Join New York City's Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art --- MoCCA --- in celebrating the world of Archie Comics, from November 19, 2009 through February 28, 2010.
The exhibition, which kicks off with a special evening reception on November 19, will feature pages and pages of rare comic art, as well as vintage house ads, news clippings, custom collectibles, toys and other merchandise from Archie's 65-plus years as America's eternal teenager.
For more info, check the museum's site, particularly this page!
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Sunday, November 01, 2009
BRBTV birthdays for November
- Timothy Patrick Murphy, who was Mickey Trotter on "Dallas," was born on November 3, 1959 and died December 6, 1988.
- Kate Reid, who was Mickey's mom Lil on "Dallas," was born on November 4, 1930 and died March 27, 1993.
- Deborah Rennard, our own Sly Lovegren on "Dallas," turns 50 on November 4.
- Todd McKee, our own original Ted Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 46 on November 7.
- Russell Johnson, who is a BRBTV triple-shot for playing Sheriff Wyatt Mansfield on "Dallas," Earl Thompson on "Dynasty" and the third Roger Wainwright (Julia's dad) on "SB," turns 85 on November 10.
- Jack Scalia, the mysterious Nicholas Pearce / Joey Lombardi on "Dallas," has a birthday on November 10, as well, turning 59.
- Vincent Irizarry, a bigtime soaper who was Scott Clark on "SB," turns 50 on November 12.
- Dack Rambo, the hunky Jack Ewing of "Dallas," was born on November 13, 1941 and died of AIDS on March 21, 1994.
- Tracy Scoggins, our Monica Colby of "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," as well as Anita Smithfield on "Dallas: War of the Ewings," turns 56 on November 13.
- Edward Asner, the voice of Roland Daggett in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 80 on November 15.
- Tricia Cast, who was Christy Duvall on "Santa Barbara," turns 41 on November 16.
- George O. Petrie, who played Harv Smithfield on "Dallas," was born on November 16, 1912 and died November 16, 1997.
- Brandon Call, the third Brandon DeMott Capwell on "SB," who was also notable as J.T. Lambert on ABC's sitcom "Step By Step" (side-by-side with Sasha Mitchell and Patrick Duffy of "Dallas"), as well as Hobie Buchanon in the syndicated "Baywatch," turns a so-young 33 on November 17.
- Rock Hudson, who played Daniel Reece on "Dynasty," was born on November 17, 1925 and, like Dack Rambo, died of AIDS, on October 2, 1985.
- Linda Evans, Hudson's on-screen love interest for a time, as Krystle on "Dynasty," turns 67 on November 18.
- Jocelyn Brando, who was John Ross' nanny Mrs. Reeves on "Dallas," was born on November 18, 1919 and died November 27, 2005.
- Joseph Campanella, a true classic actor who is a BRBTV triple-shot for his roles as mobster Joseph Lombardi Sr. on "Dallas" and Hutch Corrigan on "The Colbys," as well as Dr. Matthew Thorne on "Batman: TAS," turns 82 on November 21.
- Deborah Shelton, the stunning Mandy Winger on "Dallas," turns 61 on November 21.
- Maxwell Caulfield, our own Miles Colby of "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," turns 50 on November 23.
- Michael Brainard, our final Ted Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 44 on November 23.
- Roscoe Born, our "SB" evil-twin actor as Robert Barr and Quinn Armitage, turns 59 on November 24.
- Howard Duff, who was Sen. Henry Harrison O'Dell on "Dallas," then Paul Galveston on the spinoff, "Knots Landing," was born on November 24, 1913 and died July 8, 1990.
- And ... sigh ... one of BRBTV's very favorite actors ... the wonderful, the great, the accomplished, the amazing (!) Ricardo Montalban, who was Zach Powers on "The Colbys" among so many other things, was born on November 25, 1920, and died on January 14, 2009.
- Marcy Walker, our own Eden Capwell of "SB" who since has settled into work for God's Kingdom, turns 48 on November 26.
- Joshua Harris, our darling little Christopher Ewing of "Dallas," is a big boy now, turning 31 on November 27.
- Stephen Elliott, who was Scotty Demarest on "Dallas," was born on November 27, 1918 and died May 21, 2005.
- Sherilyn Wolter, the evil Elena Nikolas / Capwell on "SB," has a birthday on November 30, turning 58.
- Efrem Zimbalist Jr., who voiced Alfred the butler in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 91 on November 30.
- Kevin Conroy, who voiced Batman in "Batman: The Animated Series" and all the other series that spun off from it, as well as playing Bart Fallmont on "Dynasty," turns 54 on November 30.
Happy birthday to all!
- Kate Reid, who was Mickey's mom Lil on "Dallas," was born on November 4, 1930 and died March 27, 1993.
- Deborah Rennard, our own Sly Lovegren on "Dallas," turns 50 on November 4.
- Todd McKee, our own original Ted Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 46 on November 7.
- Russell Johnson, who is a BRBTV triple-shot for playing Sheriff Wyatt Mansfield on "Dallas," Earl Thompson on "Dynasty" and the third Roger Wainwright (Julia's dad) on "SB," turns 85 on November 10.
- Jack Scalia, the mysterious Nicholas Pearce / Joey Lombardi on "Dallas," has a birthday on November 10, as well, turning 59.
- Vincent Irizarry, a bigtime soaper who was Scott Clark on "SB," turns 50 on November 12.
- Dack Rambo, the hunky Jack Ewing of "Dallas," was born on November 13, 1941 and died of AIDS on March 21, 1994.
- Tracy Scoggins, our Monica Colby of "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," as well as Anita Smithfield on "Dallas: War of the Ewings," turns 56 on November 13.
- Edward Asner, the voice of Roland Daggett in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 80 on November 15.
- Tricia Cast, who was Christy Duvall on "Santa Barbara," turns 41 on November 16.
- George O. Petrie, who played Harv Smithfield on "Dallas," was born on November 16, 1912 and died November 16, 1997.
- Brandon Call, the third Brandon DeMott Capwell on "SB," who was also notable as J.T. Lambert on ABC's sitcom "Step By Step" (side-by-side with Sasha Mitchell and Patrick Duffy of "Dallas"), as well as Hobie Buchanon in the syndicated "Baywatch," turns a so-young 33 on November 17.
- Rock Hudson, who played Daniel Reece on "Dynasty," was born on November 17, 1925 and, like Dack Rambo, died of AIDS, on October 2, 1985.
- Linda Evans, Hudson's on-screen love interest for a time, as Krystle on "Dynasty," turns 67 on November 18.
- Jocelyn Brando, who was John Ross' nanny Mrs. Reeves on "Dallas," was born on November 18, 1919 and died November 27, 2005.
- Joseph Campanella, a true classic actor who is a BRBTV triple-shot for his roles as mobster Joseph Lombardi Sr. on "Dallas" and Hutch Corrigan on "The Colbys," as well as Dr. Matthew Thorne on "Batman: TAS," turns 82 on November 21.
- Deborah Shelton, the stunning Mandy Winger on "Dallas," turns 61 on November 21.
- Maxwell Caulfield, our own Miles Colby of "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," turns 50 on November 23.
- Michael Brainard, our final Ted Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 44 on November 23.
