Few TV shows define the early days of the medium like "Leave it to Beaver." Over six decades after it began airing, the idyllic family sitcom isn't just synonymous with 1950s television, but 1950s America as a whole. While its white picket fence dreams have never been reflective of the real world, the show still functions as a gentle comedic escape from reality for many a classic TV fan.
As one of the oldest culturally significant TV shows still in syndication, it's impossible to watch "Leave It To Beaver" without wondering what became of the cheerful bunch of actors populating its sunny suburban world. Unfortunately, the considerable passage of time means that most of the actors involved in the series have died, but there are still three main actors — all of them former child stars — who are carving out paths for themselves in a post-"Leave it to Beaver" world.
As one of the oldest culturally significant TV shows still in syndication, it's impossible to watch "Leave It To Beaver" without wondering what became of the cheerful bunch of actors populating its sunny suburban world. Unfortunately, the considerable passage of time means that most of the actors involved in the series have died, but there are still three main actors — all of them former child stars — who are carving out paths for themselves in a post-"Leave it to Beaver" world.
- 12/28/2023
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Graphic: Paramount Pictures
Even if you’ve never seen a single film by the writing and directing team of David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, and Jerry Zucker (collectively known as Zaz), surely you’re familiar with the ubiquitous references to their work in popular culture. And if you just read that...
Even if you’ve never seen a single film by the writing and directing team of David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, and Jerry Zucker (collectively known as Zaz), surely you’re familiar with the ubiquitous references to their work in popular culture. And if you just read that...
- 8/3/2023
- by Cindy White
- avclub.com
No matter how good a father is, they’re always going to have faults, quirks, and personality traits that get on our nerves as their children. A dad might be an incredible provider, but that could leave him emotionally unavailable when he gets home from a long day at work. Another dad might be nurturing and tender, but that leaves him bare when it’s time to lay down the hammer and bring some tough love to the family table.
There are no perfect dads, except if you combine all of the best traits of our favorite TV dads into one unrivaled super-dad! Examining fatherhood has always been an iconic part of watching television, with great dads setting the standard for their real-life counterparts all of the time. We’re going to compile all of the most vital parts of being a good dad, and manifest them through a combination...
There are no perfect dads, except if you combine all of the best traits of our favorite TV dads into one unrivaled super-dad! Examining fatherhood has always been an iconic part of watching television, with great dads setting the standard for their real-life counterparts all of the time. We’re going to compile all of the most vital parts of being a good dad, and manifest them through a combination...
- 6/18/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
David Jason and Sue Holderness reunited for an Only Fools and Horses convention over the weekend.
The former co-stars played central characters, Derek Trotter aka Del Boy and Marlene Boyce in the beloved British sitcom.
To mark the occasion, the pair took a selfie, which Holderness posted to her social media.
“So lovely to be with Sir DJ again,” she wrote alongside the photograph of the two of them on Twitter.
So lovely to be with Sir DJ again. pic.twitter.com/XbX3RvBXKa
— Sue Holderness (@SueHolderness) March 4, 2023
Holderness, 73, and Jason, 83, starred in the BBC sitcom together for 22 years.
The pair reunited at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Milton Keynes where the annual Only Fools and Horses convention was taking place.
Also in attendance was Adrian Pegg – the show’s former producer and regular director Tony Dow.
More joy! Reunited with Adrian Pegg and director Tony Dow. Happy memories. pic.
The former co-stars played central characters, Derek Trotter aka Del Boy and Marlene Boyce in the beloved British sitcom.
To mark the occasion, the pair took a selfie, which Holderness posted to her social media.
“So lovely to be with Sir DJ again,” she wrote alongside the photograph of the two of them on Twitter.
So lovely to be with Sir DJ again. pic.twitter.com/XbX3RvBXKa
— Sue Holderness (@SueHolderness) March 4, 2023
Holderness, 73, and Jason, 83, starred in the BBC sitcom together for 22 years.
The pair reunited at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Milton Keynes where the annual Only Fools and Horses convention was taking place.
Also in attendance was Adrian Pegg – the show’s former producer and regular director Tony Dow.
More joy! Reunited with Adrian Pegg and director Tony Dow. Happy memories. pic.
- 3/6/2023
- by Megan Graye
- The Independent - TV
Sunday’s SAG Awards ceremony will be a streaming event for the first time on the Netflix YouTube channel. One of the highlights each year is the special In Memoriam segment. It’s been a particularly rough year with over 100 deaths of prominent actors and actresses who were likely members of SAG/AFTRA. Show producers typically are able to include approximately 40-50 people in a tribute.
Among that group will certainly be Oscar winners Louise Fletcher, William Hurt and Irene Cara, plus nominees Angela Lansbury (a SAG life achievement recipient) and Melinda Dillon. Emmy champs Mary Alice, Kirstie Alley, Leslie Jordan, Ray Liotta, Stuart Margolin, Robert Morse and Barbara Walters.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2023: In Memoriam Gallery
Here is our expansive list of over 100 people who died since last year’s ceremony, several of whom will be honored on Sunday’s event:
Ralph Ahn
J. Grant Albrecht
Mary Alice
Rae Allen...
Among that group will certainly be Oscar winners Louise Fletcher, William Hurt and Irene Cara, plus nominees Angela Lansbury (a SAG life achievement recipient) and Melinda Dillon. Emmy champs Mary Alice, Kirstie Alley, Leslie Jordan, Ray Liotta, Stuart Margolin, Robert Morse and Barbara Walters.
SEECelebrity Deaths 2023: In Memoriam Gallery
Here is our expansive list of over 100 people who died since last year’s ceremony, several of whom will be honored on Sunday’s event:
Ralph Ahn
J. Grant Albrecht
Mary Alice
Rae Allen...
- 2/24/2023
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Previous | Image 1 of 19 | NextBarbara Walters, December 30th, 2022.
Chicago – The grim reaper spares no one, despite even having a celebrity status. But photographer Joe Arce, who has taken thousands of Exclusive Portraits of famous folks, gives some notables one more memorial image as we say adios to last year. Through his lens, from Barbara Walters at the end of December back to January, below is the Slideshow of Celebrities who passed away in 2022.
Click “Next” and “Previous” to scan through the slideshow or jump directly to individual celebrity photo … with date of 2022 passage … with the captioned links below. All photos © Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com.
PASSAGE1: Barbara Walters, December 30th, 2022. PASSAGE2: Kirstie Alley, December 5th, 2022. PASSAGE3: Jason David Frank, Power Rangers, November 19th, 2022. PASSAGE4: Love Goddess & Comedian Judy Tenuta, October 6th, 2022. PASSAGE5: Oscar-winning actor Louise Fletcher, September 23rd, 2022. PASSAGE6: Star Trek Uhura Nichelle Nichols,...
