- Troll 2 (1990) is considered a cult classic. It has been referred to as legendary, as well as adored and of course, one of the worst movies ever made. There have been a myriad of and ongoing reviews with titles such as, Troll 2 - So Bad It's Good , When Bad = Oh So Good or 10 Reasons Troll 2 is the Best Worst Movie Ever Made. Mike Stephenson, who played young Joshua, later directed the critically acclaimed documentary, Best Worst Movie (2009). Deborah is often asked why she wasn't in the doc. She was invited numerous times to participate, but was otherwise obligated. Shortly before its release she was able to be filmed and is on the DVD version listed under Bonus Features, as A provocative message from Troll 2's Goblin Queen, Deborah Reed.
- Animal lover, with a special fondness for cats.
- Enjoys engaging with her fans, often as her Troll 2 (1990) character, Creedence. Her 'minions' often call her, My Queen and Your Majesty.
- Promotes going green, which is a nice fit for the Queen of Green (Slime)!.
- It was said by her agency owner that she had a fresh, young face at the age of 30. Well into her 30's, she was often still told she looked too young when auditioning for 'Young Mother' rolls that she had always desired.
- Heritage is mainly English and Danish. Her family chart shows an abundant and far-reaching royal ancestry, including Alfred the Great, King Richard the Lionheart and Charlemagne .
- Owned a production company with her husband, Randy Holman, writing and directing a TV series, soulful client documentaries and campy Ads which they often performed in, until his untimely death in 2012.
- Believes in living a holistic lifestyle.
- When Claudio Fragasso, Troll 2 (1990) director, first introduced her to renowned makeup artist, Maurizio Trani Mauizio, he shook his head, threw his hands up in the air and said in Italian, No, no, no. Too bella! She was confused so the director explained that Mauizio was worried about being able to transform her into the older, unattractive as well as the frightening Creedence character.
- Worked as a makeup artist for TV & Film. Was often hired to work on figures in the political arena, including Former First Lady Rosalyn Carter and Governor Mike Leavitt, US Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and later Secretary of Health and Human Services.
- Deborah was once a contestant on Hollywood Squares (she was a winner!). She is now (2001) the producer of Merrill Cook's radio show in Utah.
- Is an Aide to former Congressman Merrill Cook (2000)
- Has always loved camp and has written and performed in same since her early twenties, her favorite genre.
- Was awarded the very first commercial she auditioned for, a Jessica McClintock Ad.
- Her wardrobe, including jewelry (not the glasses), was from her own ancestral clothing. When she was taken to be fitted she told them she thought she could come up with something better and the rest is history!.
- Loves retro movies, especially with the likes of Bela Lugosi and Vincent Price.
- Children's author.
- Instructed kids in a modeling, acting & self esteem program she developed for a prominent agency. She feels a special affinity for children and their welfare.
- Widely known as Troll 2 Queen, as well as Goblin Queen, Popcorn Queen & Queen of Green.
- Loves to make people laugh.
- Once auditioned with her Golden Retriever, Googie, for a national Chevrolet Ad, which they won. A funny story ensued which she plans to share on her blog.
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