DESTROYS me. Seriously..I don't know how I haven't just crumpled into an amazed head. Your performance slaughtered me, when you cry, I cry 1000000x harder. You really made me believe you were in love with Maureen and that the break up was really hard for you. I could go on for hours and hours and pages and pages about you and your performance and talent and over all ROCK-NESS...but this comment is massive anyways. I love you soooooo much and will be watching you and your upcoming projects closely. Thanks so much for being an angel. Marry me?

Thanks everybody so much for making this amazing project...I have never been blessed to see the stage play, but I'm glad you've spread the story to millions of people...and I love you all for it.

La Vie BohEmma
Kew Gardens, NY

i suppose this means it's time to return to actual reality... a world where there isn't the existence of RENT every moment... yes?

pfft.

or, i could just duitfully wait for the release of the DVD and go see you guys in theaters every day... :p

Merry Christmas, and thanks for everything.

*hugs*

omg, this is quite the depressing news. relating to tracie, i look at the blog everyday while i check my email, etc. its kinda been habitual for me. so now i like cant come here anybody to see if it updats. wahhh =[ aahh rent blog = basically my life. rent = my LIFE & so much more...<333

Wow This is really sad
For the past few months I would go to the website everyday and see the new updates and watch the videos and sometimes comment.

I love the movie and thank you Chris and the Production Crew, Idina, Tracie, Anthony, Adam, Jesse, Wilson, Taye, and Rosario for an amazing movie.

Hope that nothing but success comes your way

Faithful RENThead
Rachel

I can't believe this is over. I'm going to miss this blog. Through this, I felt so connected with the cast.

Thank you for making this all happen.

I hate that it's over! I feel like it has made everyone feel a lot more connected with the movie and actors. This is just an incredible story, and I love that we get to follow all stages of the production. I've enjoyed hearing from everyone and I will miss seeing the updates! So sad!

Though it's been said in the previous comments, thank you guys so much. Unfortunately, I've never seen the stage production, but the movie was amazing and evoked so many emotions in me- after it ended my friend Amy and I just kind of had to sit there for a minute, in tears, and let it all soak in before we went home. I don't know what else to say, I'm speechless. I'd just like to say thank you and a very good job to all of you.

Happy Chrismahannnukwanztice to everyone! :)

Love,
Sara

PS. Anthony- Can't wait for your book to come out! :)

I just want to say one more thing to the cast. I think you guys are all amazing and this movie would not have been as awesome as it was without all of you in it. You each contributed something great to the quality of this film. This film has changed my life forever and I just want to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of you. I idolize each and every one of you. I will miss these blogs so much. Once again thank you!
Much Love,
Kelsey

"No day but today"

awwww i cant believe they are endinggg...these blogs are sooo amazing...i guess i will have to do my homework instead of checking the blog every 10 minutes...wow the movie was beyond amazing. all your voices have grown so much in the past 10 years. as for Tracie and Rosario, you guys were so amazing and i loved all your energy and love in the blogs. Adam, Anthony, Idina, Wilson, Jesse, Rosario, Taye, Tracie and Chris you are all so amazing and i cant thank you all enough. its so awesome to be able to connect with all of you through this blog.

and happy holidays to everyone!

xoxo,
allie <3

I just discovered this blog a little while ago but I've been hooked ever since. I honestly admire every single person who helped make Rent a reality and I'm super sad to see this blog end! The movie truly inspired me and the music is amazing (probably why I'm listening to it right now!) but I just want to say thank YOU for providing this blog for crazy Rent fans to express their gratitude for all this. Rent rocks!
~Kaylee
NO DAY BUT TODAY!

A proper response to all of your "thank you's" should be "you're welcome." However, I and all the RENTheads out there can't begin to thank each of you enough to bringing this musical to the screen - and soon enough to our homes. Thank you for putting your mark on musical history. The DVD and soundtrack (as well as the OBC) will always be in my media collection.

Can't wait to see each of you in future performances - TV, movie and hopefully more stage!

I don't know what I'm going to do without the blog and the thanks should be going out to you guys!

THANK YOU Anthony,Tracie,Idina,Taye,Wilson,Adam,Rosario,Jesse,Chris and most importantly Jonathan Larson and his family,Rent wouldn't be the same if each and everyone of you weren't involved with it in some way.

I can't wait until the DVD comes out!!

NO DAY BUT TODAY.

Love,
Ashton

I have to say, that every one of you that was involved were amazing. That's not just to cast, it's to everyone, crew included. In reality, I am nothing but a techie that fell in love with acting. I'm glad that you are all proud of what you've done, we're proud of you too. It was an amazing movie, and we can't thank YOU enough for doing it. You'll never know how much it means to us all. It's phenomenal. Thank you, 100 times over.
It was great to watch you all on screen. You can see how you all love it. I understand acting, really. I can see that this is what makes you happy. I'm glad you've had the experience and shared it with all of us.It's been fun, we'll miss the correspondence. If you ever lose yourself in something, remember this:
You were meant for the stage.
-Much love-
Mac

Rosario,

You have been so excited about this project from the very beginning, and you have always been so nice to the fans! It was so cute to see how supportive your mom is when she came to Bryant Park and the midnight showing at the Ziegfeld.

You're an amazing actress, and you brought so much to the role of Mimi--the perfect combination of raw, yet vulnerable, strong, yet sensitive. Anyway, the point of my rambling is that I'm so glad that you got the role, and I'm thankful for your contribution to this blog!

Good luck in all of your future projects!!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

The chances of this being seen by the cast and crew are slim, and yet I feel the need to post it. I would like to say I appreciate the hard work that you all put into this movie, it came through on the screen, and this is my favorite movie/musical. My all time favorite musical is Wicked and I'm pretty sure it's because Miss Idina was in it. When I found out that "Elphie" was in RENT and not going to be green I was drawn to the movie and the whole lot of you sucked me into and now I'm pretty sure I can be considered a Renthead! (yay me!)

Thank you for reaching out to us, thank you for staying true and keep Mr. Jonathon Larson's dream and vision alive, and thank you for all yoru hard work and dedication. Much love, continued success, and happy holidays to you all!

Love,
Alexandra

Taye,

You have always been so gracious to the fans, not only through this blog, but in public appearances as well like at the Today Show, Bryant Park, and outside the theater at "A Soldier's Play."

You were so wonderful as Benny. Although you did not have much screen time, you definitely left an impression. You showed a softer side of Benny that was comforting to see. Thank you so much for your contribution to this blog!

Good luck in all of your future projects!!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

Wilson,

Thank you so much for your contribution to this blog and for coining the term "true believers" because that's what we are! You have been so dedicated to the fans and to your role as Angel.

I never got to see you on Broadway, so it was such a gift to be able to see all of you in the roles that you created. You acting in "Without You" makes me cry every time I watch the movie, and I just can't get enough of your portrayal. Thanks again for everything.

Good luck in all of your future projects!!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

All I can say is THANK YOU!

I adore this site, this movie, and this cast. I'm so glad that this was available to us and wish it would never end!!!!

THANK YOU!!!

Jesse,

I absolutely loved your portrayal of Collins. You brought such a fun-loving aspect to Collins that I just don't see everyday in the broadway production.

You are so wonderful in Law & Order, and it was great of you to ask for time off in order to put your all into this film. You have such an amazing voice that you showed off brilliantly in the Broadway production, the film, and in live performances such as the Today Show. Thank you so much for your contribution to this blog!

Good luck with all of your future projects!!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

ok.. sorry for this but WHOA.. I am a freak and have been reading through peoples touching thank you's, and saw that Wilson is doing 3 new movies and has his own blog outside of here? Can someone fill me in because google isn't helping.

Thanks!

*No Day but Today*
Lots of Love from Augusta Maine
-Steph

I, too, have been coming to the blog for while but have never posted. It's been great to see the clips and comments from the cast and fellow Rentheads. I've seen the show many times and waited eagerly for the movie's release.

A big thank you to the cast and crew of the film. It certainly holds true to the show (although I miss Christmas Bells and the singing answering machines) and maintains the integrity of the piece. It's a joy to know that the original cast + Tracie and Rosario are now preserved on film for us and for the many people who did not or will not get to see a live performance. Thanks, Chris, for your vision and commitment.

What a testament to the age that we live in, the end of the millenium! We can voice our opinion, express our thanks, and join with others who appreciate this artwork and instantly share with others in this fantastic cyberland!

So I raise a glass (you bet your ass) to all of you and to all of us! Thanks to all and to the lovely, brilliant spirit of Jonathan Larson. Viva La Vie Boheme!

Idina,

Thanks so much for contributing to this blog! This direct connection with you guys has meant so much and is something I will never forget.

On another note, your portrayal of Maureen is so brilliant--you bring such spunk that is wonderful to see. You are such a talented performer. I was fortunate enough to see you in "Wicked" and in "See What I Wanna See," and it just shows how versatile you are that you can play such different characters. I know you'll be doing many more great things in the future, and I'll be looking forward to seeing them.

Good luck in all of your future projects!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

I can't believe the blog is coming to an end. I just want to say thank you for everything. love you all. best of luck.
Tori

Adam,

I am so grateful for this blog because it allowed us, the fans, to see sides of you guys that we normally wouldn't see. For example, the only characters that I have seen you play(Radames and Roger) have been very serious characters, but you, Adam, are one funny guy! Some of your video posts had me hysterrical laughing.

Your portrayal of Roger was so moving, and I'm so glad that it will be captured on DVD soon so that I can watch it again and again. Thank you for your contribution to this blog!

Good luck in all of your future projects!!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

awwwwwww, this is sad ::wipes tears::, i just wanted to say to the whole cast that you all are amazingly talented and i loved the film more than i could of ever have imagined. I found the blogs a little later than most but am going to miss them just as much. So as a 'good bye' i will leave these messages,
Anthony, you are truely inspirational and its a true gift to the fans to have someone in a movie connect with them as much as you did. We were truely spoiled, and i can not wait for your book to be released.
Adam, wow, your voice just blows me away, you're the one and only Roger. In a show, movie, or solo, your talent is just phenominal.
Jesse - hehe, i am your new number 1 fan, your performance was nothing short of amazing and your smile is infectious, i cant help but smile too.
Rosario - you rocked!!! you were truely wonderful and are so so talented.
Wilson - ok, you can sing higher notes than I can, which as a female is slightly worrying, but your so awesome so its all good. Your portrayal of Angel is fantastic, no one could be better.
Idina - you're transformation into Maureen is great and your voice is beautiful.
Taye - i wish i could have seen you more in the movie, but you rocked being the 'bad guy'. Sing more :-)
Tracie - awwwww, your too adorable, im so excited for you to have this wish/dream come true for you. You're so talented and you did so so great in the movie.
Chris C. - THANK YOU for making this movie and sharing it with the world. No words can describe just how amazing it was.

Thank you.

Anthony,

Where do I start? You have been the glue to hold this project together. You have been the most connected to the fans, and the most dedicated to updating us about every new development in the production of the film. You were present at every public appearance and were more than gracious to all of us who came to see you.

It is very visible in your blog entries and in public appearances that RENT, whether it be the your part in the Broadway production or the film, has been and will always such an important part of your life, and you always have done your best to share it with the world.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for being our ambassador and for making sure our views and opinions were heard and honored. I will always be grateful to you for providing this once in a lifetime experience for us, the fans, to feel like we were actually part of the production process!

Good luck with your book and hopefully a production of "Feeling Electric" which was absolutely moving. I'll be sure to support you in all of your future projects!

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

GOODBYE LOVE
ok...i've already posted...but I came home from school today (well from seeing brokeback mountain after school...) and I went on the computer, and went to this site before realizing...ITS ALL OVER:(:(:(...there's no new blog for me to watch! NOOOOOoooo!!! I love you all...and it made me cry to know these blogs r over!
Wilson-YOU ARE AMAZING...honestly Angel is the best character in Rent and you portray her PERFECTLY!!! the snence where you break off the lock is one of my favorites...its hilarious!!! You are sooo sweet, and thank you for being AWESOME! I AM A TRUE BELIEVER!!!!!!!

TRACIE-YOU ARE AWESOME...you are so passionate...the RENTHEAD who's in the movie! You're as excited as I would be if I were cast...I love it! You're voice is amazing and you did awesome!

Jesse-you are so sweet. You're smile is so genuine and you make me so happy. You have the best voice EVER...I'll cover you reprise gives me chills every time I hear it...your voice is amazing and the emotion is so aparent, its beautiful.

Anthony-You're amazing. You basically ARE rent. You've put sooo much into this play/movie and you really care. Thank you for everything. Thank you for putting your heart and soul into Mark because he's such a complex, yet HILAROUS character. He keeps the whole group together.

Taye-you're gorgeous, you're hilarous...what more is there to say? Really thank you for being awesome, for being in Rent and I love your voice...I wish you had another song. That woulda been sweet!

Rosario-I'll admit when I heard you were cast I was worried, but YOU WERE PERFECT. I like you SOOOO MUUCHHH BETTER than vega. I love your voice its so sweet. You are gorgeous and you made Mimi one of my favorite characters. THANK YOU...YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

IDINA-I LOVED LOVED LOVED YOU IN WICKED AND I LOVE YOU IN RENT! You are in my two favorite plays ever...which makes you basically the coolest person ever. Can I have your life? hahaha. You are HILARIOUS as Maureen and you VOICE IS AMAZING. You are amazing!!!

ADAM-MARRY ME? Just kidding! I love Roger and I love you. One Song Glory is absolutely my FAVORITE song ever. It's beautiful and sooo heartfelt and amazing. You are awesome.

ok i'm done...for real now...this is probably the last time i'm ever going to post...tear tear!
hey i think the blogs should be on the special features of the movie...anyone else agree?? i love them so much...lol i'm a dork.
I'm seeing RENT tonight...for the 6th time...YAY!!!!!!
i can't believe this is goodbye!

luv, AMANDA

Wow, what else can I say? I've been visiting this site multiple times a day, everyday for months and now it's time to turn my back on it forever. I feel like it's the last day of school and I'm graduating and leaving my childhood and all my friends behind me in the dust. I'm actually getting quite emotional about this; I can't believe this great ride is coming to an end so suddenly. I can't help but blame the Golden Globes for this great ride coming to an end so quickly! Let's hope the Academy Awards breathes life back into this brilliant film so we can keep this blog alive. Thanks for everything Chris and Co., this has been such a wonderful time of my life and I can't wait to own the DVD! Man oh man...I can't believe this is it...I don't wanna walk away and say goodbye......

Thank you so much for the blog. I have been visting it everyday. Ilooked forward to seeing what new things were posted on it everyday. I will miss it.

Thank you for taking the time to give us your thoughts and comments on the film. I really felt like I was a part of the process. It says a lot about you and the fact that you care about what the fans think.

The movie is wonderful and all of my friends can stop talking about it.

You are a truly talented group of people and I wish you all the best.
Thanks again. No Day But Today!

Tracie,

Let me just start out by saying that you are awesome! At the very beginning when I found out that the whole original cast was going to be in this movie, minus 2, I was a little disappointed. I mean, I had never seen the original cast on Broadway, so I thought this would be my chance. However, that disappointment did not last very long at all. From your very first blog entry "How the Hell I Got Here", I knew that this was right, and then once I heard your amazing voice, I was blown away!

It is also very cool that you read these comments. It makes me happy to know that you know how wonderful we think you are. I've said this before, but you are every RENThead's dream come true--you truly are one of us! My sister and I had the fortunate experience of sitting next to you and Anthony at the midnight showing at the Ziegfeld, and you seemed just as excited to be there as all of us were to see you. I will never forget that experience, and I will never forget how unbelievably gracious you have been to all of the fans!

My only request for you is that you have to be in plenty more projects, so that I can see more of your amazing talent! Good luck with all of your future projects.

Love,
Jenn
Bronx, NY

Wow. I saw the movies in theaters and it's amazing!! It made me cry, and laugh, and it was just amazing. Me and my mom both agreed we would pay to see it again. We probably will see it again soon. I could watch it a million times in a row and not get sick of it. Great job!! I can't wait till the DVD release! God Bless!

It's so sad that the blogs are ending. I'm a rent virgin and saw the movie in theatres and fell in love with and the blogs made me love it that much more!!

Can't wait for the DVD :D

Like Krissa W., I too have been visiting the blogs for a while now, but never posted anything...so I'm kinda bummed I didn't post sooner, especially now that this is the last blog.

I was introduced to Rent back in 1999 when my brother and I saw it on Broadway (Wilson was there), and I have to admit...at first, I had no desire to see it whatsoever. For one, I didn't know that much about it. The only musicals I knew of at the time were the typical Grease, Annie Get Your Gun, CATS, etc. But my brother convinced me to go and I'm SO glad that I went. I've been in love with it ever since and now that the movie is out, it has become my absolute favorite. I swear I could see it over and over - 525,600 times in fact. ;)

I bought the soundtrack a few weeks ago. I bought both of them actually - the one of just clips from the movie and the full soundtrack. One is in my car and the other is in my cd player in my living room.

