... along with Mark Harris, and Frank Lambert!
Yes, Patrick Duffy has gotten himself an official website:
http://www.patrickduffy.org/
Check out the News page and you can keep up-to-date on stuff like Duffy's YouTube series with "The Crab." It's cute. Because he's cute. Just because he's hot. And he can't help being hot. (Did we mention he's still hot?)
Duffy will also be one of the TV dads honored at the Academy of Arts and Sciences on June 18. AND ... Duffy tells fans from the home page that he's planning a "Man from Atlantis" book trilogy.
Keep an eye on the site; Duffy says he's going through "old boxes of my life's treasures" to share.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Meet Greg Evigan at the Professional Stuntman Invitational
Have you booked your hotel yet? What are ya waitin' for? It's your chance to meet Greg Evigan, who was the star of the '80s "B.J. and the Bear," as well as Willie Gust on our beloved "Dallas" and many, many other roles over the years: Dan Hathaway on "Melrose Place," Robert Russo on "Pacific Palisades," Jake in the "TekWars" movies, and of course Joey on "My Two Dads."
Evigan will be joining Don Pedro Colley, Sonny Shroyer, Byron Cherry and Rick Hurst of "The Dukes of Hazzard" at the Professional Stuntman Invitation (Carnival of Thrills) event in June. As we reported in our February 20 post, the show happens at the Concord (N.C.) Speedway on June 26-28, 2009. The stunt show will feature some of Hollywood's best and brightest stunt guys: Ted Barba, Buzz Bundy, Corey Eubanks, James Smith, Lee Smith, Al Wyatt Jr. and A.J. Thrasher.
BRB also will be there signing copies of her "Dukes" reference book, "Them Dukes! Them Dukes!"
The event website is up and open for business:
http://www.professionalstuntmaninvitational.com/
Check it out to get your entry form if you want to participate in the hot rod, antique and muscle car show. You'll also find all the hotel info you need. So get crackin'!
Evigan will be joining Don Pedro Colley, Sonny Shroyer, Byron Cherry and Rick Hurst of "The Dukes of Hazzard" at the Professional Stuntman Invitation (Carnival of Thrills) event in June. As we reported in our February 20 post, the show happens at the Concord (N.C.) Speedway on June 26-28, 2009. The stunt show will feature some of Hollywood's best and brightest stunt guys: Ted Barba, Buzz Bundy, Corey Eubanks, James Smith, Lee Smith, Al Wyatt Jr. and A.J. Thrasher.
BRB also will be there signing copies of her "Dukes" reference book, "Them Dukes! Them Dukes!"
The event website is up and open for business:
http://www.professionalstuntmaninvitational.com/
Check it out to get your entry form if you want to participate in the hot rod, antique and muscle car show. You'll also find all the hotel info you need. So get crackin'!
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Relive Archie's "Freshman Year" saga in trade paperback collection
From Archie Comics
For years, Archie readers have thrilled to the adventures of their favorite comic book teens as they traversed the latter years of high school. But many have also wondered what happened in the years before. How did everyone meet? Were the teachers always at the high school? Did all of Archie's friends always live in Riverdale? Have Midge and Moose always dated, and just when did the "eternal love triangle" first start?
Although pieces of the puzzle have been revealed in various stories through the years, there has never been one, all-encompassing story presenting all the details and how they fit together... until now! In the "Freshman Year" saga, originally presented in the pages of ARCHIE #587-591, readers finally learned the back-story behind Riverdale's fabled cast of characters. This new classic is now set to join the list of other famous comic book "prequels" as all four stories are collected together in the first edition of "The High School Chronicles!"
This trade paperback collection will make an excellent addition to any Archie fan's bookshelf. This special storyline is brought to you by fan-favorite writer Batton Lash. Archie fans know him as the man behind the intriguing "House of Riverdale" multi-part storyline and the legendary "Archie Meets the Punisher" cross-over classic. Handling the art chores is popular Archie Comics writer and artist, Bill Galvan. So get your Homecoming dress, pack your brand-new backpack, and pick up your school map to find your way to the biggest Archie story of the year!
