We are pleased to announce that our first new columnist signing for 2009 is Jo Weil, one half of what is arguably the world's most popular gay couple.
German actor Jo plays Olli on daytime soap Verbotene Liebe is to join the magazine as a columnist. Jo and Thore Scholermann have shot to global fame with their heartfelt and realistic portrayal of gay couple Olli and Christian and have attracted a global fanbase thanks to bloggers such as Gays of Daytime.
reFRESH Magazine interviewed both actors and shot them for an exclusive editorial on location in Koeln last year. The interview and pictures by photographer Stefan Menne appeared in the Sept/Oct edition.
reFRESH Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief David Tickner is in no doubt that Jo will be a great asset to the magazine, “When I first came across Verbotene Liebe and watched some of the episodes online it was obvious that both these actors have exceptional talent and it is no surprise they both have such a huge following. Jo will be given a free rein to talk about his life, his experiences and air his views and I’m very much looking forward to see how his column will develop.”
Jo is also excited about his first signing as a columnist, “reFRESH is a modern and stylish magazine. I really love the thought of being part of the team and to get the great opportunity to reach my international fans. In my column I will share my opinions and thoughts concerning a variety of themes that move me. I hope you will enjoy that little glimpse of my life.”
Jo’s first column will appear in the Mar/Apr edition of reFRESH Magazine, out at the end of February 2009.

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