I am Judy Reyes. This is my AMA!

who was your favorite cast mate on Scrubs? And your favorite part of your character/being on the show?

The cool thing about Castle is that I got to work with Julian Acosta, who is this amazing actor who is part of my theater company Labyrinth in NYC. But it was a lot of fun! and i got to be the bad guy in the end!!!

Kudos on making Aloma Wright cry on her own death bed! :-)

But seriously, you had this incredible power to generate more emotion than I've ever felt on a TV show. How the hell did you do that?

You saw that!!! Actually it was the last time Aloma and I were gonna work together and we could not stop crying!!!! Plus, it was the writing. I could not say those lines without falling apart.

C'mon! I loved everyone I made out with! But seriously! I loved everyone I made out with. :) We all had a blast.

Are Turk and JD really that close in real life?

Yes.

best moment on set in the scrubs tv show? thanks.

Reaallly too many to nail....I lllooooooved the musical episode. And I loved the Wizard of Oz Episode that Zach directed and I love the Episode where Carla was giving birth and The Episode where Brendan Frasier dies....I could go on and on because it was a gooood fucking show y'alll

Good actress, nice butt. More of these please.

:)!

Hi Judy! Wow it's so great to see Powerful Latinas in Media represent us so well. Can you tell us a little bit about what you're doing next after Devious Maids? Thanks!

I'm actually producing an animation called La Golda that I'm so psyched about that we've been developing for 4 years that I think is gonna make a real difference

When did you know you wanted to go into acting?

I was in my 20s when I pursued it. Did the whole fundraiser in church with mom thing and thats what convinced me that I had the goods to go for it full force: that's right People: singing Lisa Lisa convinced me that I should be and an actress!

Why weren't you on season 9 of Scrubs? Did you choose not to be or did they not offer?

Yes, they offered. But I was pregnant. And for what they needed from the original cast, it wasn't worth it for me during my pregnancy since the idea was "Scrubs: Med School." It was all good.

Whats the best part about working with Neil Flynn? Also, "Hey Carla, nice vagina!"

Neil Flynn, is an improv genius. For those who dont know, he ws made a series regular because he was so awesome at making up his hilarious lines. And that was what his whole run was like on Scrubs was like. We looked at our scripts and saw "Neil makes up something funny here." And he always did. GENIUS. But a bit strange. As geniuses often are.

What type of character would you view as an enticing challenge to play?

Lady MacBeth.

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Awesome: John C. McGinley and Ken Jenkins (Dr. Kelso)

What is La Golda?

Wow, you know your shit!! Its an animation about and 8 year old orphan soccer playing super star who ends up doing heroic acts all over the world for other kids with her team. She's Latina, she's a leader and she's coming to life real soon!

Oh and by the way, here's the link http://kck.st/1cGFPfA

How was it working on Castle?

I was a total couch potato since a weee spud in the Bronx, but I didn't throw it all away to be an actor till way late...my early 20s

Do you feel a scrubs movie would be a great idea? Or would you rather not mess with perfection?

I think you always run the risk. But I love to take risks!

Just a thank you for your portrayal and part in the absolutely hysterical Scrubs. I do not watch much television, but you and your cohorts made it a must-watch for our family. It appears you have been busy since then. Is there work or part you are especially proud of, or maybe found to be personally interesting or satisfying? Regards.

You're welcome and yes. Right now I do a show called Devious Maids that challenges where I am now in my career and as a woman and I look forward to seeing if you respond as positively.

Was working on Scrubs as much fun as it seems? It's the only show that makes me giggle like a schoolgirl.

Yes It was. First big show I had. Felt like a dream.

as a fellow platano, keep representing mujer bella!

Gracias, mi amor!!! Haciendo lo mejor que puedo.

massive scrubs fan, just like to say you are brilliant, keep up the good work!

Thank you! Will do my best.

When was your "Wow, I made it as a successful actor" moment?

When I went to an award show with the whole Scrubs cast. Wierd.

Favorite breakfast food?

Oatmeal. I know. Boring.

