Dear Seth Rogen,
This past week the New York Television Festival screened my pilot OB/GY Anne at the Tribeca Cinemas in Manhattan. Millions were invited. Dozens came. And can you believe my incredible good fortune? In much the same way you received an Emmy nomination for your fine writing on the 2005 season of Da Ali G Show, I too was nominated for best writer. Seth, you and I are so alike in so many ways. From our multi-hyphenate professions to our passive Judaism to our admiration of pornographic thigh high socks from American Apparel, our similarities are part of what make us so close.
In fact, that’s precisely why I’m afraid the recent news articles that make mention of my New York exploits may have upset you. You should have heard it from me first, but I assume you’ve been reading renowned industry web publications such as TheWrap.com, avclub.com, and DebbieSingerComedy.com. Therefore you know that, unlike you in 2005, I did not lose to John Stewart. That’s right, Seth. I’m sorry to say but I did indeed win the award for “Best Writer” at the festival. I have the hardwear to prove it. Well, a piece of paper, but a very validating one with framing potential.
I know it can be tough to see your friends succeed when you are struggling, Seth Rogen. That’s why I just wanted to reach out and encourage you to stick with it. Don’t feel discouraged by the lack of challenging roles, or the fact that you seem to play the same character in every single movie. Often those in casting have a limited imagination and I know it has nothing to do with the erroneous claim that you write yourself roles catered to your limited acting range. Someday someone will see the magic I see in you. 
So please, don’t feel threatened by my newfound success. I’m still me. You’re still you. We’re still us. This isn’t going to change our relationship one bit. One of these days you too will write something that receives some recognition. Perhaps one day you will even win an award for a project that touches the lives of people the way my pilot touched the lives of the couple that came to see it at the NYTVF. Chin up, amigo! And if you ever need someone to take a look at your pages and give you some tips, just let your old friend Debbie know. I can totally refer you to this great instructor I met at the 2010 Screenwriting Expo.
Stay strong, Seth Rogen. I’ll see you at the top.
Until then,
Debbie
