Letter from Mr. Culp to the fans
December 2002
"Dear Fans,
First the good news. If all goes according to plan, I will be shooting four
episodes of JAG in February, they will be the last four episodes of the season.
(We're shooting early to accomodate Catherine's pregnancy.) I can't tell you
anything more about the storyline, but from what I've heard it sounds terrific.
Now, the bad news. I have learned that at least forty minutes has been cut
from "Star Trek" Nemesis." The original cut came in at over two and a half
hours and the filmakers have been working to get it down to under two hours.
As a result the character of Martin Madden (my character) is on the cutting
room floor, along with many other scenes and characters. There's a possibility
that he could show up somewhere on the DVD, but it's just a possibility. Too
bad-my wife was really looking forward to seeing me in the Star Trek uniform!
You will get to see me in an upcoming episode of "24". I don't know when it
will air, but it takes place from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.
Hope you all enjoy "The Emperor's Club"
Best wishes to you all, and have a wonderful holiday season!
Sincerely,
Steven Culp"