Chicago – The grim reaper spares no one, despite even having a celebrity status. But photographer Joe Arce, who has taken thousands of Exclusive Portraits of famous folks, gives some notables one more memorial image as we say adios to last year. Through his lens, from Barbara Walters at the end of December back to January, below is the Slideshow of Celebrities who passed away in 2022.
Click “Next” and “Previous” to scan through the slideshow or jump directly to individual celebrity photo … with date of 2022 passage … with the captioned links below. All photos © Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com.
PASSAGE1: Barbara Walters, December 30th, 2022. PASSAGE2: Kirstie Alley, December 5th, 2022. PASSAGE3: Jason David Frank, Power Rangers, November 19th, 2022. PASSAGE4: Love Goddess & Comedian Judy Tenuta, October 6th, 2022. PASSAGE5: Oscar-winning actor Louise Fletcher, September 23rd, 2022. PASSAGE6: Star Trek Uhura Nichelle Nichols,...
- 1/11/2023
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
It was another difficult year in 2022, and the sadness extended to many beloved and groundbreaking people in the show business and media worlds who died during the past 12 months.
Scroll through a photo gallery above, which also includes the obituaries.
The acting world lost giants including Sidney Poitier and Angela Lansbury, along with such big names as James Caan, Anne Heche, Bob Saget, Kirstie Alley, Ray Liotta, Nichelle Nichols, William Hurt, Louise Fletcher, Robert Clary, Emilio Delgado, Sally Kellerman, Robbie Coltrane, Monica Vitti, Leslie Jordan, John Aniston, Tony Sirico, Charlbi Dean, Tony Dow, Irene Papas, Howard Hesseman and Seinfeld moms Estelle Harris and Liz Sheridan.
We also pay tribute to directors including Ivan Reitman, Peter Bogdanovich and Marvin J. Chomsky.
Musicians who left us this past year include Jerry Lee Lewis, Loretta Lynn, Olivia Newton-John, Meat Loaf, Ronnie Spector, Naomi Judd, Ramsey Lewis, Stephen “tWitch” Boss and Coolio. Many key...
Scroll through a photo gallery above, which also includes the obituaries.
The acting world lost giants including Sidney Poitier and Angela Lansbury, along with such big names as James Caan, Anne Heche, Bob Saget, Kirstie Alley, Ray Liotta, Nichelle Nichols, William Hurt, Louise Fletcher, Robert Clary, Emilio Delgado, Sally Kellerman, Robbie Coltrane, Monica Vitti, Leslie Jordan, John Aniston, Tony Sirico, Charlbi Dean, Tony Dow, Irene Papas, Howard Hesseman and Seinfeld moms Estelle Harris and Liz Sheridan.
We also pay tribute to directors including Ivan Reitman, Peter Bogdanovich and Marvin J. Chomsky.
Musicians who left us this past year include Jerry Lee Lewis, Loretta Lynn, Olivia Newton-John, Meat Loaf, Ronnie Spector, Naomi Judd, Ramsey Lewis, Stephen “tWitch” Boss and Coolio. Many key...
- 12/31/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Click here to read the full article.
In 2022, Hollywood said goodbye to many actors, singers, performers, creatives, executives and all-around industry icons who had a great impact on the entertainment world during their lifetimes.
The Hollywood Reporter is highlighting some of the most well-known names who died in 2022.
Below are this year’s most notable deaths in Hollywood.
Kirstie Alley Kirstie Alley
Kirstie Alley, the Emmy-winning comic actress known for her turns on Cheers, Veronica’s Closet and the three Look Who’s Talking films, died in December. She was 71. Full obituary.
Louie Anderson
Louie Anderson, the big-hearted everyman who rose to fame as a stand-up comic, then channeled the spirit of his late mother for his Emmy-winning turn as Christine Baskets on the FX series Baskets, died on Jan. 21. He was 68. Read his obituary.
Peter Bogdanovich Peter Bogdanovich
Peter Bogdanovich, the Oscar-nominated writer-director of The Last Picture Show whose career, which...
In 2022, Hollywood said goodbye to many actors, singers, performers, creatives, executives and all-around industry icons who had a great impact on the entertainment world during their lifetimes.
The Hollywood Reporter is highlighting some of the most well-known names who died in 2022.
Below are this year’s most notable deaths in Hollywood.
Kirstie Alley Kirstie Alley
Kirstie Alley, the Emmy-winning comic actress known for her turns on Cheers, Veronica’s Closet and the three Look Who’s Talking films, died in December. She was 71. Full obituary.
Louie Anderson
Louie Anderson, the big-hearted everyman who rose to fame as a stand-up comic, then channeled the spirit of his late mother for his Emmy-winning turn as Christine Baskets on the FX series Baskets, died on Jan. 21. He was 68. Read his obituary.
Peter Bogdanovich Peter Bogdanovich
Peter Bogdanovich, the Oscar-nominated writer-director of The Last Picture Show whose career, which...
- 12/31/2022
- by Carly Thomas, Editor
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
John Legend took the stage at the Emmy Awards on Monday to honor the stars who left us during the past year. The “In Memoriam” segment was one of the highlights of the night, with the Egot winner performing his new song “Pieces.”
Hollywood & Media Deaths 2022: A Photo Gallery
Anthony Anderson presented Legend and the segment, saying, “It never feels like the right time to say goodbye to a loved one, a friend or a cherished icon.”
He added. “To quote Shakespeare, ‘All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players, they have their exits and their entrances, and one man in his time plays many parts.’ As we acknowledge the legends within our industry will pass on, we celebrate all that they created and shared with the world. May they rest in peace and power.”
Emmy Red Carpet Photos: Best Looks Of 2022
During Legend’s performance,...
Hollywood & Media Deaths 2022: A Photo Gallery
Anthony Anderson presented Legend and the segment, saying, “It never feels like the right time to say goodbye to a loved one, a friend or a cherished icon.”
He added. “To quote Shakespeare, ‘All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players, they have their exits and their entrances, and one man in his time plays many parts.’ As we acknowledge the legends within our industry will pass on, we celebrate all that they created and shared with the world. May they rest in peace and power.”
Emmy Red Carpet Photos: Best Looks Of 2022
During Legend’s performance,...
- 9/13/2022
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Producers of this Monday’s Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony have some difficult decisions to make about who to honor during the emotional In Memoriam segment. John Legend will perform “Pieces,” a new song he has written for the tribute. Kenan Thompson will host the 2022 Emmys for NBC at 8 p.m. Et; 5 p.m. Pt.
