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Today we celebrate Megan Mullally, star of "Will & Grace," on her 67th birthday! A fun fact: Megan’s first regularly scheduled sitcom role came on ABC’s short-lived "The Ellen Burstyn Show" during the 1986–87 TV season, which aired right after Lucille Ball’s final series, "Life With Lucy."
November 12, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Today we celebrate Megan Mullally, star of "Will & Grace," on her 67th birthday! A fun fact: Megan’s first regularly scheduled sitcom role came on ABC’s short-lived "The Ellen Burstyn Show" during the 1986–87 TV season, which aired right after Lucille Ball’s final series, "Life With Lucy."
TV legends Carol Burnett and Carroll O'Connor first appeared on the NBC sitcom "Mad About You" in 1996 as the parents of Jamie Buchman (Helen Hunt). They did four episodes together (with Carol in 11 episodes in total as Theresa Stemple).
November 12, 2025 at 3:12 PM
TV legends Carol Burnett and Carroll O'Connor first appeared on the NBC sitcom "Mad About You" in 1996 as the parents of Jamie Buchman (Helen Hunt). They did four episodes together (with Carol in 11 episodes in total as Theresa Stemple).
Happy 34th Birthday! On this day in 1991, Jesse (John Stamos) and Rebecca (Lori Loughlin) welcomed twins Nicky and Alex on the ABC sitcom Full House.
November 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Happy 34th Birthday! On this day in 1991, Jesse (John Stamos) and Rebecca (Lori Loughlin) welcomed twins Nicky and Alex on the ABC sitcom Full House.
"The Dukes of Hazzard" spinoff "Enos," starring Sonny Shroyer, premiered on CBS in 1980. Shroyer's Deputy Enos Strate character moved from Hazzard to Los Angeles to join the LAPD. The comedy lasted just one season and Shroyer returned to "The Dukes of Hazzard" in the fall of 1982.
November 12, 2025 at 1:24 PM
"The Dukes of Hazzard" spinoff "Enos," starring Sonny Shroyer, premiered on CBS in 1980. Shroyer's Deputy Enos Strate character moved from Hazzard to Los Angeles to join the LAPD. The comedy lasted just one season and Shroyer returned to "The Dukes of Hazzard" in the fall of 1982.
📺 November 11, 1988: Melissa Agretti (Ana Alicia) dies in the mansion fire that she herself set on the CBS prime time soap "Falcon Crest".
November 12, 2025 at 3:41 AM
📺 November 11, 1988: Melissa Agretti (Ana Alicia) dies in the mansion fire that she herself set on the CBS prime time soap "Falcon Crest".
📺 November 11, 1984: "Ellis Island" premiered on CBS. The 3-part miniseries about the lives of immigrants in America in the early 1900's starred Faye Dunaway, Richard Burton (in his final on-screen appearance), Kate Burton, Ann Jillian, Ben Vereen, Melba Moore, Emma Samms and Liam Neeson.
November 12, 2025 at 3:11 AM
📺 November 11, 1984: "Ellis Island" premiered on CBS. The 3-part miniseries about the lives of immigrants in America in the early 1900's starred Faye Dunaway, Richard Burton (in his final on-screen appearance), Kate Burton, Ann Jillian, Ben Vereen, Melba Moore, Emma Samms and Liam Neeson.
📺 🏃November 11, 1999: On NBC's "Friends", an odd running style by Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) initially embarrasses Rachel (Jennifer Aniston).
November 12, 2025 at 2:50 AM
📺 🏃November 11, 1999: On NBC's "Friends", an odd running style by Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) initially embarrasses Rachel (Jennifer Aniston).
📺 November 11, 1995: Will Ferrell and Cheri Oteri donned the Spartan cheerleading uniforms for the first time on NBC's "Saturday Night Live" to play a pair of high schoolers who won’t let not making the squad take away their Spartan spirit. Guest host Quentin Tarantino also starred in the skit.
