01/09/2025 - 01/10/2025 Daily OFMD Recap

01/15/2025 3:29 pm EST
TLDR; OFMD Cancellation Anniversary; David Jenkins; Rhys Darby; Con O'Neill; Vico Ortiz; Samba Schutte; Kristen Johnston;  Andy Rydzewski ; Additional Cast & Crew in LA Status; LA Fire Resources; Charity Raffle!; Love Notes; 

Hey Crew sorry I'm behind again. With the fires happening my job is very busy and I'm a bit exhausted. Will try to catch up as much as I can tonight!  

== OFMD Cancellation Anniversary ==

January 9th was the 1 year cancellation anniversary of our first cancellation of Season 3. So many of you folks shared some wonderful feelings and memories you had that day and since that day. It was an anniversary full of melancholy, but it was also lovely to see how much people got out of the fandom since then.
Our friends over at @adoptourcrew also sent out some prompts to help us reflect about OFMD an what it means to us! Did you get a chance to share your thoughts?

Bluesky post by Adopt Our Crew (‪@ adoptourcrew.bsky.social‬): 'We were devastated last year when @ david-jenkins.bsky.social shared the cancellation news. But here we still are…building community, creating fanworks, and loving on our show. There are SO many reasons why we’d like someone to # AdoptOurCrew. Tell us why you think # OurFlagMeansDeath should be saved!' Attached to the post is a graphic that reads 'Share your love - Why should Our Flag Means Death be saved? # SaveOFMD # AdoptOurCrew @ AdoptOurCrew'.​​​​​​​

Bluesky post by Adopt Our Crew (‪@ adoptourcrew.bsky.social‬): 'If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that the # OFMD fandom is here to stay. It really is about belonging to something. Whether a virtual or in-person event, creating art, writing fic, yapping about the show, or boosting others - what’s something OFMD-related that you’re looking forward to?' Attached to the post is a graphic that reads 'Share your excitement - What's something OFMD-related you're looking forward to? # SaveOFMD # AdoptOurCrew @ AdoptOurCrew'​​​​​​​

Bluesky post by Adopt Our Crew (‪@ adoptourcrew.bsky.social‬): 'We are constantly blown away by the sheer level of talent on this ship (pirate flag emoji, pink hearts emoji). Show your # OurFlagMeansDeath pride by sharing your favorite piece of unofficial # OFMD merch! # SaveOFMD # AdoptOurCrew'. Attached to the post is a graphic that reads 'Share your pride - What's your favorite piece of unofficial OFMD merch? # SaveOFMD # AdoptOurCrew @ AdoptOurCrew'​​​​​​​​​​​​​​.

Src: Adopt Our Crew Blusky

== Cast & Crew Sightings ==

= David Jenkins = 

Chaos Dad has some not so great news, our Director of Photography, Mike Berlucchi lost his home in the Altadena fire. If you're interested in helping/have the capacity, you can do so at his families Go Fund me Page:  https://gofund.me/01f98349

By the time this was posted, the donation goal has been met and then some! Well done Crew! Thank you for giving back to the folks who made our show so wonderful in their time of need!

David also shared the go fund me for another friend and sent love our way when @summerlinenss cross posted it on bsky <3. If you would like to/have the capacity, you can donate to Jamie & Carolyn here.

Bluesky post by David Jenkins‪ (@ david-jenkins.bsky.social), quoting a post by jess (‪@ SummerLinenss.bsky.social‬), which reads: 'hey crew! i know there’s a lot going on right now, but DJ shared this GoFundMe to help his friends who lost their home in the eaton fire. as of right now they’re still under 50% of their goal. i think sharing the link is the least we can do, especially today (link to Jamie & Carolyn's GoFundMe).' David's response is:‬ 'You are the kindest motherfuckers ‪(pirate flag emoji, purple heart emoji).'

And more love from David

Bluesky post by David Jenkins‪ (@ david-jenkins.bsky.social), quoting a post by Heathah Feathah‬ ‪(@ NKCoverGrrl.bsky.social‬), which reads: 'If we can raise money for a billboard we can raise money for this! Let’s go, Crew! # OFMD' David's response is:‬ 'You are truly the champagne of fandoms ‪(purple heart emoji).'