THE HIGH SCHOOL CHRONICLES VOLUME ONE: FRESHMAN YEAR
SCRIPT: Batton Lash
ART: Bill Galvan
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 29, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 12, 2009
112-page, full-color trade paperback
$10.95 U.S.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Archie Comics for April
"The Big Flip": After nearly 70 years of being indecisive over Betty and Veronica, Jughead offers Archie a simple solution: merely flip a coin!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"Teller I Love Her!": The new bank teller steals Archie's heart... but that's not all she pilfers!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"Gory Story": Archie takes on a project he can really sink his "fangs" into - making a documentary about vampires! Features the "Monster Museum" last seen in ARCHIE & FRIENDS #106.
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
"Changing Times": Mr. Weatherbee shows the class of '84 how much things have changed... but for Archie and Jughead, the more things change, the more they stay the same!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Stan Goldberg.
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 29, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 12, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
"Zero to Rock Hero Part One": It's a battle of the bands unlike any seen before, when The Archies and Josie and the Pussycats compete against one another playing the hottest new videogame, Legendary Rock Heroes at Veronica's swank party! Can the real rockers excel in the virtual world as well as they rock out in the real world? And what will happen when the media... specifically a reality show producer friend of Mr. Lodge... and the whole world takes notice?!
SCRIPT: Stephen Oswald.
ART: Bill Galvan.
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 8, 2009
On sale on newsstands: April 21, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
"Zero to Rock Hero Part Two": The video game battle of the bands from the previous issue rages on... but now the event is broadcast on TV! Last issue, The Archies and Josie and the Pussycats challenged one another to the hottest new videogame, Legendary Rock Heroes! Now their competition is a reality show sensation, complete with all the trappings. Can the rockers stay true to their creative roots, or will instant success turn them into an assembly line of pre-fab pop?
SCRIPT: Stephen Oswald.
ART: Bill Galvan.
On sale at comic specialty shops: May 6, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 19, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
"Class Act": Happy days are here again as the gang takes readers on a trip through the fabulous ‘50s, staging a musical set in the days of greasers, bobby sox and sock hops!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"A Model Teen": A teen products marketing company decides to study the "typical teen" - and end up in Riverdale, naturally!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 15, 2009
On sale on newsstands: April 28, 2009
88-page, full-color digest
$2.69 U.S.
"All Wet": Archie has a "big fish" story to tell... all about the big mess he made at the new seafood restaurant!
SCRIPT: John Rose.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Roll the Dice": Waiters on wheels are back in style... but when Archie's your server you might want to take insurance on your meal!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Bob Bolling.
"Name Games": A tree by any other name would still rain chestnuts down all over town!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 29, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 12, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
"What's it All About?" Even as a wedding guest, Veronica manages to make someone else's special day all about herself!
SCRIPT: Kathleen Webb.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Shoe Coup": While Veronica breaks the bank for her fancy footwear, Betty's bargain shoes help usher in a new era for vintage designs.
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"The Smell Test": Archie decides to give both Betty and Veronica wildflowers to show how much he appreciates them... but allergies and buzzing bees may send a different message!
SCRIPT: Craig Boldman.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
"Video Game Gambit": Tired of countless action-packed video games turning their boyfriends into joystick zombies, Betty and Veronica come up with ideas for video games that will appeal to girls.
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Jeff Shultz.
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 15, 2009
On sale on newsstands: April 28, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S
"Palm Springs Weekend": Join Betty and Veronica as they embark upon the jet-settingest weekend trip of their lives. Destination: the ultra-ritzy Riviera Resort and Spa in Palm Springs. It's all brought to you by famed Hollywood columnist Hal Lifson. Just like his column, this comic book travelogue is loaded with sizzling celebrities, magnificent homes, breathtaking scenery, and total trendsetters. Lifson also has a fondness for the sensational ‘60s, on full display here as the Riviera's design is based on architecture of the decade. So pack your bags and buy your tix - it's the hippest trip you'll ever take!
SCRIPT: Hal Lifson.
ART: Rex Lindsey.
"New Clowns in Town": Betty's Uncle Clarence is in town doing his clown act at the circus, but when his two assistants catch colds, Betty and Veronica are enlisted to don makeup they've never worn before!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 8, 2009
On sale on newsstands: April 21, 2009
88-page, full-color digest
$2.69 U.S.