I've always aspired to work in theatre or anywhere as an actress, but I'm a simple gal from a small town and never really tried to pursue it to more than just little high school productions.

Now, I'm a 27 year old married woman with 2 small kids, but that dream is still there. This movie - especially Idina's and Rosario's performances - have really inspired me to try to make my dream a reality. I suppose anything is possible.

Ever since the movie, I've been "Googling" Idina's career and I've just been fascinated by her amazing talent. She is so grounded and is truly devoted to her fans, as is the rest of the cast.

So I just wanted to say thank you to the cast for inspiring us all to achieve our dreams and to live everyday to our fullest. You're the best and I wish you all luck in your future endeavors. I hope to see you all - or some - on Broadway again in the near future.

Thanks to the cast and Chris for taking the time to read our posts. It meant a lot. The movie was great and I can't wait for the DVD!! Oh, and since is my last post, I have to give a big mmmmmmuah to Adammm! God you're sexy!!

Peace, Love, Soul
Carmen

O gosh I can't beleive its gonna be over! Ahhhh I check this everyday! I'm sure I'll still come here and watch the archives! I wanna say thank you also to all of you! you are all amazing, and you have inspired me so much! I listen to the soundtrack everyday when I come home and it makes my day, it wakes me up in the morning and starts my day! thank you sooo much!
I cannot wait for the DVD release, its been amazing!
Great job and thanks again!

love,
Kalli

to sound kind of cliche' and unworthy of repeating these words, but what else could be better to say goodbye than quotes from the production we're all connected by...

What was it about that Night?
Connection in an isolating age...
It was GOOD for me, was it GOOD for you!?!
(i changed it)
Just tighten those shoulders
DON'T LET GO OR YOU MAY DROWN
Goodbye Love
It's Over... No day but today!!

Ok I don't undetstand how this happened but my VERY long blog comment was not posted. SO I am going to start again.

I can't believe the blogs are over. This has been a huge part of my life and I am going to miss it so much.

Wilson~ I love you so much. you are my ANGEL and i love you so much. i love angel anyway but you made her so much more loveable. angel is my favorite character and i love her so much moe when i see you in her shoes. You are the most talented person ever and i cant wait to see what else you have in store for us. because i love you and this will be the last time i ever get to post anything that you could read......please marry me! I love you so much and want you to know that i always will.

Jesse~You are so talented and I think you should do more with your voice (although I know you have Law and Order). Keep up the good work. You rock!

Tracie~ I know how you feel. I spend so much time here and I am so sad that it's over. I love you and you are so talented. Hope you do more!

Idina~ I listen to you all the time on WICKED and you are so inspiring. You are such a wonderful role model. Let me know what else you do (on your website). Love you tons!

Taye~ I will miss your adorable little jokes and your gorgeous voice. You taught me to love Benny just because you play him. Love you! (ps you and idina are adorable!!!)

Anthony~ you have been so great to us RENTheads and we are so glad that you are supportive of us loving it. You are a great Mark.

Adam~ YOU ARE ROGER...nuff said. Would you light my candle?

Rosario~ you are so freakin talented and i hope you do more with your voice. keep up everything! love you!

Chris~ the RENTheads owe everything to you. you made this movie possible and we all thank you for that.

and lastly....

Thank you Jonathan Larson!

I registered and am couting days till the DVD comes out.....please give us a date! I love you all to much for words!

With a thousand sweet kisses:

A hugmongous ginormous fan
and WILSON's true believer:

<3 Steph B.

FOREVER THANK YOU!! TRULY...

Much Love from the depths of a proof positive, true believing RENThead!!

another comment now that I've watched the video (several times...)

first of all, the random excited part of my comment: Wilson, LOVE THOSE GLASSES! lol

now to my point: it was SO wonderful to hear that most of you actually read all the comments! (well, minus the filtered ones lol) Anthony is right when he says that that this whole thing is unprecedented and it's even more unprecedented that not only do the fans get an (official) outlet for feedback but that the cast and director of the movie actually READ that feedback and take it into account.

So thank YOU!! Thank you all - Chris and the cast, for giving us this movie and making it such an experience. I really hope to hear more from you guys some time. And I'm EAGERLY AWAITING THE DVD!

<3 <3 <3

Love you guys!

I must say that this has been quite the experience for me as well. This movie has opened my eyes to many things and has given me hope throughout the hard times. The motto "No day but today" sticks with me all the time.

Cast, I just want to tell you how much I have enjoyed your work on this film and that you all should be very proud as I know you probably are. Each of you has an amazing talent and I truly hope you continue to do what you do. I also have to say that this blog has been one of the highlights to this movie. It was so nice of you guys to post videos and comments of how things were going from the beginning. I feel like I know all of you so well and that we are friends even though we have never met.

Good luck with all that awaits you in the future! I wish each of you happiness and nothing but good things. Thank you for this wonderful experience! You guys are AWESOME!

Much Love and God Bless,
Jennifer

My first and most likely going to be only comment.. but i wanted to say that after seeing the movie twice and re-finding the music.. you all are so great and i wish you luck in whatever you do in the future.. and rent has made a huge and forever lasting impact in my life.
Love you.

I saw the movies in the theaters and I absolutely loved it! It was amazing. It is my favorite movie of all time now... You all did a great and fabulous job!... Good luck with everything you do. I will go see the movie as many times as I can... and then buy it once it goes on sale...
Love,
Sarah Crowl

holy crap thats alot of comments anyway you all are great and also so inspireing to everyone that saw the movie it was very powerful thats awesome when a moive can touch a persons life thank you for doing what you love to do and doing it for the better. Tracie its ok if you want a new blog go to www.kemokids.com its a fun one well talk to you later.

Wow, so sad that this amazing blog is coming to an end. I've really enjoyed checking in on everything going on these past few months, now I'll have to find something else to do with my time :) To the cast of RENT, I truly cannot tell you how much you've changed my life, as well as those of others. One of my close friends has been battling an eating disorder for several years, and when she saw RENT with me the message you all presented onscreen inspired her to do her best to battle her disease. You are all so great, because it is more than apparent how much you care about the fans of this musical/movie and how much you thought about us when working on this project. Rest assured that we will all be there to support you all in whatever you choose to do next. NO DAY BUT TODAY
~RENTHEAD Sam

Wilson, you did so much more than right by us. I am now a true believer because of you.

To everyone in the cast, thank you all for an incredible experience. I've seen the film twice. I have already taken one friend with me to see it, and I am bringing another one next week. I bought the soundtrack, and I'm giving 3 more away for Christmas. I listen to the CD every day. I appreciate all of you so much. You have uplifted me beyond words with your performances. I wish I could put into words how I feel when I watch the film and hear the music. It's just pure joy.

Much love & blessings to you all.

To think i only found out about this site at the end of November. Then i spent countless numbers of hours going over the site, just trying to play catch up with the entire site! Now, its all over.... Since i wasn't able to see RENT on broadway, seeing it in the movie brought it to life for me. People thought i was obessed before. haha Now, it has pretty much taken over my life. Its funny because i do this ever night before i go to bed. When i realized it was over, i was so upset. Thank you to everyone who brought this to life not only for me but everyone else just like me. We thank you more then you could understand. RENT will always be in my heart, and i will still be singing the songs everyday. My phone will always play "Seasons of Love" as its ring tone, and i will always look at my life differently because of this.

Love Always,
Danielle

I wish I found this site when it first became available!!

I really loved the movie. I had been wanting to see the stage production for years, so I was excited about the movie coming out.

I can't thank the cast and Chris enough for taking the time to participate in these blogs, I've loved catching up on all of them.

I'm looking forward to the DVD!!

-- Jenny, 21
Kentucky

I hoped the blog would last at least until the italian release of the movie. But That's the sad reality of living in this country. The italian release has been delayed four months and I'm afraid it's because they "think they need" to record the italian version of the songs, which will probably lead me to wait for the dvd release to hear your wonderful original performances.
Of course If i'm not going to find some... well... other source to see it, I hope you'll understand that sometimes this is the only way to satisfy one curiosity! :) So, here, I'm sure the movie will be great anyway (though I'll cringe everytime I'll hear the rediculous italian translation of the songs... I just hope we'll have a double release like it was done with "Phantom of the Opera") and you've all been so wonderful to put up all this machine and taking the time to post, keep us updated and reading all of our entries and comments.
I've never been involved this much in a movie and I really can't wait to see it.

Take Care and Hope to see you all again soon!
V.

We'll miss the blogs! We *hope* there will be more projects from everyone in the near future... we will all be there to support you!

Taye - thank you. why is there laughing in the background? i wish this trip wouldn't have to end, but we eagerly watch the movie again and again... and wait for the DVD ;)

Anthony - we will forever cherish this connection that we have with the cast members. it makes the movie even more important to us and much more personal

Adam - come back to Broadway! haha, just kidding. We love the newest version of Roger, thanks for being so willing to connect with us. We loved the video clips! We are proud of the movie too, and of all of the cast members.

Rosario- welcome to the newest member. i loved that there has been a blog for such a long time, but i am sad it has to end. i'm sure we'll still be on here, looking at old posts... haha

Jesse L. Martin - I don't know what we would have done without these blogs, haha. Mondays & Wednesdays, this is where I came. we were so lucky as fans to be able to be deferred to for this movie.

Wilson - 'True Believers' the movie is out, and you definitely did right by us. we are so grateful that you guys care about our opinions too.

Idina - we are glad that Jonathon's message is getting out to the rest of the world. we hope that we inspired the cast and gave you the energy to be happy if you had a bad day.

Tracie - I know what you can do instad of the blog now... join broadwayworld.com now! that would be an amazing thing, becuase we don't want you to go away. we would love to continue to have contact with you!

Chris - thank you for taking this movie, and doing right by it. thank you for using the original cast, and thank you for keeping Jonathon's message.

<3 Joyce (Jkor)

This is my first post but I've been following the blog for a while and I'm so sad it's ending. I loved coming on to check for updates and I really loved the videos. I have seen the movie multiple times, I think it's amazing and everyone did a fantastic job. I guess I just wanted to thank Chris and the cast for the movie as well as an amazing blog. I can't wait for the DVD!

heyyyyyyy i saw rent three times and i am seeing it again today! i want to be in a movie someday, kind of like Rent, and singing movie. Please write back someone in rent.

LUV ya Emily

ps when the dvd comes out, is there gonna be extras, like bloopers or interviews?

hey guys!
thanks so much for doing all the interviews and writing comments here for us!! it's been so much fun! i love hearing wat u guys have to say about making the movie and playing the characters that we love so much! you guys are amazing! you're all so talented and you have made an incredible moive. thanks for everything, good luck on everything in the future, i'll keep looking out for your names and supporting you guys!
thanks again!
Brandy

What an amazing thing to be a part of- this blog was truly something special. It made the movie feel like a lot more than just a movie. Which is only right, because Rent is so much more than just a show. To the cast: I loved hearing from all of you so much. I hope you know how much it means to the fans that you take the time to reach out to us. Being able to meet up with you all at the Today show was such an amazing experience that I'll always remember. Good luck with everything you guys do in the future- I'll be cheering you on!... And so ends another Season of Love...

<3 Nikki

I find it truly inspiring that you guys are so dedicated to your fans, as so many filmmakers, or celebrities in general seem to get stray away from what is truly important. The spirit of Rent, and the passion you feel for it, is so clearly seen through your words and dedication. You guys come across very humble and appreciative, and that is very refreshing to see. Thank you so very much for such an incredible and life changing film and experience. After anxiously awaiting the release of the film after seeing the preview in the summer, I have to say that it exceeded far beyond all of my expectations and touched me in a way I never thought possible through film. Again, Thank you.

Im going to miss the blog. All of the cast and crew has been so great, and they did such a wounderful job on the film. All of the actors did amazing, exspecailly Tracie and Rosario. I was vey impressed, the film was fantastic. Im so greatful that the fans had this oppertunity to have some input and voice their opinions, it made RENT even more special. It was us baby who were the lucky ones!
Thank you so much!
Kristy

Hey guys,

Well if your still reading by the 400th comment, I want to say thank you! I'm a little sad that this has to end, but I just want to thank you all, the cast, the crew, and the Larson family for your amazing efforts on this project. You are all incredible, and I can't wait to follow everyone's work in the future. I would especially like to thank Anthony for his tremendous effort in sticking by the fans, it is definitly noticed and admired... thank you! I made my whole family go out and see Rent, even the ones that don't like theatre, and they LOVED it. My love for Rent goes past an obsession, and has become who I am. Rent has inspired me in a way like nothing else can, and for that I am thankful. HAPPY HOLIDAYS, NO DAY BUT TODAY!

Love,
Bella

THANK YOU JONATHAN LARSON, FOR THERE WOULD BE NO RENT PLAY NOR MOVIE IF IT WAS NOT FOR YOU, YOUR TALENTS HAVE FLOORED EVERYONE...

Oh my god this is so sad. I can't believe this is ending already. I have had so much fun putting my two cents in on this blog and I love all the videos and other comments. My love to the cast and crew, thank you, thank you, thank you for making such an amazing film that is sure to be loved by all for years to come. MoOoOoO!!!

xoxoxo Jillian

*~No Day But Today~*

Thank you! It's been an amazing journey to be aware and even to take part in the production of the movie! Unfortunately, the Rent movie is not in theaters anymore here in Quebec. I've had time to see it twice and I've introduced many of my friends to the rent experience. The renthead community will never extinguished nor grow old because it's so universal that everyone can relate to the story, the characters and the music. In 50 years, there will still be something to attract people to Rent. I'll never stop promoting the beauty and the authenticity of rent around me. So thank you for everything that you've done for us "the true believers"! And Thank you Jonathan Larson.

I LOVE EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU!!!! Just promise you'll do another blog when you guys do Aida, yeah?

I can't believe the blog is over!

Many of you said that this blog has been a great way for you to directly communicate with us, your fans. Well, the same goes for me. The reason that visiting this blog has been the highlight of my day for so long is because it's my only real connection to you. It's my way to really visit the inside of the fantastical Rent universe. I want to thank all of you for giving me that opportunity. I feel almost like I know you, and that brings so much joy into my life.

Thank you, I'll miss you, and I'll keep seeing the movie.

Worlds of love to all of you

~Serena~

THE MOVIE WAS GREAT!!!!

I wish that I had known about this site sooner and I hope that someday I am able to see the stage production. (I have been wanting to since it first opened.)

Okay, so this is my 1st post, but I just wanted to add my opinion before the blog is gone. I wish more movies had as much of a message as Rent does. I look forward to seeing more great work from all of you.

(And I must confess, that I especially look forward to work from Anthony...what a hottie.)

Good luck in future endeavors. :)Dawn

It's over??? NOOOO! haha... This is like insanely sad, I feel like crying! Anyway, you're all A M A Z I N G, and I absolutely adore you.. RENT was the most inspiring movie ever made. Love you all.

no this is really sad that the blog is closing, or at least until the dvd is released. it has become more or less a daily activity of hoping for new responses

anyways thanks so much for putting forth the time to really connect with your audience and i think its amazing and inspiring that throughout your busy lives while filming that you reach out to us rentheads

good luck with all future projects- rent was amazing i saw it twice and cried both times and i plan on seeing it again in theatres, and of course will buy the dvd as soon as it comes out

love, Jen
*no day but today*

Thanks so much for putting this site together and keeping it updated with everything going on.

It was so great to see RENT on film. It seems like just yesterday I was sleeping on "the line" waiting to see the show. I remember the days of "second-acting," listening to show from outside, and running my website dedicated to the show for four years.

RENT has a universal message and it's wonderful to see that it is now preserved on film for everyone to see.

Thank you Anthony, Adam, Taye, Idina and Jesse for helping me relive some of the greatest times of my theatregoing life.

Wishing you a very Happy & Healthy Holiday Season and New Year too (5, 4, 3, 2, 1).....

Love you guyz,

Jimbo
White Plains, NY

Thank YOU for the blog! You have brought all of us closer to the cast and the making of this amazing movie! It has been awsome really getting to know the people envoloved with the movie! I will miss the blog, and I can't wait for the DVD release!

YOu guys truly make up my life

thank you for every thing

and everyone you touched

Awwww I don't want it to end!! You guys are so incredible and inspiring. I'll miss the blog!

nooo!!I cant believe this is over! I love the blog so much!! I am such a rent fan and I am so sad to see the blog come to an end. If you guys are still reading.. after the 100's of comments that are already posted. thank you so much to all of the actors and actresses on rent!! I have never loved a movie more (or actor, Adam!!!!). I can't wait for the new updates!

