The top 10 TV female icons of the 1960s
The Top 10 TV Female Icons of the 1960s Countless female performers left their indelible mark on television in the 1960s. But here’s a look at least ten who stood out above the rest. Elizabeth […]
The controversial (& very rich) Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling: A closer look
A Closer Look J. K. Rowling was born Joanna Rowling on July 31, 1965, in Yate, Gloucestershire. A philanthropist, Rowling is the author of Harry Potter, a seven-volume fantasy novel series published from 1997 to 2007. Rowling was […]
Golden girl, silver friend: A look back at Estelle Getty’s career
It’s been twenty-one years since the devastating death of beloved Emmy-winning actress Estelle Getty. Best known as the comedically cranky Sophia Petrillo on the classic TV series, The Golden Girls (NBC, 1985-1992), Getty died from Lewy body dementia […]
A look back at TV’s favorite in-laws from ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’
It’s been nine years since the tragic demise of beloved, Emmy-winning actress Doris Roberts. Roberts was best known for her feisty, maternal-in-law role as Marie Barone on TV’s classic sitcom, Everybody Loves Raymond (CBS, 1996-2005). The show […]
A Family-Friendly List of TV’s Top Moms
[Note: This article is an edited excerpt from the book, RETRO ACTIVE TELEVISION: AN IN-DEPTH PERSPECTIVE OF CLASSIC TV’S SOCIAL CIRCUITRY.] There are several key classic TV moms in the history of pop culture, […]
Before They Were Stars They Were On ‘Star Trek: The Original Series’
Many actors were already stars when they made guest appearances on Star Trek: The Original Series (NBC, 1966-1969). For example, both Jane Wyatt and Elinor Donahue first found fame on Father Knows Best before their separate guest spots […]
A Women’s History Story: Bewitched Star Narrated Controversial Documentaries
[Note: This article is edited material based on the two books, The Essential Elizabeth Montgomery: A Guide To Her Magical Performances, and Twitch Upon a Star: The Bewitched Life and Career of Elizabeth Montgomery.] Actress Elizabeth Montgomery, who died […]
In Memory Of Elizabeth Taylor: All She Ever Wanted Was To Be A Housewife
Elizabeth Taylor, who died on March 23, 2011, was one of the most glamorous stars in the history of Hollywood. She won countless awards (including two Oscars), critical acclaim, and devoted fans worldwide. Yet, all […]
‘Jeffersons’ TV Icon Marla Gibbs, Now 93, Once Worked for United Airlines
Marla Gibbs is best known for two of TV’s classic sitcoms, The Jeffersons (CBS, 1975-1985), and 227 (NBC, 1985-1990). An acting icon with a dynamic comedic delivery, Gibbs held several non-Hollywood gigs before she found fame as Florence Johnston on The […]
The Doomed Love, Romance, and Marriage of Sandra Dee and Bobby Darrin: A Tragic Look Back
Bobby Darin, a Frank-Sinatra-esque singer with a list of hits including “Mack the Knife,” was born Walden Robert Cassotto, on May 14, 1936, in New York City, Beloved original Gidget actress Sandra Dee was born Alexandra Zuck on […]