- Roscoe Born, our "SB" evil-twin actor as Robert Barr and Quinn Armitage, turns 59 on November 24.
- Howard Duff, who was Sen. Henry Harrison O'Dell on "Dallas," then Paul Galveston on the spinoff, "Knots Landing," was born on November 24, 1913 and died July 8, 1990.
- And ... sigh ... one of BRBTV's very favorite actors ... the wonderful, the great, the accomplished, the amazing (!) Ricardo Montalban, who was Zach Powers on "The Colbys" among so many other things, was born on November 25, 1920, and died on January 14, 2009.
- Marcy Walker, our own Eden Capwell of "SB" who since has settled into work for God's Kingdom, turns 48 on November 26.
- Joshua Harris, our darling little Christopher Ewing of "Dallas," is a big boy now, turning 31 on November 27.
- Stephen Elliott, who was Scotty Demarest on "Dallas," was born on November 27, 1918 and died May 21, 2005.
- Sherilyn Wolter, the evil Elena Nikolas / Capwell on "SB," has a birthday on November 30, turning 58.
- Efrem Zimbalist Jr., who voiced Alfred the butler in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 91 on November 30.
- Kevin Conroy, who voiced Batman in "Batman: The Animated Series" and all the other series that spun off from it, as well as playing Bart Fallmont on "Dynasty," turns 54 on November 30.
Happy birthday to all!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Diahann Carroll has new small-screen and stage projects
The folks at Diahann Carroll's official website inform us that the songstress and onetime Dominique Deveraux of "Dynasty" has some new stuff going on.
Right now, Carroll has a recurring role on the new USA Network Series "White Collar."
"We are very excited about this new series, that has a very strong cast and excellent writers," says webmaster Kathy Bartels.
Carroll also will be co-starring in two Lifetime feature productions, "At Risk" and "The Front." Filming in Toronto, the movies are based on Patricia Cornwell novels and also star Andie MacDowell. They are scheduled to air in the first quarter of 2010.
"For those of you in the New York City area," Bartels says, "she will be appearing at Lincoln Center on the evening of November 16, along with Wynton Marsalis and Michael Feinstein, in the annual Jazz at Lincoln Center Fundraiser."
Right now, Carroll has a recurring role on the new USA Network Series "White Collar."
"We are very excited about this new series, that has a very strong cast and excellent writers," says webmaster Kathy Bartels.
Carroll also will be co-starring in two Lifetime feature productions, "At Risk" and "The Front." Filming in Toronto, the movies are based on Patricia Cornwell novels and also star Andie MacDowell. They are scheduled to air in the first quarter of 2010.
"For those of you in the New York City area," Bartels says, "she will be appearing at Lincoln Center on the evening of November 16, along with Wynton Marsalis and Michael Feinstein, in the annual Jazz at Lincoln Center Fundraiser."
Monday, October 26, 2009
Get your getup ready for the Archie Halloween Costume Contest
From Archie Comics
It's that SPOOKY time of year...
Halloween is fun for both the young and young at heart. Archie Comics wants to see how creative their fans are, so they're presenting the "2009 Archie Halloween Costume Contest!"
Here are all the details you need to join in the fun:
Get your costume together (for you and/or your pet).
Take a picture.
Email it as an attachment to 2009.halloween.contest@archiecomics.com
Be sure to put the words "2009 Costume Contest" in the subject line!
And you can enter more than once!*
The contest will be closed for new entries at midnight (EST) on Halloween, October 31, so begin submitting your photos today! ALL photos** will be put up on the Archie Comics website on Halloween, October 31, with the voting starting November 1.
There are 12 prizes this year:
2 Grand Prizes: One-year free subscriptions to http://www.ArchieDigital.com!
10 Runners-up Prizes: 30 day subscriptions to http://www.ArchieDigital.com!
Voting ends at 12:00 AM EST November 15. The costumes that get the most votes** WIN!
* You can enter more than once, but to make sure as many people get to have fun, each contestant can only win one prize per contest.
** Photos must be suitable for the entire family to be featue on the Archie Comics website.
*** Each voter can only vote once. Double voting is not allowed.
It's that SPOOKY time of year...
Halloween is fun for both the young and young at heart. Archie Comics wants to see how creative their fans are, so they're presenting the "2009 Archie Halloween Costume Contest!"
Here are all the details you need to join in the fun:
Get your costume together (for you and/or your pet).
Take a picture.
Email it as an attachment to 2009.halloween.contest@archiecomics.com
Be sure to put the words "2009 Costume Contest" in the subject line!
And you can enter more than once!*
The contest will be closed for new entries at midnight (EST) on Halloween, October 31, so begin submitting your photos today! ALL photos** will be put up on the Archie Comics website on Halloween, October 31, with the voting starting November 1.
There are 12 prizes this year:
2 Grand Prizes: One-year free subscriptions to http://www.ArchieDigital.com!
10 Runners-up Prizes: 30 day subscriptions to http://www.ArchieDigital.com!
Voting ends at 12:00 AM EST November 15. The costumes that get the most votes** WIN!
* You can enter more than once, but to make sure as many people get to have fun, each contestant can only win one prize per contest.
** Photos must be suitable for the entire family to be featue on the Archie Comics website.
*** Each voter can only vote once. Double voting is not allowed.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Lane Davies: A hot cat, yes, but tin? Never!
There he goes again, Mr. Lane Davies, our own original Mason Capwell of "Santa Barbara," generating some more ink ...
This time it's the Elmira (N.Y.) College News profiling Davies on his next stint, as patriarch Big Daddy in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" later this month.
"Inimitable ," indeed!
This time it's the Elmira (N.Y.) College News profiling Davies on his next stint, as patriarch Big Daddy in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" later this month.
"Inimitable ," indeed!
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Betty Cooper's most confidential secrets revealed in special give-away comic
From Archie Comics
Over the past several years, Archie Comics has delighted comic shop customers with exclusive giveaway comics produced in conjunction with Diamond Distribution. In addition to Archie’s involvement in Diamond’s annual Free Comic Book Day program, Archie has also served up thrills and chills come Halloween-time. These full-color, 16-page, Halloween-themed comics have all-new stories and art and make the perfect “treat” for the goody bags of costumed revelers.
This year, Archie Comics is back with another fun-filled giveaway issue. Betty’s most confidential secrets are the focus in this tale that highlights Betty’s fabled Diary. Popular writer-penciler Dan Parent unravels the thrilling details with fan-favorite Rich Koslowski on board providing the inks, so this issue is sure to appeal not just to children but adult collectors as well.
In “Betty Cooper, Confidential,” Betty is en route to the book binder to get her diary professionally bound when a stiff wind literally sends the pages of her life flying! Will her friends be able to resist taking a peek at the pages they recover? Just what has Betty written about everyone over the years? These answers and more await you in this suspenseful and poignant tale, the perfect lead-in to the soon-to-be-released trade paperback collection, ARCHIE’S ALL-STARS PRESENTS VOLUME 2: BETTY’S DIARY!
This 16-page giveaway comic may be ordered through comic shops in bundles of 25 for you to give away to trick-or-treaters at your home. Although participating comic shops giveaway one free copy to their customers the bundles are not free, they are for sale at your local comic shop. Go to http://www.comicshoplocator.com/ to find a shop near you.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
James Best has a double-header appearance in Hickory, N.C.