November 12, 2025 at 2:49 AM
📺 November 11, 1995: Will Ferrell and Cheri Oteri donned the Spartan cheerleading uniforms for the first time on NBC's "Saturday Night Live" to play a pair of high schoolers who won’t let not making the squad take away their Spartan spirit. Guest host Quentin Tarantino also starred in the skit.
🎬 November 11, 1994: “Interview with the Vampire” was released in theaters nationwide. The feature film based on the Anne Rice novel of the same name was directed by Neil Jordan and starred Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Kirsten Dunst, tephen Rea, Antonio Banderas and Christian Slater.
November 12, 2025 at 2:47 AM
🎬 November 11, 1994: “Interview with the Vampire” was released in theaters nationwide. The feature film based on the Anne Rice novel of the same name was directed by Neil Jordan and starred Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Kirsten Dunst, tephen Rea, Antonio Banderas and Christian Slater.
📺 November 11, 1992: On NBC's "Seinfeld", Jerry Seinfeld and his girlfriend Marla (Jane Leeves) listened to Elaine Benes (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) tell a story about her diaphragm flying out of her purse at a party on the previous night. At the time, Marla's virginity was unbeknownst to Elaine.
November 12, 2025 at 2:45 AM
📺 November 11, 1992: On NBC's "Seinfeld", Jerry Seinfeld and his girlfriend Marla (Jane Leeves) listened to Elaine Benes (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) tell a story about her diaphragm flying out of her purse at a party on the previous night. At the time, Marla's virginity was unbeknownst to Elaine.
📺 November 11, 1985: The TV movie "An Early Frost" starring Aidan Quinn and Gena Rowlands premiered on NBC. It was the first major film that dealt with the topic of AIDS.
November 12, 2025 at 2:44 AM
📺 November 11, 1985: The TV movie "An Early Frost" starring Aidan Quinn and Gena Rowlands premiered on NBC. It was the first major film that dealt with the topic of AIDS.
📺 November 11, 1983: Priscilla Beaulieu Presley began her five-season stint on CBS prime time soap "Dallas" as Jenna Wade, who'd rekindle her love for Bobby Ewing.
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 AM
📺 November 11, 1983: Priscilla Beaulieu Presley began her five-season stint on CBS prime time soap "Dallas" as Jenna Wade, who'd rekindle her love for Bobby Ewing.
📺 November 11, 1981: Joan Collins officially joined the ABC prime time soap "Dynasty” as Alexis Carrington Colby. For its second season premiere, Alexis testified at the trial that accused her ex-husband Blake (John Forsythe) of murder.
The addition of Collins propelled "Dynasty" to No. 1 in 1985.
The addition of Collins propelled "Dynasty" to No. 1 in 1985.
November 12, 2025 at 2:39 AM
📺 November 11, 1981: Joan Collins officially joined the ABC prime time soap "Dynasty” as Alexis Carrington Colby. For its second season premiere, Alexis testified at the trial that accused her ex-husband Blake (John Forsythe) of murder.
The addition of Collins propelled "Dynasty" to No. 1 in 1985.
The addition of Collins propelled "Dynasty" to No. 1 in 1985.
📺 November 11, 1980: On ABC's "Three's Company", Jack Tripper (John Ritter) got fired from his new job at a diner for refusing the sexual advances of his female boss (Ellen Travolta). He then decided to sue her for wrongful termination
November 12, 2025 at 2:36 AM
📺 November 11, 1980: On ABC's "Three's Company", Jack Tripper (John Ritter) got fired from his new job at a diner for refusing the sexual advances of his female boss (Ellen Travolta). He then decided to sue her for wrongful termination
Sally Kirkland, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dies At 84
Sally Kirkland, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dies At 84
Sally Kirkland, who reached the height of her career with an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe win for her performance in the 1987 drama "Anna," has died.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Sally Kirkland, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dies At 84
“Gentlemen’s Agreement,” directed by Elia Kazan and starring Gregory Peck, John Garfield Dorothy McGuire, opened in New York in 1947. It won three Oscars — Best Picture, Best Director and Celeste Holm for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture.
