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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Loretta Swit, who played Hot Lips' Houlihan on M*A*S*H, dies aged 87

Swit took on the challenge of portraying Major Margaret Houlihan as a fully developed character, not just a stereotype, greatly influencing the direction of the show's writing.
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fromInverse
2 months ago

30 Years Ago, An Iconic Sci-Fi Show Was Almost Spoiled By Accident

Understanding episode order is crucial for narrative impact in serialized television.
'Babylon 5' exemplified a shift towards interconnected storytelling in the 1990s.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Wink Martindale, legendary TV host and early interviewer of Elvis Presley, dies at 91

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
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fromIndependent
4 months ago

Father Ted at 30: 'My brother was working in a school and said "If the kids in the playground are repeating the lines, it's fking massive"'

'Good Luck, Father Ted' defined Irish comedy, blending absurdity and relatable characters in a unique setting, establishing a legacy that endures beyond its original run.
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fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

It Was Watched by 14 Million. Its Influence Is Still With Us Today. It's Hilariously Bad.

The 10 Kingdom set a precedent for blending reality with fairy tales in television, influencing many subsequent series.
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fromNew York Post
5 months ago

'Cheers' creators reveal how they really felt about Shelley Long's shocking exit

Shelley Long's portrayal of Diane Chambers was essential to the success of 'Cheers', particularly in its early seasons.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

David Lynch, Twin Peaks' and the American Art of Television

Twin Peaks presents a unique blend of Americana, darkness, and surrealism, making it a distinctive representation of the American experience.
fromBustle
9 months ago

Kaley Cuoco Would "Absolutely" Reprise One Of Her Biggest Roles

"I spent 12 years playing that role, and it really set off my career... It was some of the best years of my life and some of the most fun I've ever had."
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fromNew York Post
9 months ago

'Jeopardy!' has no shame making Mayim Bialik a clue 1 year after her firing

Mayim Bialik's legacy on 'Jeopardy!' continues through a clue referencing her iconic role from 'The Big Bang Theory.'
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