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Brian Damage · 05-02-2007, 06:05 PM

May 2, 2007 -- JORJA Fox was supposed to die at the end of "CSI" this year - but she has refused to show up on the set to film her "death scene," according to a published report.

A salary dispute with CBS was at the bottom of the unusual stand-off.

Unhappy with Fox's demands, execs decided to kill off her "CSI" character, Sara Sidle, who's romantically involved with boss Gil Grissom (William Petersen).

Fox was scheduled to film Sara's death scene late last month, when her character was supposed to be crushed by a car for the May 17 season finale.

But Fox refused to show up on the set, according to a report that first appeared in the Star.

It forced the show to film an alternate ending - including last-minute script rewrites and flying co-star Marg Helgenberger from L.A. to Vegas for re-shoots,

Fox's rep told The Post yesterday that the actress' future on the show was indeed up in the air.

"Her contract is up and they are in conversations," said the spokeswoman.

The spokeswoman insisted however that Fox did appear on the set to shot the eventual finale, which she called "open ended."

CBS officials declined to comment yesterday.

The re-shoots, done on location over a weekend, cost CBS a bundle - pushing up costs on a show that, because of its heavy reliance on special effects, is already expensive to produce.

This was not Fox's first salary dispute with the show.

In 2004, she and co-star George Eads, who plays Nick Stokes, were fired by CBS after refusing to come to work during a contract dispute.

They were re-hired a few days later.

Fox reportedly rakes in $100,000-per-episode and was demanding a "major raise."

CBS reportedly offered her a "moderate raise," which she balked at.

The gap-toothed Fox, who turns 38 in July, has starred on "CSI" since the crime show launched in 2000.

"CSI" has launched two successful spinoffs, "CSI: New York," starring Gary Sinise, and "CSI: Miami," starring David Caruso.

Pus$y Galore · 05-02-2007, 06:10 PM

DAMN!! For a minute there I was praying it was David Caruso!

Luckymama58 · 05-02-2007, 06:30 PM

It is always sad to me to hear about such disputes.... it is a part of every profession tho...

Jaina · 05-03-2007, 11:22 AM

I'm not trying to be obnoxious or anything, but I'm just wondering where you saw that article. It certainly sounds authentic, but there are so many different theories and explanations as to what's going to happen in the finale I'm curious as to which are most likely to be right.
And I'm selfish, I don't want Sara to die, she's my favourite!

robyrob · 05-03-2007, 12:57 PM

i would much rather see her go than William Petersen - they only have so much of a budget and only ONE PERSON can be the top paid STAR of the show.

Jaina · 05-04-2007, 01:21 AM

Of course William Petersen wouldn't get the boot, he's a producer on the show. Oh well, guess we'll wait and see...

dawsongirl · 05-16-2007, 02:24 AM

I wouldn't mind one bit. I don't really like Sara and I'm no fan of Jorja's acting.

TJL · 05-16-2007, 08:25 AM

I don't understand how not showing up for work is going to make them like you more.

dawsongirl · 05-16-2007, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJL

I don't understand how not showing up for work is going to make them like you more.

lol

Luckymama58 · 05-17-2007, 06:32 AM

I know, the actress isn't endearing herself to anyone these days, on or off the show.

05-02-2007, 06:05 PM	#1
Brian Damage Moderator Forum Legend I'm Rich Bitch Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 62,155	'csi' Star Refuses To Die May 2, 2007 -- JORJA Fox was supposed to die at the end of "CSI" this year - but she has refused to show up on the set to film her "death scene," according to a published report. A salary dispute with CBS was at the bottom of the unusual stand-off. Unhappy with Fox's demands, execs decided to kill off her "CSI" character, Sara Sidle, who's romantically involved with boss Gil Grissom (William Petersen). Fox was scheduled to film Sara's death scene late last month, when her character was supposed to be crushed by a car for the May 17 season finale. But Fox refused to show up on the set, according to a report that first appeared in the Star. It forced the show to film an alternate ending - including last-minute script rewrites and flying co-star Marg Helgenberger from L.A. to Vegas for re-shoots, Fox's rep told The Post yesterday that the actress' future on the show was indeed up in the air. "Her contract is up and they are in conversations," said the spokeswoman. The spokeswoman insisted however that Fox did appear on the set to shot the eventual finale, which she called "open ended." CBS officials declined to comment yesterday. The re-shoots, done on location over a weekend, cost CBS a bundle - pushing up costs on a show that, because of its heavy reliance on special effects, is already expensive to produce. This was not Fox's first salary dispute with the show. In 2004, she and co-star George Eads, who plays Nick Stokes, were fired by CBS after refusing to come to work during a contract dispute. They were re-hired a few days later. Fox reportedly rakes in $100,000-per-episode and was demanding a "major raise." CBS reportedly offered her a "moderate raise," which she balked at. The gap-toothed Fox, who turns 38 in July, has starred on "CSI" since the crime show launched in 2000. "CSI" has launched two successful spinoffs, "CSI: New York," starring Gary Sinise, and "CSI: Miami," starring David Caruso. __________________ The Key to the Kingdom of Heaven: John 3:3 *Money Doesn't Buy Happiness...But I'd Rather Cry in My Private Jet*

