By: Markos Papadatos
Emily Alatalo is a Canadian actress and from Ontario, who is known for her portrayal of Ginnie McMillan in "Workin' Moms" and Cate Martin in "Christmas Plus One." She is known for her acting work in rom-coms on Hallmark, Lifetime, and Great American Family.
Most recently, she plays a doctor in the Great American Family series "Crossroad Springs." She shared 10 interesting and exciting things about herself. Did you know? She is the wife of Canadian actor Franco Lo Presti.
Emily's Favorite Movie
Her favorite movie is “Interstellar.” “I really love ‘Interstellar’,” she said. “It is so great!”
Her Favorite Series to Binge
Her favorite series to binge-watch is “Grey's Anatomy.”
Favorite Mottos to Live By
On her favorite mottos to live by, she revealed, “Play every day.”
Favorite Cheat Meal
On her favorite cheat meal, Alatalo said, “I don't really do cheat meals. Honestly, I'm super blessed with a very active lifestyle, but I also just like eat whatever I want whenever I want.”
“I do like healthy food in general. I like meat, cheese, bread, pizza, and lasagna,” she added.
What Emily Alatalo Says is the Best Thing About Being the Age She Is
On the best thing about being her age, she said, “I would say being young enough to still use my body and go on all sorts of adventures, but then smart enough to not do stupid things. So, having fun without making horrible mistakes.”
If Emily Alatalo Could Have a Superpower it Would Be...
Her superpower of choice would be “flying.”
Emily's Favorite Hobbies to Unwind and Relax
Her hobbies to unwind and relax include hiking, being outside, being on the water, and doing anything outdoors.
Emily Alatalo's Favorite Music
When asked about her favorite music, she conceded, “I’m not a huge music person. I love listening to music but I’m not someone who always has it on. Franco is big into music so he always has it playing.”
“I love Marcus Mumford’s new solo album… it’s incredible,” she said.
If Emily Alatalo Was Not an Actress She Might Be...
Her alternate career choice outside of entertainment would be “anything with adventure animals” so perhaps a “tour guide or working on a farm.” “Anything outdoors or with animals is fun,” she said.
The Best Advice She Has Ever Been Given
On the best advice she has ever been given, she said, “I think in regard to marriage and relationships just don’t give up… never give up!
“Giving up is not an option. So, it doesn't matter how hard it is. You just keep going, assuming that you're safe and not being abused or anything,” she explained.
Photo Courtesy of Great American Family
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