I know your being bombarded with questions about Scrubs, but how often do you still talk to your old castmembers? Also I see you have a kickstarter project, can you tell us more about it?

that's the project called LA Golda, an animated series that I'm working on launching independently with GEorge Valencia and Roselyn Sanchez. Inspired, no doubt by Zach Braff. the Kickstarter part. But its inspired by my kid, and it to empower and inspire and help girls and kids internationally with a unique story. Soccer playing super star end up being an ambassador for kids of the world through her passion for the sport and for other kids and their needs with the help of her team. She's latina, a leader and a visionary. A tough little shit, lol!!

Are you still in contact with the other actors from Scrubs?

Just saw Donald and his wife and new baby while on a hike 3 days ago. Kid looks just like him!!! And we ran into Zach and his lady at a pub 3 months ago. It ain't no bromance but the love will ALWAYS be there!

What makes you happy?

My kid, my man. My work.

What are some of your favorite memories from the set of Scrubs? I'm liking Devious Maids, by the way :)

Devious Maids is campy and fun and satire and so much more who I am now as a mother and older and representing 5 Latina women...particularly the climate that can't be ignored, with tongue firmly placed in cheek.

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I love mangu for breakfast and tostones with some dinner!!!!. And I already have a baby daddy:)!

How did you react when you first heard about the musical episode in Scrubs?

Another dream come true. True story: I fell in the shower and fractured my pelvis for that episode!!! I was devasted!!! But Bill Lawrence moved all my scenes around until I recovered so I wouldn't miss a thing. Another amazing thing about being on that show!

What advice would you give to an aspiring actor?

I hate giving advice. I hate being asked for it. I understand some need it but I will say that the one thing every actor needs to hone is the trust of self. Its the hardest thing to do.

One of my favourite Scrubs episode is the musical one. What was it like rehearsing for that one?

I loved every minute of it!!!

Highlight!!!!!

Hi Judy! You must be getting tired of all of the Scrubs questions. I actually just went to your IMDB page and out of all of the things you have been in I have literally only ever watched Scrubs.

So... Scrubs.

I don't have any questions about Scrubs.

You ever had poutine?

No clue what the fuck that is.

Where did you study acting? And how did you find your first agent? First Union gig?

NYC, LAbyrinth Theater Company, Hunter College......

Do you ever wish that Turk and J.D. had invited you to steak night? I mean, it is the world's best meat.

I think Carla wish they did.

Who would win in a fight, you or Rosie Perez?

Definitely Rosie.

Happy belated birthday!

Thank you!

Can you tell us about your scene with Laverne as she was in a coma? What did you do to prepare for such an emotional scene?

Two things took care of that for me: the fact that it was mine and Aloma's last scene together and the writing. Neither of us could stop weeping.

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I really loved Carla but I was ok when Scrubs was over because I was ready to tackle something new for all the reasons you just went on and on and on about above. But the funny thing is that nobody else was ready to let her go because they love her so much. And I had to come to terms with what a huge, blessing that is. And re structure and re invent that for myself. But I've since moved on to a new character and its so exciting. And I'm beyond blessed. I have many missions!!!

Are you a fan of Junot Diaz?

OMG!!!! I've read everything he's written!! I even met him once. To answer that. Yes. I have.

How did you begin your acting career? And how hard was it for you to get your break?

In church with my mom and my sisters. My first big break was an indie with Sam Rockwell called Jack and His Friends. Its out there some where...

Is Ken Jenkins anything like his character in Scrubs

Not really. Except that he's fucking hilarious. He's the sweetest man. One of my favorites.

Can you tell us more about this project called LA GOLDA? http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/711144426/la-golda

that's the project called LA Golda, an animated series that I'm working on launching independently with GEorge Valencia and Roselyn Sanchez. Inspired, no doubt by Zach Braff. the Kickstarter part. But its inspired by my kid, and it to empower and inspire and help girls and kids internationally with a unique story. Soccer playing super star end up being an ambassador for kids of the world through her passion for the sport and for other kids and their needs with the help of her team. She's latina, a leader and a visionary. A tough little shit, lol!!