It's "Best Fest" in Hickory, N.C., as our own Rosco P. Coltrane of "The Dukes of Hazzard" appears at two separate events in one weekend later this month.
On Saturday, October 24, James Best will be showing his original art and signing copies of his book, "Best in Hollywood," at Hickory's Finest Custom Framing on Highway 127 North. The event runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The next day, he'll be having some lunch with fans at the River Street Grill at the Rivercrest Golf Course. The country buffet, which is 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., is $9.95 for adults and $4.95 for kids under age 8.
Visit JamesBest.com to learn more.
On Saturday, October 24, James Best will be showing his original art and signing copies of his book, "Best in Hollywood," at Hickory's Finest Custom Framing on Highway 127 North. The event runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The next day, he'll be having some lunch with fans at the River Street Grill at the Rivercrest Golf Course. The country buffet, which is 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., is $9.95 for adults and $4.95 for kids under age 8.
Visit JamesBest.com to learn more.
Monday, October 12, 2009
John Schneider in concert next month
John Schneider, our own Bo Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard," will be in concert on Thanksgiving weekend at the Sky City Casino in Acoma, New Mexico. He hits the stage on Saturday, November 28.
To find out more, visit Skycity.com or call 1-888-SKY-CITY (759-2489)
To find out more, visit Skycity.com or call 1-888-SKY-CITY (759-2489)
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Archie Comics signs with Creative Artists Agency
From Archie Comics
Archie Comic Publications Inc. has signed with CAA to represent the company in pursuing new developments in film, television, music, interactive media, direct-to-video and theatrical animation.
“With CAA’s guidance, we feel Archie Comics Library of characters can be at the forefront of a new entertainment powerhouse with strong brands for fans of every age,” said Jon Goldwater, co-CEO of Archie Comics.
"Now more than ever, the comic book industry's ability to create and nurture enduring characters and stories to translate to other media is key. Just look at the value the Marvel Comics characters hold for Disney," added Goldwater, alluding to Disney's recent purchase of Marvel Entertainment. "Archie Comics is positioned to add the same value with its deep library of properties."
While major emphasis will be placed on building the franchises for such cornerstone properties as Archie and his Friends, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Josie and the Pussycats, the company also plans to draw upon its 70-year publishing history encompassing thousands of characters. Archie has sold over 1.5 Billion comics and is published in a dozen languages and distributed all over the world.
“The Archie Library of characters is far more varied in style, diverse in content and aimed at more age groups than most people are aware,” added Goldwater. “We see huge growth opportunities for other properties such as Katy Keene, Suzie and Ginger, tough guys Sam Hill and Young Dr. Masters as well as great teen and ‘tween characters like Seymour, That Wilkin Boy and Wilbur.”
Other youthful properties will see new attention in both publishing and other media including Little Archie, Archie Babies, Li'l Jinx, Pat the Brat, Dotty and Ditto, and Pipsqueak.
“Then there are our cult classics like Cosmo the Merry Martian and Super Duck that we feel are primed and ready for CGI animation. We have thousands of characters to draw from,” noted Goldwater.
“In the coming months we expect to have extremely exciting news on bringing all our comic book characters to life in a variety of media,” concluded Goldwater.
As they say in the comics, “to be continued…”
Archie Comic Publications Inc. has signed with CAA to represent the company in pursuing new developments in film, television, music, interactive media, direct-to-video and theatrical animation.
“With CAA’s guidance, we feel Archie Comics Library of characters can be at the forefront of a new entertainment powerhouse with strong brands for fans of every age,” said Jon Goldwater, co-CEO of Archie Comics.
"Now more than ever, the comic book industry's ability to create and nurture enduring characters and stories to translate to other media is key. Just look at the value the Marvel Comics characters hold for Disney," added Goldwater, alluding to Disney's recent purchase of Marvel Entertainment. "Archie Comics is positioned to add the same value with its deep library of properties."
While major emphasis will be placed on building the franchises for such cornerstone properties as Archie and his Friends, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Josie and the Pussycats, the company also plans to draw upon its 70-year publishing history encompassing thousands of characters. Archie has sold over 1.5 Billion comics and is published in a dozen languages and distributed all over the world.
“The Archie Library of characters is far more varied in style, diverse in content and aimed at more age groups than most people are aware,” added Goldwater. “We see huge growth opportunities for other properties such as Katy Keene, Suzie and Ginger, tough guys Sam Hill and Young Dr. Masters as well as great teen and ‘tween characters like Seymour, That Wilkin Boy and Wilbur.”
Other youthful properties will see new attention in both publishing and other media including Little Archie, Archie Babies, Li'l Jinx, Pat the Brat, Dotty and Ditto, and Pipsqueak.
“Then there are our cult classics like Cosmo the Merry Martian and Super Duck that we feel are primed and ready for CGI animation. We have thousands of characters to draw from,” noted Goldwater.
“In the coming months we expect to have extremely exciting news on bringing all our comic book characters to life in a variety of media,” concluded Goldwater.
As they say in the comics, “to be continued…”
Friday, October 09, 2009
Hold the phone! Archie dumps Veronica for Betty?
From Archie ComicsSince the world first found out Archie was getting married, fans everywhere hoped Betty would be the bride. But those fans discovered quickly Archie Andrews chose Veronica Lodge over Betty Cooper and they were angry! They felt Archie had made the wrong choice, and they are very vocal about it! On television, in the newspapers, and on blogs all over the Internet, fans loudly rejected Archie’s choice.
Despite the tide of public opinion, Archie proposed to Veronica in ARCHIE #600 and she accepted! Fans hoped that something would ruin the wedding plans and Archie would end up with Betty. In ARCHIE #601, not only did Archie and Veronica get married, but Archie joined Lodge Enterprises! Despite all of that, fans everywhere still agreed – Archie made the wrong choice. They didn’t care that Archie and Veronica are happily married, that he has a good job and that they have twins. It didn’t matter what Archie wants, the fans want Archie to choose Betty!
Now Archie Comics will listen to the cry of fans around the world and in ARCHIE #603, Archie Andrews will propose to Betty Cooper!
What about Veronica? Will Archie and Veronica divorce? What about the twins? What about Lodge Enterprises? Will Archie lose his job? What will Mr. & Mrs. Andrews think? What will Mr. & Mrs. Lodge think? What will Mr. & Mrs. Cooper think? What will Jughead think???
Most importantly, what will fans think when Betty finally gets Archie?
The answers to all those questions and more are in ARCHIE #603 - #605 as the “Archie Gets Married” storyline continues. Remember; be careful what you ask for. You just might get it!
(OK, BRBTV will bite ... WE WANT CHERYL BLOSSOM!!!!)
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Vincent Irizarry meets and greets in Largo, Florida, next month
Vincent Irizarry, our own Dr. Scott Clark of "Santa Barbara," will be one of several daytime stars attending a fundraiser in Largo, Florida, in November. The event will benefit Our Military Kids, which helps pay for sports, fine arts and tutoring programs for children of military personnel.
