From the Archives: ‘Honeymooners’ Sidekick Art Carney Dies md23
Art Carney, who won a best-actor Oscar for “Harry and Tonto” and originated the role of fussy Felix Ungar in “The Odd Couple” on Broadway, […]
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The Beverly Hillbillies’ Theme Song: The Ballad That Became a Cultural Anthem md23
Few sitcoms in television history can boast a theme song as instantly recognizable—or as influential—as The Beverly Hillbillies. “The Ballad of Jed Clampett,” written by […]
Nancy Kulp vs. Max Baer Jr.: The Feud That Rocked the Clampetts md23
Not all was harmony behind the cameras of The Beverly Hillbillies. While the show projected an image of rustic charm and family unity, cast members […]
Actress Donna Douglas Loved “Critters” and “Whistlin'” Just As Much As “Elly May” Did On TV’s “The Beverly Hillbillies” md23
Donna Douglas, who died at 81 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the […]
From Near Death to TV Legend: Buddy Ebsen’s Wild Journey from the Tin Man to Jed Clampett md23
Before Buddy Ebsen became immortalized as Jed Clampett, he nearly wore one of the most famous costumes in Hollywood history—that of the Tin Man in […]
Granny – A Lifetime of Dedication and Passing Away on Stage md23
Irene Ryan remains one of the most cherished figures in American television history, forever remembered for her unforgettable portrayal of Daisy May Moses—better known as […]
Donna Douglas: Beauty queen who found fame as the buxom tomboy Elly May in the hit sitcom ‘The Beverley Hillbillies’ md23
Douglas started out in beauty pageants then moved to New York to pursue a career in entertainment. Donna Douglas, who has died of pancreatic cancer, […]
Jackie Gleason’s Centennial: How the Comedian Became ‘Mr. Saturday Night’ md23
he mood of the photo essay is a strange one: Jackie Gleason’s soon-to-be hit show The Honeymooners was about to hit the airwaves, but the star’s look […]
Audrey Meadows’ surprising first impressions of Jackie Gleason md23
Alice Kramden shared her thoughts about her onscreen husband in her autobiography. Kramden Career Crossroads When Audrey Meadows first met her eventual TV husband, Jackie […]
Jackie Gleason used to edit ”The Honeymooners” while it was live md23
“Jackie was not the easiest person in the world to act with, but he certainly was the most fun.” Jackie Gleason was undoubtedly a master […]
