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Jill Wagner news
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The gist
Jill Wagner revealed Taylor Sheridan made her rehearse with her non-dominant hand minutes before filming. Fans also learned she hosted ABC's Wipeout from 2008 to 2014.
Background
Jill Wagner stars as Bobby in Taylor Sheridan's spy thriller 'Lioness' on Paramount+. In a recent interview with People, she described Sheridan's demanding directing style, including forcing her to relearn a scene with her non-dominant hand. Meanwhile, fans discovered her past as the host of the game show 'Wipeout', which aired from 2008 to 2014, sparking surprise on social media.
How it unfolded
- 2008 -2014Jill Wagner hosted the ABC game show 'Wipeout'.
- 2023'Lioness' premiered on Paramount+.
- Sep 6, 2026Wagner spoke to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram about filming in Texas heat and her fondness for Fort Worth.
- Sep 8, 2026Wagner's interview with People revealed Sheridan's on-set demand; fans reacted to her 'Wipeout' past.
Who’s saying what
- Fans
- Fans expressed shock and amazement, with one saying 'My mind is blown' upon learning Wagner hosted 'Wipeout'.
- Wagner
- Wagner praised Sheridan for challenging her, saying he 'forces you to run into fire' to improve.