Our list below includes almost 100 people who made a strong contribution to television and have died since mid-September of 2021 following the previous Emmys ceremony. Only about 40-45 of these people will probably be in the video segment. Certain to be featured will be TV Academy Hall of Fame members actress Betty White and director Jay Sandrich.Other prominent names almost certainly chosen are: Mary Alice (acting winner), Louie Anderson (acting winner), James Caan (acting nominee), Anne Heche (acting winner), Howard Hesseman (acting nominee), William Hurt (acting nominee), Gregory Itzin (acting nominee), Ray Liotta (acting winner), Burt Metcalfe...
Our list below includes almost 100 people who made a strong contribution to television and have died since mid-September of 2021 following the previous Emmys ceremony. Only about 40-45 of these people will probably be in the video segment. Certain to be featured will be TV Academy Hall of Fame members actress Betty White and director Jay Sandrich.Other prominent names almost certainly chosen are: Mary Alice (acting winner), Louie Anderson (acting winner), James Caan (acting nominee), Anne Heche (acting winner), Howard Hesseman (acting nominee), William Hurt (acting nominee), Gregory Itzin (acting nominee), Ray Liotta (acting winner), Burt Metcalfe...
- 9/12/2022
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Chicago – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on Eddie Volkman Show with Hannah B on Star 96.7 Wssr-fm reviewing the new Blu-Ray edition of “Back to the Beach,” the 1987 parody of Frankie and Annette beach movies from the 1960s, featuring of course Frankie and Annette.
Rating: 4.0/5.0
Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello portray offbeat fictional versions of themselves, married and stuck in Ohio after Frankie (nicknamed the Big Kahuna) wiped out on a monster wave called the Cowabunga from Down Unda, and left the California Beach to raise rebellious Bobby (Demian Slide) and grown daughter Sandi. When Frankie and Annette go back in California to visit Sandi, the old wave meets the new wave.
Extras: Watch anywhere Digital Movie Code, Special Feature “Filmmaker Focus” spotlighting Director Lyndall Hobbs.
’Back to the Beach’ on Blu-Ray
Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com reviewed “Back to the Beach” during the Eddie Volkman...
Rating: 4.0/5.0
Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello portray offbeat fictional versions of themselves, married and stuck in Ohio after Frankie (nicknamed the Big Kahuna) wiped out on a monster wave called the Cowabunga from Down Unda, and left the California Beach to raise rebellious Bobby (Demian Slide) and grown daughter Sandi. When Frankie and Annette go back in California to visit Sandi, the old wave meets the new wave.
Extras: Watch anywhere Digital Movie Code, Special Feature “Filmmaker Focus” spotlighting Director Lyndall Hobbs.
’Back to the Beach’ on Blu-Ray
Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com reviewed “Back to the Beach” during the Eddie Volkman...
- 8/22/2022
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Here are a few bits of trivia about the beloved family sitcom “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.” It ran 14 seasons from 1952-66, a record until Fxx’s “It Always Sunny in Philadelphia” kicked off its 15th season last year. But “Philadelphia” has only aired 162 episodes compared to a whopping 435 for “Ozzie and Harriet.”
Despite the fact it aired 14 years, the series only cracked the top 30 in its 11th season where it came in 29th place. The exterior shots were actually of the Nelsons’ real home at 1822 Camino Palmero Street in L.A. (it recently sold for 5.9 million) and the interiors were recreations of their own home. Though the TV Ozzie didn’t seem to have a job, the real-life Ozzie starred, produced, co-wrote and directed “Ozzie and Harriet.”
Topics were far from controversial. There was a whole episode revolving around the fact that a local store delivered new chairs that they hadn’t ordered.
Despite the fact it aired 14 years, the series only cracked the top 30 in its 11th season where it came in 29th place. The exterior shots were actually of the Nelsons’ real home at 1822 Camino Palmero Street in L.A. (it recently sold for 5.9 million) and the interiors were recreations of their own home. Though the TV Ozzie didn’t seem to have a job, the real-life Ozzie starred, produced, co-wrote and directed “Ozzie and Harriet.”
Topics were far from controversial. There was a whole episode revolving around the fact that a local store delivered new chairs that they hadn’t ordered.
- 8/1/2022
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby
Topanga, Calif – Tony Dow is still dead. The featured cast member of the iconic 1950s sitcom “Leave it to Beaver” joined the ranks of Mark Twain and Generalissimo Francisco Franco on the list of deaths that were announced before the individual had died. On July 26th, 2022, a rep inadvertently leaked that Dow had passed, after a battle with cancer. His family had to intervene, expressing that he was still alive. Dow officially died on July 27th at his home in Topanga, California.
Exclusive Unpublished Photo: Tony Dow in Chicago, Circa 2018
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com
Anthony Lee Dow was born in Los Angeles, and was only 12 years old when he won the role of the Wally Cleaver, brother to the title character on “Leave it to Beaver” (1957-63), growing up in front of millions of TV viewers. He continued to act after the series ended,...
Exclusive Unpublished Photo: Tony Dow in Chicago, Circa 2018
Photo credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com
Anthony Lee Dow was born in Los Angeles, and was only 12 years old when he won the role of the Wally Cleaver, brother to the title character on “Leave it to Beaver” (1957-63), growing up in front of millions of TV viewers. He continued to act after the series ended,...
- 7/31/2022
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
The actor Tony Dow passed away while in hospice care at his home in Topanga Canyon, California. He was known as Wally Cleaver in Leave It To Beaver, but also directed episodes of Star Trek and Babylon 5, and worked as a sculptor later in life. Dow’s death was mistakenly announced on Monday, but it […]
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- 7/28/2022
- by Jacob Linden
- Uinterview
Clearing up some sad news. One day after it was falsely reported that Tony Dow had died, the Leave It to Beaver star has officially passed away at the age of 77, the actor's rep confirmed to E! News. In a statement on the actor's verified Facebook account, his management team shared that Tony's son Christopher Dow had confirmed his passing, "with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey." "We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man," the July 27 statement read. "He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—'It is rare when there is a person who is so...
- 7/27/2022
- E! Online
Leave It to Beaver star Tony Dow has died at the age of 77. Following a premature death announcement on Tuesday, July 26, Dow’s manager confirmed in a statement on Wednesday, July 27 that Dow died in hospice care earlier that morning. Best known for playing Wally Cleaver in the classic sitcom, Dow’s son, Christopher, confirmed the news of his death to the actor’s management on July 27. “We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey,” a statement shared on Dow’s official Facebook page reads. “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best— ‘It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.
- 7/27/2022
- TV Insider
Editor’s note: Deadline originally posted this tribute on July 26 after Tony Dow’s family erroneously announced his death. The actor died Wednesday in hospice care.
