Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Important Update:
AmberBenson.TV was shocked and saddened by allegations made against Buffy The Vampire Slayer’s creator Joss Whedon made by former cast member Charisma Carpenter on the 10th of February 2021. Charisma's allegations have been supported by Amber Benson and other former cast members too.
AmberBenson.TV does not support or condone any form of abuse or bullying and we will always stand with anyone who has experienced abuse. As AmberBenson.TV's creator I have written a post about the situation click here to read it.
In 1999, Amber joined the cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer which is still one of the best and most influential television series in recent history! To this day, it still has an army of loyal fans around the world. I’m not going to post too many details here as the show attracts new fans all the time is available on DVD, streaming services & television.
Amber played Tara Maclay, who, after making her début in Hush, spent 3 seasons as member of the Scooby Gang.
Buffy still attracting new generations of fans even today so with this in mind if you are a first-time viewer there will be some spoilers below.
Her shy smile, honesty, and loyalty made her big hit with fans. Amber's dramatic exit from the show in 2002 was extremely controversial, especially among the LGBTQIA+ community, and still provides a big talking point for fans to this day.
Tara & Willow (Alyson Hannigan) were the first long term openly gay couple on US network television show. Amber played the role of Tara with both honesty and sensitivity, which earned her much deserved praise. The role had a big impact on her life, and Amber continues to support the LGBTQIA+ community.
Buffy The Vampire Slayer is still available on DVD and is currently and on streaming service Disney Plus here in the UK.
Amber’s impact on the Buffy-verse went far beyond her time on screen. Amber joined other cast members and reprise her role as Tara in the Buffy The Slayer: Chaos Bleeds video game. The game is available on Playstation 2, XBOX and Nintendo Gamecube. I bet you’re reading this and thinking “why would I play a game on such an old system?” The game offers far more than just the chance to slay a few vampires. The game is set in season 5, and was written by Christopher Golden & Tom Sniegoski, both of whom have written a number of Buffy the Vampire Slayer tie-in novels and comic books. Chaos Bleeds also has a ton of extras including an interview with Amber.
In 2001, Amber teamed with Christopher Golden to co-write Buffy The Vampire Slayer: “Wilderness” & “Wannablessedbe” a two part comic book. Willow & Tara decided to take Dawn for a picnic but in Sunnydale even a simple plan for a day out can be ruined by demons. This was published by Dark Horse Comics and in 2003 was re-released as graphic novel called Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow and Tara. Christopher would also go on to work with Amber on a number of other projects. (See "The Written Word" section)
2011, Buffy The Slayer Tales was released, a brand new collection of stories set in the Buffyverse. It includes “Innocent” by Amber her story is set at the height of the French Revolution. Claudine (the slayer) learns that vampires aren't the only evil lurking in the world.
In 2012, Amber continued her enduring link to Buffy as she wrote the foreword for Buffy: The Making of a Slayer (The Official Guide) A brand new book celebrating the series written By Nancy Holder. The book offers a look at the creative processes used in the series. Like Amber, Nancy is no stranger to the Buffyverse having written a number of tie in novels including novelisations of episodes from the series and original stories that were not featured in the series.
In 2017, Amber joins her fellow cast member in EW Reunites Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Entertainment Weekly celebrates the hit show's 20th anniversary be uniting almost all of the regular cast. In an exclusive 44 minute documentary PEN website. There's also article in Entertainment Weekly to accompany it. Amber and Alyson discuss their roles as Tara and Willow and the importance of their relationship to the series and the positive impact it had on society too.
This documentary is a must see for fans and the good news is it's completely free to watch just click the link below and hit play. I watched the video myself and I can confirm it does play in the UK I'm not sure about other countries though if anyone has any information on this let me know.
Click here to watch EW Reunites Buffy The Vampire Slayer
As a huge fan of both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and of course Amber herself I enjoyed seeing the Scooby gang back together again I hope you all enjoy the video as much as I did.
'Slayers: Buffyverse Story – An Audible Original Podcast'
On Wednesday the 13th of September 2023, it was announced that Amber had co-written, co-directed, and will star in a brand-new immersive audio drama called ‘Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’. Yes that's right, not only has The Buffyverse returned, Amber once again played Tara Maclay for the first time in more than twenty years.
'Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’ is an Audible Original and is exclusively available on the Audible platform. Fans can buy it now via the UK, US, Canadian and Australian versions of the website and app.
For more information about this exciting podcast series, visit our new dedicated Slayers: A Buffyverse Story page click here.
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV owns nothing Buffy the Vampire Slayer & The Chaos Bleeds Video Game are the property of 20th Century Fox its owners The Walt Disney Company , Audible and all other rights holders. The books and comic books mentioned within are property Amber Benson and all other rights holders. The reunion article and documentary mentioned within are the property of Entertainment Weekly & People Entertainment Network.
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of ‘Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’. All rights belong to Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation/The Walt Disney Company, Audible, and Amber Benson & Christopher Golden. We have no connection to Entertainment Weekly or Sydney Bucksbaum. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project starring, co-written & co-directed by Amber Benson.
