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As a young actor, Peggy Cummins wanted to be Bette Davis
"The tendency was that if you’re short and blonde and reasonably pretty, you always played rather pretty parts."
Rod Serling helped Earl Hamner Jr. gain success in television
A former co-worker and a good friend, Serling was there for Hamner when needed.
The serendipitous circumstances that paved Kevin Tighe's way to Emergency!
"By chance, it happened to be me."
Lorne Greene compared the work of acting to professional athletes
From the minor leagues to the major leagues of acting; Lorne Greene worked his way up in Hollywood.
Richard Thomas said that Waltons creator Earl Hamner Jr. was on a search for truth
"We weren’t perfect, and Earl never wanted us to be."
William Conrad said that audiences loved Frank Cannon because he was relatable
Viewers could see themselves in the detective.
Before The Golden Girls, Bea Arthur had become a ''recluse'' from television
Arthur said her isolation "wasn't healthy." Here's how The Golden Girls revived her love for television.
This talented writer contributed to Tim Conway's iconic dentist sketch
We have to thank all of the writers for this hall of fame comedy sketch!
Kevin Tighe felt that his success in television limited him as a film actor
"You’re paid to do this action and be a personality," said the actor.
George Reeves was much more than Superman, even if that's what he's best remembered for
Reeves didn’t just play a hero... he also had a super career in Hollywood.
The Love Boat's Fred Grandy said he preferred to be on land
When Grandy wasn’t filming The Love Boat, he said he steered clear of boats entirely.
The cast of The Golden Girls loved the show's ''bawdy'' nature
"We’re all bawdy ladies."
Here's why Ricardo Montalbán kept a low profile after Fantasy Island ended
After Fantasy Island ended, Montalbán just wanted to hit the snooze button and sleep in.
Gary Burghoff's departure meant fewer dresses for Klinger
Cast changes meant wardrobe changes, too.
Estelle Getty called Sophia Petrillo ''an original''
"She’s feisty, irreverent, and intractable."
Night of the Quiz: Can you finish these freaky movie titles?
Night of the _____!
Rue McClanahan would get fan mail from older women thanking her for The Golden Girls
"In those days, when you were over 50, you were supposed to be wearing certain types of clothes and behaving a certain way," said the actor.
Which movie are you watching this Summerween?
You're in for a spooky summer!
In hot summer weather, cool down with Bea Arthur's chilled carrot soup!
"I love to invent recipes. My only complaint is that I don't have enough time."
At first, Amanda Blake hated Milburn Stone and he had no idea
They were one big happy family—almost.
Curse of the Demon's Dana Andrews described how acting on stage changed his career for the better
"You can grow on the stage," said the actor.
Here’s why younger people weren’t included in The Golden Girls casting
No babysitting duties required.
Film or Fumble: Can you remember the names of these fictional sports teams?
Only a true MVP can score 100% on this quiz!
Barbara Stanwyck proposed a plot that would have changed The Big Valley forever
Here's why ABC shot down the idea.
Amanda Blake used to make bets that Gunsmoke wouldn't be renewed for another season
Success so rare she wouldn't even have bet on it... or would she?
Bert I. Gordon earned this nickname during his time in Hollywood
The director earned a rather interesting title.
How Adam-12 helped Gary Crosby's acting career
Series creator Jack Webb lent a hand to a friend in need.
Inside Rue McClanahan's friendship with Bea Arthur
"As a friend, she was giving and loving to me," said McClanahan of her co-star.
Are these real Charlie's Angels episode titles, or did we just make them up?
It's time for your next mission!
In 2003, B-movie director Bert I. Gordon was honored by an Insect Film Festival
Mr. BIG was given a big honor for his contributions to big bugs!
Get buggy with this insect movie trivia quiz!
Can you tell us the titles of these creepy-crawly films?
Robert Reed wasn't afraid to speak up about his Brady Bunch criticisms
Reed had a few opinions about the writing on The Brady Bunch.
Was there an off-screen feud between Bonanza and The Big Valley?
Apparently, this town wasn't big enough for the two of them.
Tony Dow revealed that the writers borrowed parts of his real personality for Wally
Tony Dow’s real personality helped shape TV’s favorite big brother!

