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Nancy Stafford called Michelle Thomas ''her favorite role'' "I respect her a lot." March 20, 2025, 3:36PM

Mel Blanc on his favorite Looney Tunes character The story behind "sufferin' succotash"! March 20, 2025, 3:23PM

During his time on Bonanza, Dan Blocker had little time for his family He attracted crowds no matter where he went. March 20, 2025, 3:12PM

Harriet MacGibbon was much more down to earth than her Beverly Hillbillies character "I'm not a Hillbilly Clampett by any means," said MacGibbon. March 20, 2025, 3:11PM

David Ogden Stiers said it was ''imperative'' that he step away from M*A*S*H fame Shakespeare was a real lifesaver! March 20, 2025, 1:47PM

The Gill-man costume terrified a mother and daughter during filming of The Creature from the Black Lagoon It's a ringing endorsement for a horror movie if you're scaring people while filming. March 20, 2025, 12:35PM

A worker on the set of Adam-12 said that William Boyett ''doesn't realize how good he is'' The actor stayed humble. March 19, 2025, 3:37PM

How Ron Howard avoided the ''clichés'' that befall so many child actors With some effort, Howard became a success story. March 19, 2025, 3:21PM

Bernie Kopell said that he and his Love Boat character shared more than a few qualities Kopell called his character "jaded." March 19, 2025, 1:28PM

A wild, wild stunt almost paralyzed Robert Conrad The actor risked it all for Assignment: Vienna March 19, 2025, 12:59PM

Malcolm Merriweather had a tiny, unexpected effect on British tourism Not bad for a character with less than an hour of total screen time! March 19, 2025, 12:11PM

Don Knotts was only possessive of one of his characters This was one of the actor's favorite roles. March 19, 2025, 11:54AM

Do you remember this made-for-TV movie that helped Dennis Weaver shed his Gunsmoke image? "Had his life really ended in Vietnam?" March 18, 2025, 3:27PM

Animals didn't come cheap for shows like Perry Mason The price could quickly add up, like monkeys in a barrel. March 18, 2025, 11:54AM

Jon Walmsley didn't miss having a ''regular'' childhood when he was on The Waltons "I wanted to do what I did very much and it was important to me." March 18, 2025, 10:15AM

Loretta Swit's real feelings about her co-stars She didn't mince words! March 17, 2025, 3:34PM

Here are 12 of the greatest fashion icons in classic TV These acting icons had a passion for fashion. March 17, 2025, 3:00PM

Andy Griffith helped calm Nancy Stafford's nerves during her first day of filming on Matlock "I owe so much to Andy Griffith," said Stafford. March 17, 2025, 12:49PM

Here's what it was like inside that fish suit in The Creature From the Black Lagoon This story comes straight from the man behind the Creature. March 17, 2025, 12:29PM

Don Knotts had uncredited help from an old friend in crafting ''The Ghost and Mr. Chicken'' Here's how Andy Griffith pitched in! March 17, 2025, 10:44AM

Roger Corman helped Ron Howard win his first directing job The horror director served as a mentor to Howard. March 17, 2025, 9:32AM

How Alan Hale, Jr. discovered Gilligan was a global phenomenon That's some big reach from such a tiny island! March 14, 2025, 4:11PM

Do you remember when Jim Backus guest starred on The Beverly Hillbillies? From Season 1, Episode 31! March 14, 2025, 1:37PM

NBC cancelled and then attempted to revive Bonanza in 1973 The odd journey of Bonanza is one for the books. March 14, 2025, 11:13AM

Jackie Gleason knew that The Honeymooners would last forever He also had a great understanding of why March 13, 2025, 3:31PM

Ron Howard said that it was good that his acting career stalled when he turned sixteen The Happy Days actor said that the dry spell made him realize just how much he loved his work. March 13, 2025, 3:19PM

No one missed Dan Blocker more than his co-star Michael Landon The brotherly love wasn't just for the cameras. March 13, 2025, 2:13PM

Creator Bob Mosher explained how Leave It to Beaver kept things ''honest'' The series wasn't afraid of shying away from tough subject matter. March 13, 2025, 11:06AM

Dennis Weaver introduced Ron Howard's parents to each other Twenty years later, he shared the screen with Clint Howard! March 12, 2025, 3:21PM

Adam West believed that playing Batman on television would help his film career in the future There was life after Batman, and West knew it. March 12, 2025, 3:18PM

''Spinal Tap 2'': Get ready for the new sequel and learn how Norman Lear saved the original! Spinal Tap II: The End Continues to release in theaters September 12, 2025 March 12, 2025, 2:54PM

These are the unexpected origins of The Fonz's signature catchphrases The actor credited this sport as the source of some of The Fonz's famous sayings. March 12, 2025, 1:38PM

Buddy Ebsen predicted a ''good future'' for The Beverly Hillbillies Buddy Ebsen wasn't just the star of the series; he was its biggest fan, too! March 11, 2025, 2:57PM

Lorne Greene said that this was the moment when Bonanza should have ended for good The series lasted for 14 years — but did it need to? March 11, 2025, 1:23PM

After Bonanza, Lorne Greene starred in a crime series that only lasted 12 episodes before being cancelled "It was one of the worst experiences I've had in 34 years," said Greene. March 11, 2025, 1:02PM

Chuck Connors said that The Rifleman was ''corny'' — and he loved it We bring you Chuck Connors in defense of corniness. March 11, 2025, 10:20AM

Lorne Greene shared the one regret he had regarding Bonanza's cancellation The actor revealed that they were informed the series would be cancelled just a few days before the airing of what would become their final episode. March 11, 2025, 9:44AM

The Waltons shared a filming location with a famous, franchise-launching horror movie "It felt a little blasphemous." March 11, 2025, 8:32AM

Lorne Greene compared his career as an actor to that of a professional athlete Both careers required grit and hard work. March 10, 2025, 2:17PM

Ron Howard was training for his directing career on The Andy Griffith Show Howard received a masterclass in television. March 10, 2025, 1:24PM

Ron Howard was method acting as a child on The Andy Griffith Show Howard was a special talent from a young age. March 10, 2025, 11:46AM

Me Madness 2025: Vote for the ultimate TV famous phrase! Say "What's up, doc?" to this year's Me Madness! We want to find the greatest TV famous phrase! Which one will come out on top? Vote for your favorites and see who takes home the gold! March 8, 2025, 7:00AM

Batman residuals were a lifesaver for Alan Napier, the show's Alfred The checks hit at just the right time! March 7, 2025, 4:01PM

Dan Blocker said that in the beginning of Bonanza, Hoss Cartwright was ''a big nothing'' "He was written in for comedic relief," said Blocker. March 7, 2025, 3:46PM

Mama's Family became a kinder show when it moved into syndication A Mama's Family writer called Thelma Harper "a positive role model." March 7, 2025, 2:54PM

Gilligan's Russell Johnson retired... back to an island! The Professor just couldn't leave it all behind! March 7, 2025, 1:08PM

Robert Fuller loved a good Western series The actor knew his strengths, and stuck to them. March 7, 2025, 11:09AM

Collector's Call with Lisa Whelchel returns for a brand-new sixth season on April 6th This season, Lisa explores collections revolving around Hot Wheels, Cyndi Lauper, Crocs, Drew Barrymore, and more. March 6, 2025, 4:26PM

Lucille Ball on the lack of I Love Lucy reunions: ''It's never been that important.'' However, Ball did keep in contact with her old costars. March 6, 2025, 3:09PM