Jerry Mathers is paying tribute to his Leave It to Beaver co-star, remembering Tony Dow as “not only my brother on tv, but in many ways in life as well.”
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“It is with the utmost sadness I learned this morning of my co-star and lifelong friend Tony Dow’s passing,” Mathers wrote on Facebook. “He was not only my brother on tv, but in many ways in life as well. Tony leaves an empty place in my heart that won’t be filled. He was always the kindest, most generous, gentle, loving, sincere, and humble man, that it was my honor and privilege to be able to share memories together with for 65 years.
“Tony was so grateful...
Jerry Mathers is paying tribute to his Leave It to Beaver co-star, remembering Tony Dow as “not only my brother on tv, but in many ways in life as well.”
Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2022: Photo Gallery
“It is with the utmost sadness I learned this morning of my co-star and lifelong friend Tony Dow’s passing,” Mathers wrote on Facebook. “He was not only my brother on tv, but in many ways in life as well. Tony leaves an empty place in my heart that won’t be filled. He was always the kindest, most generous, gentle, loving, sincere, and humble man, that it was my honor and privilege to be able to share memories together with for 65 years.
“Tony was so grateful...
- 7/27/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Tony Dow, who was best known for playing Wally on “Leave It to Beaver,” has died at 77. Confirmation of the actor’s death comes after it was prematurely reported by a since-deleted post on his official Facebook.
“We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey,” a new post on the account reads. “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—’It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.'”
Dow was re-diagnosed with liver cancer in May. On Tuesday, the star’s official Facebook page erroneously announced his death, which included statements from family members. That post was deleted as his son,...
“We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey,” a new post on the account reads. “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—’It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.'”
Dow was re-diagnosed with liver cancer in May. On Tuesday, the star’s official Facebook page erroneously announced his death, which included statements from family members. That post was deleted as his son,...
- 7/27/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Click here to read the full article.
Tony Dow, the wholesome actor who portrayed “the perfect big brother” Wally Cleaver on the everlasting TV comedy Leave It to Beaver and its 1980s sequel, has died, his reps announced after a tumultuous day for his family. He was 77.
Dow died Wednesday morning with his family at his side at his home in Topanga. A post on his official Facebook page read: “We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey.”
The post continued: “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—’It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.
Tony Dow, the wholesome actor who portrayed “the perfect big brother” Wally Cleaver on the everlasting TV comedy Leave It to Beaver and its 1980s sequel, has died, his reps announced after a tumultuous day for his family. He was 77.
Dow died Wednesday morning with his family at his side at his home in Topanga. A post on his official Facebook page read: “We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey.”
The post continued: “We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—’It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.
- 7/27/2022
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tony Dow, the actor who personified the role of America’s big brother as the elder sibling Wally Cleaver on the TV classic sitcom Leave It to Beaver, died today. He was 77, and had been battling cancer.
His death comes a day after his passing was mistakenly reported by his management team and his wife.
A statement on his Facebook page now reads:
We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey. We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—”It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.”
Our heart goes out to Tony’s wife, Lauren, who...
His death comes a day after his passing was mistakenly reported by his management team and his wife.
A statement on his Facebook page now reads:
We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey. We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man. He gave so much to us all and was loved by so many. One fan said it best—”It is rare when there is a person who is so universally loved like Tony.”
Our heart goes out to Tony’s wife, Lauren, who...
- 7/27/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor Tony Dow, best known for his role as Wally Cleaver on the classic sitcom Leave It to Beaver, died on Wednesday at the age of 77.
Dow was still in hospice care Tuesday when his death was prematurely announced. “Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans,” according to a statement on his Facebook page. “As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her. We have since received a call from Tony’s daughter-in-law saying that while Tony is not doing well,...
Dow was still in hospice care Tuesday when his death was prematurely announced. “Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans,” according to a statement on his Facebook page. “As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her. We have since received a call from Tony’s daughter-in-law saying that while Tony is not doing well,...
- 7/27/2022
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Tony Dow, the actor and director best known for playing the stalwart older brother Wally Cleaver to Jerry Mathers’ Beaver in the iconic series “Leave It to Beaver,” died Wednesday after it was incorrectly announced Tuesday that he had died. He was 77.
“We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey. We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man,” read the statement on his official Facebook page.
His son Christopher said in the Facebook statement, “Although this is a very sad day, I have comfort and peace that he is in a better place. He was the best Dad anyone could ask for. He was my coach, my mentor, my voice of reason, my best friend, my best man in my wedding, and my hero.
“We have received confirmation from Christopher, Tony’s son, that Tony passed away earlier this morning, with his loving family at his side to see him through this journey. We know that the world is collectively saddened by the loss of this incredible man,” read the statement on his official Facebook page.
His son Christopher said in the Facebook statement, “Although this is a very sad day, I have comfort and peace that he is in a better place. He was the best Dad anyone could ask for. He was my coach, my mentor, my voice of reason, my best friend, my best man in my wedding, and my hero.
- 7/27/2022
- by Pat Saperstein
- Variety Film + TV
Obituaries and tributes poured out in support of the Leave It To Beaver actor Tony Dow yesterday when his representatives and family announced his death by mistake when the actor in fact remains alive. His son Christopher Dow later clarified, however, that Dow is “at home, under hospice care, and in his last hours.” Last […]
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- 7/27/2022
- by Jacob Linden
- Uinterview
Leave It to Beaver star Tony Dow is still alive and fighting after it was mistakenly reported that the actor had died on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Dow’s son and management team cleared up the confusion on Tuesday night, attributing the error to the distraught state of Dow’s wife. “This is a difficult time,” Dow’s son Christopher Dow wrote on the actor’s Facebook page. “Dad is at home, under hospice care, and in his last hours. My wife and I are by his side along with many friends that have visited. He has a fighting heart.” In a note marked “Urgent Update” on the Facebook page, Dow’s representatives Frank Bilotta and Renee James stated, “This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans. As we are sure you can understand, this...
- 7/27/2022
- TV Insider
Update, with statements from Dow’s son & management Tony Dow’s son and management team have confirmed that the actor is still alive, with his representatives attributing the earlier misinformation to the distraught state of the Leave It To Beaver actor’s wife.
“This is a difficult time,” Dow’s son Christopher Dow said in a statement posted on the actor’s Facebook page. “Dad is at home, under hospice care, and in his last hours. My wife and I are by his side along with many friends that have visited. He has a fighting heart.”
Earlier, in a note marked “Urgent Update” on the Facebook page, representatives Frank Bilotta and Renee James write, “This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans. As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her.
“This is a difficult time,” Dow’s son Christopher Dow said in a statement posted on the actor’s Facebook page. “Dad is at home, under hospice care, and in his last hours. My wife and I are by his side along with many friends that have visited. He has a fighting heart.”
