Behind The Scene Interview

Actress Alise Willis 

Suppose you are looking for a thrilling, suspenseful series to end your summer; you may want to watch Netflix thriller-drama series "Echoes". This show will keep you interested and wondering what is next for each episode. Willis is someone to watch on streaming video. Known for the recent hit show Echos, she has shared her perspective on how she became a part of the show and what's next for her in entertainment. 

Vegas Scene talks to her behind the scenes; here is what she had to say. The up-and-coming actress Alise Willis co-stars as 'Meg' opposite Michelle Monaghan in the recently released Netflix thriller-drama series "Echoes," the #1 series on Netflix's TOP 10.  She also stars as series regular 'Lacey' in the BET and Tyler Perry-produced drama series "Ruthless," set to return later this year. She also had an iconic role as 'The Bathing Girl' in Netflix's COMING 2 AMERICA (2021), the sequel to the iconic COMING TO AMERICA film starring Eddie Murphy.

Netflix's "Echoes" follows identical twins Leni' and 'Gina' (Monaghan), who have secretly swapped their lives back and forth since childhood, culminating in a double life as adults. But when one sister disappears, their lives start to fall apart, and everything in their perfectly schemed world becomes chaotic. Willis plays 'Meg', Leni's best friend who has been burdened by her friend's indiscretions, ultimately revealing her secrets as she searches for where 'Leni' has gone.

"Ruthless," the fan-favorite one-hour drama series by Tyler Perry for BET+. This unique star said she loves to travel and has gone to places such as South Africa Brazil Moroco Venice, Tailand. Tolume Portorico. She was gearing up for another big trip to Egypt for her Brothers 30th birthday. She has always been on my bucket list. 22-hour flight. You must be there to experience it!" She said traveling is part of what molded her into who she is today. Her theory when traveling is to live as the locals live! She told me it is more satisfying to ask and experience local cuisine and culture! Willis has had a well-rounded experience with traveling and culture. One place she mentioned was where she lived in Paris and London for about three years.

 Before the big screen, Willis was a model for Fashion Week. In earlier years, the new hit star attributes her teenage career to modeling 16 high fashion runways in NY. No repress. Knocked door to door and did not take no for an answer from the agent and modeling. A learning experience for sure! Lots of growing campaigns South Africa. "You can't take NO for an answer!" Alise, making your dreams come true. In her journey, she realizes she has a lot of Nos. For anyone struggling, it's about persistence and drive, not giving up, and having Faith that things will work out.

Alise said she Liked to be surprised by wearable clothes. A look at the past reminds us of the old—designer friend to hers, Laquan Smith fashion. Favorite daily wear love 511" Loves to wear highest heal, fashion is an expression. Dresses upon how she feels. Alise loves to work out; she states "Kickboxing all women's find what you love to do. Working out is her release, yoga in the park. Active group class keeps her motivated!"

I asked the star an off-the-wall question about Coming to America 2: how was it working with some of the many talented stars? Willis told me, "Things move so fast in the industry that she has to focus on what is next. Manifested and praying, daughter of Eddie Murphy Royal Bather. Atlanta, Georgia, was fun to be around the greats." Ruthless will be back, Willis says, where she works closely with - "Tyler Perry, who she says has stretched her talent in many ways," and working with the star-studded cast was an authentic family atmosphere. It helped her prepare her for different roles. Shoot fast, no time for slacking.

"Nothing worth comes easy, close to God, spiritual, having inner strength that pushes you." Power God is number one in her life.

She credits everything she has to God, being unafraid to give him praise and always be connected to him. I enjoyed talking with the star and hearing her incredible success story, her tribute to Faith, and credit to God's hand in all her success. Echo is a fantastic show with lots of twists and turns. If you like suspense, you need to see the series and determine whether there will be another series. Publicity photos provided by: Alise Willis

Cindy Rodriguez
VSM