November 11, 2025 at 8:59 PM
“Gentlemen’s Agreement,” directed by Elia Kazan and starring Gregory Peck, John Garfield Dorothy McGuire, opened in New York in 1947. It won three Oscars — Best Picture, Best Director and Celeste Holm for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture.
ICYMI from Marc Berman at @Forbes: Sands Through The Hourglass: 60 Years Of ‘Days Of Our Lives’
Sands Through The Hourglass: 60 Years Of ‘Days Of Our Lives’
"Days of Our Lives" at 60: Salem’s secrets, scandals, and second chances still captivate audiences
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November 11, 2025 at 7:40 PM
ICYMI from Marc Berman at @Forbes: Sands Through The Hourglass: 60 Years Of ‘Days Of Our Lives’
‘A Different World’ Sequel Series Ordered At Netflix
‘A Different World’ Sequel Series Ordered At Netflix
Netflix has officially ordered a sequel to "A Different World," "The Cosby Show" spinoff that focused on the life of students at Hillman College.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:40 PM
‘A Different World’ Sequel Series Ordered At Netflix
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November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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John Gafford: From Drift To Drive — Empowering Others To Take Control Of Their Lives
John Gafford: From Drift To Drive — Empowering Others To Take Control Of Their Lives
From "The Apprentice" to real estate mogul, John Gafford's new book "Escaping the Drift" is for anyone ready to stop drifting and start driving their own success.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
John Gafford: From Drift To Drive — Empowering Others To Take Control Of Their Lives
In 1980, the Ted Knight sitcom "Too Close For Comfort" debuted. When ABC canceled it after three seasons, it moved into first-run syndication for three more seasons (and was retitled "The Ted Knight Show" in the final retooled season).
November 11, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In 1980, the Ted Knight sitcom "Too Close For Comfort" debuted. When ABC canceled it after three seasons, it moved into first-run syndication for three more seasons (and was retitled "The Ted Knight Show" in the final retooled season).
The characters Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney made their debut on ABC’s "Happy Days" in 1975. Less than three months later, their popularity led to the spinoff "Laverne & Shirley," which premiered on January 27, 1976, and quickly soared to the top of the ratings.
November 11, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The characters Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney made their debut on ABC’s "Happy Days" in 1975. Less than three months later, their popularity led to the spinoff "Laverne & Shirley," which premiered on January 27, 1976, and quickly soared to the top of the ratings.
📺 November 10, 1996: "Pandora's Clock" premiered on NBC. The two-part miniseries about a 747 airliner en route from Frankfurt to New York that was quarantined with landing clearances being denied when a passenger died of a possible doomsday virus starred Richard Dean Anderson and Jane Leeves.
November 11, 2025 at 2:20 AM
📺 November 10, 1996: "Pandora's Clock" premiered on NBC. The two-part miniseries about a 747 airliner en route from Frankfurt to New York that was quarantined with landing clearances being denied when a passenger died of a possible doomsday virus starred Richard Dean Anderson and Jane Leeves.
📺 November 10, 2024: Montana governor John Dutton was found dead on "Yellowstone". The scene was staged as a suicide, but it was soon revealed that Jamie Dutton's lover Sarah Atwood had hired assassins to murder him. Behind-the-scenes, Kevin Costner who portrayed John had already exited the drama.
November 11, 2025 at 1:54 AM
📺 November 10, 2024: Montana governor John Dutton was found dead on "Yellowstone". The scene was staged as a suicide, but it was soon revealed that Jamie Dutton's lover Sarah Atwood had hired assassins to murder him. Behind-the-scenes, Kevin Costner who portrayed John had already exited the drama.
📺 November 10, 2014: Kate Beckett (Stana Katic) and Richard Castle (Nathan Fillion) got married on ABC's "Castle", after he imagined an alternate universe where he had never met Beckett.
November 11, 2025 at 12:51 AM
📺 November 10, 2014: Kate Beckett (Stana Katic) and Richard Castle (Nathan Fillion) got married on ABC's "Castle", after he imagined an alternate universe where he had never met Beckett.