An “X” Worth Seeing Again
Throughout the 90′s the X-files stole the science fiction spotlight on an almost weekly basis, accruing a loyal and dedicated fan base that kept the show on the air for nine seasons, not to mention two major motion pictures. Much of the male driven fanaticism surrounding the show centered upon the fair skinned red headed FBI Special Agent Dana Scully. While fans are drawn to her classic beauty, a well-rounded medical school background Agent Scully gives science geeks everywhere a woman with the complete package. Though she stems from a Catholic upbringing, Scully’s strong desire for scientific confirmation as opposed to speculation further endears her to geeks worldwide. While her partner Fox Mulder is a believer in the supernatural, Scully is staunchly skeptical by nature, looking at merely the facts that can be proved through scientific method. Constantly consumed by intergalactic mysteries yet unwilling to relinquish her lab-coat mentality, it’s no world-wonder why science fiction fans hold a special place in their heart for Gillian Anderson’s most famous role.Anderson was first drawn to the role as a result of the strong independent and intelligent female character she saw in Agent Scully when initially reading the script. Though the studio initially wanted someone with a longer television resume and more blatant sex appeal, Anderson eventually booked the gig, and perhaps to the network’s surprise developed quite the lovesick following. Though maybe not as sexy in terms of platinum blonde hair or olive tanned skin, fans appreciated her more refined look, almost unique in its time on the TV screen. In her personal life, Anderson has been married two times, first to X-Files assistant art director Cylde Klotz in 1994. The couple split in 1997, but not before Anderson gave birth to her first daughter. She would remarry in 2004 to documentary filmmaker Julian Ozanne, though they were separated after only 18 months. She has been involved with Mark Griffiths since 2006, with whom she has two sons.