05-02-2007, 06:10 PM	#2
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05-02-2007, 06:30 PM	#3
Luckymama58 Senior Member Math Geeks Unite! Join Date: Mar 18, 2001 Location: In my rock and roll fantasy Posts: 2,544	It is always sad to me to hear about such disputes.... it is a part of every profession tho... __________________ We All Use Math Every Day! Everything is Numb3rs! Capt. Jack: Drink up, me hardies, Yo Ho! I reject your reality and substitute my own!-Adam Savage, Mythbuster A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds... With consistency a great soul has simply nothing to do. -Ralph Waldo Emerson RIP Freddie Prinze 1954-1977 You have your star now.

05-03-2007, 11:22 AM	#4
Jaina Frequent Poster Member Join Date: Oct 13, 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 66	I'm not trying to be obnoxious or anything, but I'm just wondering where you saw that article. It certainly sounds authentic, but there are so many different theories and explanations as to what's going to happen in the finale I'm curious as to which are most likely to be right. And I'm selfish, I don't want Sara to die, she's my favourite! __________________ We have enough youth. How about a fountain of smart.

05-03-2007, 12:57 PM	#5
robyrob Moderator Forum Legend certified wackball#3 Join Date: Aug 03, 2003 Location: hiding under the third booth at Arnold's Posts: 50,104	i would much rather see her go than William Petersen - they only have so much of a budget and only ONE PERSON can be the top paid STAR of the show. __________________ * firefox * AdAware * HiJackThis * CoolWebShredder * Spybot * SpywareBlaster * Spyware Terminator * * GeeksToGo * AVG * AntiVir * Avast antivirus * Housecall Online * Sysinternals Security Utilities * * ZoneAlarm * Agnitum-firewall * Comodo Firewall * AVG Anti-Rootkit * RootkitRevealer * ParasiteCheck * * Annoyances * FreeCodecs * Mikes-Hosts-File * GRC.com * MSAntispyware * DVD's * TradeList * myspace *

05-04-2007, 01:21 AM	#6
Jaina Frequent Poster Member Join Date: Oct 13, 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 66	Of course William Petersen wouldn't get the boot, he's a producer on the show. Oh well, guess we'll wait and see...

05-16-2007, 02:24 AM	#7
dawsongirl Forum Legend Member Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 52,914	I wouldn't mind one bit. I don't really like Sara and I'm no fan of Jorja's acting.

05-16-2007, 08:25 AM	#8
TJL Forum Veteran Suburbanite Extrordinaire Join Date: Dec 29, 2001 Location: New Jersey - the cradle of civilization Posts: 16,353	I don't understand how not showing up for work is going to make them like you more. __________________ "I think I'll stroll up to the front to see how the shooting's going..." - Capt. Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce Read my blogs! http://centralparkamisguide.com/ http://dvdcriticscorner.com Visit me on Facebook!http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=641138880 Hey, I do the tweet thing too! http://twitter.com/TomLevier My shop of handmade items! http://www.etsy.com/shop/ColdGarageCreations

05-17-2007, 06:32 AM	#10
Luckymama58 Senior Member Math Geeks Unite! Join Date: Mar 18, 2001 Location: In my rock and roll fantasy Posts: 2,544	I know, the actress isn't endearing herself to anyone these days, on or off the show.

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