Love,
Samantha

THANK YOU ALL FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL AND MEMORABLE MOVIE!!! This movie is by far one of my favorites now... I've seen it 5 times (probably would've seen it more if between thanksgiving and christmas I didn't have to go to school in the middle of nowhere) and every time I'm equally as excited as the first time. I'm going to miss checking this blog and actually getting a connection to the stars.
You all are so great and so wonderful and amazing...

and Tracie...if you'll miss it so much, maybe you should create your own blog! :) Then we can all keep in touch with you! :D

That goes for everyone! But, I know some don't have the time.

I'll truly miss checking this. YOU ALL ROCK SO MUCH!!!

-Amanda Holland

Oh... I don't even know where to begin. I've loved reading and watching these blogs every night. The movie was AMAZING! The soundtrack was AMAZING! I can't simply pour out all my thought and sound logical. Knowing that this will possibly be my last chance to tell you how much I loved everything you did with the show is heartbreaking. Through the blogs... I felt like I was acually part of the movie... and it's great to feel that way.

Rosario- I love it how you brought such life and spunk to Mimi. It made the whole movie that more raw and real... knowing that something like this could happen to anyone. I can't believe you're not an original cast.. you seemed like you've known Mimi all your life.

Anthony- You're awesome! I love watching your face in the movie... you always have the facial expressions that make the scene that much more interesting. I couldn't have imagined anyone else playing Mark for this movie. And you can rock and roll!

Adam- My all time favorite scene in the movie is "One Song Glory". I can't believe how much passion you put behind that song. Ever time I see a clip of you belting it out on the roof top... I ball my eyes out...I can't even explain how emotional it was. And you are the sexiest man alive!

Jesse- I love your voice. It's so deep and sultry (in a masculine way.. don't worry). Your scenes with Angel are beautiful in so many ways. Jonathan Larson would be so proud.

Wilson- Wow. I loved the way you potrayed Angel. She was so caring and giving.. yet full of life. It seemd like I knew her. And I wish I did know someone like her. She was such a key character in Rent... and it wouldn't have been possible without you.

Idina- You're my idol. I love Wicked! You have such talent and I look up to you in so many ways. Holy cow you have an awesome set of pipes! I love the way you play Maureen... and I have to join the bandwagon and say you have such awesome hair!

Tracey- You did all the RENTheads proud! We love you! You're so talented... in the movie theatre everyone sitting beside me was asking who you were during the movie because they thought you did such a great job! You have such a great career ahead of you and, boy, YOU CAN SING. :)

Taye- First i want to say I LOVE YOUR SOCKS. But seriously... I'm suprised you didn't go into a c"areer in music... you have such a lovely voice. "YOU'LL SEE BOYS"
I love it how you're always so calm cool and collected on the blogs. (if that makes sense) I can't wait to see what you do next.

Chris Columbus- You had high expectation to live up to... and I have to say it was a job well done. Congradulations on directing such a superb film.

Jonathan Larson was a genius.

I love you guys!!!!!

-Caitlin

I'm so sad! I wish I had been a part of this blog earlier. I've gotten pretty much caught up on it all...how amazing! You guys are fanatics like me!! I'm still promoting friends to anyone on my college campus and anyone who will(or tries not to) listen! I've never been so moved by a musical or movie in my life. Thanks for all of your posts. It's nice to know there are other people out there who know the real meaning of rent!!!

Idina, you are my idol. I loved you in wicked, and I love you in RENT. I've read so many interviews with you and articles about you and I respect you so much. There's a lot more I could say, but to put it all simply, THANK YOU for being a wonderful roll model to me and to everyone. You are a shining star.

And for the rest of the cast- I CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF YOU! I saw the movie 5 times, and I would've seen it more, but with finals it's been kind of tough. Your heart and soul was poured into every second of this movie. This movie is a lifestyle, not entertainment. Thank you for your hard work. You are all extremely blessed and talented.

Love to you all! Remember: LIVE IT UP! Today isn't a rehearsal for tomorrow.]

xoxo

well that stinks that this has to end but like all good things they have to end at some point.
I just wanted to let all of you know that this movie has literaly changed my life (i know that a lot of people have probably said that) but i used to look at things as "Oh well i just i can do that tomorrow," and "i don't have time for that right now" and just a lot of putting things off, caring what other people think and after seeing this movie (i was like 4 when it was live) i have been trying to change that i even now have let myself fall in love i have been a bad girlfriend since the start of my relationship and now i just realize that there really it NO DAY BUT TODAY, and i have just let myself be me!

thank you all so much for everything and all of the work you put into this i can't wait to see what's next for all of you HAPPY HOLIDAYS.

LUV,
MEL

I <3 you guys and think you are just amazing

Thanks so much to you guys for bringing Rent to life for the entire world to experience. And thank you for taking the time to connect to all of us. I'm gonna seriously miss this blog, but thanks for making Rent the movie such an amazing film to experience and for touching all your fans through this site.

Thank you so much for everything. You've been such an inspiration and thanks for reading the blogs! =] I guess it's a mutual thing because we obviously wouldn't be here without you all but you make it seem as if we've contributed to your work as well. Thanks for sharing Rent and spreading the wonderful messages and music it has to offer.

Much love and luck for the future!!! You are all amazing and talented people!!
<3 Amanda

I've seen the movie twic and i can't beleive thsi is ending. Thanks all of u in the cast for letting every RENTHEAD into the making of this great movie.love love five hundred twenty-five thousnd six hundred love its

Thank you guys so, so much for everything! It really means alot to all us crazy rentheads that you kept us updated every step of the way. No other movie cast would do all that for their fans and we all really appreciate it! The blogs have been so amazing and i'm sad to see them go! I will most definitley register to find out about the dvd. I know as much torture as it was for me to wait for the movie it will be twice as hard to wait for the dvd, but i'll try my best. I'll have to go see the movie another three times to hold me over!

Thanks Again
<3 u all,
Cara

My sister Dawn would always sing the songs around the house, so for Christmas last year she took me to go see the show at the Masonic Temple and I loved the songs and the show. And even though that cast did a wonderful job, I just wish I could have seen you all do it live. You were all amazing in the film. Chris Columbus did a wonderful job of being true to the vision of Rent. I have gone to see the movie once with friends and then once spontaneously alone. After that showing I ended up staying til the credits ended and everyone had left. I was hoping it would start back up again. It did, but I felt guilty and left. Blasted conscience! :) It won't be the last time I see it though that's for sure. Good luck in all of your futures! I know this is the start of something great for all of you. A great unforgettable chapter full of heart, passion, and a genuine mark on Hollywood's canvas. Thank you for giving me another reason to smile.

saw the film and loved it!
was a little worried as i saw the london show with anthony rapp and was worried that the film might not translate to film, i was wrong! What a wonderful job. the movie theatre was packed and people in the audience were singing along.
the performances were great and tracy tomms and rosario dawson looked like they had been there all along with the rest of the case from the beginning. I loved loved this film. Bravo!

Thank You to everyone who worked on the making of RENT. The movie was absolutely AMAZING. I told all of my friends from Fl to Ny to Ca to Nv and all the places in between to go and see it. (I traveled a lot as a kid)Most of them did and called and told me how GREAT it was. I think it is great that you took time out of your personal lives to read and do some blogging of your own. As a fan I want to say Thank You. I loved the Broadway show and the movie. I think there are so many RENTheads because in someway everyone can relate to the characters. Hope to see you all on the big screen or a stage in the future.

B

forgot to add this
chris colombus, you are a genius!

Dear Rent cast and crew,

This is my first time writing, but I have watched the blog since early production of the movie. My relationship with Rent has been a long and personal one, beginning with the first time I listened to the original cast recording (probably in 1996 when I was 18). It has been my favorite musical ever since, and I felt extraordinarily fortunate to have been able to see the show on broadway. To be honest, I sobbed the entire way through- not because of the content of the show (I knew it through and through from listening to it for so many years prior), but because I was just so damn happy to see all of those years culminated into the live action energy and magic. I didn't get to see the original cast, but it was still wonderful nonetheless. My behavior during the movie was not much different ;)

As far as the movie cast is concerned, I am so elated that most of the original cast signed on.

Anthony- you did not disappoint. Your charm is natural, as well as your connection to Mark.

Idina- Over the Moon is inspirational, no matter how many times you sing it :) Your voice was the one I admired most.

Wilson- you stunned me. I knew Angel was beautiful, animated, and disarming, but you took her to another level. You made her personality more real than I anticipated (if that makes any sense), and you make her explode with life.

Jesse- I don't really watch much primetime TV, so I'm only familiar with your work in Rent. You have gained a great fan in me, and your stellar performance in the movie solified Collins as my favorite Rent character.

Rosario- to me, there is no one who could better look the part of Mimi. You completely embodied her, and you gave her soul. Plus, you have a gorgeous body :)

Tracie- how awesome is it that a Rent fan got to star in the movie adaptation of Rent? Kudos to you and your great talent that put you there. I was most critical about the person who could fill Joanne's shoes, and you worked it, honey :) There is probably no one more deserving to play her than you.

Taye- you are just too cool. You're gorgeous, you have a beautiful voice, and you're a big pimp! I mean that in the utmost respect and admiration :)

Adam- like myself, I'm sure everyone feels a connection to all of the characters in Rent in small, different ways, but I relate to Roger the most. The way you play him so honestly and emotionally, when I watch you onscreen, I just can't stop crying ;) Aside from also being a "starving musician", I identify with Roger's fear, escapism, regret, and loss in love, and your portrayal of him is incredible. Your eyes are simply magnetic :)

Chris- I believe I speak for everyone here when I say that I cannot express my gratitude in getting the film off of the ground. I think you would have done Jonathan proud, as the film is phenomenal.

Thank you so much to everyone for lending (or perhaps leasing?) your talents and sticking with Rent to the end. Thanks for being so great, and thanks for the many years of music and inspiration. I admire each of you very much, and I can't wait to see you all in your future endeavors.

Love Always,
Dina

Oh :( The end of the blog and the movie hasn't even come out in Australia yet. Bummer.

BUT:

That's okay because you are all wonderful and it will come out in March and then I will say "YAY". Tracie- you are a cack up. Love to each and every one of you.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all and everyone in the entire world, ever. :)

Love,
Kathy

Dear Idina,
I have a lot of catching up to do because I just discovered you. Actually, in the summer of 2oo4 our family saw you in Wicked but I did not know who you were. I am from Houston and had never seen Rent. Wicked was incredible and my son now 17 was the fan who went out and bought the CD.
It was 112505 and my sister wanted the whole family to see a movie together. One tha would appeal to all ages 15 to 52. REnt was the choice. WEll, lets just suffice it to say that I can now recite the dialouge along with the cast as I continue to see the movie over and over. I will see it for the 7th time today. I dont know If I am a renthead as much as I am an Idina fan. Your voice is an inspiration and gift that we can all feel blessed to be able to listen to. I have now ordered your two CDS, the Depearte Houswives and Genius and Friends so I can begin to learn all our music. I have listened to you on line at your concerts and you are a riot. I look forward to seeing live one day. Good luck on your upcoming Album with WArner Brothers. I will be at the opening night of ASk the Dust and hope the Tollbooth is a success when released in Feb.

I've seen the movie four times, but have never been fortunate enough to see it on Broadway. Still, I've been listening to the soundtrack since I was six or seven years old when it first came out about ten years ago. I founded my entire political view point on it when I was pretty young.
RENT has truly changed me and my family. My sister got to go see it with my dad for her sixteenth birthday two years ago, and it's really what made her comfortable about coming out and being open about being a lesbian. She saw Maureen, Joanne, Collins, and Angel and how they were accepted by the other characters and realized that she didn't have to feel any shame about her sexuality. It's also what made my dad realize he could still love her wholly and unconditionally no matter what. Now my entire family is active in the gay community. My friends and I were even able to start a GSA (gay straight alliance) at my high school!
RENT has also made me terribly aware of HIV/AIDS. It seems like there isn't too much I can do to stop the disease unless I somehow manage to pass chemistry, go on to med school, and specialize in AIDS research. Since I tend to pass out at the sight of blood, I'm not seeing that as a good career path for me. But I think I want to be a social worker for people with AIDS. I always wear my support ribbon and my friends and I have been very active in spreading awareness at school.
RENT is by far the most kick-ass show with the best music in the entire WORLD (did I mention that I've never cried so hard in a theatre before?) but it's also really changed my life for the better. I mean, it's got me so involved with some of the issues it brings up, like helping the homeless and everything else.
The entire cast was AMAZING. I love them all to death. And this website is great! Keep it up, guys!

-Rachel the Renthead

Omg! your all amazing and i loved the movie.The music moved me and everyone was so amazing!Thankyou.
~No Day But Today~

That's very sad! I'm really going to miss the video blogs. I just saw RENT last night for the fifth time! Thanks to everyone for making this movie! Hopefully there will be more blogs when the DVD is released!! -Tera

It's really hard to break this blog-habit. I still come on and read stuff and watch old videos. lol. I'm such a loser.

Thank you to every single one of you. You are all amazing and I loved watching all of your videos and being involved in this way. I will miss checking the blog everday. You are all amazing and I wish you all nothing but luck in the future. And thank you for making such a wonderful and inspirational film. NO DAY BUT TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

wow, i cant believe that this has to end! every day i come home i wach this blogs and they are amazing! this movie has helped me threw the tuffest days of my life and i just wanna thank the cast for that!. all of you are amazing people and i wish all of you the best of luck with everything!. I guess when your life is total shit and you cant do anything thing to fix it, i can turn to this music and think of how all of you love and cared for one another in this movie , so thank you!. and last but not least.. to adam pascal! you are an amazing actor and an amzing singer! and i lovee you soo much and i hope to see you in more roles like this, cause only you can pull off that amazing sexy voice!. i love uu!

love always jaclyn

The first time i ever saw rent on broadway i fell in love with it. this first time i ever saw the movie i was in love with it, and im am now obsessed with it. I admire you all for what you have done to make this movie. You all have amazing talant and i think all of us rent heads would like a piece of it! haha. every 6:15 in the moring i have to get up,, i put on the c.d because your voices are the ones i need to here. thank you for letting us see these great video's of you all, it was nice to really see the real you and what you think of the film.Rent is one of the greates movies i have ever seen. When i saw the movie i think the first 5 min i heared seasons of love i started to ball, and from that moment on i couldnt stop i think everyone in the theater wouldnt stop starring at me, thinking that i had a problem! , but i didnt! haha. You all are amazing and wonderful actors and i hope you all are proud of your selfs , of what you have accomplished! And Adam i love you ! i have said this over over and over , and i dont care! you are a beautiful talented gorges man! i heart u!! . I heart all of you!. thanks for the great memories i will always cherish of Rent!. "no day but today"."measure your life in love".

It is difficult to say goodbye on this blog basically because I have read almost everyday all the messages from this site and have written several. The film has not been release yet in my country which makes the sadness even worst. I will have to wait until March next year. Thank you for giving us this gift of meeting all the characters (and the actors behind the characters) we are in love with and have a great sense of connection through the musical. Thank you for all the cast and Chris whom I think from all the things I have read on reviews did a great job. We all have made connections in this isolating age. No day but today. Peace and Love...

Wow, I almost can't believe that this is the last blog entry, at least for a while. I can't wait for the DVD to come out. This movie was incredible, it was everything that I had hoped it would be, and all of you are amazing in it. I hope that I get the opportunity to see all of you in future roles, whether in movies or on stage. Best of luck and thank you all so much.

To everyone who was involved in this movie, Thank You !! I absolutely love RENT and you guys did such an amazing job bringing it to us, the fans, on the big screen. I've seen it a few times now and am still planning on seeing it a few more. I still cry as soon as "Without You" comes on and continue to cry all the way to the end. I love when you watch a movie and feel like your being pulled in. Like you know every single one of the characters and you feel like you are right there with them. Rent did that for me and I'm sure alot of other people who watched it as well. So thank you for this amazing story and the amazing cast and to everyone else involved. I will always have a place in my heart for you guys.

Good Luck to every single one of you. I hope you will continue to amaze us with your talents in the future. God Bless !!

<3 Phyllis Downs <3

I knew there was going to be a last entry sometime and I can't believe that this is it. I'm going to miss it. I'm going to miss Tracie's entries because they made me laugh. So thank you, Tracie for putting a smile on my face before I went to bed (or while I was writing a paper or supposed to be studying). Thank you Anthony, Adam, Rosario, Jesse, Wilson, Tracie, Idina, and Taye for sharing this poject with us. You are all amazing and good luck with anything and everything that you do! THANK YOU!

IDINA!