Earlier, in a note marked “Urgent Update” on the Facebook page, representatives Frank Bilotta and Renee James write, “This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans. As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her.
- 7/26/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Update: A new statement posted to Dow’s Facebook page on Tuesday afternoon says that Dow is not dead.
"This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans," the statement reads.
"As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her. We have since received a call from Tony’s daughter-in-law saying that while Tony is not doing well, he has not yet passed."
"Tony’s son Christopher and his daughter-in-law Melissa have also been by his side comforting him, and we will keep you posted on any future updates.”
Original story below.
Sad news out of Hollywood today as news has broken that Leave It To Beaver's Tony Dow has died.
He was 77.
“It is with an extremely heavy heart that we share with you the...
"This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans," the statement reads.
"As we are sure you can understand, this has been a very trying time for her. We have since received a call from Tony’s daughter-in-law saying that while Tony is not doing well, he has not yet passed."
"Tony’s son Christopher and his daughter-in-law Melissa have also been by his side comforting him, and we will keep you posted on any future updates.”
Original story below.
Sad news out of Hollywood today as news has broken that Leave It To Beaver's Tony Dow has died.
He was 77.
“It is with an extremely heavy heart that we share with you the...
- 7/26/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Just hours after announcing the death of Tony Dow on Tuesday, the Leave It to Beaver actor’s management has retracted its statement.
A new statement posted to Dow’s Facebook page on Tuesday afternoon reads as follows:
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“This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans. As we are sure you can understand,...
A new statement posted to Dow’s Facebook page on Tuesday afternoon reads as follows:
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“This morning Tony’s wife Lauren, who was very distraught, had notified us that Tony had passed and asked that we notify all his fans. As we are sure you can understand,...
- 7/26/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
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Contrary to a statement from his reps announcing his death, Leave It to Beaver star Tony Dow was still alive in hospice care on Tuesday.
A post on his Facebook page signed by reps Frank Bilotta and Renee James said that Dow, who played Wally Cleaver on the beloved sitcom and has been in a battle with cancer, had died Tuesday morning, but that post has since been deleted. Calls to his manager, his wife and his son by The Hollywood Reporter have gone unreturned.
TMZ said it spoke to his manager who said “Tony’s wife, Lauren, who is very distraught, believed her husband was dead — and told his management.” Fox News spoke to his son, Chris, who said his father “is still alive, but in his last hours; under hospice care.”
A new Facebook note posted at 1:35 p.m. Pt...
Contrary to a statement from his reps announcing his death, Leave It to Beaver star Tony Dow was still alive in hospice care on Tuesday.
A post on his Facebook page signed by reps Frank Bilotta and Renee James said that Dow, who played Wally Cleaver on the beloved sitcom and has been in a battle with cancer, had died Tuesday morning, but that post has since been deleted. Calls to his manager, his wife and his son by The Hollywood Reporter have gone unreturned.
TMZ said it spoke to his manager who said “Tony’s wife, Lauren, who is very distraught, believed her husband was dead — and told his management.” Fox News spoke to his son, Chris, who said his father “is still alive, but in his last hours; under hospice care.”
A new Facebook note posted at 1:35 p.m. Pt...
- 7/26/2022
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Editor’s Note: The first versions of this story said Tony Dow had died, citing a family post on his official Facebook page that has since been deleted.
Actor Tony Dow, best known as older brother Wally Cleaver on the 1950s sitcom “Leave it to Beaver,” is living out his “final hours” in home hospice care, family members say.
Dow, who is 77, revealed his he was diagnosed with cancer in May.
His official Facebook page erroneously announced his death on Monday, including statements from family members. That post was deleted Monday before his son, Christopher Dow, told Fox News Digital that his father was alive but in his “last hours,” which his wife Lauren Dow confirmed to CBS News.
Tony Dow (Getty Images)
Besides “Leave it to Beaver,” which ran from 1957 to 1963, Dow appeared in many other TV series, including “Adam-12,” “My Three Sons,” “Mod Squad,” “Emergency!,” “The Love Boat,...
Actor Tony Dow, best known as older brother Wally Cleaver on the 1950s sitcom “Leave it to Beaver,” is living out his “final hours” in home hospice care, family members say.
Dow, who is 77, revealed his he was diagnosed with cancer in May.
His official Facebook page erroneously announced his death on Monday, including statements from family members. That post was deleted Monday before his son, Christopher Dow, told Fox News Digital that his father was alive but in his “last hours,” which his wife Lauren Dow confirmed to CBS News.
Tony Dow (Getty Images)
Besides “Leave it to Beaver,” which ran from 1957 to 1963, Dow appeared in many other TV series, including “Adam-12,” “My Three Sons,” “Mod Squad,” “Emergency!,” “The Love Boat,...
- 7/26/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Among TV dads, one name held up as a paragon of parenthood is Ward Cleaver (Hugh Beaumont), who dispensed love and wisdom to Wally (Tony Dow) and Theodore, aka the Beaver, from 1957 to 1963 on the classic sitcom Leave It to Beaver. Here are some of his best qualities from three of tonight’s six gems on Fetv. He’s Teachable In “The Perfect Father” (7/6c), Ward wants the boys and their pals to play at the house. But when he inserts himself into their basketball fun, the kids clear out — and Ward learns that keeping some distance can be a good way to stay close. He Puts the Boys First Ward cancels movie night with wife June (Barbara Billingsley) to help with homework. Somehow he ends up penning “Beaver’s Poem” (7:30/6:30c), which wins a school prize — whoops — but it’s the thought that counts! He’s Consistent...
- 6/19/2022
- TV Insider
Though streaming and cable comedies such as “Ted Lasso,” “Hacks,” “Barry” and “Only Murder in the Building” are poised to receive multiple Emmy nominations, ABC’s perceptive and smartly funny mockumentary “Abbott Elementary” may just teach them a lesson. The freshman series, a valentine to educators who overcome trials and tribulations to teach, is a leading Emmy nomination contender.
Set in a predominately Black, grossly underfunded grade school in Philadelphia, the series stars Quinta Brunson as an eager second-grade teacher who is one of the few educators who have made it to a second year at the school. Brunson also created the series which was inspired by her mother who was a teacher in Philly for 40 years. Reviews were glowing for the series. The L.A. Times critic Robert Lloyd wrote: “The series feels fresh even as it mines the familiar. As much as characters represent an agglomeration of types,...
Set in a predominately Black, grossly underfunded grade school in Philadelphia, the series stars Quinta Brunson as an eager second-grade teacher who is one of the few educators who have made it to a second year at the school. Brunson also created the series which was inspired by her mother who was a teacher in Philly for 40 years. Reviews were glowing for the series. The L.A. Times critic Robert Lloyd wrote: “The series feels fresh even as it mines the familiar. As much as characters represent an agglomeration of types,...