"Daytime's Hottest Stars" Fundraiser Event for Our Military Kids.org
Hosted by Designers Image - Patti & Barbie
Saturday, November 7, 2009
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
AHEPA Lodge Home
1156 Jasper Street W.
Largo, FL
For more info: 727-410-0427, designers.image@hotmail.com
"Daytime's Hottest Stars" Fundraiser Event for Our Military Kids.org
Hosted by Designers Image - Patti & Barbie
Saturday, November 7, 2009
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
AHEPA Lodge Home
1156 Jasper Street W.
Largo, FL
For more info: 727-410-0427, designers.image@hotmail.com
Monday, October 05, 2009
Coming up in Archie Comics
ARCHIE #602THE ARCHIE STORY OF THE CENTURY CONTINUES AS ARCHIE AND VERONICA WELCOME NOT ONE BUT TWO BLESSED EVENTS!!!!
"Archie Marries Veronica Part 3: It's Twins!": Okay everyone - pick yourselves up off the floor! We know many of you are still lying there from the events of the previous two issues, which hurtled readers into Archie's future. Well, now that you've witnessed the engagement and wedding of Archie and Veronica, prepare for the most major event yet: Archie and Veronica are having a baby! Strike that, they're having babies... TWINS! And now... you can fall to the floor again! Of course, you haven't had a taste of parenthood until you've seen it done Archie-style! Who will the happy couple pick to be godparents? Can Archie get through Lamaze class without causing a commotion? Never mind that - can he make it through the actual birth without full-scale panic? Mixed in with the patented Archie humor is the poignancy of parents sharing the milestones of childhood, like baby's first words and first steps. And wait until you see how the proud new grandparents react! It's the thrilling conclusion to the biggest Archie Comics story since the famous "Love Showdown"... but it may be only the beginning! This landmark tale is written by acclaimed superhero movie producer Michael Uslan and rendered by legendary Archie Comics artist Stan Goldberg. You are cordially invited to witness the Archie story of the century, so RSVP by ordering your copy today!
SCRIPT: Michael Uslan
ART: Stan Goldberg
On sale at comic shops: October 21, 2009
Newsstands: November 4, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
ARCHIE & FRIENDS #136
"The Way to the Heart": It's a kitchen catastrophe when Ms. Beazly is temporarily sidelined by an injury, but never fear - Ms. Beazly's culinary school grad daughter, Bella, is here! All the guys go ga-ga over the chic chef, but will the food she serves be as attractive? Can Jughead simultaneously feel love in his heart and hunger in his stomach? Order up a plate of laughs by reserving this delicious issue!
SCRIPT AND ART: Fernando Ruiz
On sale at comic shops: October 14, 2009
Newsstands: October 27, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
ARCHIE DIGEST #258
DECK THE HALLS AND FILL YOUR STOCKINGS WITH THIS SPECIAL HOLIDAY ISSUE FULL OF FESTIVE FUN!
"Give & Take": Get set for Veronica's most unusually-themed Christmas party yet, with gifts that come straight from the heart instead of the bank account!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent
"All Alone": Mr. Weatherbee's Christmas break isn't so cheery when he ends up a shut-in due to his fractured foot... but it isn't long before his students show up to restore his holiday spirit in this poignant tale!
SCRIPT: George Gladir
ART: Stan Goldberg
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic shops: October 14, 2009
Newsstands: October 27, 2009
88-page, full-color digest
$2.69 U.S.
ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #203
THE THRILLING CONCLUSION TO THE LATEST, POIGNANT "NEW LOOK" TALE!
"Goodbye Forever Part Four": Archie's dad's promotion requires the Andrews to move out of town... and all of Archie's friends are distraught to see him go! But a fortuitous trip to a hamburger joint in their new home town seems eerily like Pop Tate's... right down to the teens who hang out there! This slice of reality pie has Archie and his family thinking... is this move the right move? Will they tough it out and try out life in a new town after all, or reconsider and move back to Riverdale? It's the most poignant "New Look" story yet , rendered in the "realistic" art style that made Betty and Veronica's "Bad Boy Trouble" and "My Father's Betrayal," Jughead's "Matchmakers," and Moose and Midge's "Break-up Blues" some of the most-talked about Archie stories in recent years! Multiple award-winning and -nominated artist Norm Breyfogle brings his fine-tuned talents to this heart-tugging tale, with "New Look" scribe Melanie J. Morgan.
SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan
ART: Norm Breyfogle
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic shops: October 28, 2009
Newsstands: November 11, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
BETTY & VERONICA #244
"Holiday Watch": It just wouldn't be the holidays without a visit from Jingles the Elf and the Sugar Plum Fairy, but now that they're love-struck they need someone to make sure they don't slack on their duties... and Santa has assigned that task to Betty and Veronica! "Snuggle Up": Seeking ideas that will save some money this holiday, the gang decide to do a "Secret Santa" giveaway... but once they see their presents they'll wish the idea had stayed a "secret!" "Caramel on Top": The claws come out when Veronica matches wits with someone even cattier than herself - Betty's cat Caramel!
SCRIPTS: Dan Parent
ART: Jeff Shultz
On sale at comic shops: October 28, 2009
Newsstands: November 11, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #175
"Diary Dilemma": Veronica finds Betty's diary... but will she find the time to read it?
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb
ART: Jeff Shultz
"Driven to Distraction": When her driving privileges are revoked, Veronica counts on Archie and Reggie for rides... and the boys can count on Veronica "driving" them crazy with her need to stop at every sale!
SCRIPT: Angelo DeCesare
ART: Jeff Shultz
"Gift Goof": Big Moose proves he doesn't have a "gift" for buying presents!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski
ART: Jeff Shultz
On sale at comic shops: October 21, 2009
Newsstands: November 4, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #136
DON'T MISS PART TWO OF THE LATEST "NEW LOOK" SAGA THAT TRANSFORMS REGGIE FROM WISE GUY TO ROMEO!
"A Funny Kind of Love Part Two": Bernadette Brownlee is the new girl in school... and not only is she gorgeous and intelligent, but she laughs at Reggie's jokes, too! But Reggie's goal is to become a professional comedian, and while Bernadette finds his class-clowning cute, she has no love for stand-up comics. Furthermore, Bernadette wants to be President of the United States, but Reggie has little regard for politicians. Can Cupid's arrow slice through their differences... and what about Dilton and Archie, who have also caught Bernadette's eye? It's the most unexpected "New Look" story yet, rendered in the "realistic" art style that made Betty and Veronica's "Bad Boy Trouble" and "My Father's Betrayal," Jughead's "Matchmakers," Moose and Midge's "Break-up Blues," and Archie and his friend's "Goodbye Forever" some of the most talked-about Archie stories in recent years!
SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan
ART: Tod Smith and Al Milgrom
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic shops: November 4, 2009
Newsstands: November 17, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #35
"This Twirling World": Archie brings sign twirling to new heights... but what goes up must come down, and Mr. Lodge is convinced those signs will land on Veronica!
SCRIPT: George Gladir
ART: Fernando Ruiz
"Good Taste in Cars": Pop Tate's new hybrid van is good for the environment and the Chock'lit Shop's business, as the eco-friendly fuel sends a French fry smell through the air!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski
ART: Stan Goldberg
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic shops: October 21, 2009
Newsstands: November 4, 2009
88-page, full-color digest
$2.69 U.S.
