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Classic Rock Q107 Remembers 'Mr. Drummond' From "Diff'rent Strokes" [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:55:19 +0000

Before he was known as Philip Drummond on the popular television series “Diff’rent Strokes”, he played obnoxious neighbor, Dr. Arthur Harmon, on the long running comedy “Maude”, starring Bea Arthur, and before that Conrad Bain was virtually unrecognized. A quiet man who relished his acting career, his daughter said Bain had “a kind heart”, and [...]

Classic Rock Q107 Remembers 'Jeffersons' Doorman [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:53:10 +0000

Ned Wertimer appeared in a variety of television programs in his career including “WKRP in Cincinnati”, “Car 54, Where Are You?”, and “Mork & Mindy”. Over 100 credits in all, it was his role on the “Jeffersons” that made him a household name for 11 seasons (1975-1984), playing Ralph, the Doorman. Wertimer also had a [...]

City of Nacogdoches Documentary Headed to PBS This Year

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:20:13 +0000

Raise your hand if you watch PBS? Admittedly, I don’t have my channel selector focused on public television, but a change is imminent. Why? Primarily because Nacogdoches just hit the lottery! Selected from over 200 nominations across the state, PBS has chosen Nacogdoches as one their featured Texas cities in their Emmy winning documentary called [...]

Bonnie Franklin Diagnosed With Pancreatic Cancer [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 21:14:06 +0000

Reports have recently came out of Hollywood, from family members, that Classic Television actress Bonnie Franklin has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Franklin, who is 68, starred in the long running sitcom “One Day at a Time”, which ran on CBS from 1975 to 1984. In the show, she played Ann Romano, a single mom [...]

Another Weird "Holiday", Gomer Pyle Day – September 25 [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 14:32:23 +0000

Well, Gol-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-e-e-e-!

A gas station attendant from Mayberry decides to join the Marines, and his good pal Andy Taylor decides to accompany him to boot camp on his first day of enlistment.

That was from an Andy Griffith Show episode that was actually the "pilot" for Gomer Pyle, U.S. M. C., debuting in May of 1964.

"Beverly Hills Cop" Returning as Television Series? [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:20:21 +0000

Eddie Murphy is about to do to "Beverly Hills Cop", what "Flounder" did for "Animal House" 33 years ago. "Delta House" wasn't pretty then, and reviving "Cop" for the small screen is simply unnecessary.

But, that's the report coming out of Tinseltown, where the television series is being pitched to network execs about Axel Foley's son. Axel Foley is now the chief of police in Detroit. This should not be confused with Sgt. Foley (see video below) from "An Officer and a Gentleman".

Alice Cooper Sends Message To Kids Regarding Television Viewing [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 23:19:44 +0000

His career spans four decades, and when “School’s Out” hit 93 KHJ in 1972, there were more than a few parents upset with the content of Alice Cooper’s – later to be recognized – Top 10 (#7) chart smasher. His real name is Vincent Damon Furnier, but that name was not going to sell lots [...]

'Welcome Back, Kotter' Star Ron Palillo Dead From Heart Attack [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:51:02 +0000

Another "Classic" entertainer has left us prematurely.

Developing news out of Palm Beach, Florida about 30 minutes ago, where actor Ron Palillo has died of an apparent heart attack at the age of 63.

TV Icon Andy Griffith Dead at 86 [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 15:34:43 +0000

I would like to believe that going hand in hand with classic rock is classic television. The two really are inseparable when it comes comparing great programming to over-the-top musical artistry.

The "Skipper" couldn't do it without "Gilligan", "Jimi" couldn't do it without the guitar; The Beverly Hillbillies would have choked without "Jethro"; "Styx", although still sounding great today, are not the same if Dennis DeYoung isn't ground breaking the "Tradewinds" in 1961; and on and on the cycle goes.

'My Three Sons' Actor Loses Cancer Battle [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 03:11:42 +0000

We've lost another "classic" actor. The Washington Post reports that Don Grady (Robbie Douglas) has died. He was born "Don Louis Agrati", and became the eldest brother to siblings Chip and Ernie on the classic '60's television series My Three Sons.

Do You Own The TV Remote That Can Also Open Beers?

Jaime Hamel — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 18:22:57 +0000

With the NFL Playoffs heating up, we could all use gadgets that streamline the at-home game day experience. Meet The Clicker, which fuses your remote control and the ever important bottle cap opener. As their website poetically states, “It’s like the Swiss Army Knife with the blade that is ever used.” Worried about how this [...]

10 Hottest Sideline Reporters Not Named Erin Andrews

Jaime Hamel — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:00:22 +0000

Our month of 'Everything But The Game' continues with a look at the job that Erin Andrews helped make famous.

Jon Bon Jovi Stars in New Advil Commercial

Billy Dukes — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:36:06 +0000

Jon Bon Jovi isn’t spending his time recovering from recent knee surgery on his couch. The popular frontman is busy making movies, opening restaurants and now starring in pain medication commercials. That’s right, you can currently find Bon Jovi pitching the benefits of Advil.

Top TV Dads – Who Is Your Favorite? [VIDEO]

Jen Austin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:24:40 +0000

Who’s the best TV Dad of all time? Let us know who YOU think should be number 1.Harris Interactive says it’s Cliff Huxtable (Bill Cosby) from the Cosby show. He didn’t put up with childhood quirks, that’s for sure. And he made parents laugh. Tim Allen made the list for Home Improvement. Also John Goodman [...]

New San Francisco Giants' Reality Series [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:42:27 +0000

The Giants aren’t my favorite team, but I think their new reality series, ‘The Franchise’, which follows them during this year’s spring training, will do well considering how many interesting characters they have on the team. First off, the previews show pitcher Brian Wilson’s epic beard, his unmarked police car, and ridiculous golfing outfit, Tim [...]

Charlie Sheen Fired!

Jen Austin — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:18:50 +0000

Two and a Half Men said last week they were suspending the contract of Charlie Sheen and halting production of the show. Monday, officials with the show announced they were terminating Charlie Sheen’s contract. The studio’s statement reads, “After careful consideration, Warner Bros. Television has terminated Charlie Sheen’s services on Two and a Half Men [...]

SI Cover Model Gets Complaint Calls [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:26:39 +0000

Sports Illustrated Cover Model Irina Shayk has been getting complaints from her New York City neighbors because of the lack of curtains in her apartment.

Seriously?!

Check out the video of her interview on Chelsea Lately last night below.

Mick Jagger Performing at the Grammy Awards

Andree Valentine — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 22:26:42 +0000

In 1996, the Rolling Stones received a Lifetime Achievement award and performed via satellite on the show, but they’ve never actually performed on the Grammy stage. The band’s frontrunner, Mick Jagger will be changing that next weekend, as he’s scheduled to perform on February 13 as a tribute to singer Solomon Burke. The Recording Academy [...]

The Five Best Super Bowls [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:51:26 +0000

The Super Bowl hasn’t always been so super. In fact, throughout the ‘80s and into the first half of the ‘90s many of the games were blowouts the likes of which are rarely seen during the regular season.

We’ve had better luck with Super Bowls lately, and this year’s match-up between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Green Bay Packers is about as even as can be.

Be part of Gene Simmons Family Jewels

Jen Austin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:58:47 +0000

Kiss rocker Gene Simmons is headed to Dallas for the Super Bowl. During a week of parties next week in Dallas, Gene Simmons will be part of a big bash to recognize the troops. He and his longtime gal Shannon Tweed, are hosting a party Wednesday, February 2nd at Fair Park where more than 500 Texas [...]