- 6/15/2022
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby
Tony Dow, the actor who starred as Wally Cleaver on “Leave It to Beaver,” has once again been diagnosed with cancer. Dow’s wife, Lauren Shulkind, broke the news on the actor’s official Facebook page. The specifics of Dow’s cancer diagnoses were not disclosed.
“Dear friends and fans of Tony Dow, I have some very sad news to share with you,” Shulkind wrote on Facebook. “Unfortunately, Tony has once again been diagnosed with cancer. He is approaching this reality so bravely, but it is truly heartbreaking. We want to thank you in advance for your caring thoughts. Our Love, Lauren & Tony.”
Dow starred in the series regular role of Wally Cleaver on “Leave It to Beaver” for all six seasons of the show, which started its run on CBS before moving over to ABC. The show ran for 234 episodes between 1957 and 1963. Dow starred in the series opposite Jerry Mathers...
“Dear friends and fans of Tony Dow, I have some very sad news to share with you,” Shulkind wrote on Facebook. “Unfortunately, Tony has once again been diagnosed with cancer. He is approaching this reality so bravely, but it is truly heartbreaking. We want to thank you in advance for your caring thoughts. Our Love, Lauren & Tony.”
Dow starred in the series regular role of Wally Cleaver on “Leave It to Beaver” for all six seasons of the show, which started its run on CBS before moving over to ABC. The show ran for 234 episodes between 1957 and 1963. Dow starred in the series opposite Jerry Mathers...
- 5/6/2022
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Tony Dow, best known for his role in Leave it to Beaver, has recently been hospitalized. Covid-19 was ruled out as a possibility and the actor was diagnosed with pneumonia. On Aug. 29, his manager Frank Bilotta confirmed Dow’s hospitalization as the reason for his inability to attend the Colorado Springs Convention. The next day, […]
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- 9/1/2021
- by XY Zhou
- Uinterview
Tony Dow, star of the iconic TV series Leave It To Beaver, has been hospitalized with pneumonia, his agent Frank Bilotta confirmed.
The 76-year-old actor, director and sculptor is best known for playing older, clean-cut brother Wally Cleaver for 234 episodes of the sitcom that ran from 1957 to 1963.
Dow has been hospitalized since Thursday. He reportedly tested negative for Covid-19.
“Tony has been diagnosed with pneumonia but is in good spirits and is doing well,” Bilotta said in a statement. “He was up walking around yesterday and his doctors think he should be able to ...
The 76-year-old actor, director and sculptor is best known for playing older, clean-cut brother Wally Cleaver for 234 episodes of the sitcom that ran from 1957 to 1963.
Dow has been hospitalized since Thursday. He reportedly tested negative for Covid-19.
“Tony has been diagnosed with pneumonia but is in good spirits and is doing well,” Bilotta said in a statement. “He was up walking around yesterday and his doctors think he should be able to ...
- 8/30/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Tony Dow, star of the iconic TV series Leave It To Beaver, has been hospitalized with pneumonia, his agent Frank Bilotta confirmed.
The 76-year-old actor, director and sculptor is best known for playing older, clean-cut brother Wally Cleaver for 234 episodes of the sitcom that ran from 1957 to 1963.
Dow has been hospitalized since Thursday. He reportedly tested negative for Covid-19.
“Tony has been diagnosed with pneumonia but is in good spirits and is doing well,” Bilotta said in a statement. “He was up walking around yesterday and his doctors think he should be able to ...
The 76-year-old actor, director and sculptor is best known for playing older, clean-cut brother Wally Cleaver for 234 episodes of the sitcom that ran from 1957 to 1963.
Dow has been hospitalized since Thursday. He reportedly tested negative for Covid-19.
“Tony has been diagnosed with pneumonia but is in good spirits and is doing well,” Bilotta said in a statement. “He was up walking around yesterday and his doctors think he should be able to ...
- 8/30/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Ken Osmond, who played the infamous Eddie Haskell on Leave it to Beaver died at age 76 in his home in Shadow Hills, Los Angeles. Osmond’s death was due to complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and peripheral arterial disease. Osmond’s character Eddie Haskell was the best friend to Wally Cleaver, Tony Dow, older brother […]
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- 5/19/2020
- by Kate Reynolds
- Uinterview
Ken Osmond, who played obsequious troublemaker Eddie Haskell on TV’s Leave It to Beaver, has died, his manager confirms. Osmond was 76.
“He was an incredibly kind and wonderful father,” his son, Eric, said in a statement. “He had his family gathered around him when he passed. He was loved and will be very missed.”
The impact of his most famous performance can be measured by the fact that, for those of us of a certain age, if someone is described as an “Eddie Haskell”-type, we know exactly what is meant.
Appropriately, tributes poured in from across a broad spectrum. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee said Osmond “created a memorable character,” and Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach cited Eddie Haskell as one of his “all-time influences.”
The Haskell character was a troublemaking friend of Wally Cleaver (Tony Dow), the older brother of Theodore, aka the Beaver (Jerry Mathers). Hugh Beaumont...
“He was an incredibly kind and wonderful father,” his son, Eric, said in a statement. “He had his family gathered around him when he passed. He was loved and will be very missed.”
The impact of his most famous performance can be measured by the fact that, for those of us of a certain age, if someone is described as an “Eddie Haskell”-type, we know exactly what is meant.
Appropriately, tributes poured in from across a broad spectrum. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee said Osmond “created a memorable character,” and Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach cited Eddie Haskell as one of his “all-time influences.”
The Haskell character was a troublemaking friend of Wally Cleaver (Tony Dow), the older brother of Theodore, aka the Beaver (Jerry Mathers). Hugh Beaumont...
- 5/18/2020
- by Tom Tapp and Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Ken Osmond, a child actor known for his role as Eddie Haskell on “Leave It to Beaver,” has died at the age of 76.
Osmond died Monday at his home in Los Angeles. No cause of death was given.
In a statement, Osmond’s son Eric remembered him as “an incredibly kind and wonderful father.”
Also Read: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2020 (Photos)
“He had his family gathered around him when he passed,” Eric Osmond said. “He was loved and will be very missed.”
As an actor, Osmond was best known for playing the rebellious character of Eddie Haskell on the 1950s sitcom “Leave It to Beaver.” The teenage character was a friend of Beaver’s (Jerry Mathers) older brother Wally (Tony Dow) and was notorious for the way he’d pretend to be the perfect child in the presence of adults, while acting out when they weren’t around.
Osmond appeared...
Osmond died Monday at his home in Los Angeles. No cause of death was given.