Ok...I love what you did with your character. You gave her so many layers. You could have just made her fit the theatrical, self-absorbed stereotype, but there was just so much more. And even with Maureen's wandering eyes, I would find myself sympathizing with her.
There was this one moment when Joanne asks Maureen to sit outside the meeting for Mark's job offer, and with just a "Fine,Whatever" and that hurt you put in Maureen's eyes... my heart broke for the character. But in that moment, you brought out an aspect of this character that people can associate with. Everyone has felt unappreciated and asshamed of. But you also brought so much joy to the character. From Over the Moon's crash course into Maureen's eccentricities to the care-free Cat Suit with the potato chips. Whenever, I need to smile I just hear Maureen saying, "Moo with me" or I see her on the stairs saying, "Kiss Pookey." Naturalistic realism is so important to an audience. I am looking forward to seeing you interpret new characters in the future.

I would have done anything to have seen you perform in Wicked. I wish I would have been introduced to you all sooner. I have seen Rosario and your husband in films before. AND I can so clearly picture ANTHONY RAPP blowing raspberries on the window in Adventures in Babysitting :) But it just makes you realize how many talented people are out there that people have yet to recognize. It's amazing that Chris Columbus gave you guys the opportunity to reprise your roles and show your stuff. Risky, yet brilliant. It kept the story real. I admire that. AND I admire you. WHEN I break out into filmmaking, I'll be in touch. :)

I just wanted to thank the cast so much for the movie. I know it sounds a little silly, but I have seen this movie so many times (26)...not joking, that the workers at the local theater staring calling me "the Rent girl" and they even gave me a huge promotional poster of the movie as a "prize"...I couldn't believe it! One day I hope to get it autographed by the entire cast, but until then next to the RENT dvd that I will one day own, the poster is one of my most prized possessions. The movie means so much to me b/c it helped through a family tragedy and b/c it is so hopeful it has inspired me to volunteer with an agency helping people how have HIV/AIDS. Thanks so much again to Anthony, Adam, Idina, Rosario, Tracie, Taye, Wilson and Jesse and Chris! The movie is absolutly amazing and I'm going to keep going to see it.

In the infamous word of Darth Vader, Episode III:
"NOoooooooooooooooooooo!"

RENT rocks! Thanks Chris and cast. Loved it.

C

That was brilliant.

K, so I'm getting teary.... I just have to say that the movie is so amazing, and all of you should feel so proud. RENT changed my life, and the movie lived up to my expectations and more. I love you all, and I'll be watching for your next projects. Much love! *hugs*

I never really knew what rent was about until i saw the movie, my friend took me and i had a blast. I wasn't really into musicals until i saw this one. I can't get your songs outta my head,and I can't get enough of it! Thanks to the cast for making my life better. I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

-mish <3 forever

Hi everyone. First I want to thank all of you, not just the cast but everyone who had even the slightest role in getting this movie out there. It is beautiful and truly amazing. I can't see it enough times.

Now I'd like to tell my story about Rent. I'm 16 years old and HIV-postive. My parents both are too and I got it passed through blood in the womb; don't get any sick ideas people. I knew I had some disease, but I didnt really get how serious it was until I was 12 and we disucssed it in health class. Being told that you are going to die in 10-15 years is really scary, especially at that age. To make a long story short; I asked my parents and they said, yeah, as things were now, they and I were going to die eventually of it. . . perhaps longer than 10 years, but still unless a cure was found. . . there was nothing. I basically sunk really far into depression and was almost sucidal. I would probably be dead by now if my parents had not taken me to see a new play, Wicked. Well, Idina, you singing defying gravity was the best therapy I could ever ask for. I felt so lifted, that nothing was ever gonna bring me down! Begging my parents, they agreed to try and get tickets for that evenings show. We did, and it was just incredible.

I was still depressed though, not as severly, but still pretty bad. Defying Gravity has been played 150 times on my I-pod and I wanted more Idina music, hoping it would have the same effect. So, I got the Rent CD from the library, no idea what it was about, just seeing your name on the label, Idina. OMG, that music, from Tune-Up #1 to Finale just blew me so far away. These people were HIV+, but they were still living their lives and having a good life. I connected to Mimi most, cause she was closest to my age and the strongest beleiver in No Day but TODAY! I needed Rent, craved Rent, and spent my life savings on seeing it 10 times in two months. It was worth it. Each viewing was like the Wicked thearpy times about a million. I became stronger and just accepted everything. Its still kind of looming, but seeing how amazing Angel and Mimi and Roger and Collins all are and how fullfilledly they are living their lives just raised my spirts so high.

I've seen the play 24 times in a year. Its worth it everytime, best therapy out there. The movie is a way for me to feeling the same stuff, only for alot cheaper and a quarter of the travel time. You guys have basically saved me from being suicidal and I want to thank all of you so much, espeically you Idina for getting me into the stuff in the first place.

Thanks for reading this, I know it was kinda long, but I just wanted all of you to know how you've changed my life.
No Day But Today!
Lissie

I just got back from the theater -- and all I have to say is WOW. I couldn't see it sooner due to our new baby daughter born the day before RENT came out in theaters (yes, there IS something more important than RENT!) I'm glad I finally got to see it before they took it out of the theaters.

After seeing it 3 times on stage I have to say that the film version is definitely more emotional and stays true to the stage version. The music is the same, which is awesome (thank you!) but sounds horrible coming from the "state of the art" movie theater speakers. It's soooo much different in person with the live band. But the film version can show so much more that you can't see on stage, so there are trade-offs to each medium.

I loved it... best movie I've seen all year and I can't wait for the DVD release. Thank you all for this site and for bringing the movie to the big screen for everyone to see. Now I can't wait to get back to Broadway to see it again in person!

Moooooooooooooooooooooo!

I've never felt so attached to a movie before...I'm so obsessed! Sometime I wish I hadn't seen the movie, but then i think, I'm glad i saw it cause i love all your voices! and all your songs and i will never get sick of them i'll be writing again.
later! <3 MISH

OMG!! I LOVE ALL OF YOU!! You all made this movie such a powerfull, and funny as hell movie.. Thanks to each and everyone of you! <3

Mooooo!! LOL

Thanks , Lisa

Bravo!!!

Idina, Adam, Mark, Wilson, Jesse, Taye, Rosario and Tracie...thank you! Thank you for your brilliant performances and unsurpassed talent.

To Chris and the Larson family: Thank you for capturing the noisy, chilly, bloody, smoky, dirty, drizzly, filthy, busy attributes of New York...of real life...to Rent. It was truly beautifully done.

I hope to see you all on the red carpet at the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards!!

Peace and love to you all!! NDBT!!

Thank You to everyone who has put information on this site. As a fan, you have made me feel included through the entire movie making process. I looked forward to each and every entry. Thank you so much for making the movie so true to the material that all of us fans have loved for so many years.

Awww, I'm sad this is the last post! I really hope you guys make more when the DVD release gets closer, I'm going to miss seeing all your posts and videos. I love you guys all tons, and I love Rent so much. I really hope to see more blog posts in the future.
Much Love,
~Kenzie~

No, thank you! Sincerely, RENT has changed my life for the better and I have all of you to thank. Every person and every character in this production has given me something that will stay in my heart forever, making me grow as a human being. The talent, the message, and the effort has been so rewarding to us all, so no, thank you!
~xoxo~Shauna

This movie is amazing. I can not wait until it comes out on dvd! My friend and I have already made it a point to see it together for the 2nd time after.

The first time I watched this movie was with a friend who normally is not exposed to this type of subject matter. She's a relatively conservative person who perhaps had a comparatively narrow scope of thought concerning some of the issues that RENT brings up. However, after watching the movie, her perspective on all these things has been expanded and changed, all for the positive. For her to be able to see love, in all its entirety onscreen, with the different couples and situations, was incredibly valuable. I think she genuinely views such issues with a bigger heart now and understands more in general. Movies like this help take the ignorant out of each of us, little by little, day by day. Thank you so much for that. We both loved it, and for myself, it was truly a meaningful and often heartbreaking experience that I won't ever forget. "One Song Glory" got me through a lot - it's my favorite RENT song!

Thanks SO much for bringing this movie to the big screen, and your amazing voices and the beautiful music of Jonathan Larson to life. It will NOT be forgotten.

Well I agree with everyone when I say that the blog ending is a sad thing. Like Tracie I have included into my daily routine and so I guess the weening process has to begin. But before it does I want to say thank you to Chris for taking on this project. You did a great job and it, like the play, will always have a special place in my heart.

To the cast of RENT

You are all awesome!! Your preformances have touched me the same way they did back in 1996 when I first heard the soundtrack and saw the play.
Anthony, Adam, Idina, Rosario, Tracie, Taye, Wilson and Jesse I am one of your biggest fans and thank you once again for making this film. Tracie- I just wanted to let you know that now because of RENT you got a fan for everything else you are in!! All of you were wonderful and have made me a true believer
Thank you once again
Much love

I have to add my deep respect specifically for Chris to all of the "thank you's."

Chris, you took a chance using most of the original cast and God bless you for it. You saw that no one else could have properly conveyed this story as they could. You saw that it was only fitting that the original cast be the ones in the final preserved version of RENT.

Thank you for your vision, your faithfulness to Jonathan's legacy, for choosing Rosario and Tracie who were both phenominal, and for the priceless gift of RENT that will soon be in my library as it has been in my heart for years.

The True Believers numbers are growing thanks to you.

Much Love.

I'm going to wear myself silly checking this thing over and over again.
I'm just disappointed that I didn't find it sooner.
=(
Your newest RENThead,
Sally

I don't know if there's anything else to say than what has already been said. You have all meant so much to me over the past 7 or 8 years and this music/show/movie has become something that I will treasure forever. So I just want to say THANK YOU to Jonathan up in Heaven, Anthony, Adam, Jesse, Wilson, Taye, Idina, Rosario and Tracie, as well as Daphne and Fredi for bringing life to these characters. Especially to Anthony--there has never been another character I've felt more connected to in any sort of medium than Mark. I have to thank you all for giving me so much inspiration in my own work. I can't wait for your book and of course the DVD, and I hope to see you all for the anniversary show!

Just want to say thank you to all who were a part of this movie. Taye, Anthony, Adam, Rosario, Jesse, Wilson, Idina, Tracie, and Chris. You guys are awesome. This movie has heightened my love for this phenomenon of RENT and its message of love and life. When my father died this past year, I didn't know what to say during my eulogy for him at the funeral. Sure enough, I turn to RENT. RENT became my inspiration and basis of what I had to say and sure enough I quoted from "Seasons of Love". How do measure life...Measure in Love!" So thanks especially to Jonathan Larson wherever you are for sharing this inspirational montra...this moving philosophy and message about life and love. And thanks to you... the cast of RENT for your invigorating performance in both the musical and the movie. We will never forget you guys. Thanks for making us...the fans...a part of your family.

A little shout out to Tracie and Rosario, you guys make me laugh! whenever i'm bored i watch all the blogs that you're in and it just puts a big smile on my face like this --->:D<--- but bigger. I just wanted to say thank you!!! You guys have brought nothing but happiness in my life all i think about all day is rent and your wonderful songs. I'll be back. I must watch rent again!

Peace Out
<3 Mish

To date I have watched the RENT movie in theatres 10 times.... Im probably going again tonite, and at least one more time once I return home for christmas break. I don't know who reads this and who doesn't, but I just wanted to thank everyone involved in this project- the musical and the movie- for really changing my life. I know it sounds immature and cliche, but nothing has really impacted me like this before. At a time in my life where my future is still uncertain and unplanned ( i will be graduating from college in May, without much of a plan and a psychology degree that will get me nowhere haha), RENT reminded me that if I wait around forever to do the things I'm passionate about, that chance may never come. I've realized that I've probably wasted 4 years of a college education on things I'm not emotionally invested in- and that is a great thing for me to realize, because now that I have something reliable to fall back on, I can now continue to pursue the life of performing that I put on hold to focus on my studies in college. RENT helped me realize that my passion for performing isnt ridiculous no matter what my parents and others may think and that even if I never make it beyond the stages of community theatre, it will be worth it. For the last four years I've been driven entirely by grades, prestige, popularity, and the promise of making the big bucks in my future career. Now I realize that all life really is, is the people you surround yourself with and the passions you pursue- and one thing I've always had going for myself is amazing family and friends and a weird affinity for becoming obsessively impassioned about the things that matter to me. So thank you to Rosario and Adam (my absolute favorites), Idina, Tracie, Wilson, Jesse, Taye, Anthony, Chris Columbus and all of the people who worked on this movie or who have had any part on or off-stage in make the musical what it is. And most importantly... thank you Jonathan Larson for changing the face of theatre, and the lives of so so many people, and the Larson family for continuing to bring his work to everyone whom RENT is meant to impact.

love rent. but what is with the sound problems. first in new york. then live on stage here in portland. now at the movies too. went to different theater. still the music should be perfect. is not. but love it anyway. no day but today

when is the cast coming together again????????

Oh man...I saw RENT and then went and saw it again the next weekend! I'd never heard of it until I saw the preview for the movie and when I saw it, I almost had a seizure in the movie theater! I totally had to see it! I waited from July to November to see the movie and I fell in love with it. I listen to your soundtrack everyday! The movie touched and informed me in so many ways. Thank you so much for making this incredible movie! I am definitely now a RENThead (I don't quite know what that means but it sounded right!) The entire cast has inspired me even more to pursue my ambition of acting on stage and film! I love you all!

Thank you!

Alyssa

Words can't describe the emotion I feel from watching this movie, watching you all perform --- a huge thank you for all the love you've shown the fans on this blog.

RENT is no ordinary musical, no ordinary trend -- it is raw emotion and it has turned my life around.

A million thank you's to you all, I seriously cannot tell you what your performance means to me.

love kate :)

You all were soooooooo amazing. Thank you so much for bringing so much joy to my life. I've literally listened to the movie soundtrack EVERYDAY since I saw the movie opening night here in Chicago. Amazing... is all I have to say. And finally...

TRACIE - Your voice makes me want to take you home with me so I can listen to you sing live all the time. I'll even accompany you on the piano! I am one of your groupies. You've won me over. Hahaha! Thanks so much for being ... you!

Merry Christmas to everyone! No day but today...

I know that no one is going to read this one blog out of the 400 that there ar going to be, but i am truly sad that this was the last post...my eyes are watering..this journey can't end it's not possible..rent will live on in all of our hearts and memories forever..thank you so much Johnathan Larson..i hope we have done justice to your vision..God Bless every Rent Head and every single person that worked so hard to bring this wonderful inspiration to the screen..*tears* R.I.P Mr. Larson....Have a wonderful Christmas everyone...

I just wanted to say that I have had a blast lurking on these blogs. It really helped the time go by faster as I waited for the movie to be released. The movie is Fantastic! My best friend and I have each seen it 5 times so far. Can't wait for the DVD- especially the deleted scenes... I know you had to take out Goodbye Love but I really wanted to see that song in the movie. Anyway, I just want the cast to know that this movie has made me an even bigger fan of everyone (or a new fan in Tracie and Rosario's case). I will be looking forward to whatever you all do in the future.

Omg! What will be done without the blog? All of us will miss checking up on it a million times a day. The movie was amazing! I cried my eyes out. RENT is the most amazing thing, and it was done justice. All of you amazing, talented people, thank you for making RENT what it is

thank you everyone for doing this blog! it has meant everything to us rentheads around the world. you all did sooo amazing in the film, congratulations! i've seen it 3 times and plan on going back plenty more :) it's been so exciting; i've been obsessed with rent for about 3 years now and finally my friends have gotten to experience it as well. they loved it and all were so touched by the movie! you have made a difference in all our lives and thank you so much for allowing us to be involved in the process. jonathan must be so proud.

Im so sad the rent blogs are ending i loved them so much....... :(

The blogs would be a great feature on the DVD.

Just saying!

(Please, please include them. That would be amazing.)

Just watched it again.

Love you guys.

U guys did an amazing job in the movie!!...i cried every time. I saw it 5 times and its not out in theaters here anymore so i'm gonna have to wait till it comes out on dvd..I love u all adn i think ur awswome!!..great job

AHH almost 400 messages that's awesome!!! YAY! right now it says 398 but i bet that will change soon...just came here to see if anything new was posted...YES i still have my hopes up...

LOVE TO ALL
Khalehla

aww, this sucks. Thank you guy for putting the blogs up.it was alot of fun

Hey guys,
I commented before but I'm not sure it went through.
So, just incase, and since I really cannot thank you enough.
I'll say it all again.

Just, this movie, you have no idea how much you have inspired, and touched, ... it's indescribable. This is very hard to write because there is absolutely nothing I can say to fufill what you all deserve.

Just know that you have acted in such a way that I've seen myself in all of you, and I love all of you, ... Oh, I wish I could say something that would sound different than everyone else because I'm sure you've heard all this before.

Everyone tells me that I remind them of Angel, so Wilson, let me just say that you truely have helped me believe, and wow I'm going to cry (shush I'm not crazy, I'm just honest) and that I've learned a lot about love and just how to live life from you and everyone else involved in the movie.