VERONICA #197
"Save the Date!": Veronica decides to surprise her friends with a calendar featuring a whole year of fabulous photos of herself... but the real surprise will leave her friends laughing for years to come!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent
On sale at comic shops: November 4, 2009
Newsstands: November 17, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
Saturday, October 03, 2009
Spotted: John Zaremba
He always seemed to portray professional types: judges, lawyers, mayors, professors. But it's that white doctor's coat that he really wore well. He's John Zaremba, and on "Dallas" he was the trusted Ewing family physician, Harlan Danvers. Two years before he looked after Jock and Ellie, however, he played another doctor, on an episode of ABC's "Charlie's Angels."
In the 1976 (first season) episode "To Kill an Angel," Zaremba is Dr. Stafford, the kindly old clinician at a sanitarium whom Jill and Sabrina consult after Kelly is accidentally shot by a young resident of the facility. Dr. Stafford offers the Angels a clue to the past of this mysterious and troubled young boy: a timecard on which was written a request for the sanitarium to take care of the boy.
Examine the California-born Zaremba's resume and you really will find a wealth of doctorly roles. He played a doctor on "Fantasy Island," "The Streets of San Francisco," "The Rookies," "Banacek," "Bonanza" and more, all the way back to his first acting credit. His career -- as well as his work with the Ewings -- was cut short by a heart attack in 1986.
In the 1976 (first season) episode "To Kill an Angel," Zaremba is Dr. Stafford, the kindly old clinician at a sanitarium whom Jill and Sabrina consult after Kelly is accidentally shot by a young resident of the facility. Dr. Stafford offers the Angels a clue to the past of this mysterious and troubled young boy: a timecard on which was written a request for the sanitarium to take care of the boy.
Examine the California-born Zaremba's resume and you really will find a wealth of doctorly roles. He played a doctor on "Fantasy Island," "The Streets of San Francisco," "The Rookies," "Banacek," "Bonanza" and more, all the way back to his first acting credit. His career -- as well as his work with the Ewings -- was cut short by a heart attack in 1986.
Friday, October 02, 2009
Robin Sachs will chat with fans later this month
He was only Adam Carrington for a short time, for the 1991 reunion movie. But the London-born Robin Sachs is on our radar, nonetheless, and your opportunity to chat with him is coming up.
The people behind Sachs' official website are hosting the chat, which will take place on Saturday, October 17, at 1 p.m. EST.
The chat will take place at http://www.tinychat.com/robinsachs.
You can keep tabs on Sachs at his Facebook page.
The people behind Sachs' official website are hosting the chat, which will take place on Saturday, October 17, at 1 p.m. EST.
The chat will take place at http://www.tinychat.com/robinsachs.
You can keep tabs on Sachs at his Facebook page.
Thursday, October 01, 2009
BRBTV birthdays for October
- Alan Rachins, memorable as the wound-up Temple Fugate / Clock King on "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 67 on October 3.
- Jack Wagner, who was our final Warren Lockridge on "Santa Barbara," along with a host of other soap opera roles in the '80s and '90s, turns 50 on October 3.
- Christopher Stone, who was Dave Stratton on "Dallas," was born on October 4, 1942, and died on October 20, 1995.
- Charlton Heston, our giant Jason Colby on "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," was born on October 4, 1923, and died on April 5 of last year.
- Christopher Norris, who was the demented Laura Asher on "SB," will turn 56 on October 7.
- John O’Hurley, who was the second Stephen Slade on "Santa Barbara" and so many other things over the years, including a fabulous "Seinfeld" role and that "Dancing With the Stars" gig, turns 55 on October 9.
- J. Eddie Peck, who's a BRBTV double-shot with his roles on our two primetime biggies, Tommy McKay on "Dallas" and Roger Grimes on "Dynasty," turns 51 on October 10.
- Jim McMullan, who was Sen. Andrew Dowling on "Dallas," turns 73 on October 13.
- Greg Evigan, who was Willie Gust on "Dallas" but is better known for "B.J. and the Bear," turns 56 on October 14.
- Arleen Sorkin, the unforgettable voice of Harley Quinn on "Batman: The Animated Series," as well as the person who inspired the character, turns 53 on October 14.
- Barry Corbin, who was the stalwart Sheriff Fenton Washburn on "Dallas," as well as Pullman in the 2005 "Dukes of Hazzard" movie, turns 69 on October 16.
- John Anderson, who was Kimberly Cryder's father Dr. Styles on "Dallas," was born on October 20, 1922, and died on August 7, 1992.
- John Zaremba, who played Dr. Harlan Danvers on "Dallas," was born on October 22, 1908, and died on December 15, 1986.
- Wolf Muser, who was the sinister Marcello Armonti on "Santa Barbara," terrorizing C.C. Capwell for his supposed wrongs in the second World War, turns 59 on October 23.
- Scott Jaeck, another "SB" alum as Cain Garver who was spotted more recently as a hired gun on Fox's "Prison Boys" (er, we mean "Prison Break"), turns 55 on October 29.
- The talented and well-regarded (and ever patient) Barbara Bel Geddes, who for so many years portrayed Miss Ellie Ewing on "Dallas," was born on Halloween in 1922 in New York City. She died on August 8, 2005, of lung cancer.
Happy birthday to all!
- Jack Wagner, who was our final Warren Lockridge on "Santa Barbara," along with a host of other soap opera roles in the '80s and '90s, turns 50 on October 3.
- Christopher Stone, who was Dave Stratton on "Dallas," was born on October 4, 1942, and died on October 20, 1995.
- Charlton Heston, our giant Jason Colby on "Dynasty" and "The Colbys," was born on October 4, 1923, and died on April 5 of last year.
- Christopher Norris, who was the demented Laura Asher on "SB," will turn 56 on October 7.
- John O’Hurley, who was the second Stephen Slade on "Santa Barbara" and so many other things over the years, including a fabulous "Seinfeld" role and that "Dancing With the Stars" gig, turns 55 on October 9.
- J. Eddie Peck, who's a BRBTV double-shot with his roles on our two primetime biggies, Tommy McKay on "Dallas" and Roger Grimes on "Dynasty," turns 51 on October 10.
- Jim McMullan, who was Sen. Andrew Dowling on "Dallas," turns 73 on October 13.
- Greg Evigan, who was Willie Gust on "Dallas" but is better known for "B.J. and the Bear," turns 56 on October 14.
- Arleen Sorkin, the unforgettable voice of Harley Quinn on "Batman: The Animated Series," as well as the person who inspired the character, turns 53 on October 14.
- Barry Corbin, who was the stalwart Sheriff Fenton Washburn on "Dallas," as well as Pullman in the 2005 "Dukes of Hazzard" movie, turns 69 on October 16.
- John Anderson, who was Kimberly Cryder's father Dr. Styles on "Dallas," was born on October 20, 1922, and died on August 7, 1992.
- John Zaremba, who played Dr. Harlan Danvers on "Dallas," was born on October 22, 1908, and died on December 15, 1986.
- Wolf Muser, who was the sinister Marcello Armonti on "Santa Barbara," terrorizing C.C. Capwell for his supposed wrongs in the second World War, turns 59 on October 23.