"My Father's Betrayal Part 1": The latest "new look" saga is the most poignant yet, as Veronica and her friends vow to save a nature preserve from being turned into an industrial park. The issue isn't as black and white as the teens may think: not only will the industrial park bring much-needed jobs to the out-of-work residents of Riverdale, it will also help lower property taxes. But the biggest conflict of all: the industrial park is being funded by Veronica's father! What will life in Riverdale be like when its richest businessman and his debutant daughter disagree on an issue that can affect the whole community? It's the story you just can't afford to miss, served up in the "realistic" art style that made Betty and Veronica's "Bad Boy Trouble" Jughead's "Match Makers," and Moose and Midge's "Break-up Blues" some of the most-talked about Archie stories in recent years! Famous superhero art team and Eisner Award nominees Rick Burchett and Terry Austin lend their formidable penciling and inking talents to this intriguing tale, brought to you by "new look" scribe Melanie J. Morgan.
SCRIPT: Melanie J. Morgan.
ART: Rick Burchett and Terry Austin.
"Sitting Downer": It's "Friendship Day" at the local library, and Betty has volunteered to read the children a story all about the topic. But when Veronica and Archie show up, the kids get a lesson in jealously instead!
SCRIPT: Mike Pellowski.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"Taking Stock": Betty wows Mr. Lodge with her stock market knowledge and wins all of his attention in the process, leaving Veronica's self-esteem in decline. Can Betty help her friend make gains once more?
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 22, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 5, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
Archie and his friends have forever been stuck in the latter portion of high school, but now, after many long years, the story of how "the gang" all met up is finally being told in this, the first edition of "The High School Chronicles!" This pioneering storyline, captured in issues #587-591 of ARCHIE and now again in this graphic novel reprint, brings us the beginning of the "eternal love triangle," the introduction of Mr. Weatherbee as principal of Riverdale High, the formation of Moose and Midge's relationship (and Reggie's subsequent schemes to split them up), and other Archie staples! It's all brought to you by fan-favorite writer Batton Lash of "Wolff & Byrd" and "Archie Meets the Punisher" fame, along with popular Archie Comics artist, Bill Galvan. So get your Homecoming dress, pack your brand-new backpack, and pick up your school map to find your way to the biggest Archie story of the year!
SCRIPT: Batton Lash.
ART: Bill Galvan
On sale at comic specialty shops: April 29, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 12, 2009
112-page, full-color trade paperback
$10.95 U.S.
"The Gourmet Glutton": To help boost Pop Tate's sales, Jughead starts an internet-only show starring himself as a food expert... and the first eatery he reviews is Pop's, of course!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Bill Galvan.
"Physical Activity": Jughead goes for a check up, but he's so nervous he's liable to check out before the doctor arrives!
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Tim Kennedy.
"Girl Guile": With more and more boys coming up with creative ways to ask their prom dates out, Ethel decides to follow suit with a clever ploy to get Jughead to ask her to the prom!
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 specialty shops: April 8, 2009
On sale on newsstands: April 21, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
"7-10 Slip": When Pop Tate breaks his arm in a fall, the kids rally together to raise money for his medical bills. They get some help from real-life bowling champions Chris and Lynda Barnes. This husband-and-wife team is noted for winning the most prestigious titles in bowling: Chris is the PBA player of the year and Lynda the 2008 USBC Queens champion. Now they'll "bowl" you over Archie Comics style, in the most "striking" story yet!
SCRIPT: Stephen Oswald.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
"Music to my Ears": Frankie Valdez decides to cut a singing demo, but when Maria discovers all of Frankie's backup singers are female, their love song hits a sour note!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
"Bypass the Gas": At Miss Grundy's urging, the teens decide to use alternate methods of transportation to save fuel. Will the idea take off, or will it "run out of gas?"
SCRIPT: Bill Golliher.
ART: Bob Bolling.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
SCRIPT AND ART: Various talents.
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: May 6, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 19, 2009
176-page, full-color digest
$3.99 U.S.
"A Gig for All Seasons": When The Archies last-minute gig conflicts with Betty and Veronica's salon appointment, the group becomes an all-male power trio - which isn't so bad when the audience consists primarily of teen girls!
SCRIPT: George Gladir.
ART: Pat Kennedy.
"Goalie Oriented": Raj Patel takes center stage as Riverdale High's latest soccer Goalie. But it's going to take more than one player to turn their record around. Can Dilton's virtual gaming simulator help the team "kick" their losing habit?
SCRIPT AND ART: Fernando Ruiz.
PLUS: Other new and classic tales!
BONUS: Puzzles, games and pin-ups!
On sale at comic specialty shops: May 6, 2009
On sale on newsstands: May 19, 2009
88-page, full-color digest
$2.69 U.S.
