The Clampetts vs. The Critics: How CBS Fought to Save Its Hit Show md23
While audiences adored The Beverly Hillbillies, not everyone in the television industry shared that love. In fact, the show was often the target of sharp […]
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Donna Douglas and the Lawsuit That Shocked Beverly Hills Fans md23
o most fans, Donna Douglas was forever Elly May Clampett—the sweet, animal-loving country girl in pigtails and blue jeans. But decades after The Beverly Hillbillies […]
The Mansion That Wasn’t Really Theirs: The Secret Behind the Clampetts’ Home md23
The sprawling Beverly Hills mansion where the Clampetts lived was almost a character in itself—symbolizing the vast cultural gap between backwoods simplicity and Hollywood wealth. […]
From Oz to Oil: The Wizard of Oz Connection Hidden in Plain Sight md23
Most fans know Buddy Ebsen as Jed Clampett, but few realize he nearly starred in one of Hollywood’s greatest films: The Wizard of Oz. Originally […]
The Beverly Hillbillies: Why Granny’s Kitchen Was the Most Dangerous Spot on Set md23
Granny, played by Irene Ryan, was known for her fiery temper and her endless potions, brews, and mountain remedies. But for the actors, Granny’s kitchen […]
The Secret Song That Almost Became the Theme of The Beverly Hillbillies md23
Few TV themes are as recognizable as the banjo-driven ballad that opens The Beverly Hillbillies. But behind that iconic melody lies a surprising fact: the […]
In Memory of Harriet MacGibbon (Mrs. Drysdale on ‘Beverly Hillbillies’): 38 Years After Her Demise md23
It’s been nearly 40 years since actress Harriet MacGibbon died on February 8, 1987, from a heart attack. Her most famous role was that of Margaret Drysdale, […]
This Rarely-Seen ’60s TV Star’s Enormous Fortune Has Nothing to Do With Acting md23
He’s the son of a boxing champion. As the last surviving cast member of The Beverly Hillbillies, Max Baer Jr. — better known as Jethro Bodine — remains […]
Donna Douglas Dies at 81: Watch The Beverly Hillbillies’ Elly May Reflect on Her ”Unbelievable” Life in Flashback Videos md23
For Donna Douglas, it sounds as though art really did reflect life in a way. The actress died Thursday at the age of 81 at her home in […]
Did ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ Just Reference LL Cool J’s Sam Hanna? MD19
The beauty of a shared television universe is the potential for unexpected connections, subtle nods, and thrilling crossovers that reward long-time viewers. For years, fans […]