You are all brilliant and you should be very proud of yourselves.

Ahh, there's nothing I can say to justify anything! I feel like I'm imploding with things I could say. There's just so much emotion invested in Rent, it's hard not to fall in and lose yourself, You know?

I love all of you, you are all beautiful, wonderful, incredible, inspiring people and I think of you everyday, I listen to your voices every day, and I only hope maybe someday I'll get to connect the voices to a face.

Love, Life, and Everything else,

Lila

P.S. Rosario and Tracie, thanks for screaming just a little louder for all of us Rentheads, you are both gorgeous and wonderfully talented. Thank you for lending me some of yourselves.

That last line goes for all of you.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! Can I say that enough? Honestly, no. I can't thank YOU enough, every time I take more and more friends to see the movie, they are AMAZED, as am I of course! But I knew it was going to be that amazing at the very least! Thank you so much, for reading all of this, and listening to us. And thank you so much for giving me and my friends something to connect over. I took everyone I could, and me and my friends are so different (I like broadway and they well, don't) But after seeing this movie, they can't stop singing Rent! And it was so amazing, to see my friends enjoying something that I absolutely adore beyond words! And my family! They always would be sick of me telling them, 'Oh, guess what was on the Rent blog today!' and 'Let me plug in my iPod, I wanna listen to Rent!' etc, but after they say the movie 'can we listen to Rent?' We have something to talk about! Can you believe it, MY family, singing Rent everywhere they go! It means so much to me. I guess I just had to say that. But thank you so much for everything. I've seen Rent over and over, and hopefully that last Sunday wasn't my last time in theaters. Oh, and Tracie, I'm thinking exactly what you are. What am I going to do when I get home? I must be weened. :P

Thank you so much. Much love and good luck on whatever's next.
-Morgan

Tracie, I totally understand what you are going through. Now I may be forced to actually *Gasp* Write my papers instead of sitting on here for HOURS.

To all you guys, thanks for making this movie so wonderful, and letting us RENTheads be a part of it.

I guess I must begin the weaning process....:(

I just have to say thank you to the cast and crew because this movie has gotten me through a very hard time. I am 19 years old and was just in a very bad car accident... everyone thought I was dead but I actually walked from the accident without a scratch on me. God must have been looking over me that nite. The only thing that kept me sane was seeing "RENT" over and over again with my family and friends. The message left me feeling like I had a purpose on this Earth and to live for today and not for tomorrow. I love you guys and the movie. Thank you for making my life so much better.

Much Love,
Missy

I'm new here but I saw the movie two weeks ago and found out there was a blog! Everybody was great and the singing... wow! I just can't simply describe it in words! This movie is absolutely inspirational, it made me actually want to do a musical in my school =P I immediately bought the soundtrack and I haven't stopped listening to it.

Idina - Not only are you beautiful but you have an incredible voice! I just loved watching you act and sing! I'll always remember your magnificent voice and I will always be your fan, no matter what! (Note to self: Must get Wicked soundtrack!) If you're not busy recording music or acting, come by Valley Stream in Long Island for a visit! We Long Islanders gotta stick together lol

Wilson- ANGEL IS MY HOMEGIRL! =P You made the character so loveable but at the beginning, I have to admit that I was a bit freaked out because she was so hyper! You became that character which is totally awesome =)

Jesse- I love you on Law and Order and I had no idea you had such an amazing voice. I love hearing you sing "I'll Cover You" with Wilson, so cute! The lyrics are so romantic!

Taye- I'm sorry, I wish I had a lot to say about you but sadly I didn't watch the play and the movie didn't exactly do justice for you! All I know is that you have an amazing voice as well and you make a great couple with Idina!

Adam- Your voice totally grabbed my attention when you were singing with Rosario in "Light My Candle"! My friends thought you were hot hehe I guess she likes the rocker type! Great job =)

Anthony- Gotta love that friggen camera! You were adorable in your role! I simply loved the part when you said "Mucho masturbation". That has got to be the two most amazing words ever! xD

Rosario- YOU ARE SO COOL! My god, "Out Tonight" is so awesome and for you being the newcomer, kudos to you! I grew up knowing you as Valerie from "Josie and the Pussycat Dolls" and Rent allowed me to see and hear your beautiful voice and your awesome dance moves.

Tracie- From all those videos that I watched, you seem like a funny and outgoing person! You are my favorite character in Rent with that beautiful, angelic, divine, alluring (I could go on forever actually but I should stop here) voice! I fell in love with you when you hit that high note in "Seasons of Love". I got goosebumps all over my body =D I envy your voice so much, wanna teach me how to hit that high note ^_^?

Chris- Two words. THANK YOU. If it weren't for you I would never know about this incredible play! Thank you for believing in the original cast and Tracie and Rosario!I wish I could meet you guys, that would be my only Christmas wish! By the way, Happy Holidays! Can't wait for the DVD to come out so I can watch it non-stop!

R.I.P. Johnathan Larson. We'll never forget you!

Thank you for all the time and effort that you guys have put in to making the movie EXCELLENT and keeping the blog updated! I came here late, but it's been fun reading and watching everything! Your movie really touched my heart by conveying what is truly important in life. THANK YOU!!!

~Megumi.

I just wanted to bid farewell to the wonderful cast of RENT.

I haven't posted here before, and it feels awkwards to be saying goodbyes like this.
But, oh well.

Anywho, wonderful job everyone; I have the OBC Recording, and love to sing along here and again. Of course, not at school..what with the Catholicism and all that shit getting in the way.

I'll miss reading all the posts and hearing the interviews and the rest that comes with a place like this.

Hope to see you in other flims, Anthony, and can't wait to flip my Wicked soundtrack on, Idina.

Yours,
Erin

hi! i just wanted to thank you all soo sooo sooo much for making such a wonderful movie! i fell in love with the musical after seeing it and of course bought the cd. i thought that the movie did a really wonderful job...and clarified the story....thank you sooooo much for doing it; you were all absolutely wonderful!! i wish i could meet you and congratulate you on your amazing performances! i saw the movie 2x in one week and i love it so much that im definitely planning to buy the dvd which says a lot (as i usually hate seeing movies more than once, voluntarily seeing rent two times in a week probably shocked people) but i just love RENT so much--seeing it the second time was just as poignant as the first---it just brings me such joy and emotion---i think the theme of living your life to the fullest is great as i have always tried to live my life like that--learning this lesson after my father died of cancer--so thank you for embodying that lesson so well--hearing the music (which i think is extraordinary) makes me so happy and i think its so unique in that it has sooo much emotion in it. rent is definitely my favorite musical by far as i think it is unique in that the theme and plot is so real. my favorite songs are definitely another day, ill cover you (i think you two did such a wonderful job with that in the movie--you seemed so happy, it was one of the most touching parts for me) and the finale of no day but today. so sorry this is so long but i am just in love with the plot and music and all of you and wanted to express my gratitude for the movie, music and your wonderful performances ( i think its soo cool that almost all of the original cast members were in the movie again...and i thought that tracie and rosario-you two were wonderful new additions :)...and a random side note is that i was watching "six degrees of separation" with my mom last nite and said omg mom! i think thats mark from rent!--you have such a distinct voice and i was really excited to recognize you (by the way i love that movie as well)---soooo anyways good luck to all of you in your future endeavors! im soo glad you all undertook this movie and made it soo amazing! I cant wait to buy the dvd :)
<3, sarah g :)
ps one more thing-i think its sooo cool that this blog was started and that you all made clips and have been reading this! sadly, i didnt discover it until tonight! thanks again :)

I've come a bit late to the blog, but I've watched all the video clips and I just have a few things to tell you all that I hope you'll get a chance to read because this movie, this musical and the whole cast means so much to me.

I am an original RentHead. I've been listening to it since my freshman year of high school, now almost ten years ago. Even back then it was one of the most original, brilliant and moving musicals I have ever heard. I converted all my friends (who, like me were all theatre people) to the great RENT phenomena. I did a little of every kind of theatre and drama related activity in school, but mostly I was stage crew, and I have to say, those moments in the theatre were my only good memories of high school. We all listened to RENT and sang Rent all day it was so great. Back then I always dreamed of playing Mimi because I loved her character and I loved Roger and the relationship they had and the songs they sang were so beautiful.

When I heard about the movie coming out, I was so excited, I couldn't wait to see it especially after I saw that most of the original cast was returning. It was like a dream come true for me, since I have never been able to see it live on stage (at least not yet).

I have so far, seen the movie 4 times in the theatre, and I laugh and I cry every single time. You guys have done an amazing job! The last time I saw it, I went with my last two remaining friends from High School Stage Crew, Kirstin and Damon. It was probably one of the most amazing memories I will have of us three together. When it came to Angel's funeral and Jessie gave his AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL performance of "I'll Cover You Reprise", we were all crying and holding hands. It was a really special moment when we realized how much we'd missed each other and how we would always be friends.

This movie reaffirmed our bonds and our friendship with each other. I can't thank you enough for the wonderful thing that you have all done. This musical has such an amazing story of love and friendship, the bonds between the characters are so real and vibrant, and so emotional, it is something that you don't see everyday, we need more stories like Rent because I think sometimes that the world has forgotten what real love and real friendship is all about. You guys brought that to life on that big screen and that is awesome and so poweful.

Not only have you all touched my heart, but you have been my inspiration to get back to what I truly love, the theatre. You have all reawakened my passion to live life and do with my life what I love most, art in all its forms. You;ve really inspired me to get my life together, because you never know when your time on this earth will be at an end, and I don't want to waste a single moment.

Like Mimi says, "I'm giving up my vices, and going back to school."

After a year at a local college I'm planning to transfer to NYU to continue to persue my artistic goals.

I want to thank you all again so much for what you're doing and for all the joy you've brought me and my friends over the years. I admire you all so much. There is so much more I wish I could find the words to express to you, but I think you get the idea. :)

Live, Laugh, Love,
Amanda

I keep coming to this site thinking that it will be updated. I guess I'll just have to remember that it won't be updated.

I have loved reading this BLOG! I will miss it!
NO DAY BUT TODAY!

Hey guys...we're gonna miss you:)
thanx a lot for everything...

Well, it does figure that I'd wait 'till all was said and done to finally write something; never done any blogging before. But I just wanted to let the cast/crew know that I truly love and appreciate the work and effort that went into creating this beautiful piece of art. Saw the film the week it opened w/ my best friend from high school (we'd gone to our 20 h.s. reunion just 2 days before). She was also the person who gifted me w/ tix to see the Broadway production several years ago. We laughed, we cried, we even clapped! It's a shame that some critics apparently have no eye for true art when they see it. None-the-less, this film and all the the things that lead up to it is wonderful and beautiful. Can't wait to get a sitter, so my wife & I can go together!
I look forward to applauding you fabulous cast members in your other endevors. Special shout out to Jesse: I've been a Law & Order fan since the series began years ago. I have to admit that I was a little skeptical when your character signed on. But you've more than shown us all what a wonderful actor you are and I've enjoyed your work on that show as well. Thank god for RENT! We finally get to see you SMILE!

Happy Holidays and good luck to all in the future,

Donella-Eliz.

it is my firm belief that SONY should since it knows the date the DVD is to be released should RESTART the clock and the blog 525,600 minutes from the release date(but I would have it so you can set it to your time zone its not fair for the rent heads in California (san fransico some of us were extras like myself)) I also would like to see HALLOWEEN (its says alot of jonathans thoughts to why he did it ) come back even if its bonus material

tonight is time # 4 for the movie and cant wait to see the play come back to SF
wonder what glitter free headed former MIMI is thinking now???

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!You guys always make me happy and brighten up my day.If some random kid came up to you then faint, that would probably be me. THANK YOU so much I can't thank you enough.
lotsa love
-mish <3

I'm a new Rent fan thanks to the movie and I have been completely taken over by the phenomenon that is RENT. I can't believe I went this long without having it in my life. I truly adore the movie and the soundtrack was the best money I have ever spent on anything. Thanks to the amazing cast, Jonathon and everyone else involved. No day but today!

Thank all of YOU for bringing this incredible story to the screen and making the transition from stage to screen such an amazing one. I will continue to share it with friends, and hopefully they will share it, and continue the circle of love. Best wishes to each of you in your future endeavors.

-XO
Cherie

just a quick note before i go to sleep. Once the site 'officially' goes down, what will happen to all the blogs? I'd hate to think that they'd be lost forever..especially the video ones. Oh rent people, help us out! I'm going to miss this more then anything in the world. Please fill the DVD with lots of goodies for us.

XOXO
melanie<3

I have a feeling this is going to be a long comment since I haven't commented on any other posts.
First, I can't wait until the DVD is out! It'll be awesome to watch all the special features, not to mention watch RENT in the comfort of my own home!
Second, I would like to tell you that almost all the theaters around me have already stopped playing it. That makes me sad, but I found one theater six miles from where I live that's showing it, so I'm going to see it there. My mother won't take me, and I can't drive, so I'm riding my bike and using mapquest to get there!
Thirdly, I want to say something to each of the cast members, at a risk of this post taking up half a page.
Anthony: The first time I saw you was in Adventures In Babysitting (which I loved). The way you portray Mark is great. I can't get over the little facial expressions and the tone of his voice that really bring out what he's feeling in the scene. I squeal (quietly) in the thater when they come around. I love "Out Out Damn Spot" and I am SO buying your book (just in time for my fifteenth birthday in February).
Adam: I absolutely love your portrayal of Roger. He's so real and earthy and sad! Your Eyes was very touching (I cried!), especially when you bring her into your arms when she "dies". I'm buying myself Civillian for Christmas. I've already heard Book of Endings and Which Way to Nowhere, thanks to a friend, and I love them! Oh, and also, I'm in a band, and the first song for our first performance is going to be What You Own (as a tribute to Mr. Larson). It's getting along well. Right now we're trying to pick out the harmonies since we don't have a vocal book (curses!!!).
Rosario: I couldn't believe it was you at first. I originally saw you in Alexander, and Mimi's so different from the Barbarian Wife that it took a moment to sink in. Out Tonight was awesome! Going from sexy exotic dancer(?) Mimi to the skipping down the street Mimi and then to...you get the idea...the vocals were so beautiful, and I loved the reference to the Broadway version where she's balancing on the fire escape/scaffold thing. You're an amazing actress!
Idina: You have the strongest voice I have ever heard. Over the Moon was awesome (you must've gotten tired after doing it 50 times, though). I moo-ed (and I dressed up in the cat suit for opening night). I saw you in Wicked and you just...freakin...SPARKLE! (It was a show when Taye was Fiyero).
Jesse: You've probably heard this a zillion times, but I'll say it again: I'll Cover You Reprise was amazing. I cried so hard that I got a few weird stares in the theater. Santa Fe, though not one of my favorite songs in the play, was great (and the woa-oo-oo-oo is really catchy, too).
Tracie: You're an inspiration to RENTheads everywhere! You're Joanne is so amazing. I was crossing my fingers the first time I saw Seasons of Love, waiting for you to hit the high note, hoping you didn't cheat on it (like a lot of people do in the Star Spangled Banner). And you didn't and I was floored! B-e-a-utiful. The Tango: Maureen is hilarious, especially the *raise eyebrow and throw coat* thing. You have my love!
Taye: Your Benny was awesome! I know he's not supposed to be a likable character, but I couldn't help but laugh at some of the scenes...I don't know why... You'll See was great, and I loved when you kept on staring at Maureen's performance posters. It probably wasn't an intended reference, but I still thaught it was funny because of the marriage thing.
Wilson: I saved you for last because I can't put into words exactly how wonderful your performance was, but I'll try anyway. For a straight guy, you sure can wear a skirt and heels *laugh*. Angel made me smile, laugh ("You're drunk." "No'mnot."), want to dance, and of course, CRY! The scenes in Without You when you see her health deteriorating was just...oh my god...it was so real. And if I wasn't squealing enough during the finale, they just HAD to show a shot of Angel smirking at the camera as the last shot. It was brilliant. Just...wow.
Merry Christmas, Happy Hannakuh, Joyous Kwaanza, and Cheerful Ramadon!
Much love to you all, and viva la vie Boheme!

i have to change the blog site from being my pop up page.. everytime i go to the blogs having a small glimmer of hope that they will have decided to put something new up!
it is so hard! I cant wait till the DVD comes out!!! make it come out as SOOOOOOOOOOON as possible!!!! PLEASE!!!
thanks so much for doing all that you (the cast and crew) have have done so much and brought some interest into my life in this dull world of highschool. it has helped me to see light in even school because i have a new respect for life!!
THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
chao
besos
mollie

I'm still waiting for something else to be poster ha ha I'm such a loser....
anyways yesterday i got my signed Wilson 8x10 pic so how i officially have everyone's signature (Wilson wasn't on the poster) and my gloves and scarf has been shipped...so excited...