AmberBenson.TV was shocked and saddened by allegations made against Buffy The Vampire Slayer’s creator Joss Whedon made by former cast member Charisma Carpenter on the 10th of February 2021. Charisma's allegations have been supported by Amber Benson and other former cast members too.
AmberBenson.TV does not support or condone any form of abuse or bullying and we will always stand with anyone who has experienced abuse. As AmberBenson.TV's creator I have written a post about the situation click here to read it.
In 1999, Amber joined the cast of Buffy The Vampire Slayer which is still one of the best and most influential television series in recent history! To this day, it still has an army of loyal fans around the world. I’m not going to post too many details here as the show attracts new fans all the time is available on DVD, streaming services & television.
Amber played Tara Maclay, who, after making her début in Hush, spent 3 seasons as member of the Scooby Gang.
Buffy still attracting new generations of fans even today so with this in mind if you are a first-time viewer there will be some spoilers below.
Her shy smile, honesty, and loyalty made her big hit with fans. Amber's dramatic exit from the show in 2002 was extremely controversial, especially among the LGBTQIA+ community, and still provides a big talking point for fans to this day.
Tara & Willow (Alyson Hannigan) were the first long term openly gay couple on US network television show. Amber played the role of Tara with both honesty and sensitivity, which earned her much deserved praise. The role had a big impact on her life, and Amber continues to support the LGBTQIA+ community.
Buffy The Vampire Slayer is still available on DVD and is currently and on streaming service Disney Plus here in the UK.
Amber’s impact on the Buffy-verse went far beyond her time on screen. Amber joined other cast members and reprise her role as Tara in the Buffy The Slayer: Chaos Bleeds video game. The game is available on Playstation 2, XBOX and Nintendo Gamecube. I bet you’re reading this and thinking “why would I play a game on such an old system?” The game offers far more than just the chance to slay a few vampires. The game is set in season 5, and was written by Christopher Golden & Tom Sniegoski, both of whom have written a number of Buffy the Vampire Slayer tie-in novels and comic books. Chaos Bleeds also has a ton of extras including an interview with Amber.
In 2001, Amber teamed with Christopher Golden to co-write Buffy The Vampire Slayer: “Wilderness” & “Wannablessedbe” a two part comic book. Willow & Tara decided to take Dawn for a picnic but in Sunnydale even a simple plan for a day out can be ruined by demons. This was published by Dark Horse Comics and in 2003 was re-released as graphic novel called Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow and Tara. Christopher would also go on to work with Amber on a number of other projects. (See "The Written Word" section)
2011, Buffy The Slayer Tales was released, a brand new collection of stories set in the Buffyverse. It includes “Innocent” by Amber her story is set at the height of the French Revolution. Claudine (the slayer) learns that vampires aren't the only evil lurking in the world.
In 2012, Amber continued her enduring link to Buffy as she wrote the foreword for Buffy: The Making of a Slayer (The Official Guide) A brand new book celebrating the series written By Nancy Holder. The book offers a look at the creative processes used in the series. Like Amber, Nancy is no stranger to the Buffyverse having written a number of tie in novels including novelisations of episodes from the series and original stories that were not featured in the series.
In 2017, Amber joins her fellow cast member in EW Reunites Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Entertainment Weekly celebrates the hit show's 20th anniversary be uniting almost all of the regular cast. In an exclusive 44 minute documentary PEN website. There's also article in Entertainment Weekly to accompany it. Amber and Alyson discuss their roles as Tara and Willow and the importance of their relationship to the series and the positive impact it had on society too.
This documentary is a must see for fans and the good news is it's completely free to watch just click the link below and hit play. I watched the video myself and I can confirm it does play in the UK I'm not sure about other countries though if anyone has any information on this let me know.
Click here to watch EW Reunites Buffy The Vampire Slayer
As a huge fan of both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and of course Amber herself I enjoyed seeing the Scooby gang back together again I hope you all enjoy the video as much as I did.
'Slayers: Buffyverse Story – An Audible Original Podcast'
On Wednesday the 13th of September 2023, it was announced that Amber had co-written, co-directed, and will star in a brand-new immersive audio drama called ‘Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’. Yes that's right, not only has The Buffyverse returned, Amber once again played Tara Maclay for the first time in more than twenty years.
'Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’ is an Audible Original and is exclusively available on the Audible platform. Fans can buy it now via the UK, US, Canadian and Australian versions of the website and app.
For more information about this exciting podcast series, visit our new dedicated Slayers: A Buffyverse Story page click here.
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV owns nothing Buffy the Vampire Slayer & The Chaos Bleeds Video Game are the property of 20th Century Fox its owners The Walt Disney Company , Audible and all other rights holders. The books and comic books mentioned within are property Amber Benson and all other rights holders. The reunion article and documentary mentioned within are the property of Entertainment Weekly & People Entertainment Network.
Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of ‘Slayers: A Buffyverse Story’. All rights belong to Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation/The Walt Disney Company, Audible, and Amber Benson & Christopher Golden. We have no connection to Entertainment Weekly or Sydney Bucksbaum. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project starring, co-written & co-directed by Amber Benson.