- Scott Jaeck, another "SB" alum as Cain Garver who was spotted more recently as a hired gun on Fox's "Prison Boys" (er, we mean "Prison Break"), turns 55 on October 29.
- The talented and well-regarded (and ever patient) Barbara Bel Geddes, who for so many years portrayed Miss Ellie Ewing on "Dallas," was born on Halloween in 1922 in New York City. She died on August 8, 2005, of lung cancer.
Happy birthday to all!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Listen in on fresh chats with Sheree J. Wilson, Susan Howard and more
And we thought we were the only ones in the world who saw Sheree J. Wilson in that short-lived late-'80s primetime drama, "Our Family Honor" ... No, Leonard Katzman saw her, too! In fact, that's how Sheree got the role of April Stevens on "Dallas"!
"He wrote the part for me," she says. "He wrote a sassy little b&*ch on wheels ... I think I was supposed to be in about 13 episodes." (And yes, Sheree, we remember that first scene, too!)
Wilson reminisces about her co-stars, the storylines and much more in a fresh interview with DallasFanzine.com. You can hear the whole half-hour of audio from the "Gallery" section of the site.
DallasFanzine also talks with Susan Howard, who portrayed Donna Krebbs on "Dallas," Steve (Ray Krebbs) Kanaly, Linda (Sue Ellen Ewing) Gray and Ken (Cliff Barnes) Kercheval. Click on the various links in the "Gallery" and "Videos & Audio" sections.
"He wrote the part for me," she says. "He wrote a sassy little b&*ch on wheels ... I think I was supposed to be in about 13 episodes." (And yes, Sheree, we remember that first scene, too!)
Wilson reminisces about her co-stars, the storylines and much more in a fresh interview with DallasFanzine.com. You can hear the whole half-hour of audio from the "Gallery" section of the site.
DallasFanzine also talks with Susan Howard, who portrayed Donna Krebbs on "Dallas," Steve (Ray Krebbs) Kanaly, Linda (Sue Ellen Ewing) Gray and Ken (Cliff Barnes) Kercheval. Click on the various links in the "Gallery" and "Videos & Audio" sections.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
"Dallas" cast plans its own rockin' New Year's Eve in Florida
They may not be reconvening at Southfork Ranch just yet, but there is a place where you can catch the cast of "Dallas" all in one shot: The Timothy Hogan Foundation Inc. has invited J.R. & Co. out to host a spectacular New Year's Eve charity bash in Naples, Florida!
"The Ewings of Dallas New Year’s Eve Safari and Gala" will be a multi-day celebration and will include an exclusive cocktail reception for sponsors and VIPs hosted by the cast, and a formal dinner limited to 146 guests at the Naples Hilton Towers on December 30. And there's a special after-dinner treat sweeter than any mint: a showing of a "Dallas" bloopers movie, along with Larry Hagman's personal bloopers and private movies! Yummy!
The next day, the main event at the Naples Grande Beach Resort will include a cocktail reception, again hosted by the cast, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, plus dinner, fireworks, a fun “Dallas Cast” Q & A session, the countdown to the new year and a champagne celebration.
Cast members confirmed for the event so far:
Larry Hagman (J.R. Ewing)
Charlene Tilton (Lucy Ewing)
Steve Kanaly (Ray Krebbs)
Susan Howard (Donna Krebbs)
Ken Kercheval (Cliff Barnes)
Sheree J. Wilson (April Stevens)
Deborah Shelton (Mandy Winger)
Audrey Landers (Afton Cooper)
Joan Van Ark (Valene Ewing)
Jack Scalia (Nicholas Pearce)
Jared Martin (Dusty Farlow)
Keep your eye on the foundation's site, DallasFanzine.com, or Ultimate Dallas site's page; the goal is for 14-16 cast members to attend this blockbuster event.
The Timothy Hogan Foundation Inc. of Naples is a volunteer 501(c)(3) organization that focuses exclusively on treatment options for children in working families experiencing mental health issues, with the goal of reducing teen suicide, the third most frequent cause of death in Florida. Learn more at http://www.jthogan.org/.
By the by ... in our September 9 post we reported on the blockbuster Hollywood Show happening next month. Turns out, Linda Gray and Patrick Duffy have been added to the menu for this classic star feast, and, show organizer Judith Moose tells BRBTV, "there's a good chance that Larry Hagman will be popping in, too." Rock on, man!
"The Ewings of Dallas New Year’s Eve Safari and Gala" will be a multi-day celebration and will include an exclusive cocktail reception for sponsors and VIPs hosted by the cast, and a formal dinner limited to 146 guests at the Naples Hilton Towers on December 30. And there's a special after-dinner treat sweeter than any mint: a showing of a "Dallas" bloopers movie, along with Larry Hagman's personal bloopers and private movies! Yummy!
The next day, the main event at the Naples Grande Beach Resort will include a cocktail reception, again hosted by the cast, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, plus dinner, fireworks, a fun “Dallas Cast” Q & A session, the countdown to the new year and a champagne celebration.
Cast members confirmed for the event so far:
Larry Hagman (J.R. Ewing)
Charlene Tilton (Lucy Ewing)
Steve Kanaly (Ray Krebbs)
Susan Howard (Donna Krebbs)
Ken Kercheval (Cliff Barnes)
Sheree J. Wilson (April Stevens)
Deborah Shelton (Mandy Winger)
Audrey Landers (Afton Cooper)
Joan Van Ark (Valene Ewing)
Jack Scalia (Nicholas Pearce)
Jared Martin (Dusty Farlow)
Keep your eye on the foundation's site, DallasFanzine.com, or Ultimate Dallas site's page; the goal is for 14-16 cast members to attend this blockbuster event.
The Timothy Hogan Foundation Inc. of Naples is a volunteer 501(c)(3) organization that focuses exclusively on treatment options for children in working families experiencing mental health issues, with the goal of reducing teen suicide, the third most frequent cause of death in Florida. Learn more at http://www.jthogan.org/.
By the by ... in our September 9 post we reported on the blockbuster Hollywood Show happening next month. Turns out, Linda Gray and Patrick Duffy have been added to the menu for this classic star feast, and, show organizer Judith Moose tells BRBTV, "there's a good chance that Larry Hagman will be popping in, too." Rock on, man!
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Archie Comics and Dark Horse join forces on archive edition
From Archie Comics
Archie Andrews, America’s typical teenager, was presented for the first time in PEP COMICS #22 in December 1941. Since then, Archie and his friends have entertained eight generations of readers. The opportunity has now arrived for both old and new Archie fans to experience Archie’s fun-filled journey to become the world’s most popular teen. Archie Comics is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Dark Horse Comics, as Archie and the kids from Riverdale will be joining the Dark Horse line of classic comic reprints.
The Archie Archives will consist of hardcover volumes, in Dark Horse’s archive format, featuring Archie Comics' mainstay characters of Archie, Betty, Jughead, Veronica and the other characters in the Riverdale universe. Each individual title will begin with the earliest published issue and move forward in chronological order. Each volume will be approximately 200-250 pages, feature embossed printing and a dust-jacket, and carry both the Archie Comics and Dark Horse names and logos. The initial plan is to release three volumes of each title per calendar year, with each volume retailing for $49.95. According to Dark Horse publisher Mike Richardson, the series will run indefinitely.