Happy Holidays
much love to all

Khalehla

"anyways yesterday i got my signed Wilson 8x10 pic "

I'm jealous of you Khalehla :-) How did you get it?

But yeah, you're not the only one waiting for something to be posted. I keep checking just to make sure.

Happy holidays to the cast, Chris, and everyone else.

-Joey

I love all u guys and thought u did a great job in the movie!!..I took my friend Emmy to see it and she thought it looked so stupid and had been makin fun of me for being so obsessed w/ it..and she accually cried during it and after said it was the best movie she had ever seen!!..now shes a Renthead too!..I loved it too but i knew i would the second i saw the 1st preview...u guys are awsome and really talented!..Thanks for all the great Blogs!

~Ashton B.~

O and Emmy I have to say 1 little thing: I TOLD U SO!!!

OK i need to post this...I'm going through rent withdraw....rent isn't in Pittsburgh anymore its out of the movie theatres and i don't know what to do with my self...i only saw it 7 times...and my mom and i were going to go today and tomorrow but its no where to be found
ahh i don't know what to do with myself....oh my goodness oh my goodness

I can't believe this is goodbyes (until Feb i hope)
crying *tear*

Much love
Khalehla

I LOVE this movie and i may be younger then most of the people in this blog but i do adore this whole blog the fact that every rent head can vocie there opinon on how much this movie and broadway production means to them my mom is so sick of hearing the cd because i listen to it everyday and my friends don't like it either so i am happy that i can speak to people i have something in common with! I just want to say i am so proud to be a RENThead!!!
La Vie Boheiem~Ciera

"Thank you to all the Rent bloggers and fans?"

THANK YOU for making this wonderful film!

This was honestly one of the most amazing films I've ever seen. The emotion I felt was so raw. I've never bawled my eyes out in a movie theater before. It touched me so deeply.

Chris-Thanks for getting this film made and casting so many original cast members. You rule.
Taye-There wasn't much of you in the film, but you were great. There was something about you that made me see how the others were friends with your character in the first place.
Tracie-You were an awesome Joanne! My friends and I all said you made us really care about your character. Not that we didn't before, it was just heightened. You have an incredible voice and I hope to see more of you in the future.
Wilson-You were amazing! So funny, so loving. You and Jesse had remarkable chemistry. I was a wreck during Without You. I wish nothing but good things for you.
Jesse-Incredible. Your portrayal of Collins was so full of energy, joy, and pain. You took me on an emotional roller-coaster. Thank you for taking the risk of taking a break from Law & Order to do this.
Idina-Much love. I've been a fan of your voice for years and you were so great in the film. You were very entertaining in every scene you graced. Thanks for taking the "leap of faith" and making this film.
Rosario-What a performance! Out Tonight was by far my favorite scene in the film. You rocked so hard. You have a very lovely voice. You showed so many layers to the character that I didn't see before. Well done.
Adam-You were the reason I became interested in Rent in the first place. I heard someone playing One Song Glory on their stereo and I fell in love with your voice and the music. I wanted to know more. I became a Rent fan and an Adam Pascal fan immediately. Your portrayal of Roger really got to me. Angry, numb, sad, distant and then taking baby steps to living your life again. Bravo.
Anthony-What can I say? Your endless passion for this piece is contagious. I love how sincerely and articulately you voice your love for this work and Jonathan Larson's message. You will always be my Mark. Your love for the piece was just radiating out of you throughout the film. Thanks for being there for the fans and sharing your passion with the world.

Much love to you all,
Melissa

OMGosh!!! this movie was amazing and just seeing all the joy it brought to you guys through the blogs really made the movie even better. im so greatful that they turned the play into a movie, because both were fantastic!! i just wish i could meet you all in person just to tell you how amazing each and every one of you are, just so maybe you could see how greatful i really am that you guys took time and made this movie. i honestly cant put it into words how amazing all of you, Rosario Dawson, Wilson Heredia, Taye Diggs, Tracie Thoms, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, Idina Menzel, Jesse Martin, and Chris Columbus, really are, because you truly make a difference in all you put into your performances, ect. you are an amazing cast just for taking time to read our comment and post blogs ect. we all love you guys and wish you all blessings for life!! WE LOVE YOU, and Thank you! Thank you! Thanx, for just ALL you have done!! cant thank you enough!! (truly!!) love ya, for always!!
Karli M

yes i am only 9 years old but RENT is my absolute favorite movie and musical EVER!!!! ive seen the play 3 times and the movie 5. and all of u are sooo talented. idina u look sooooo different when you are green. you guys could not have done it better

thanx again

macklin

I just wanted to say, if you guys really do read this, that, partially because of RENT, I've decided that I will do what I thought impossible-- I'm going to act. I'm going to acheive to achieve my dream. I mean, school plays, yeah, but now I'm into local theatre, and soon college productions, and then.. well who knows! Perhaps I'll see one of you guys on Broadway one day! And know this-- I have two CD's playing on my computer almost constantly-- RENT and Wicked. (My parents are about to go insane... =P)
LOVE to all of you guys.
You're my heroes!

Phersh

I can't believe it. It's the end. All I wanted to say that this movie was superbly Unique and that it is also Original. I mean Hello, a Drama Musical about people survivng the Holidays and Years with mostly aids. Brilliant. Also I believe Wilson Jermaine Heredia
as Angel was brilliant, I believe he was the Symbol of Togetherness. Meaning that when he was alive everyone was together, but then bad stuff started happening then Angel died... or the other way around. I just wanted to say I love you guys, You Guys Rock my Ear Drum... Love it majorly... I also loved Anthony Rapp and Rosario Dawson you guy was superb... My favorite song in the Movie was Without You how the film and the song was together... I started crying... I mean like Wow!!!!!! Well I'm going to go... Too much to say and so little time for you guys to read... If you guys can Email me back! That would be super awesome...

Thanks.

Joshua

P.S. I look up to you guys!

This is the best movie in the world to me and everyone who has worked in this movie should be proud of themselfs from actors, Directors, stage people, promotions, and a great thanks to Jonathan Larson!!

um duh people, even if the blogs are ending my love for RENT sure as hell isn't. the music can turn any ducky day into an amazing one. I am overly obsessed with each and every actor/actress in the movie and musical. Rosario Dawson wow she was amazing as Mimmi and i still watch the little music video of Out Tonight on OnDEMAND. I'm aware that the fact i know every word to the musical is pathetic but its not pathetic that something has inspired and become a part of me so much.Thannk YOU for everything.

-Molly

"December 24, 9PM, eastern standard time..from here on in i shoot without a script"

"merry christmas, bitches!"

and have ..
"a happy newwww yearrrrrrr!"

i LOVE you alll, "i cant believe a year went by so fast"

wow! I love this movie. I have seen this movie 3 times and then my mom, my sister, my sisters friend, and I was going to see it for my fourth time, but the theatre was closed because the power had been turned off because of an ice storm....we were so sad. This movie is so touching and I've cried everytime I've seen it even though I'm only 12 years old. But also everytime I left the theatre I had a smile on my face. Everyone was so amazing and fantastic in this movie. I can't wait until it comes out on DVD. p.s. Adam is sooooo hot he looks really good with long hair

I promise this will be the last thing that I'm going to post.
Adam and Rosario, You were the reason that I fell in love with Rent. I had bought the soundtrack and I didn't know any of the songs. The first song I listened to was light my candle, I was blown away, and I listened to it again and again and again, untill I had the whole song memorized. You guys were amazing together on the screen. All of the members of the cast are truly gifted to send such a powerful message to the world. I love all of you guys and I'm really going to miss these blogs.
<3 love,
Kelsey

I absolutely loved the movie. I was so obsessed with it that I was looking up everything I could find with it. I found the original site and this is how I hot the blogs. I can't believe that I missed everything. I just hope this comment isn't to late....but I just wanted to say that I saw the movie twice and I hope to see it a few more times until it leaves theaters. Also I intend to own it when it comes to DVD.
But what I mostly wanted to say was that I loved the movie and it showed so many different kinds of people and it just touched me. I loved the whole movie and I have been listening to the soundtrack non-stop since I have seen the movie. I just LOVED the movie sooo much and I just will never forget it. All the information that was given out about how these 8 people lived their lives will help me with understanding what people go through for the future.
I just wanted to thank you personally and hope that someone gets to see this comment(and I know there are probably tons of others who feel the same way but now I am just another person who does also). I loved the movie and I thought you all should know that.
Love,
Mary
P.S. I really loved how well Adam played Roger in this movie!!

December 24th 9 PM eastern standard time, from here on in i shoot without a script....see if anything comes of it instead of my old shit...

(ok it says 9 PM on my watch so i hope its right)

i love you all so much and i am so glad that RENT came into my life...it is a part of my life and it will always be a part of my life!

i look up to every one of you!

LOVE YOU ALL SOOOO MUCH
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!! :-* *mwah*

Khalehla

I have to say you are all the most amazing actors on the planet. Idina, I am absolutely obsessed with Wicked and i think you have the most amazing, powerful voice! You guys were all amazing and rent just blows me away at how powerful it is. I left the theatre crying. I think that rent should be best picture and you guys are abosolutely amazing! Anthony Rapp, you were amazing. Your voice blows me away! Same with all of you! Wilson you are an amazing actor and Jesse i cannot beleive how you can act so much different on Law and Order then rent!
you deserve an oscar.

Love,
Lisa

broadway forever

p.s. ppl get mad at me all the time cuz i cannot stop singing rent,

To the entire cast of RENT

I just wanted to take this time to let u all know how amazing u did in the movie. I saw the show on broadway 6 years ago and was completely blown away.. I bragged about the show to my friends and family and now to be blessed with the movie.
I saw the movie with my mom and friend, both had no idea what it was about. Needless to say we ALL walked out of the theater balling our eyes out. The story of RENT brought out emotions I never even knew existed within me. Tears of joy to see Collin and Angels' deep love for one another made me feel so alive. The hurt and sadness I felt when Angel died was heart wrenching. And Rosario (Mimi) when you "almost died", well that was a gift in itself as u got a second chance at life.
I saw Rosario in Shakespeare in the Park this past summer and was in shock when I heard her belt out the notes. Now to see u singing your heart out in RENT .. Wow- I was blown away.
You all did such an amazing job capturing the essence of each character. I honestly felt like I was one of your crew, just struggling tryin to get by, while life throws us so many obstacles and hardships.
I got the CD- soundtrack from my girlfriend who also saw the movie. I have listened to it everyday. It inspires me to live life to the fullest and not take for granted one day on this earth.. As there truly is no day but today..
Thanks again guys for a job well done..

Staci

even though i'm only 16 and a junior in high school, i had given up all hope of finding true love. until i saw this movie. Thank you for allowing myself and so many others a chance to see a glimpse of true love. Also, because of the amazing cast, i've grown to want to act more and hopefully try out for a casting of the play sometime. it's been fun following you through the production.

much love,
katelyn

Hi! I want to wish Jonathan Larson who is the "ANGEL" of this production, who is celebrating up in heaven.,The Larson Family, Christopher Columbus, and the rest of the crew who made the movie possible. I would also like to wish Rosario Dawson, Taye Diggs, Indina Menzel, & Jesse L. Martin, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp & Tracie Thoms and Wilson Jermaine Heredia and anyone else I left out. Also to all your families. May GOD Bless each and everyone of you and your families. A Happy Holiday and a Happy New Year!!!!!!

This was the most awesome movie ever! You guys did such a wonderful, amazing, job! Your hard work really showed in the film and wow it's just mind boggling! I have now seen the film about 10 times and I still sob every time. That's power. Love to you guys, great job.
-Kristine

seeing that it's christmas- i thought that i'd come back on here to send you all some holiday love from Montreal... & it's beginng to snow!
Much Love y'all
Tristan- true believer

Wow, okay, I'm a little late, but still.

I've been lurking here and there, never commenting, but I saw the movie 5 times in theaters... geeky, I know. But no one I knew had seen it, so I had to keep on taking them.. SUCH a tough job ;)

But sad news, it went out of theaters last friday. But I'm not-so-patienly waiting for it on DVD.

Thank so much for keeping us updated, it really has been nice.

Erin

RENT cast...you guys thank us, but thank you for making the movie of the lifetime. There are so many things that could have gone wrong, but you guys truly kept it real. Thank you.

Peace.

i don't know what i am going to do at the end of the day if there are no more blogs! it's going to kill me to not be able to come to this site and see what's new in the lives of the RENTs!

hey everyone!!!

Happy Holidays to everyone!!! and my God bless each and every one of you...and everyone you love =)

Love to all
<3 <3 <3
Khalehla

Tears have filled my eyes at the news that this wonderful blog is coming to a close. I guess if I had to say one more thing to you guys (I have no doubt that you've heard this from a million people before me, but it's still important to say) You've influenced my life in the acting of these roles in both the RENT movie and in the broadway show, and you need to know how much it means to me. I couldn't even express it. In one of Chris's video blogs, he talks about how the characters become each others family, and I want you to know that I feel as if you are all a big part of mine. You're in my heart, and you're in my mind. Your voices and words are constantly in my head, and I wish there was a way for me to repay you for the wonderful work you put into this show. Just know that I love you more than life itself, and I hope to God that someday I'm able to meet each of you! Nothing would mean more to me.
Enjoy the rest of your lives endeavors!!! I will never stop thinking about you all, or loving you all for everything you have done. It has and will always be something that makes me happy whenever I'm feeling down, or when I want to continue feeling happy.
I LOVE YOU!!
Leah
~*~

Damn fine work by the cast, crew, and Johnathan. Will use the DVD to "educate" others.

Peace out,

Wow, I cant believe I am posting again, but I took a look at my old post, and I realized i never got to tell you guys realy how this hit me. I love you all so much! And I can only imagine how you guys feel reading all of theses comments from loving fans, ok I know I shouldnt but I must give you all a personal comment,

Idina- YOu are the reason I got into RENT, I melted((hehe)) when I heard your voice in Wicked, never got to see you but automatically bought the Wicked CD when I heard you. This has basically just been a trip following you, and I am glad I did, you've got one hell of a voice, and you better not leave me like Kristin did :'(

Taye-Your hott, your funny, and your talented, Ill admit that I didnt even know who you were before I heard that you were Idina's husband but after that, I really got into you and really check you out. You never cease to make me laugh, I watched you in Chicago and freaked out, even though the role is pretty small, there are no small actors only small roles right? I really hope to meet you some day, Luv!

Wilson-OMG I cant even express my love. The first time I saw you I totally misundersood you. I took a look at Angel and went What the Hell?! I want to appoligize for that, it really has showed me that you have to look at the person from the inside. You are always full of energy and look great in heels, You and Jesse are awesome together, And *claps* thank you for wearing those heels, now you know how us women must survive, hehe jk LOTS OF LUV

Jesse-I will admit this, I watched Law and Order once or twice and went w/e but then I got into RENT and tuned into it and found myself loving it, but then I realized, I cant just love this because of Jesse, that is not fair. Now I can really enjoy watching it and it has become a favorite show, lol but I find myself as I watch it now saying, Wow Jesse looks great both fancy and street wise lol. You have a great voice, and can really really act out emotion perfectly. Peace out

Rosario-Damn woman, ok so I got into Daphne and I held onto the OBC, then I got the RENT soundtrack, I heard you in Light My Candle and freaked out and shunned you. That was wrong, and I am very sorry, I have learned that I must trust other people, I did the same with Wicked, and I really needed to trust you, and as I watched and listened to you more you became my favorite. My friend still is obsessed over Daphne and whenever she talks about her, I just sort of blow it off because of my love for you now. I love the haircut too, my hair is close to that length now too, hehe, I love you and Daphne so much but I am glad, I got to see someone else, who really, to me, looks the part and who has a totally different voice. Your voice is amazing and your an outstanding actress, I cant wait to see you soon. I know I will ;-)

Tracie- You are one of us! You are a RENThead who made it, that inspires all of us, I mean now we know it is possible, and it is amazing that you didnt give up, Im proud of you, and I thought wow she has a good voice in Seasons of Love then I heard Take Me or Leave Me and fell in love, I watch you now on Cold Case, but I find myself thinking Joanne, I miss you and want to hear from you soon! Love always

Anthony-I looked at you Anthony and was like, wow hes different.By the look, the voice, but then I listened, and I really felt like I could connect to Mark, learning how to not hide behind something, and coming out for who and what you really are. Whenever I see a camera, my thoughts will be on you, I cant express my love,

Adam-AMAZING VOICE. You are really hott, and sweet and funny, wow I dont know what to say. YOu are everything I admire and you have such a unique voice, I want to hear more of it, I am buying Citizen, Ive decided, Lots of Love

Chris- You made this all possible, I was upset with you for cutting scenes and songs, but then I realized they werent needed. I appoligize for putting you down like that, it was wrong of me. You made this movie all that it could be and higher, Jonathan is looking down and smiling at you right now, give him a good smile back.