"The Prom Crashers Part 1": Ever since Archie's debut in the 1940s, the school prom has been a source of drama and mayhem for that eternal love triangle of Veronica, Archie and Betty! This issue starts a special story that has the gang relive some of their most memorable proms, while also creating new memories. Chief among them: Spurred by memories of Cheryl Blossom crashing the Riverdale prom, Betty and Veronica decide to return the favor by showing up at Pembroke's prom... and their sights are set on Cheryl's new man, George! Will Archie intervene in time? The most explosive prom story ever starts here!
SCRIPT AND ART: Dan Parent.
On sale at comic specialty shops: May 6, 2009
On Sale on Newsstands: May 19, 2009
32-page, full-color comic
$2.50 U.S.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
"Dynasty" stars head into daytime
There's a lot of crossover between primetime and daytime in the soaps world, we know. (Just look at the modern gigs that all those classic "Dallas" cast-ers are scoring!) Now, we've got news of three key "Dynasty" stars about to shift "shifts," so to speak.
- Billy Dee Williams, who's been a fixture on the "General Hospital" spinoff "Night Shift," will be switching gears to the mother ship in June. SoapNet has more on our own Brady Lloyd's new timeslot.
- Emma Samms, our own second Fallon Carrington who was big on the spinoff "The Colbys," will be reprising the role she held before she headed to primetime Denver, that of Holly Sutton, on "GH" in May. Read more at SoapNet's site.
- Gordon Thomson, the one and only Adam Carrington (if you don't count that reunion movie) and a BRBTV double-shot as the final Mason Capwell on "Santa Barbara," got himself a new gig, as well. He'll be joining "Days of Our Lives" during May sweeps to portray new character Owen's dad Walter (oh, it's so depressing when they start playing parents or -- gasp -- grandparents!). This one comes from BrandonsBuzz.com, where Thomson also recently did an interview, and thanks to Tracy for the tipoff!
- Billy Dee Williams, who's been a fixture on the "General Hospital" spinoff "Night Shift," will be switching gears to the mother ship in June. SoapNet has more on our own Brady Lloyd's new timeslot.
- Emma Samms, our own second Fallon Carrington who was big on the spinoff "The Colbys," will be reprising the role she held before she headed to primetime Denver, that of Holly Sutton, on "GH" in May. Read more at SoapNet's site.
- Gordon Thomson, the one and only Adam Carrington (if you don't count that reunion movie) and a BRBTV double-shot as the final Mason Capwell on "Santa Barbara," got himself a new gig, as well. He'll be joining "Days of Our Lives" during May sweeps to portray new character Owen's dad Walter (oh, it's so depressing when they start playing parents or -- gasp -- grandparents!). This one comes from BrandonsBuzz.com, where Thomson also recently did an interview, and thanks to Tracy for the tipoff!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Lane Davies takes to the stage -- and the classroom -- in the name of Shakespeare
We all know how Lane Davies of our beloved "Santa Barbara" lives and breathes Shakespeare. Since "SB" left the airwaves (and even before), the original Mason Capwell has been involved with the Santa Susana Repertory company and the Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival in Thousand Oaks, Calif., and the Tennessee Shakespeare Festival in Middle Tennessee, as well as productions in his native Georgia.
Now, Davies is returning to Tennessee this summer for two quick productions, "Romeo and Juliet" and "Midsummer Night's Dream" in June and July.
But Davies is also teaching Shakespeare, as well, at The Webb School in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. His focus? "Henry V."
You can read a new interview with Davies at the Shelbyville (Tenn.) Times-Gazette (thanks to Terri for posting the link in Facebook). And learn more about the Tennessee Shakespeare Festival at its own site.
Now, Davies is returning to Tennessee this summer for two quick productions, "Romeo and Juliet" and "Midsummer Night's Dream" in June and July.
But Davies is also teaching Shakespeare, as well, at The Webb School in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. His focus? "Henry V."
You can read a new interview with Davies at the Shelbyville (Tenn.) Times-Gazette (thanks to Terri for posting the link in Facebook). And learn more about the Tennessee Shakespeare Festival at its own site.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
This year, Hair Dare Dukes Weekend moves to September
It will be a great time for a great cause at the sixth annual Hair Dare Dukes Weekend in Ontario, Canada! This benefit for children surviving cancer is a big event in the name of "The Dukes of Hazzard."
Show organizer Paul Harrington of the Canadian Dukes of Hazzard Fan Club is putting together another great show. This year the event has shifted from August to September:
HAIR DARE '09..