Archie Comics co-CEO Jon Goldwater says, “We have seen the quality and care Dark Horse has put into restoring and collecting material for their archival series, and we are looking forward to making our early MLJ library of classic material available to a new generation of kids and collectors.”
Archie Andrews, America’s typical teenager, was presented for the first time in PEP COMICS #22 in December 1941. Since then, Archie and his friends have entertained eight generations of readers. The opportunity has now arrived for both old and new Archie fans to experience Archie’s fun-filled journey to become the world’s most popular teen. Archie Comics is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Dark Horse Comics, as Archie and the kids from Riverdale will be joining the Dark Horse line of classic comic reprints.
The Archie Archives will consist of hardcover volumes, in Dark Horse’s archive format, featuring Archie Comics' mainstay characters of Archie, Betty, Jughead, Veronica and the other characters in the Riverdale universe. Each individual title will begin with the earliest published issue and move forward in chronological order. Each volume will be approximately 200-250 pages, feature embossed printing and a dust-jacket, and carry both the Archie Comics and Dark Horse names and logos. The initial plan is to release three volumes of each title per calendar year, with each volume retailing for $49.95. According to Dark Horse publisher Mike Richardson, the series will run indefinitely.
Archie Comics co-CEO Jon Goldwater says, “We have seen the quality and care Dark Horse has put into restoring and collecting material for their archival series, and we are looking forward to making our early MLJ library of classic material available to a new generation of kids and collectors.”
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Lane Davies hits the stage once again
Lane Davies playing an “extremely loveable narcissistic character”? Yes, that sounds really familiar! But no, we're not talking about the amazing Mason Capwell of our beloved "Santa Barbara." Davies is taking on another loveable narcissistic character ... Henry Higgins of "My Fair Lady."
The Murfreesboro Post has a fresh interview with Davies, who hit the stage in Tennessee last weekend and continues through this weekend. Thanks to Tracy for the heads-up.
The Murfreesboro Post has a fresh interview with Davies, who hit the stage in Tennessee last weekend and continues through this weekend. Thanks to Tracy for the heads-up.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Archie Comics' Paul Castiglia will appear at N.J. comic book event
Paul Castiglia, a writer and editor for Archie Comics (and for the Archie's Mysteries title, in particular -- see our January 10 interview with him!), will be at the Mid-Summers Day Comic Book Show and Sale at Saint Barnabas Health Care System in New Jersey next month.The fun happens on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.:
Mid-Summers Day Comic Book Show and Sale
Saint Barnabas Health Care System
Corporate Building
95 Old Short Hills Road
West Orange, New Jersey 07052
All proceeds will support the patients and families of the Saint Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care Center.
Comic books are also still being collected for this show and another event planned for the fall. For more information about the show, or to make a comic book donation, please contact Spiro Ballas at sballas@sbhcs.com or (973) 322-4866.
Established in 1981, the Saint Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care Center, located at 95 Old Short Hills Road in West Orange, provides comprehensive care for patients with advanced illness, and their families, throughout ten counties in the State of New Jersey. The Saint Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care Center supports inpatient units at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ, as well as Van Dyke Hospice at Community Medical Center in Toms River. It also provides home care and services for individuals in long-term care and assisted living facilities.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Spotted: Joanna Cassidy
She launched her acting career back in 1968, and after four decades she's busier than ever, with new projects such as "Flying Lessons" and "For Sale by Owner." In 1980, though, she was the rather-luscious Sally Bullock, the not-to-be-dismissed wife of Ewing business associate Eugene Bullock on "Dallas." A couple years later, she was the "beauty and the beast" synthetic human (called a "Replicant") on the Harrison Ford sci-fi movie "Blade Runner."
Joanna Cassidy, who also voiced Maggie Sawyer on the "Superman" animated series of the '90s among so many other credits, portrays Thora in the 2019-based flick. When the Blade-Running Ford finally tracks her down at her "night job," she's all flesh and sparkles with a huge snake around her neck (a Burmese python that was actually the actress' pet at the time). She sees through his guise and quite promptly knocks him to the floor and escapes. As the chase scene ensues, Cassidy's character charges through a huge window, a scene that was reshot two decades later to patch up the obvious stunt-double face. (Cassidy was thrilled to still fit into the barely there outfit she wore, the IMDb says.)
The New Jersey-born Cassidy also appeared in the "Dukes of Hazzard" spinoff "Enos," and has had recurring roles on "Diagnosis: Murder," "Falcon Crest," "Melrose Place," "Six Feet Under," "Boston Legal" and many more.
Joanna Cassidy, who also voiced Maggie Sawyer on the "Superman" animated series of the '90s among so many other credits, portrays Thora in the 2019-based flick. When the Blade-Running Ford finally tracks her down at her "night job," she's all flesh and sparkles with a huge snake around her neck (a Burmese python that was actually the actress' pet at the time). She sees through his guise and quite promptly knocks him to the floor and escapes. As the chase scene ensues, Cassidy's character charges through a huge window, a scene that was reshot two decades later to patch up the obvious stunt-double face. (Cassidy was thrilled to still fit into the barely there outfit she wore, the IMDb says.)
The New Jersey-born Cassidy also appeared in the "Dukes of Hazzard" spinoff "Enos," and has had recurring roles on "Diagnosis: Murder," "Falcon Crest," "Melrose Place," "Six Feet Under," "Boston Legal" and many more.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Big Apple Con's guest list is full of classic TV stars
In our September 7 post, we told you how Billy Dee Williams, our own Brady Lloyd of "Dynasty," is coming to next month's Big Apple Con. Well, it gets better, as a fuller guest list has been released. There are plenty of other good ops for the lovers of the shows covered by BRBTV ...
- Catherine Bach, our own Daisy Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard"
- John Schneider, Bo Duke of the same! He sure has been doing the con circuit this fall, fresh off Labor Day weekend's Dragon*Con in Atlanta!
- Herb Jefferson Jr. of the "Dukes" two-parter, "Undercover Dukes"
- David Hedison, who was Lord Roger Langdon of "The Colbys"
Throw in Julie Newmar of "Batman" fame and Christopher Knight of "The Brady Bunch," among so many others, and you've got a smashin'-good event!
- Catherine Bach, our own Daisy Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard"
- John Schneider, Bo Duke of the same! He sure has been doing the con circuit this fall, fresh off Labor Day weekend's Dragon*Con in Atlanta!
- Herb Jefferson Jr. of the "Dukes" two-parter, "Undercover Dukes"
- David Hedison, who was Lord Roger Langdon of "The Colbys"
Throw in Julie Newmar of "Batman" fame and Christopher Knight of "The Brady Bunch," among so many others, and you've got a smashin'-good event!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Ken Kercheval will take your questions; Joan Collins chats anew
The Ultimate Dallas site is at it again, kicking up some good-ole "Dallas" dust with a set of interviews with those beloved classic stars. First up is Ken Kercheval, our own Cliff Barnes. Click on over to the interview page to add your inquiry. Soon after will be Larry Hagman and Linda Gray (submit your question at the forum).