Ok, this will have to draw to an end, but you guys have inspired me to try Broadway, I am proud to report I wake up in the morning and while I am getting dressed, listen to RENT, I also found myself this year, imnproving my voice by singing all your different ranges and such, and I ended up doing a solo in my Winter Recital, it went great besides the fact I went down early and the mic wasnt on but what can you do? I made the best of it and when we went to Knotts Berry Farm to perform I nailed it. And I know you guys were there with me, and that you are really the reason I've learned to trust myself and my voice, and I dont only mean singing! ^^ I will keep an eye out for you, and dont you dare say its meant so much to you, because the love goes the other way, you have brought us into this whole world, and into yuorselves and I feel like I've met you all in person now, and the movie theatre is the only place ive ever gotten that close, you guys are special and when I have kids, I will tell them all about this blog and everything that was on it and happened. Waiting for DVD release, heard it will be on February 21, is that true?! I hope so because that is my B-day monthe. I cant express my love and I cant fit everything I want to say to you here in this little box, but know you guys really have been part of my life, and you will never be gone. I know you wont, you've helped me through my tough times, and I appreciate and love you guys! I LOOK UP TO YOU ALL

xoxoxoxoxoxo Emily(Medina Johnson) xoxoxoxxoxox

All I can say is that I really appreciate your heartfelt responses to us. i love you guys and the movie and the show and I thank you eternally.

I just recently discovered this blog, and I wish I would've found it earlier! But reading and watching every single post was so much fun! It's great to see what you guys have to say about the film. Thankyou all so much! I have to say that you all did a fantastic job! Every one of you did your parts so well! Angel has got to be my favorite character. She really lives in the moment and has such a fun and passionate personality. And Wilson- you did such a good job! I can't imagine anyone else playing Angel. I was sobbing in the theatre when she died. Unfortunately, i have never seen the Broadway play but I want to so bad, and if I ever get the opportunity, I will. Also, seeing Rent really made me realize that it is important to live in the moment. There really is "no day but today." Thankyou so much for making this film!!! You guys are my heroes! Much love to you all! ~Em~

I'm so sad that the blog is ending. It's nices to know that you, the cast, have been there to see everything we wrote. I've seen the movie three times and counting!! Obviously it was wonderful and more than I hoped for. I can't wait for the DVD to come out.

thank you soooo much for everything! I love all broadway musicals but none as much as RENT! The music and the storyboard are all just excellent... it would not be as great without the wonderful actors up there performing.. Singing and acting are some of my favorite things to do and you guys are all great at it! The movie was excellent, i've seen it twice and plan to buy the dvd and watch it at least a million times more! I love you all! Thank you for taking the time to make the video clips and everything it was so nice to know ur perspective on what was going on!
-sabrina

I'm going to miss the blog!!! I love you all so much, and I appreciate and love the fact that you try and be connected to your fans. I'm glad that the movie turned out as planned...I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you for your sincere responses to us. It means the world...it really does.

Take care and God bless.
I love you all so incredibly much!!!!

--Jamie

you all are so awesome!!!!!!!!!!I love rent so so so so so much!!!!!!!!!!!11
xoxoxoxoxTess

Good bye love, good bye love. I hate to say good bye, love, hello "finally blogging on my own blog instead of hanging around here..."

This has been tremendously amazing to be able to watch all you here, and even comunicate with some of you all... Im soooo looking forward to see the movie, 'cause it hasn't been shown yet in cold isolated Iceland (why is that? We're usually not very far behind on movie premiers...). I think that the DVD will be out BEFORE the movie itself is premiered here...

We'll I'm gonna stop glorifying you all (allthough you deserve it, it's just that all the other fourhundred and something have written such a long posts with such nice words, and I just can't compete with their vocabulary anymore...) and start eating christmasleftovers...

Merry Christmas!

With love,
Inga from Iceland
Gloria in exelcis RENTus!

I just wanted to let you know that watching RENT 4 times has been an amazing experience for me. I never knew how people with HIV lived and how their friends cope with the disease. I witnessed something new and exciting at the same time, everytime I seen the movie. It has been all that I have talked about since November 23rd until now. I have the 2 disc soundtrack and listen to it religously and I watch trailers all the time. I know being 24 years old and doing this may seem a little immature but I just love this movie and would love to see it on Broadway! All of you have a wonderful singing voice and I just admire you for what you can bring to the audience when you sing. Keep it up!! Love ya!

Lyndsay Mullins
Mattoon, IL
age:24

I just want to say thank you to the cast and crew for the hard work they have put into this movie. My friends have all seen it (Some of us more than once) and it gave us a chance to realize how great of a friendship we all have. The film brought us all back together again even though we spent alot of the last year fighting. Thank you so much. The movie was awesome and you guys all rock!

I can't believe this is goodbye!
Does anybody know when the DVD is coming out?
I just saw rent for the second time-- the first time, I had looked around on this site a few times and seen the play, and I've been listening to the soundtrack forever, but I didn't really know much. Over the last few weeks, I've basically only listened to the soundtrack, I think I've seen every single blog on here; I've basically lived and breathed Rent. When I just saw it, I felt even more connected to it than I did before, and it was all because of this blog.
How many other casts would put all of the time and effort into making a blog for thier fans? you are all amazing!

Anthony, you are amazing. I feel like you ARE mark (and the fact that you hold the camera for a bunch of the blogs only helps that image)You pour your soul into rent, and we all appreciate it so much!

Idina, I missed you on broadway for Rent, but I saw you in Wicked, and it took my breath away. You have such an amazing stage presence, not to mention a SPECTACULAR voice.

Tracie, you are an inspiration to me- one day, you're a renthead with a great voice, the next, you're joanne, and on the other side of the whole huge Rent community! you have such an amazing sense of humor and I love how enthusiastic you are about everything!

Rosario, it would be so easy to hate you (or Tracie, for that matter) for taking the place of the OBC Mimi, but now I can't see anyone but you playing her. You bring a whole new level of Mimi to light, and I love it.

Jesse, you make the BEST facial expressions, are an amazing dancer, and have an unblieveable voice. I don't cry in movies. I just don't, but starting with the I'll cover you reprise, I started sobbing both times I saw the movie. (Law and Order-- THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LETTING JESSE COME BACK TO RENT. WE NEEDED HIM!)

Wilson, what can I say? You make the movie what it is! My friends are using your walking in heels skills to try to convince me that I should make more of an effort to wear them. You make Angel so full of life and so much fun to watch!

Adam, You're amazing too. You're voice and the passion that you bring to Roger is amazing. (I think I need to find a new word...)

and last but DEFINATELY not least, Taye-- I loved the blog about the pranks you play on set! I wish I could have been around to see them... I wish Benny had been in the movie more!

I honestly don't understand why a bunch of the critics (at least the ones around Boston)didn't like Rent. No matter what way you look at it, this movie is wonderful and deserves a few oscars ;)
OK, I think I've written enough... I love you all!
~Emma

Well, I've already said my piece on 12/15/05 at 10:32 PM =)

But coming back to this blog makes me happy, whenever I revisit, the comments just seem to keep growing and growing. That just goes to show you...

It's been over a month since I first saw RENT, and I still can't get enough.

OMG!! before i saw the movie i never really enjoyed rent.. but once i saw the movie the day it came out novmeber 23, 2005, i just totally adored it.. i have seen it 4 times and i saw the play in a matter of less than a month. It is my favorite movie and and taught me a great lesson about life and how i should enjoy it and about drugs and how i shouldnt use them. i luv the cast so much. u r all my rolemodels and i hope i get to meet u and tell u in person cuz i really want 2..
but i just want 2 say thank you for all of ur hard work and thank you for showing me to appreciate life so much more now. i luv u all!!!!~ADAM PASCAL I LUV U-- U R MY LIFE and i just hope someday u all will come bak 2 broadway soon. when i saw the play and u guys werent there on stage.. that is why i cried that night cuz u guys werent there.. u all r amazing singers and performers on stage and in the film.. i just hope maybe u all will b in a film all together someday soon or on stage together~both would make me very very very happy and very very excited...
i luv rent and all wat u do~i luv u all
~ur truly # 1 fan--Anna Volpe

Just leaving another standard I love this blog and the movie and all you wonderful people in it comment.

But I do mean it.

Much love.

oh, no! :(

well, just wanted to say, to EVERYBODY in the cast-i LOVE YOU! thank you SO MUCH for everything that you've done, because truly, you are all an inspiration. thank you!!

I LOVE TRACIE!!

And Idina made me tear up! haha! I felt like a dork!

:)

rent blog, i miss you.
i live in england so i'm still waiting to see the film.
but thanks for making this all happen.
it's been great, xo

Ok so I have to appologize to Taye. Unfortunately, I did not get up to the 10 time seeing Rent. In exactly one month I have only seen it 8 times.. haha... yeah I did, and I loved it every time!! I'm seeing the show again on Jan 7th. And then I'm stopping by the Gershwin on the 8th to see a little show called Wicked?? Always a year too late, I adore u, Idina! ok that's all for now. See, Tracie, I told you people would keep posting things!!! Just for you!
xoxo
Kerri

Idina Kimberly Menzel is a goddess.
A GODDESS. Seriously, if only I could be as perfect as her.
I'm writing a musical specifically for her to star in. I'm almost done, I just hope she will. It's professionally done and everything.
Anyway. Props to you all!

Adam,

My question is, were you in School of Rock?If you played Theo,you were realy good.

love,
Spencer

I watched this and cried! I feel attached to every single cast member in this movie. Im so glad it has been made and can live on forever. It was such a beautiful experience for me to have at the theaters and i just want to thank you guys for the work everyone has put into the movie. Not one day goes by without me listening to that soundtrack. I love you all!

Awwwww, I'll miss checking in on this blog from day to day. I guess I'll have to wait for the DVD!

Thank you guys, for bringing this musical to the screen. Seeing it was an amazing experience.

Good luck (not that you need it!),
Ali

THANK YOU!

I know I already posted but I simply CANNOT thank you guys enough for what all of you have done. I know for a fact that RENT will stay w/ me until I die. It just has this unforgettable message that truly cut down deep (and I mean DEEP) into my soul. The music, the story, the characters...everything about it just touched me. And I personally have to say that any person who wasn't moved by this film truly has a heart of stone. And it is a major shame the critics are blowing it off just because its a musical. And lastly I have to say that RENT is life. It teaches you to take those 525,600 minutes and live them up because we all know that there is NO DAY BUT TODAY.

THANK YOU JONATHAN LARSON!!!!!

I want to say thank you for the hard work that each of you put into this film. The talent that each of you have is really unbelievable and amazing, honestly i am awe-struck. I have your soundtrack and today i have listened to it seriously six times, i know a little crazy but it is amazing. The talent that all of you show is encouraging and it makes me want to get back into the acting and singing, it gives me my passion back, and i cant thank all of you enough for that. I am only sixteen years old and what you all have done inspires me to want to do something great and talented with my own life. I cannot thank you enough, really. You each give me a drive and again i thank you. I hope and pray that all of you continue to lead happy and successful lives. God bless to all of you.
Brittany
I am only sorry that i found this blog today, otherwise i would have also been following the production of the film, which was incrediable! But i have been spending time catching up on the entries. Thank you for the care you have for your work and for your fans.

Hey you all, i have to say that i really love what you achieved, i truly admire your voices, your stage attitude and your personality. It´s like you are always happy and in a good mood, and that`s great. Rosario i became a desperate fan of you, i love your sense of humor, your voice, everything! Idina you are also my idol, i became a fan since i "saw" you in wicked, your great!
I can´t believe how i created my self in a crazy fan of rent, because really i never had the chance to see you, neither in broadway, nor in the movie. You mabye won´t believe it but i´m from argentina (yeap really far) and i became a fan scince i heard the cd. I didn´t understood the story the first time i heard the music, but then i catch up on reading from the official web site. I can´t believe that i get to know rent this year! you know, it´s a hit in broadway scince long time ago and i didn´t knew anything about it, that´s like i´m totally disconnected from the world. Now i am thinking of saving money to go and watch it because i am afraid of never having the chance. I hopefully dream of getting to know NYC and going to broadway, i will have to work really really hard, but it´s my dream.
I am really happy that the movie is coming (the fall in theaters here in argentina is in February , yhea i know, pretty late). I think that making the movie of rent it is giving a chance for the world to watch RENT. I am very excited that i am going to WATCH rent, yes, it is not simply hearing it, with the movie i have the chance to also watch it. That is why i really appreciate your work, thanks!!! I think you are all great, Adam you are awesome, and tracie you too!
THANK YOU ALL!!!

Damasia from Argentina (sorry for the spanglish, but i am not good at english)

I am completely addicted...... I had heard very little about the musical. I was invited with my gf and her mom to go see it and thought why not. Since then I have had the music in almost non stop in my cd player. I am so glad that this movie came out, especially in utah... Since it is a very conservative state and they like to stay hush hush about the whole lesbian, gay and transexual stuff that is going on right in front of their face. Just wanted to say thanks again!

I came out of habbit again. I miss these blogs. They brigthened up my day. Plus it gave me a chance to see Wilson. :-). When will the cast be together again????

I love you, Wilson

<3 Renthead Rebecca

All the Rent cast... you guys don;t understand how wounderful the movie was.. it changed my life
its my favorite movie of all time i don;t know wat eles to say other than every1 that was part of this movie is my Hero Thank you So Much Love To All of You!
-Alyssa<33

CHRISTMAS BELLS ARE RINGING

IT'S GONNA BE A HAPPY NEW YEAR

I've already posted once to thank the cast but I have to say I really miss the blogs, I guess didn't realize how much time I spent on here and I'm sad that's they are being updated anymore. I miss the movie too, I can't wait for the DVD. Thanks agian to the cast and crew. You all are wonderful!

Today I saw the movie for the upteenth time and I realized: I've really never seen this movie.

Every time Wilson is in the background of a shot, I take no notice of anything important going on. And during I'll Cover You -- when it's time for me to stare at Wilson's face -- I keep getting distracted by his legs!

Wilson, you are so sexy.

Love,
Your #1 Fan (for real),
Natalie

Hey!
I just wanted to say that the movie was SO amazingly great I want to see it everyday as longas I live!!! My older brother has always loved the play and played all the songs in his car and now when he plays them we both sing along. I love you all:-).

Well parting is such sweet sorrow. The movie was behond amazing. You all toke my breath away. Thank you for letting me preview and hear all these wonderful blogs. Its great to know you guys actually pay attention to us. To all the other true believers. Its awesome ot know that I'm not alone out here. No Day But Today.

i know this comment should have come a lot earlier from me, but i still hope you all end up reading it.

to all the cast and crew of rent: thank you thank you thank you for all of the hard work and the dedication that you gave to this movie. i don't know if you are all aware of the impact you have on so many people, including myself. the movie was beautiful, simply beautiful, and i couldn't be happier about it.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING!

i feel like i know each of you now because of this blog. GOOD LUCK WITH EVERYTHING ELSE YOU DO!

and thanks again.

<3 anna

I loved RENT! It was so moving and wonderful! I listen to the sound track all the time! Does anyone know about when it'll be coming out on DVD?

wow, it was really sweet of all of you to make this thank you blog. I love you all very much, and wish I actually knew you. I hope to see more of all of you. Especially Adam! Can't wait 'till you come out with a new album, I am in love with your music! You're gorgeous, your voice is amazing, and you're incredibly talented. Thanks to all of you, for taking time out of your lives to make the video blogs for us, and to read our comments. I don't know what I'm going to do without the blogs, but hopefully it won't be a permanent closing. Hopefully you will start posting again eventually. I wish you all luck with anything you do, I plan to follow your work to the best of my ability. Each and every one of you is amazing!Thanks again.I love you Anthony, Adam, Tracie, Idina, Taye, Rosario, Jesse, and Wilson!

I hope the DVD comes out soon!
<3,
they call me Mimi

RENT

wow, changed my life.

from the first note till the end. i was crying. my bf dumped me for it. ooh well. The most amazing movie. Im so inspired. One day. Ill play MIMI.

Well, the production has come to an end and I wish I would have been here sooner at the start of the production. However, my friends just introduced RENT to me about 3 or 4 weeks ago, and I am a total RENThead. I've been dying to see the movie, but the closest place it's playing is 2 hours a day. So, I suffice with listening to the soundtrack everyday. And I get to go see it in February for the tour. And I would just like to say thank you to the entire cast and crew of this movie for making this production possible. Just listening to the soundtrack and knowing the plot of the story has made me thankful for each day more that I live, and thankful for all of the friends that I truly have.

~*Ashleigh*~

Dear Cast,

I just wanted to say that because of Rent, I got the courage to come out to my family and friends and live my life to the fullest,because there really is no day but today. I have seen the movie 11 times, I own the soundtrack and the theatrical poster. Mimi, I love u girl.