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Comber, Ontario
Friday will just be a small gathering of friends from years past at the Harrington home in Ruscom Station, Ontario.
Saturday starts off with a parade of all cars from the Comfort Inn to the fairgrounds in Leamington, then to Tilbury, where there will be a poker run with prizes, followed by a barbecue.
Sunday will be the car / bike / truck / boat show, swap meet and hair cut-a-thon for cancer.
Keep an eye on these sites for updates on the event, including a list of the stars who will appear this year:
http://canadiandukesofhazzard.blogspot.com/
http://hairdaredukesweekend.blogspot.com/
Show organizer Paul Harrington of the Canadian Dukes of Hazzard Fan Club is putting together another great show. This year the event has shifted from August to September:
HAIR DARE '09..
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Comber, Ontario
Friday will just be a small gathering of friends from years past at the Harrington home in Ruscom Station, Ontario.
Saturday starts off with a parade of all cars from the Comfort Inn to the fairgrounds in Leamington, then to Tilbury, where there will be a poker run with prizes, followed by a barbecue.
Sunday will be the car / bike / truck / boat show, swap meet and hair cut-a-thon for cancer.
Keep an eye on these sites for updates on the event, including a list of the stars who will appear this year:
http://canadiandukesofhazzard.blogspot.com/
http://hairdaredukesweekend.blogspot.com/
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Archie Comics offers up "The Mighty Archie Art Players" for this year's Free Comic Book Day
From Archie ComicsOn May 2, the eighth annual Free Comic Book Day event will be held in comic shops across the country. In the past seven years, scores of free comic books have been given away by participating retailers not only to thank comic book aficionados, but to introduce the wonderful world of comics to new readers and fans as well! Archie Comics has contributed to past events by creating special issues that really capture the magic of comic books, the dedication of comic book fans, and the eternal popularity of Archie and his wonderful supporting cast from Riverdale, USA.
This year, Archie offers not one but two special issues. First up is the return of the Mighty Archie Art Players. The Mighty Archie Art Players were a mainstay of several Archie titles throughout the years including LAUGH and various digest comics. The concept was simple: present stories that exist in an “alternate universe” separate from the continuity established in the mainline Archie titles. This was achieved by framing each story as a “play” put on by Archie and his friends. Each took on a character role to tell tales set in various times and places. In this special Free Comic Book Day edition, the Mighty Archie Art Players have a rip-roaring good time in the old west, put a modern-spin on the classic Snow White fairy tale, tell a “big fish” story – literally – with Betty as a mermaid, and cater to the whims of Veronica, transformed into the ancient Egyptian queen Cleopatra. Their curtain-raising performances will leave you laughing in the aisles!
Next, Sonic the Hedgehog speeds into action with a special Free Comic Book Day edition! In "Evolution of A Hero," you’ll get a look back at the long-running hit comic series that has been thrilling fans for over 15 years! What’s the connection between Sonic and the Freedom Fighters? Who are Shadow the Hedgehog and Knuckles the Echidna? What’s the deal with that Robotnik guy, and what’s going on in the series now? You might even get a special sneak-peek into the world of Sonic after the epic issue #200. Whether you’re a new reader getting up to speed or a veteran enjoying a trip down memory lane, this is one issue you just can’t miss! Fan-favorites Ian Flynn and Tracy Yardley! bring the fast-paced excitement to life.
Archie comics appeal to an audience of young girls and boys, the perfect entry-level customers for comic shops. Archie is clearly one of the most prominent publishers addressing the reading needs of adolescents.
Demographics is just one of the reasons Archie Comics considers itself "READER BREEDERS." Another reason is accessibility to a general audience: with over 90 percent self-contained story lines, Archie titles make the perfect "impulse purchase." They are read, cover-to-cover, several times over. Furthermore, research shows that children who begin reading comics with Archie often develop a lifelong love of reading.
In addition to children buying Archie comics, parents and guardians also purchase them for their children. In fact, Archie is one of the only lines of comics passed on from one generation to the next. Parents who grew up reading Archie continue to buy these comics for their children, because they know Archie is fun, believable and safe for kids.
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Linda Gray, Larry Hagman, Ed Begley Jr. go green on radio show
Gardening expert Dave Egbert travels "from coast to coast" each week on his syndicated TV show, and he also has a weekly call-in radio program. And if that latter show, "Living Green," isn't available on a radio station near you, you're going to want to run right over to Egbert's website to stream, because there's some important stuff coming up.
