Fan CastingMalibu Rising (book)

by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Story added by artegurl on August 12, 2022

Malibu 1983. Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of one night, each of their lives will be changed forever in this propulsive novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six. Malibu is buzzing with anticipation for Nina Riva's annual party. Everyone wants to be in the company of the famous Rivas: Nina, the surfer and model; her brothers, Jay and Hud, one a championship surfer, the other his renowned photographer; and Kit, the adored baby of the family. As if that picture-perfect family isn't enough, their father is Mick Riva, the legendary singer. By m...read more

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Fan Casting Hudson Riva(Hud)

Role added by kamsismith on April 14, 2023

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Description of Hudson Riva (Hud):

Hudson, known as Hud, is described as tall, stocky, and the smartest among the Riva siblings. He is Mick’s son from an affair with Carol Hudson. Despite being June’s biological child, the Riva family treats Hud as one of their own. Hud takes a backseat to Jay’s fame but forms a symbiotic working relationship with him, capturing photographs of Jay’s surfing. He is kind-hearted and often wishes that Nina would prioritize herself more. Hud develops romantic feelings for Ashley, Jay’s ex-girlfriend, and faces the challenge of revealing their relationship to Jay. He navigates his role as a future father and ultimately works with Jay to support Kit’s surfing career.