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Mark Harmon shared a touching tribute after the death of his ex-boss and colleague, former NCIS showrunner George Schenck.

NCIS' Mark Harmon Shares Mournful Tribute After Death Of Former NCIS Showrunner George Schenck

The list of truly great spin-offs isn't very long. For every Maude, there's an AfterMASH and a W*A*L*T*E*R. Far too often, executives misunderstand what audiences love about the source material. Worse, spinoffs are frequently made as hopeful cash-ins, rather than because there's a a real, creative reason. Enos of The Dukes of Hazzard gets his own show because he has a catchphrase, not because we're all sat wondering what he'd be like in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, hearing Sonny Shroyer repeat "Possum on a gumbush!" couldn't justify any more than a paltry 18 episodes.

Cindy Williams initially refused to do Laverne & Shirley

The concept of "cool" is thrust upon us early and can mold our entire youth. Do we chase it? Have we embodied it? Will it elude us? Is it cooler to stop trying to be so cool? Where do we land on a scale of Gilligan to Fonzie?. Entire generations...

Henry Winkler shaped The Fonz, and insisted on showing what was there ''underneath the cool''

Bonded by a similar background and a shared love for comedy, it's difficult to imagine what Andy Griffith and Don Knotts couldn't do when working together. Although Knotts originally joined The Andy Griffith Show as Barney Fife, Griffith quickly realized that Knotts had talent behind the scenes and invited Knotts to join the writing room that developed episodes for the series.

Andy Griffith had the seat Don Knotts used during table readings bronzed and sent it as a goodbye gift when Knotts left the series

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	Betty A. Bridges, who guested on dozen of popular TV series during a 40-year career ranging from Good Times and Charlie’s Angels to Lou Grant and Hill Street Blues to ER and 2 Broke Girls and later was a prominent acting coach, died August 27. She was 83.Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries




	She died at the Phoenix home of her son, Diff’rent Strokes and reality TV star Todd Bridges, where she had been in hospice care. Rep Elizabeth Much confirmed her death to Deadline, but no cause was given.






	Born on August 1, 1941, Betty Bridges got...

Betty A. Bridges Dies: 40-Year Actor On ‘Good Times’, ‘ER’, ‘Hill Street Blues’ & Mother Of Todd Bridges Was 83

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It's been 35 years since iconic actress Amanda Blake died of AIDS-related hepatitis on August 16, 1989. Best known as Miss Kitty Russell on TV's long-running Western Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975), Blake was a trailblazer on and off-screen. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Pioneer Actress Amanda 'Miss Kitty' Blake ('Gunsmoke'): 35 Years After Her Tragic Death

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Mark Harmon just shared a touching tribute to a longtime co-worker from his days on NCIS. Mark learned of the passing of his friend and spoke about how important he was to the show throughout its run. Here is who died and what Mark Harmon had to say about the...

Mark Harmon Mourns Loss Of ‘NCIS’ Veteran & Friend

We've all seen our fair share of gasp-inducing television moments, but remember a few decades ago when the most shocking thing on television was Mary Tyler Moore in pants?. If you remember Laura Petrie of The Dick Van Dyke Show in her capri pants, you might also remember the strange uproar surrounding it. Women wearing pants? Unheard of! However, Mary Tyler Moore explained in an interview with The Patriot-News that her attire didn't affect the viewers; rather, it was the network that took issue with it.

Here's the real reason why Laura Petrie wore pants on The Dick Van Dyke Show

It's been 33 years since actress Nancy Kulp died of cancer in 1991 at 69. Best known as Miss Jane Hathaway on TV's classic country comedy, The Beverly Hillbillies(CBS, 1962-1971, Kulp was a trailblazing political advocate. She was a Democratic nominee for the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania’s 9th congressional district. She later worked as an artist-in-residence at Juniata College and taught acting. And she was also gay. Long divorced, she came out of the closet at the age of 67 and acknowledged she was a lesbian. This is her story.

