Buddy Ebsen was initially set to play the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz
“If I only had a part…” By now, most of us are familiar with the story of Buddy Ebsen in The Wizard of Oz. He […]
Beverly Hillbillies
Who was Raymond Bailey before he was Mr. Drysdale?
It turns out, he was many things! It’s hard to picture Mr. Milburn Drsysdale outside the context of his role at the bank. After all, […]
After The Beverly Hillbillies ended, Max Baer had to audition for people who had no idea who he was
Do you know your Jethro? To be a part of something big and impactful is a profound opportunity, but that doesn’t always guarantee that you’ll […]
Bruce Springsteen and E Street sing ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ theme on eve of LA shows
Is this on the setlist? Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band sing an a cappella version of the theme from “The Beverly Hillbillies” on […]
Buddy Ebsen: Deliberate Corniness in ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’
Ebsen was confident in his series. Intent in comedy is an incredibly important thing, even if you think it’s barely noticeable to your audience. If […]
Donna Douglas, Elly May from ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’, Opens Up About Relationship with Buddy Ebsen Before Passing
Donna Douglas played the charming, beloved character of Elly May Clampett on The Beverly Hillbillies. The nine years she spent on the show didn’t only […]
Donna Douglas: The Untold Story After ‘The Beverly Hillbillies
While she possessed smaller roles in the 1960s, Donna Douglas made herself known to the world as Elly May Clampett. The Beverly Hillbillies placed the […]
Curious About Granny from ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’? Here’s Her Post-Show Journey
The legendary actress will always be remembered for her iconic “Granny” role. Here’s why we do not remember much of her beyond her career-defining part. […]
Despite Critics, ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’ Episode Dominates 1960s Viewing Charts
An unforgettable “The Beverly Hillbillies” episode titled “The Giant Jackrabbit” features a storyline reminiscent of a classic animated cartoon. The episode revolves around the character […]
“The Beverly Hillbillies”: Plain – Just Like Granny
We know her as Granny Clampett, the feisty and wise matriarch of “The Beverly Hillbillies.” The character’s name was actually Daisy Moses, and I assume […]