Meanwhile, what does Joan Collins have going on these days? Watch a fresh interview with our own Alexis Colby of "Dynasty" at YouTube. Looking smashing in black, she chats with Ryan Tubridy of "The Late Late Show" on Bette Davis, facial tics as Alexis and more! You can even see the scene where she takes down Cecil Colby ("Unfortunately, he is dead now," she quips after the clip). Yikes!
Meanwhile, what does Joan Collins have going on these days? Watch a fresh interview with our own Alexis Colby of "Dynasty" at YouTube. Looking smashing in black, she chats with Ryan Tubridy of "The Late Late Show" on Bette Davis, facial tics as Alexis and more! You can even see the scene where she takes down Cecil Colby ("Unfortunately, he is dead now," she quips after the clip). Yikes!
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Rosemary Forsyth is one of many great classic stars appearing at the Hollywood Show
It got our attention when we saw fellow author Judith Moose busily booking the guests, and it looks like it's going to be a great event. It's the Hollywood Show, which happens a few times a year and is next set for October 10 and 11 in Burbank, California. Beware -- it's going to be a delightful feast of classic TV and film stars for your autograph pleasure (more like a gorging, actually).
One of those stars will be Rosemary Forsyth, our own original Sophia Capwell / Dominic of the earliest days of "Santa Barbara." Her fellow "SB" veteran Linden Chiles, who was Edward Nichols, Dash's father, will be there, too. Chiles was also Kit Mainwaring's father Chris Mainwaring on "Dallas."
Richard Hatch, whom we know as Dean Calder of "Dynasty," will also be appearing at the Hollywood Show, which happens at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center.
Russell Johnson, a BRBTV double-shot as Sheriff Wyatt Mansfield on "Dallas" and Julia Wainwright's father Roger on "Santa Barbara" (as well as the brief role of Roger Bell, voice auditioner in Gina's wicked scheme against C.C. Capwell), will also be signing. (He was definitely the castaway we would have wanted to be stranded on "Gilligan's Island" with!)
Herb Jefferson Jr. will be appearing -- he was Walden in the 1984 "Dukes of Hazzard" two-parter, "Undercover Dukes."
Here are some other tables you've gotta stop at while you're there ...
- Claudia Christian: 1984 episode of "Dallas," "Some Do ... Some Don't"
- Paul Comi: Dr. McWright in the 1981 episode of "Dallas," "Waterloo at Southfork"
- Doug Heyes Jr.: Floyd Jones of "The Dukes of Hazzard" episode "The Law and Jesse Duke," 1982 (who also appeared in the spinoff "Enos")
- Marlyn Mason: Emily Grimes toward the end of the run of "Dynasty"
- Read Morgan: Hap Moody on 1990's "Dear Hearts and Gentle People" episode of "Dallas," and Curtis on a couple episodes of "The Colbys"
- Tim O'Connor: 1987's "Some Good, Some Bad" episode of "Dallas," Thomas Crayford on "Dynasty" in 1982, and Thackery (that mean-old armored-car robber) of "The Dukes of Hazzard" 1982 episode "Bad Day in Hazzard"
- Peter Mark Richman, one of BRBTV's faves, who was Ewing associate Maynard Anderson on "Dallas," attorney Andrew Laird on "Dynasty" and the original C.C. Capwell on "Santa Barbara."
- John Saxon: Rashid Ahmed on "Dynasty"
- Edson Stroll: Charlie Haas and John Kane on "Dallas" in 1991, and a board member on the "Dynasty" episode "The Vote" in 1986
Check out the bios of all the stars at the show's site, and know that if you're a big "Twilight Zone" buff like we are, you are sooooooooo in heaven! This October show marks the classic series' 50th anniversary.
One of those stars will be Rosemary Forsyth, our own original Sophia Capwell / Dominic of the earliest days of "Santa Barbara." Her fellow "SB" veteran Linden Chiles, who was Edward Nichols, Dash's father, will be there, too. Chiles was also Kit Mainwaring's father Chris Mainwaring on "Dallas."
Richard Hatch, whom we know as Dean Calder of "Dynasty," will also be appearing at the Hollywood Show, which happens at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center.
Russell Johnson, a BRBTV double-shot as Sheriff Wyatt Mansfield on "Dallas" and Julia Wainwright's father Roger on "Santa Barbara" (as well as the brief role of Roger Bell, voice auditioner in Gina's wicked scheme against C.C. Capwell), will also be signing. (He was definitely the castaway we would have wanted to be stranded on "Gilligan's Island" with!)
Herb Jefferson Jr. will be appearing -- he was Walden in the 1984 "Dukes of Hazzard" two-parter, "Undercover Dukes."
Here are some other tables you've gotta stop at while you're there ...
- Claudia Christian: 1984 episode of "Dallas," "Some Do ... Some Don't"
- Paul Comi: Dr. McWright in the 1981 episode of "Dallas," "Waterloo at Southfork"
- Doug Heyes Jr.: Floyd Jones of "The Dukes of Hazzard" episode "The Law and Jesse Duke," 1982 (who also appeared in the spinoff "Enos")
- Marlyn Mason: Emily Grimes toward the end of the run of "Dynasty"
- Read Morgan: Hap Moody on 1990's "Dear Hearts and Gentle People" episode of "Dallas," and Curtis on a couple episodes of "The Colbys"
- Tim O'Connor: 1987's "Some Good, Some Bad" episode of "Dallas," Thomas Crayford on "Dynasty" in 1982, and Thackery (that mean-old armored-car robber) of "The Dukes of Hazzard" 1982 episode "Bad Day in Hazzard"
- Peter Mark Richman, one of BRBTV's faves, who was Ewing associate Maynard Anderson on "Dallas," attorney Andrew Laird on "Dynasty" and the original C.C. Capwell on "Santa Barbara."
- John Saxon: Rashid Ahmed on "Dynasty"
- Edson Stroll: Charlie Haas and John Kane on "Dallas" in 1991, and a board member on the "Dynasty" episode "The Vote" in 1986
Check out the bios of all the stars at the show's site, and know that if you're a big "Twilight Zone" buff like we are, you are sooooooooo in heaven! This October show marks the classic series' 50th anniversary.
Monday, September 07, 2009
Billy Dee Williams and John Schneider have upcoming con appearances
Billy Dee Williams, our own Brady Lloyd of "Dynasty," will be meeting and greeting at this year's Big Apple Con in (you guessed it) the Big Apple. Dates are October 16-18 at Pier 94 Manhattan, 55th and 12th Avenue in New York City.
The event's other guests include Nichelle Nichols of "Star Trek," who also did a voice on our beloved "Batman: The Animated Series," Willem Dafoe and Linda Hamilton.
John Schneider, our own Bo Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard," will appear at Adventure Con in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, the following weekend, October 24-25. There will be a General Lee in attendance (how could there not?), and other celeb guests will include Jason Mewes of all those crazy Kevin Smith movies and Micky Dolenz of the Monkees.
The event's other guests include Nichelle Nichols of "Star Trek," who also did a voice on our beloved "Batman: The Animated Series," Willem Dafoe and Linda Hamilton.
John Schneider, our own Bo Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard," will appear at Adventure Con in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, the following weekend, October 24-25. There will be a General Lee in attendance (how could there not?), and other celeb guests will include Jason Mewes of all those crazy Kevin Smith movies and Micky Dolenz of the Monkees.
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