The Secret Gay Life of Nancy Kulp ('The Beverly Hillbillies'): 33 Years After Her Tragic Death

Jim Nabors refused to fire co-star Frank Sutton and then CBS cancelled his TV variety show. Here's what happened. The Jim Nabors Hourwas broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1971, following Nabors' decision to end his hit sitcom Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969).

Jim Nabors Refused to Fire Co-Star Frank Sutton and Then CBS Cancelled His TV Variety Show

A wise woman once said, "It's me, hi. I'm the problem, it's me." These aren't just pretty words; they're an important reminder to always be aware of your own behavior. Being self-aware is an important quality for anyone to have. By recognizing your own flaws, you open yourself up for the opportunity to grow and become better.

Pernell Robert admitted he was the troublemaker on the Bonanza set

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Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

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Barry Williams starred as Greg Brady in the classic American television series The Brady Bunch, which originally aired from 1969 to 1974. During his time on the show, Williams quickly became a teen idol, with his character often taking center stage in episodes that explored typical adolescent challenges such as dating, peer pressure, and sibling rivalry.

Barry Williams Takes His 12-Year-Old Daughter On Tour Through Iconic ‘Brady Bunch’ Set

Actor Richard Deacon found fame on classic TV sitcoms such as The Dick Van Dyke Show (CBS, 1961-1966), on which he played Mel Cooley, and Leave it to Beaver (CBS, 1957-1963), in which which he portrayed neihbor Fred Rutherford. Both characters were married to women, while Fred had a son.

The Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Deacon ('Dick Van Dyke Show'): 30 Years After His Tragic Death

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Talk show legend Phil Donahue has died, his family confirmed in a statement. He was 88 years old. Donahue was surrounded by his family at the time of his death on Sunday, August 18, including his wife, Marlo Thomas, his kids and grandkids, per multiple outlets. The late TV personality died “following a long illness.”...

Phil Donahue Dead Following a Long Illness: Legendary Talk Show Host Was 88 Years Old

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It's been twenty years since Murphy Brown TV sitcom actor Robert Pastorelli was found dead in his Hollywood Hills home from what was ruled an accidental drug overdose. He was only 49 years old, and this is his tragic story.

The Troubled Life of 'Murphy Brown'  Actor Robert Pastorelli: 20 Years After His Tragic Death













	Mitzi McCall, whose five-decade resume in entertainment included 11 films, 14 TV shows and many animated series voice-overs, died August 8 at her home in Studio City, CA, at age 91. No details on cause were immediately available.Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries




	Her husband and comedy partner, Charlie Brill, confirmed her death in a Facebook post. “I lost my Mitzi last night. Rest in peace my one and only love…Rest in peace and laughter.”








	McCall and Brill appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show on February 9, 1964, better known as the U.S. television debut of The Beatles;...

Mitzi McCall Dies: Film & TV Actress And Comedian Who Followed The Beatles On ‘Ed Sullivan’ Was 91

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Gilligan’s Island star Tina Louise admitted that she never expected her iconic role of Ginger Grant to last as long as it did. “I thought it was going to just last six months, but it seemed to go on forever,” Tina, 90, confessed with a laugh during a recent appearance on New York Living this month.

Tina Louise Never Expected ‘Gilligan’s Island’ to Last 3 Seasons: ‘I Didn’t Really Want to Do It’

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"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

It's been two decades since beloved actor Roy Stuart died tragically by cancer at 78 on Christmas Day in 2005 in Woodland Hills, CA. Best known for his genial role as Corporal Chuck Boyle on TV's classic hit sitcom, Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969), Stuart was a respected actor who made countless other appearances on TV, film and the stage. This is his story.

In Memory of Actor Roy Stuart ('Gomer Pyle - USMC'): Two Decades After His Tragic Death From Cancer

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Cindy Williams walked off Laverne & Shirley during the first season

Integrity is a tricky thing. While our principles might seem like the most important thing to us, is there a dollar amount for which we'd be...

Cindy Williams walked off Laverne & Shirley during the first season

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