Linda Gray, our own Sue Ellen Ewing of "Dallas," is on tap for this Saturday's show. You can listen live on the site, DavesGardenTravels.com, at 9 a.m. EST, 6 a.m. PST. Also on the April sched is Gray's co-star Larry Hagman. Egbert also talks to Ed Begley Jr., whom we know from his voicework on "Batman Beyond" and "Batman: The Animated Series," in addition to many, many other TV roles over the years.
The radio show is an "enriching two-hour program that features green and organic insights for your lifestyle," Egbert's site says.
Linda Gray, our own Sue Ellen Ewing of "Dallas," is on tap for this Saturday's show. You can listen live on the site, DavesGardenTravels.com, at 9 a.m. EST, 6 a.m. PST. Also on the April sched is Gray's co-star Larry Hagman. Egbert also talks to Ed Begley Jr., whom we know from his voicework on "Batman Beyond" and "Batman: The Animated Series," in addition to many, many other TV roles over the years.
The radio show is an "enriching two-hour program that features green and organic insights for your lifestyle," Egbert's site says.
Friday, April 03, 2009
You've got one day left to own John Schneider's screen-used Charger
When John Schneider, our own Bo Duke, set out to make a feature film of his own, the influences of "The Dukes of Hazzard" were certainly hard to miss. One of those similarities between "Collier & Co." and "The Dukes" was the presence of a certain wildly popular automobile, the 1969 Dodge Charger, made so famous when it was dressed up as the General Lee on the show.
You've got a chance to win a 1969 Charger used in "Collier & Co.," one of three cars used and one that made the rounds while Schneider was promoting the flick around the country. Schneider is auctioning the car off on eBay, and the bidding ends tomorrow:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350182985047
And check out this cute little "lost scene" from a "lost episode" of "The Dukes":
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BX24VLBGYrE
You've got a chance to win a 1969 Charger used in "Collier & Co.," one of three cars used and one that made the rounds while Schneider was promoting the flick around the country. Schneider is auctioning the car off on eBay, and the bidding ends tomorrow:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350182985047
And check out this cute little "lost scene" from a "lost episode" of "The Dukes":
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BX24VLBGYrE
Thursday, April 02, 2009
Don Schisler: An appreciation
Whew ... BRBTV is running a little slow and under the weather right now from an exhausting trip across the country in several different directions, for a total of a 108 hours in a car (and a 56-hour stretch without any sleep!). But we're not too far gone to not snap to attention at saddening news like this. The "Dukes of Hazzard" world has lost one of its shining stars, Mr. Don Schisler of right here in Metro Atlanta, who passed away last night. He had suffered a heart attack on March 12, his son-in-law Joe tells BRBTV.
If you check the October 17, 2007, August 19, 2008 and September 22, 2008 posts of this blog, you'll see a few of the moments that BRBTV had the pleasure of crossing paths with Mr. Schisler. With elder-statesman-like politeness and a continual smile, Don talked "The Dukes" wherever he went. And when we say talked, we mean taaaaalllllkkkked. Don could make 45 minutes seem like 5 with his captivating stories from his work as the transportation director for the show, as he was so instrumental in the choice and execution of the blazin'-orange Dodge Charger employed as the General Lee.
"Without Don there would be no General Lee because he's the only man who could have kept them running and looking good in those first five shows so many years ago," John Schneider said in an email blast to fans today. "Those of us who are part of 'The Dukes' will miss him. But those of us who were blessed to know him personally know that he is in a better place and that he's making it a better place still by being there. If there are cars in heaven ... They are running and looking better than ever."
Mr. Schisler had a resume that went far beyond "The Dukes," of course. He told us about working on "Dallas" in the '80s, and he worked as a driver in such movies as 2001's "Shallow Hal" and 1989's "Great Balls of Fire!"
With his friendly, easygoing demeanor, this behind-the-scenes guy was not someone who sought notoriety or to in any way draw attention to himself. In our observation, he was simply someone who loved "The Dukes" and loved the business, loved his friends and family, and loved people in general. And for all of that and more, BRBTV salutes the life and legacy of Don Schisler.