In a statement, Osmond’s son Eric remembered him as “an incredibly kind and wonderful father.”
Also Read: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2020 (Photos)
“He had his family gathered around him when he passed,” Eric Osmond said. “He was loved and will be very missed.”
As an actor, Osmond was best known for playing the rebellious character of Eddie Haskell on the 1950s sitcom “Leave It to Beaver.” The teenage character was a friend of Beaver’s (Jerry Mathers) older brother Wally (Tony Dow) and was notorious for the way he’d pretend to be the perfect child in the presence of adults, while acting out when they weren’t around.
Osmond appeared...
- 5/18/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
1966: The final episode of Never Too Young aired on ABC.
1983: Guiding Light's Nola & Quint were married.
1987: As the World Turns' Iva blurted out the truth about Lily.
1999: A gorilla plotted to interrupt Cass & Lila's wedding on Another World."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Procter & Gamble radio soap opera Life Can Be Beautiful moved to the 3 p.m. Et timeslot on the NBC Radio network. The show had always run in the mornings previously. It would remain in this new timeslot until...
1983: Guiding Light's Nola & Quint were married.
1987: As the World Turns' Iva blurted out the truth about Lily.
1999: A gorilla plotted to interrupt Cass & Lila's wedding on Another World."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Procter & Gamble radio soap opera Life Can Be Beautiful moved to the 3 p.m. Et timeslot on the NBC Radio network. The show had always run in the mornings previously. It would remain in this new timeslot until...
- 6/26/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information.
1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy's past.
1987: Diana Colville (Genie Francis) arrived on Days of our Lives.
1992: All My Children's Janet found a Lamaze coach."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On radio soap opera Backstage Wife, Mary (Vivian Fridell) received a call from a gossip columnist who questioned her about her separation from Larry. Katharine Monroe criticized Peter Dillon for being interested in Sandra Page, and Dillon exited enraged. Mary and Larry discussed their separation.
1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy's past.
1987: Diana Colville (Genie Francis) arrived on Days of our Lives.
1992: All My Children's Janet found a Lamaze coach."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into d ifferent and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On radio soap opera Backstage Wife, Mary (Vivian Fridell) received a call from a gossip columnist who questioned her about her separation from Larry. Katharine Monroe criticized Peter Dillon for being interested in Sandra Page, and Dillon exited enraged. Mary and Larry discussed their separation.
- 4/14/2019
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Previous | Image 1 of 15 | NextTony Dow and Jerry Mathers of TV’s ‘Leave it to Beaver.’
Chicago – The TV, movie and entertainment world is coming back to Chicagoland with The Hollywood Show on March 23rd and 24th, 2019, at the Hyatt Rosemont/Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Ill. The event gives fans and admirers an opportunity to meet and get pictures with celebrities and take advantage of vendors offering show business memorabilia.
Prominent film actor John Cusack will make his first Chicago appearance at The Hollywood Show (Saturday the 23rd only). For nostalgists, Russ Tamblyn and George Chakiris of “West Side Story” (1961) are appearing. This year’s show will also focus on some of the biggest TV shows in history, as Richard Thomas (John-Boy from “The Waltons”), Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H), Shirley Jones (“The Partridge Family”) and Dawn Wells (Gilligan’s Island) are set to appear. Also in attendance...
Chicago – The TV, movie and entertainment world is coming back to Chicagoland with The Hollywood Show on March 23rd and 24th, 2019, at the Hyatt Rosemont/Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Ill. The event gives fans and admirers an opportunity to meet and get pictures with celebrities and take advantage of vendors offering show business memorabilia.
Prominent film actor John Cusack will make his first Chicago appearance at The Hollywood Show (Saturday the 23rd only). For nostalgists, Russ Tamblyn and George Chakiris of “West Side Story” (1961) are appearing. This year’s show will also focus on some of the biggest TV shows in history, as Richard Thomas (John-Boy from “The Waltons”), Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H), Shirley Jones (“The Partridge Family”) and Dawn Wells (Gilligan’s Island) are set to appear. Also in attendance...
- 3/21/2019
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
Chicago – 2018 was a killer year. I lost both my father and my childhood guitar idol|/mentor Ed King (of Lynyrd Skynyrd) within four days of each other. Both men played instrumental roles in starting and supporting my chosen photographic journey.
My dad bought me my first studio lighting equipment then fashioned and welded my fifteen foot solid steel background stands by hand in the garage. Ed King took me under his wing and on the road as a personal band photographer for Lynyrd Skynyrd, and then made sure some of my live shots ended up on their 1993 album.
There were a dozen former celebrity subjects/clients also passed this year. Some of them blissful joys to work with – like Burt Reynolds – while a couple others some of my worst nightmares. One Diva in particular ironically couldn’t muster up even the smallest sliver of “Respect.” Ninety celebrities posed for my lens last year,...
My dad bought me my first studio lighting equipment then fashioned and welded my fifteen foot solid steel background stands by hand in the garage. Ed King took me under his wing and on the road as a personal band photographer for Lynyrd Skynyrd, and then made sure some of my live shots ended up on their 1993 album.
There were a dozen former celebrity subjects/clients also passed this year. Some of them blissful joys to work with – like Burt Reynolds – while a couple others some of my worst nightmares. One Diva in particular ironically couldn’t muster up even the smallest sliver of “Respect.” Ninety celebrities posed for my lens last year,...
- 1/10/2019
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
1965: Four new daytime soap operas premiered: Morning
Star and Paradise Bay on NBC, along with The Nurses and
Never Too Young on ABC."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: Primetime serial The Nurses premiered on CBS. The was titled was changed to The Doctors and The Nurses a year later.
1965: Two new Ted Corday daytime soap operas, Morning Star and Paradise Bay, premiered on NBC. Both shows lasted less than a year, with the final episodes airing on July 1, 1966.
1965: The Nurses premiered on ABC. The show, set at Alden General Hospital, was a daytime continuation...
Star and Paradise Bay on NBC, along with The Nurses and
Never Too Young on ABC."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: Primetime serial The Nurses premiered on CBS. The was titled was changed to The Doctors and The Nurses a year later.
1965: Two new Ted Corday daytime soap operas, Morning Star and Paradise Bay, premiered on NBC. Both shows lasted less than a year, with the final episodes airing on July 1, 1966.
1965: The Nurses premiered on ABC. The show, set at Alden General Hospital, was a daytime continuation...
- 10/3/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
It’s interesting sometimes to see what’s become of favored childhood stars once they’ve grown up and gone on with their career. Tony Dow is likely someone that a lot of people from the 80’s on up wouldn’t even know, but those that grew up with Leave it to Beaver would probably recognize him once they heard his name. He was after all Wally Cleaver, one of the best-liked actors on TV during his time. Obviously that time has flown by for a lot of people since Dow is in his early 70s. That hasn’t stopped him from continuing along with
What has Tony Dow Been Up to Since “Leave it to Beaver?”...
