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Kristina Baskett sitting on the Iron Throne.

 

Because you have so much experience working on a number of different projects, have there been any films or television series that you were a fan of before you signed on to working on them?

The biggest one has definitely been “Game of Thrones.” I’ve been a fan for a while, and I read all of the books before it was even a show. But I think you get most excited for things that you have a personal connection with. Like I loved “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” as a kid, so it was exciting for me to work on that movie. A lot of times, it’s really just little or personal things that get you excited. We do work pretty consistently, so it’s not as a big of a deal when you’re working on bigger productions.

I personally love working on Disney Channel shows. It seems so silly or so small compared to some of the bigger ones, but I have some of the most fun working with kids and comedy stunts often wind up being some of the most fun.

 

HBO recently did a documentary called, “At the Heart of Gold: Inside the USA Gymnastics Scandal.” For you, being someone who was so involved in the gymnastics world, have you had the chance to watch the program? And what are your thoughts regarding the USA Gymnastics scandal and Larry Nassar?

I have not gotten the chance to watch the documentary yet, but I have followed the story very closely. I spent a lot of time at the ranch when I was younger, and I was treated by Larry Nassar. My main stance on it is I personally never had any bad experiences, and quite honestly, I had a very positive experience in the sport of gymnastics. I am very supportive of victims, and I think any changes that are done to help make the more sport safer, I am completely in support of. But me personally, I had a very positive experience in the sport.

 

Going back to your career, are there any upcoming projects that you’re particularly excited to be working on?

To be honest, “Game of Thrones” took a very large chunk recently. I was over there for eight months last year, and then I took some time to stay home and just be a normal person with my husband. During that time, I kind of dabbled in some TV projects. My career now has kind of been taking on big projects and then have a little bit of downtime until the next one. Right now, I’m just focusing on one that I’m currently working on in Atlanta, which will take up most of the year.

 

You’re obviously a very talented gymnast and stunt worker. But when you do get the chance to be home and relax with your husband, what are some things you enjoy in your free time?

I’m very much into photography. It’s an avenue I’d love to pursue further at some point. I’m kind of known in the stunt business as the photographer. I get a lot of requests for headshots and other projects. So, any time that I do have, I love to put that into photography. And of course, just spend time with my family and my dogs. [LAUGHS]