Source: David Jenkins Bsky

= Rhys Darby = 

Folks have asked how LA folks are doing and Rhys and family are currently in AONZ so they are safe! We've also heard that the Darby family animals and house is still okay!In other news Rhys was interviewed on TheProject!

Portrait photo of Rhys shot from the hip up. He is dressed smartly in a blue & white striped button-down shirt and a dark blue suit jacket and is looking at the camera with an open-mouthed smile. 'Friday' is written in large capital letters at the top of the image, and 'Rhys Darby. The Project' at the bottom.

Source: Rhys Instagram Stories


There's More BadJellyTV with Rhys clips!

Source: Rhys' Instagram

= Con O'Neill = 

Radio Times wrote an article about the cast involved in SAS Rogue Heroes with a fabulous shot of our Izzy as General Montgomery!
Radio Times Article 

Screenshot from the Radio Times Article about the SAS Rogue Heroes cast. There is a photo of Con wearing an olive green military uniform, looking sternly at the camera with his hands behind his back. Above is the subheading 'Con O’Neill plays General Montgomery', and the image caption reads: 'Con O'Neill as General Montgomery in SAS Rogue Heroes. BBC/Banijay UK/Robert Viglasky'

Source: Radio Times

= Vico Ortiz =

More OFMD S2 BTS! This time featuring Archie, Olu and Jim! Check it out over at Vico's Paid Patreon!

Source: Vico's Paid Patreon

= Samba Schutte = 

Samba shared a video of him (and his wife Aria!) in a skit with Jean Claude Van Damme!


Source: Samba's Instagram

Also, Samba and Aria's kiddo turned one!

Samba's Instagram Story where he shared a post from his partner Aria (@ AriaBruss): a photo of their child's hand reaching out to grab some seashells from Aria's outstretched palm. Above the photo, Samba has added 3 sparkle emojis.Another photo from Aria's post, shared to Samba's Instagram Stories: Samba sits on the sand with his arms wrapped tightly around his kid, who is snuggling in close with their face hidden from the camera. The photo is taken from a slight distance, so a large portion of the image is taken up by the bright blue sky. A tall palm tree can be seen in the background, and a waxing gibbous moon at the top of the photo. Above, Samba has again added 3 sparkle emojis.





















Source: Samba's Instagram

= Kristen Johnston = 

Our dear Widow Evelyn sent us some puppy pictures to boost morale with the fires going on!

Bluesky post by Kristen Johnston (‪@ TheKristenJohnston.bsky.social)‬ with two photos showing two dogs each. The post reads: 'Dog joy in case anyone needs it (blue heart emoji) tonight'.

Source: Kristen Johnston's bsky

= Andy Rydzewski =

One of our Cinematographers, Andy Rydzewski is evacuated and safe from the LA Fires! So glad to hear it.

Instagram story by Andy Rydzewski (@ FilmAndy) with white writing on a black background: 'If you have been evacuated, AirBNB is providing free stays for evacuees from the LA wildfires. Apply here: Care.211cs.org. And thank you to everyone who has reached out. We were evacuated Tuesday and are safe.'


Source: Andy's Instagram

== Additional Cast & Crew in LA Status ==

Samba and Family Seem to be safe, no reporting of issuesDominic Burgess - Safe so farDamien Gerard - Safe so farLindsey Cantrell - Safe so far

== LA Fire Resources ==

A lot of the cast & crew have been sharing LA Fire Resources on Instagram and Lindsey's been really active so I wanted to share something that I didn't realize (and I'm in the disaster aid sector for work!).  I wasn't able to find the article she mentioned, but I did find a similar one more recently which I'll attach as well: 

https://laist.com/news/climate-environment/los-angeles-eaton-palisades-wildfire-aid-fema-gofundme

Instagram Story by Lindsey Cantrell (@ linds_cantrell): a photo showing a small part of the destruction caused by the fires with text written over it: To those who set up a GoFundMe - (I can't find the link I saw late last night) but, I read how important your wording is on your page when it comes to insurance. Make sure you have it written something like 'to help rebuild our lives'. Not so specific like 'to help fund a new house'. Because insurance companies will try to screw you on the wording and adjust your claim as such, thinking you've already got money coming in. Cannot imagine what you're going through, but please make sure you get as much help as you can & not have the wording mess things up down the line. I'll try to find that article again, otherwise please share around. @ CrewStoriesIG # LoveYouCrew.

