Avianna Mynhier on Playing Maxx in the New Series Blue Ridge

Avianna Mynhier is probably best known for playing Rachel Ward in AMC's hit series The Walking Dead, and this year, fans shouldn't miss out on her brand-new series, Blue Ridge.

The show, available on the Cowboy Way Channel, follows a sheriff and his deputies as they investigate a murder in a small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Making things even more complicated, the death revives a long feud between rival families. Avianna plays Maxx Covington, one of the officers racing the clock to save the case, and we got to chat with her about her history with acting and the new series in the interview below.

Sweety High: When did you discover your passion for acting? Was there any specific a-ha moment that made you realize it was the path for you?

Avianna Mynhier: I discovered my passion for acting through dance! Storytelling through movement is how it all started. Then, eventually, that translated to acting. It was a sort of long-term realization.

(Photo credit: Wes Klain)

 

SH: What would you say was your first big break?

AM: My first big show was AMC's The Walking Dead, but I probably put on a mean sock puppet show or two growing up. 🙂

(The Walking Dead via AMC)

 

SH: Can you tell us a little bit about Blue Ridge? What's the series about, and where does your character, Maxx, fit into the equation?

AM: Blue Ridge is an action-crime drama set in a town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, following a new sheriff and his two deputies as they solve crimes. I play a smart, brave and compassionate deputy named Maxx Covington. She's still learning the ropes in many ways, but she's got a strong passion for serving the community.

(Blue Ridge via Cowboy Way Channel)

 

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SH: Would you say you're like Maxx in real life? In what ways are you similar, and in what ways are you very different?

AM: Oh, great question! I'd say we're both pretty brave, but Maxx is definitely more street-smart than I am!

 

SH: What's been your favorite moment from the set so far? Any extra memorable moments from the cast?

AM: It was such a blast to welcome all of these badass professional wrestlers and bodybuilders to set for Episode 3—people like James Storm and Mike O'Hearn! They're legends. Seeing them do wild stunts in the wrestling ring was incredible! I also loved going to the local arcade with the cast and crew on St Patrick's Day. So much bonding happens in those moments. You really start to feel like a team.

(Blue Ridge via Cowboy Way Channel)

 

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SH: Is there anything you can't wait for fans to see as the season unfolds?

AM: I can't wait for fans to see how many exciting worlds we dive into throughout the series—from wrestling to music to horseback riding and more!

 

SH: Where else can we see your work?

AM: You can catch me on AMC's The Walking Dead, Amazon's Panic, Showtime's The Affair and Nickelodeon's Henry Danger and Danger Force. I also just worked on a new Netflix show that I'm excited to share more about soon!

(Image courtesy of Avianna Mynhier)

 

SH: Is there anything else you'd like to add?

AM: To anyone reading this, I'd say chase your dreams with unwavering optimism! Who knows? You might just find yourself on a grand ol' adventure.

 

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