If you check the October 17, 2007, August 19, 2008 and September 22, 2008 posts of this blog, you'll see a few of the moments that BRBTV had the pleasure of crossing paths with Mr. Schisler. With elder-statesman-like politeness and a continual smile, Don talked "The Dukes" wherever he went. And when we say talked, we mean taaaaalllllkkkked. Don could make 45 minutes seem like 5 with his captivating stories from his work as the transportation director for the show, as he was so instrumental in the choice and execution of the blazin'-orange Dodge Charger employed as the General Lee.
"Without Don there would be no General Lee because he's the only man who could have kept them running and looking good in those first five shows so many years ago," John Schneider said in an email blast to fans today. "Those of us who are part of 'The Dukes' will miss him. But those of us who were blessed to know him personally know that he is in a better place and that he's making it a better place still by being there. If there are cars in heaven ... They are running and looking better than ever."
Mr. Schisler had a resume that went far beyond "The Dukes," of course. He told us about working on "Dallas" in the '80s, and he worked as a driver in such movies as 2001's "Shallow Hal" and 1989's "Great Balls of Fire!"
With his friendly, easygoing demeanor, this behind-the-scenes guy was not someone who sought notoriety or to in any way draw attention to himself. In our observation, he was simply someone who loved "The Dukes" and loved the business, loved his friends and family, and loved people in general. And for all of that and more, BRBTV salutes the life and legacy of Don Schisler.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
BRBTV birthdays for April
- Jordan Charney, who is a BRBTV triple-shot as Lt. Sutton on "Dallas," Bill Cochran on "Dynasty" and Dr. Renfro on "Santa Barbara," turns 72 on April 1.
- Hunter von Leer, who was B.D. Calhoun on "Dallas," turns 65 on April 3.
- Billy Dee Williams, our own Brady Lloyd of "Dynasty," turns 72 on April 6.
- Judith McConnell, second and longtime Sophia Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 65 on April 6.
- Jane Rogers, the lovely Heather Donnelly on "SB," turns 49 on April 6.
- Marilu Henner, who voiced vivacious redheaded socialite Veronica Vreeland on "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 57 on April 6.
- John Schneider, the unstoppable Bo Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard," turns 49 on April 8.
- Robin Wright Penn, the lovely original Kelly Capwell on "SB," is still such a young'un at 43, also with an April 8 birthday.
- Lee Bergere, the long-suffering and perhaps twisted Joseph Aynders of "Dynasty," was born April 10, 1918 and died on January 31, 2007.
- Joel Grey, the unforgettable Adam who taunted J.R. in the series finale of "Dallas," turns 77 on April 11.
- Michele Scarabelli, who was the menacing and highly psycho Connie Hall on "Dallas," turns 54 on April 11.
- Buck Young, who was Seth Stone and Sen. Cawley on "Dallas," was born on April 12, 1920 and died February 9, 2000.
- Howard Keel, the ever-responsible Clayton Farlow of "Dallas," was born on April 13, 1919 and died on November 7, 2004.
- Terry Lester, who was the second Mason Capwell on "Santa Barbara," was born on April 13, 1950 and died on November 28, 2003.
- Ron Perlman, voice of Clayface on "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 59 on April 13.
- Loretta Lynn, who gets some credit with BRBTV even though her time on "The Dukes of Hazzard" was brief, turns 74 on April 14.
- Randolph Powell, who portrayed Alan Beam on "Dallas," turns 59 on April 14.
- Lois Chiles, that slinky ole Holly Harwood on "Dallas" (we always wanted her hair; it was so fluffy and cool), turns 62 on April 15.
- Michael Ansara, the voice of Dr. Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze on "Batman: The Animated Series, turns 87 on April 15.
- Peter Mark Richman, one of our favorites and certainly an amazing BRBTV quadruple-shot for his time as Andrew Laird on "Dynasty," Maynard Anderson on "Dallas," the first C.C. Capwell on "SB" and even the voice of Charles Baxter on "Batman: TAS," turns 82 on April 16.
- Byron Cherry, who stepped in as Coy Duke in the fifth season of "The Dukes of Hazzard," turns a very nice-lookin' 54 on April 17.
- Timothy Gibbs, our own Dash Nichols of "Santa Barbara, turns a very young 42 on April 17.
- John James, our Jeff Colby of "Dynasty," turns 53 on April 18.
- Bob Hastings, who voiced Commissioner James Gordon in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 84 on April 18.
- Dick Sargent, who stepped in as Sheriff Grady Byrd on "The Dukes," filling in for Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane, was born on April 19, 1930 and died on July 8, 1994.
