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TV Guide 29 July 2000Renée O'Connor as Gabrielle
Xena: Warrior Princess
Playing Xena's younger, blonder sidekick on the syndicated series, Renée O'Connor
keeps the fantasy world spinning with her portrayal of whip-smart Gabrielle.
"She has the mentality of a poet but the capcities of killing a man like a warrior." says the 29-year-old O'Connor, a surprisingly soft-spoken Texan. Fans have seen her character evolve from peasant girl to pin-up. "I have matured over the years, and as I felt sexier, (the producers) have allowed Gabrielle to show more skin." she says. Gabrielle's very close bond with Xena has led to speculation about her character's sexual preference. "I can look back... and not be surprised that people thought (they were lovers)," says O'Connor, who's
engaged. "I believe they are soul mates."