I am a 20 year old male from small town alabama and coming out of the closet is unheard of here, My family took it great and my mother loves the movie. Thank u for giving me the courage to come out

Heath Clark
Auburn,Al

wow. what can I say??? These blogs and the movie itself has been keeping me going. I love how you guys took your time out to keep us informed! I really am gonna miss the posts!
ANTHONY: Your dedication to the play and to the blogs is just amazing! You really care about our support and comments and in today's world, that's rare to find. you are my hero. thank you.

ADAM: talent. that's all i have to say. your voice is REALLY REALLY GOOD!especially in 'Your Eyes'

IDINA: A fan of Wicked, I followed this production. you're amazing! your voice is really awesome!

JESSE: I really loved your acing. A huge fan of L&O, I cried when you were shot, cause I didn't know about the movie. your voice is astounding and you can act out emotion so well it scares me. Especially great in 'I'll Cover You (reprise)

WILSON: Amazing. You were the heart of Rent. you were full of energy and has great acting skills! OMG!!!!! I can't write how much i loved your character! and to wear those heel?! wow. *claps hands wildly*

TRACIE: At first, I didn't believe you would live up to Freddi. BOY H*LL WAS I WRONG! I loved your acting and your voice! Amazing!!!!!!!!!!! Also, seeing the blogs, you have a great sense of humor!

ROSARIO:You were awesome! I found it really hard to believe you weren't in the OBC!!! You put a whole new side to Mimi that Daphne couldn't do. Don't get me wrong, I love Daphne and all, but Rosario, you were so good!

TAYE: You were great! You had so much enthusiam, and always lighten things up with a prank. But I didn't like the prank that you did to Anthony. i'm from Chicago and a major cubs fan, I was kinda mad at that, but W/E! you were still great!

well, I should close this post. bbut i want to praise Rent some more! It has become the soundtrack of my life. I listen to it always! I've driven my friends, family and of course my twin crazy! I've memorized the lyrics and break out into 'What you Own' or 'Seasons of Love' at really random moments. I just want to say Thank You for coming together to make this awesome movie. If you guys are ever down, just remember, us fans will stand by you, no matter what you do.
I just want to say that there really is NO DAY BUT TODAY!
IT'S GONNA BE A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

<3 Hannah

i've heard that the DVD is coming out feb 21st...is this true? will there be special features on it? yay...how exciting...and then anthony rapp's book comes out on my birthday, which is a week later! :)

NOOOOO the blogs cant be ending. I love RENT, it moved my life, it inspried me to write a play of my own, and to tell my family that i want to be in musical theatre, for my career. You were all amazing, I would be lost with out you. I cant wait to see the show in the city again. I hope everone came out of RENT with the same experience i did.
Love to you all
victoria

So I know this is quite a bit late and no one will probably read this since it is so late, but I actually just discovered this site....wow I wish I would have found this earlier to get to see all the videos as they came out, not all at once at the end.

I just want to take this opportunity to praise everyone involved in the making of this movie becuase it was absolutely amazing! I have never seen the show (or anything on Broadway for that matter, I've never been to New York. I live in Arizona so it's a little bit of a trek to get out there.) so I really didn't know anything about the story, but I knew the movie looked great and I love musicals so I made plans to see it the first day it came out. Needless to say, I was not a RENThead, I came into this blindly and was just hoping to be entertained for a couple hours.

I was blown away by so many things in the movie. First of all, everyone's talent. You should all be so proud of this film and what you have accomplished. To Rosario, Taye, Jesse, Idina, Adam, Anthony, Wilson, and Tracie, you are all amazing actors with incredible voices and you have gained all of my respect! You have all gained a new HUGE fan! You all nailed your roles and your performances completely drew me into the story and I don't think I've ever made that type of a connection with EVERY SINGLE CHARACTER in a movie. I also haven't cried that much in a movie in a long time, it was that moving. I seriously had to sit there for a couple minutes after the movie to get myself together, and I know I wasn't the only one because there were a lot of people around me doing the same. The way the story just builds and builds and then comes together at the end....wow. And the messages the movie has, it reminds us all what life is really about. Live it to the fullest and have the people you love along for the ride, it's awesome. And then there's the music...well what is there to say other than it's absolutely fabulous!

I got the soundtrack for Christmas and now the songs are constantly in my head, I'm seriously humming or singing them everywhere I go, and I saw the movie again on Wednesday. It was just as good the second time. I cried my eyes out once again.

So I guess what I'm trying to say is thank you to everyone for making a film that impacted me and so many others the way it did. You are all amazing! I guess now wait for the DVD huh? And I'm also hoping the show comes to Phoenix sometime on tour. Too bad you guys wouldn't be in it, I would love to see it with all of you!! Oh well, happy new year to you all and best of luck with all your future projects! Thank you! No day but today. I'm now officially a RENThead! =)
~Gina

I MISS U GUYS:(:(:(

I just want to say thank you for all the blogs that you guys have been posting. It shows that you really care for your fans. I love the CD and have been listening to it non-stop! I love all of you and hope to see you soon on the big screen.

Love and Peace
Rachel

I love rent and I am glad that some many new people have finnaly got a chance to experiance RENT.

Forever a RENTHEAD

J-san Toth

Taye, I want to wish you an early happy birthday!! And Happy New Year's to everyone. <3

Hey. I just want to thank the cast, Chris Columbus, and of course Johnathon Larson. Rent is my insperation to become an actress and in a musical. I adore each and every person who was in it. i am so excited for the dvd release. <3 Emily

Rent has changed my life. i bought the movie soundtrack before i saw the movie. i fell in love with the music when Mark said, "the music ignites the night with passion and fire." at the same point in the movie, i fell in love with movie (when Roger and Mark threw the fire out of the building.) i just want to say thanks for being apart of this wonderful event. Whenever i see any of you on other shows, movies, or musicals i die. I rented "school of rock" and the "you're a good man charlie brown" cd. Mr.Rapp: your voice is finaminal....where can i buy your cd and when is your book coming out. Mr.Pascal: you've got a true voice of rock and roll. Where can i buy your cd as well? Mr.Diggs: i'm from Rochester, NY and if you have any power, could you bring RENT to rochester on Broadway or for the American tour. two days ago i wanted to see Rent for the third time but the theater i went to before wasn't playing it anymore. The theater playing it was the CINEMA in downtowm rochester. Unfortunatley, my parents didn't want me going there alone. Rent took my breath away. it really taught me to live for the moment and you've really changed my life. i thank you so much. I love Rent because it deals with reality and with the mist of things today. at lunch, my friends and i made an appropriate version of La Vie Boheme I've been thinking, i've only got 525,600 minutes next year and i've got to make the most of it.

thank you and keep the music alive.

if i could live in song, i would.

megan

I've never posted before, I fell in love with Rent a little late in the game. I only just saw the movie this week. I fell in love with it the minute I listened to the songs and I quickly became obsessed. I made it my mission to find out everything about Rent and it's story. I finally managed to see the movie and I cannot express how much I loved it. I really want to see the play now too! If only the OBC was still doing it!!
I've never heard of a cast from a movie caring this much about the fans and making an amazing blog like this for them! I'm also a Harry Potter fan and we have never gotten anything like this that is so personal! You were all amazing in the movie, I admire your wonderful voices and acting skills. I can't wait until the DVD, and I'm going to try to go see the movie as many times as I can.
Thank you for creating something so amazing and inspiring!
No day but today!!!

Much love,
Kelly ;-)

I didn't know much about the story Rent, but I went to the movie. It was so inspiring. I have seen it three times now, and am going to see the musical on Broadway next week.

Rest assured that what you did means a lot to many people. Thank you for working so hard and telling the story. You are among the most talented people in the world.

Gretchen
Allentown, PA

Anyone know when the UK release date of the movie is?

I haven't commented until today, and I'm really sad about that! I always watch the videos, and I wish I had commented before the blog was ending! But I just wanna say that the cast of Rent is sooooo amazing and I just fell in llove with this movie the first second I saw the trailer. I'm really excited that Rent is coming to CHicago in April, but it still won't be the same! I really wish I could get the opportunity to see the movie cast on stage! I also wish I could get to see the 10th annivesry benifet concert, but unfortunitly I'm only 12 and I can't really get to New York. Anyway, I just wanna say thank you soooo much to the cast, and that i just loved Rent sooooooooo much!!!

With Much love, Megan

I loooove RENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

XOXO
Ashley M.

Idina Menzel is the most beautiful actress out there! Rent was the best.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TAYE!
I LOVE YOU!

hey. i think this blog mite be over, but let me just say I AM OBSESSED WITH RENT!!! it is so fantastic!! i bought the soundtrak and listen to it all the time! you all have incredable voices and made rent come alive to be thrilling, moving, entertaing and just UnBeLiEvEaBle!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ADAM PASCAL YOU ARE THE HOTTEST MAN ALIVE!!!!!

adam & rosario -- you 2 are a GREAT couple

XOXO
actual reality

Happy 34th Birthday Taye!

XOXO,
Ashley M.

So sorry to see this great ride come to an end. I have been a "Renthead" for the past 8 years. Saw the Broadway show a dozen times and the movie 8.

I wish the movie lasted longer at the theatres. We saw it for the last time on New Year's Eve- had to drive an hour and 1/2 to find a theatre still playing it. I live in a major market and still can't believe it came and went so fast.

I was blown away by the movie. Thanks Chris Columbus for this awesome movie. Now Rent can live on forever.

I was so glad for the movie, I was able to share the joy of this story with friends who would never have had the means to see a Broadway show. I was amazed how touched they were (there were never enough tissues).

Thanks to to cast and all those invloved to bring this story to the massess.

No Day But Today!!!

Happy Birthday Taye!!

You're amazing!! Keep up the good work!!

<3 Courtney

is the rent cast still reading these comments? if so i have Alot to say!

i LOVE rent!!!!!!!!!!

just got back from vacation and wanted to see if there was any new posts....sadly not but i still love you all =)

much love
Khalehla

Hey everyone go to IMDB.com and vote for Rent if you think its the best picture of the year. Make sure people know we think its the best!

I know it's over, but I had to say what's in my heart. May God bless all of you for giving up you time and talents to change the world with such a masterpiece. I first went to Broadway a couple of years ago, and after I left the Nederlander theatre I immediately started to cry from the awe I was feeling. When the movie came to the theatre, I sat back with my mother and sister to see what the great Chris Columbous had created. ( I'm a fan of his other films, so I was especially intrigued.) I sat there speechless. Utterly speechless. As tears flowed down my cheeks throughout many parts, i felt Jonathon's words and messages of love hit me like a piano falling out of the sky.

Wilson was heartbreaking as Angel, and as I've been a fan of Law & Order for years, I was quite impressed by Jesse's talent. Both of you take your roles to new heights. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Especially for making me cry. LOL.

Rosario and Tracie blew my expectations right out the window. Bravo!!! Thank you both for your wonderful gifts.

I saw Adam in Aida a couple of years ago, And I love him now as I loved him then. Adam, hopefully I can get your autograph someday since I didn't get the chance last time. I hope your family is well, and God bless you.

Taye, you take Benny and give him a heart that I never quite knew he had. You have talent, soul, and passion. Thank you. Idina, you are destined for success. Your success with Wicked was predestined, and I hope to hear your lovely voice again soon. Thank you. God bless the both of you.

Anthony, Anthony, Anthony. What si there to say except thank you? You are the heartbeat and essence of Rent, and you will never know how grateful all of us Rentheads are to you and your commitment to your fans and to the show. I'm looking forward to your book, and I wait for the day when you can autograph it. Thank you Anthony, for everything.

All of you are treasures to us, ones in which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Those of us who are aspiring to act as a career long for the once in a lifetime moment when we get to work with you. When you sang those moving numbers, we felt you were singing to us as people and not just as an audience. You've changed our lives forever, and I think that because of this, we can change our outlook on life and our perspectives towards other people. Who knows what we all could do in the future because of all of the positive messages bestowed to us by you? I should tell you...no. Another day.

Last but not least, thank you Jonathon Larson. It's tragic that you could not be here in the physical world to share in this great triumph, but wherever you are, God bless you, and thank you. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you, and I will be here when the blog starts again for the dvd release.

*NO DAY BUT TODAY*

Love always,
Lisa McCallum

i miss the blog!!! i still have it as my homepage, just hoping that you will update again soon! when is the dvd coming out?!!? im so excited!

<3 Molly
Renthead 4 Life

Rent saved my life! i am not kidding. things had not been going well at school (like i mena no one would talk to me i was being made fun of and everything people horaseesed me and i had no friends) and things wernt going well at home things iether(dont want to get into it) and i have suffering from depresion since i was about 5 so that did not help and i really was about ot give up and jsut kill myself. i am not kidding. but then i whent to see rent and i cried harder than i had ever cried before. and i walked out of the theater thinking why die when i have know idea what is coming next. you know i thought i have know idea if things are going to get better or going to get worse. i mena look at the charachters in rent they are faced with something so horid that i may never know if i was ever going to get better so i just went home and told my self not to pick up that knife. and no day but today. and rent has jsut had so much efect on my life. i would love to meet the cast in peroson and thank them for saving me. if i ever have the chance i will. i will bever ever forget rent. if it werent for rnet i would not be writing this, thanks rent and thank you jonathan larson. you have saved my life and i can never repay you. hannah

Oh my God, I cant believe this is the last blog. Well, I just want to say how much we admire you for your kindness and appreciation to all of us RENTheads.I'm so glad Chris Columbus decided to make this film because it has changed peoples lives in so many ways, not just mine.Thanks again for all being such wonderful people. It's deeply appreciated.This movie was absolutely amazing and I dont think another movie could touch my heart as much as this one did.I was blown away by everyones talent and performance. I recently just got the movie soundtrack for christmas and it is all I listen to, you guys have such great voices.Alright, well thanks for experiencing this with us and we will never forget you. I cant wait for the dvd to be released. Thanks again from the bottom of my heart.

Love Always,
Stephanie

RENT is my favorite film of the year! I love it!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

XOXO
Ashley M.

Wow, Well i decided today to write this post and i hope the cast and everyone is still reading this.I have been a "rent-head" for the longest time ever since i was 11. My high school was known for it's music program so we all knew rent. We took car rides after our preformances and sang Rent to the top of our lungs, and we loved it. that is one memory we will all remember from high school. After listening to the music for so long, you know all of the words, and when something happens in your life you can think about what song fits, not just from rent but everything. i dont know what my life would be like if i had never heard rent as a child. my neighborhood and highschool friends are the biggest amount of rentheads in one area, everyone knows it and loves it. My family, i am one of 4 children and we all love it and sing it. One day we had no power due to a storm , we got batteries and put them in a cd player and sang rent by candlelight, what a fun experience. Now as a freshman in college i love it as much as i did when i was 11. I blare itin my dorm room and i have gotten yelled at for singing it so loud in my room. When i heard the movie was coming out i have never been so excited. while i am sure the cast has heard this so much, i owe so much to you, you kept me interested in music and i still do it today, one of my goals would be to meet you sometime in my life, but as a poor college student i dont think it will happen. the movie made me cry everytime i saw it. i cant wait to buy it. I hope you all(the cast and producers) will be able to read this, thank you, not just to jonathan larson but to chris columbus, Adam,anthony,Idina,jesse, rosario,taye,tracie, and wilson. Thank you. i hope to hear from you sometime thank you!

Adam was in school of Rock

I just wanted to say that ONE of my favourite parts was when Rosario(Mimi) was singin "out tonight" and she was dancing down the street..I SO WANNA DO THAT. I'll have to find a street to walk down without anyone seeing me, hah!

LOVE MISH <3

Hi--

I wanted to extend my graditude to all the actors, actresses and everyone else who included themselves in this blog. You have emited respect and admiration for the play, Jonathan, and the Rent-heads, and for this I thank you. For those who have been part of rent from the begining, like myself, the movie came as a bit of a shock- but you proved to make it an equal partner to any cast on stage. You have truely made a mark in the history of the show, and in my opinion in the history of musical theater and movies.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

RENT is my favorite film of the year! I love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

NOOO this cant be the last blog. ( aww man).. thats so sad. I wish I had gotten into rent sooner.. b/c im a new Renthead, since the movie came out. ( and I have really gotten into it. Ive seen the movie at least 15 times in the theaters now,( not joking) Plus im listening to the cds everyday and ( driving my family crazy in the process!!) b/c I break out randomly singing rent songs wether im at home or in public. (LOL.) So yah, what can I say but I love the movie!!!.. You guys did a wonderful job, Love yah all, and I wish you all the best!!!!, - Lesley.( Age 19, Kansas, U.S.A ). -
PS: U know I was totally crazy about the other musical that came out this past year before Rent . I was totally crazy about (Phantom of the opera). But once Rent