- Christopher Mayer, our other replacement Duke as Vance in "The Dukes," and a BRBTV double-shot as T.J. Daniels on "SB," turns 54 on April 21.
- Steve Bond, our own Mack Blake on "SB," turns 56 on April 22.
- Ryan O'Donohue, the voice of Terry's little bro Matt on "Batman Beyond," turns 25 April 26.
- Hilary Bader, writer for "The New Batman Adventures" and "Batman Beyond," was born on April 27, 1952 and died on November 7, 2002.
- Nancy Lee Grahn, our own Julia Wainwright of "Santa Barbara" who's now turning in good time as Alexis Davis on ABC's "General Hospital," turns 53 on April 28.
Happy birthday!
- Hunter von Leer, who was B.D. Calhoun on "Dallas," turns 65 on April 3.
- Billy Dee Williams, our own Brady Lloyd of "Dynasty," turns 72 on April 6.
- Judith McConnell, second and longtime Sophia Capwell on "Santa Barbara," turns 65 on April 6.
- Jane Rogers, the lovely Heather Donnelly on "SB," turns 49 on April 6.
- Marilu Henner, who voiced vivacious redheaded socialite Veronica Vreeland on "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 57 on April 6.
- John Schneider, the unstoppable Bo Duke of "The Dukes of Hazzard," turns 49 on April 8.
- Robin Wright Penn, the lovely original Kelly Capwell on "SB," is still such a young'un at 43, also with an April 8 birthday.
- Lee Bergere, the long-suffering and perhaps twisted Joseph Aynders of "Dynasty," was born April 10, 1918 and died on January 31, 2007.
- Joel Grey, the unforgettable Adam who taunted J.R. in the series finale of "Dallas," turns 77 on April 11.
- Michele Scarabelli, who was the menacing and highly psycho Connie Hall on "Dallas," turns 54 on April 11.
- Buck Young, who was Seth Stone and Sen. Cawley on "Dallas," was born on April 12, 1920 and died February 9, 2000.
- Howard Keel, the ever-responsible Clayton Farlow of "Dallas," was born on April 13, 1919 and died on November 7, 2004.
- Terry Lester, who was the second Mason Capwell on "Santa Barbara," was born on April 13, 1950 and died on November 28, 2003.
- Ron Perlman, voice of Clayface on "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 59 on April 13.
- Loretta Lynn, who gets some credit with BRBTV even though her time on "The Dukes of Hazzard" was brief, turns 74 on April 14.
- Randolph Powell, who portrayed Alan Beam on "Dallas," turns 59 on April 14.
- Lois Chiles, that slinky ole Holly Harwood on "Dallas" (we always wanted her hair; it was so fluffy and cool), turns 62 on April 15.
- Michael Ansara, the voice of Dr. Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze on "Batman: The Animated Series, turns 87 on April 15.
- Peter Mark Richman, one of our favorites and certainly an amazing BRBTV quadruple-shot for his time as Andrew Laird on "Dynasty," Maynard Anderson on "Dallas," the first C.C. Capwell on "SB" and even the voice of Charles Baxter on "Batman: TAS," turns 82 on April 16.
- Byron Cherry, who stepped in as Coy Duke in the fifth season of "The Dukes of Hazzard," turns a very nice-lookin' 54 on April 17.
- Timothy Gibbs, our own Dash Nichols of "Santa Barbara, turns a very young 42 on April 17.
- John James, our Jeff Colby of "Dynasty," turns 53 on April 18.
- Bob Hastings, who voiced Commissioner James Gordon in "Batman: The Animated Series," turns 84 on April 18.
- Dick Sargent, who stepped in as Sheriff Grady Byrd on "The Dukes," filling in for Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane, was born on April 19, 1930 and died on July 8, 1994.
- Christopher Mayer, our other replacement Duke as Vance in "The Dukes," and a BRBTV double-shot as T.J. Daniels on "SB," turns 54 on April 21.
- Steve Bond, our own Mack Blake on "SB," turns 56 on April 22.
- Ryan O'Donohue, the voice of Terry's little bro Matt on "Batman Beyond," turns 25 April 26.
- Hilary Bader, writer for "The New Batman Adventures" and "Batman Beyond," was born on April 27, 1952 and died on November 7, 2002.
- Nancy Lee Grahn, our own Julia Wainwright of "Santa Barbara" who's now turning in good time as Alexis Davis on ABC's "General Hospital," turns 53 on April 28.
Happy birthday!