Lovely actress talks about her first film role and working with Tina Fey

Star of stage, screen, and television, actress Jane Krakowski has earned such accolades as the Laurence Olivier Award and a Golden Globe nomination. She was the winner of the 2003 Tony Award for her portrayal of Carla in the Broadway musical "Nine," starring opposite Antonio Banderas.

Born in Parsippany, New Jersey, Jane is best known for playing Elaine Vassal on the Emmy Award®-winning dramedy series Ally McBeal. She has guest-starred in such series as Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, Early Edition, Due South, and Everwood. Currently, she plays Jenna Maroney on NBC's 30 Rock.

In 1983, Jane made her motion picture debut as Cousin Vickie in the classic Chevy Chase comedy, "National Lampoon's Vacation." Other film roles include: "Alfie," "Pretty Persuasion," "Stepping Out," "Dance With Me," "The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas," “Surf’s Up,” "Open Season," “Go,” and “Ice Age.” 

In this July 2007 interview, host Cindy Rhodes speaks to the actress about fans remembering her as Cousin Vickie on "Vacation," how she feels about playing the same role on TV each week, and her working relationship with cast mate and producer Tina Fey on 30 Rock.

As part of the promotional tour*, Jane talks about National Friendship Day (August 5th) and a Olay sweepstakes, where viewers can submit a video paying tribute to their special friendship and win an all-expense-paid weekend in New York City, which includes a luxurious spa trip, shopping spree, and a photo shoot with celebrity photographer Brie Childers.
 

*"Sidewalks" is not affiliated with the contest, which ends 8/31/07.
This interview will continue to appear intact beyond the promotional date.