In Addition, I've been trying to compile some feeds on blusky for when I see cast & crew share information (and I make sure to vet it) when it comes to where to donate or community resources. LA Fires, Where To DonateLA Fires, ResourcesSomething to keep in mind, for those trying to help, donation needs change on the daily, so if you're really looking to help certain groups (Ex: Pasadena Humane Society) be sure to follow their socials as they'll be the most up to date with what their needs are.

Thank you to all the awesome people who have been sharing ofmdbz, @summerlinenss, and everyone who's tagged those feeds <3

= Charity Raffle = 

Our fabulous crewmate Irene Adler has put together this Charity Raffle to help support people affected by the LA Fires! Check out below how to enter and make a difference!

Caption of @ _irene_adler's Instagram post: 'I had planned to start this charity raffle later in the year, but LA is on fire. So let’s do this! I will draw winners on Feb 28th. First prize up is a locket made by me that contains a shard of glass from one of the actual Revenge lanterns! These lockets have never been sold - I have only gifted them to cast, crew, and close friends. You will not be able to buy one at any price, so if you want to keep a piece of the actual set with you forever, here’s your chance. If our donations reach $2500 I will throw in a second prize of a signed cast picture of Con, Vico, Rhys, Kristian, and Nathan! If we reach $5000 I’ll add one of Con’s famous Goorin Bros 'BUTCH' caps - signed by the man himself. And if we reach higher stretch goals there will be other very cool prizes added. Raffle entries are your completed donation to a vetted Go Fund Me campaign - either for the # OurFlagMeansDeath DP who lost his home, or one of the local ones listed on Go Fund Me’s Wildfire Relief fund. $10 per entry - if you want to donate more, you’ll get an entry for every $10 donated. I will have links in my stories and below. You must email me a screencap of your donation with amount and date visible, and let me know your social handle if you’d like. Email to: OFMDonate @ gmail.com. Please help LA recover from these devastating, still burning fires. # OFMDonate.'


OFMD’S DP fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-mike-and-danielle-rebuild-after-fire

GOFUNDME WILDFIRE RELIEF FUND: https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/california

Screenshot showing just the last part of the Instagram post caption: 'Raffle entries are your completed donation to a vetted Go Fund Me campaign - either for the # OurFlagMeansDeath DP who lost his home, or one of the local ones listed on Go Fund Me’s Wildfire Relief fund. $10 per entry - if you want to donate more, you’ll get an entry for every $10 donated. I will have links in my stories and below. You must email me a screencap of your donation with amount and date visible, and let me know your social handle if you’d like. Email to: OFMDonate @ gmail.com. Please help LA recover from these devastating, still burning fires. # OFMDonate.'

A rectangular locket with a silver frame and a clear center containing a small shard of clear glass.

Here are the stretch goal prizes!

A small black pouch with 'Our Flag means Daddy' written on it in pink, in the same font as the OFMD logo. 

A baseball cap with an English bulldog and the word 'butch' embroidered on it. The main part of the hat is a light beige and the visor has a camouflage pattern. Handwritten in black marker on the side of the cap are the words 'I love this hat, with love (Con's signature).' A photo of Rhys, Nathan, Kristian, Con and Vico, taken at StarFury Convention. They have each signed their name on the photo.


























Source: Irene Adler's Instagram

== Love Notes ==

Thinking of you crew, miss you. 

Source: Swagvoid Instagram

Instagram post by @ TwilloStory: a minimalist watercolour illustration of a giant rainbow-coloured hammock strung between two stylised, triangular mountains. A person's legs can be seen dangling from the hammock, and their hands can be seen holding a book. Text at the bottom of the picture reads: 'I hope you find time to be happy and not just strong'.


Source: Twillostory IG

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