What has Tony Dow Been Up to Since “Leave it to Beaver?”...
- 7/8/2018
- by Tom
- TVovermind.com
1966: Final episode of ABC's Never Too Young. 1983: Guiding
Light's Nola & Quint were married. 1987: As the World Turns'
Iva blurted out the truth about Lily. 1999: A gorilla plotted
to interrupt Cass & Lila's wedding on Another World."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Procter & Gamble radio soap opera Life Can Be Beautiful moved to the 3 p.m. Et timeslot on the NBC Radio network.
Light's Nola & Quint were married. 1987: As the World Turns'
Iva blurted out the truth about Lily. 1999: A gorilla plotted
to interrupt Cass & Lila's wedding on Another World."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1946: Procter & Gamble radio soap opera Life Can Be Beautiful moved to the 3 p.m. Et timeslot on the NBC Radio network.
- 6/24/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1979: Guiding Light's Diane uncovered revealing information.
1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy's past.
1987: Diana Colville (Genie Francis) arrived on Days of our Lives.
1992: All My Children's Janet found a Lamaze coach."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On radio soap opera Backstage Wife, Mary (Vivian Fridell) received a call from a gossip columnist who questioned her about her separation from Larry. Katharine...
1981: Another World's Mac didn't care about Sandy's past.
1987: Diana Colville (Genie Francis) arrived on Days of our Lives.
1992: All My Children's Janet found a Lamaze coach."All true histories contain instruction; though, in some, the treasure may be hard to find, and when found, so trivial in quantity that the dry, shrivelled kernel scarcely compensates for the trouble of cracking the nut."
― Anne Brontë in "Agnes Grey"
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1939: On radio soap opera Backstage Wife, Mary (Vivian Fridell) received a call from a gossip columnist who questioned her about her separation from Larry. Katharine...
- 4/13/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
The highway of Classic TV shows is littered with the bodies of young actors who were either discarded by the industry that represented the only life they knew, were taken advantage of by parents who exploited them and stole all their money, or simply couldn’t cope with an existence outside of the cameras. Somehow, though, Jerry Mathers, who on Leave It to Beaver was the one that everything was left to, came through it all completely unscathed. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) Maybe it has something to do with the fact that Jerry, born Gerald Patrick Mathers on June 2, 1948 in Sioux City, Iowa, has actually been acting since the age of two when he was a child model for a department store ad. This was followed by a TV commercial for Pet Milk, and then roles in the feature films This is My Love (1954), Men of the Fighting Lady (1954), The Seven Little Foys...
- 3/21/2018
- by Ed Gross
- Closer Weekly
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Chicago – The TV, movie and entertainment world is coming back to Chicagoland with The Hollywood Show on March 17th and 18th, 2018, at the Hyatt Rosemont/Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Ill. The event gives fans and admirers an opportunity to meet and get pictures with celebrities and take advantage of vendors offering show business memorabilia.
This year’s show is focusing on 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s nostalgia, as Tony Dow and Jerry Mathers (Wally and the Beaver from “Leave it to Beaver”) will make their first Chicago appearance. Also in attendance will be Lyle Waggoner from the “Carol Burnett Show,” Linda Blair from “The Exorcist,” Parker Stevenson from “The Hardy Boys” and Julie McCullough from “Growing Pains,” among other big names. Click here for a complete list.
HollywoodChicago.com is at The Hollywood Show every year, and photographer...
Chicago – The TV, movie and entertainment world is coming back to Chicagoland with The Hollywood Show on March 17th and 18th, 2018, at the Hyatt Rosemont/Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Ill. The event gives fans and admirers an opportunity to meet and get pictures with celebrities and take advantage of vendors offering show business memorabilia.
This year’s show is focusing on 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s nostalgia, as Tony Dow and Jerry Mathers (Wally and the Beaver from “Leave it to Beaver”) will make their first Chicago appearance. Also in attendance will be Lyle Waggoner from the “Carol Burnett Show,” Linda Blair from “The Exorcist,” Parker Stevenson from “The Hardy Boys” and Julie McCullough from “Growing Pains,” among other big names. Click here for a complete list.
HollywoodChicago.com is at The Hollywood Show every year, and photographer...
- 3/15/2018
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
The thought of massive crowds of excited movie fans is perhaps more attached to Star Wars than any other current film franchise. There are certainly franchises that have a more storied history, but you don't exactly see James Bond fans dressing up and waiting for days in line for each new film. The concept of Star Wars fans waiting in line has even gotten the late night treatment in an iconic late night sketch from Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. (The "which of these buttons calls your parents to pick you up?" zinger is still hilarious.)
Now Variety reports that there's going to be a movie that's explicitly about waiting in line to see a Star Wars movie. It's called The Line Kings and is written by Billy Riback and Steve Rubin and directed by Tony Dow (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Babylon 5).
The Line Kings will focus on...
Now Variety reports that there's going to be a movie that's explicitly about waiting in line to see a Star Wars movie. It's called The Line Kings and is written by Billy Riback and Steve Rubin and directed by Tony Dow (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Babylon 5).
The Line Kings will focus on...
- 2/7/2017
- by Ben Pearson
- GeekTyrant
Simon Brew Feb 6, 2017
The Line Kings will tell the story of a bunch of Star Wars fans in a queue...
With a new Star Wars film, inevitably, comes a new queue. In the days of the prequel trilogy, there were stories of people camping out for days, even weeks, to be first in line for the new film. And now a new comedy is coming that’s set to salute the commitment of Star Wars fandom.
The movie is called The Line Kings, and it’s set to follow a group of Star Wars fans who duly camp out for four days in Los Angeles, outside of the Chinese Theatre. The reason for the queue? A Disney announcement that those first in line get a walk-on role in the new Star Wars film. The resultant battle between two fan groups is set to be the focus of the movie.
It...
The Line Kings will tell the story of a bunch of Star Wars fans in a queue...
With a new Star Wars film, inevitably, comes a new queue. In the days of the prequel trilogy, there were stories of people camping out for days, even weeks, to be first in line for the new film. And now a new comedy is coming that’s set to salute the commitment of Star Wars fandom.
The movie is called The Line Kings, and it’s set to follow a group of Star Wars fans who duly camp out for four days in Los Angeles, outside of the Chinese Theatre. The reason for the queue? A Disney announcement that those first in line get a walk-on role in the new Star Wars film. The resultant battle between two fan groups is set to be the focus of the movie.
It...
- 2/6/2017
- Den of Geek
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