Tag: George Burns
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CBS ON THE AIR: A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS ~ Part 1
March 26 – April 1, 1978 The origins of CBS date back to January 27, 1927, with the creation of the “United Independent Broadcasters” network. The fledgling network soon needed additional investors though, and the Columbia Phonograph Company, manufacturers of Columbia Records, rescued it in April 1927; as a result, the new network was renamed…
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STARS IN THE EYE
November 15, 1952 Producer and Director Ralph Levy Choreography by Donald Saddler Written by George Balzer, Al Schwartz, Si Rose, Hugh Wedlock, Howard Snyder, and the writers of the CBS shows represented. The closing credits indicate that the stars’ dialogue was written by the writers of their own shows. THE CBS SHOW AND STARS “I…
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BOB HOPE’S LOVE AFFAIR WITH LUCY
September 23, 1989 Produced & Directed by Ellen Brown Written by Robert L. Mills, Martha Bolton, Jeffrey Barron Lucille Ball (Archival Footage) was born on August 6, 1911 in Jamestown, New York. She began her screen career in 1933 and was known in Hollywood as ‘Queen of the B’s’ due to her many appearances in…
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EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT JACK BENNY *BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK
March 10, 1971 Produced & Directed by Norman Abbott Written by Hal Goldman, Al Gordon, Hilliard Marks, Bucky Searles, Hugh Wedlock Jr. STARRING Jack Benny (Himself, Host) was born on Valentine’s Day 1894. He had a successful vaudeville career, and an even greater career on radio with “The Jack Benny Program” which also became a…
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JACK BENNY’S CARNIVAL NIGHTS
March 20, 1968 Directed by Fred De Cordova Produced by Irving Fein Written by Hal Goldman, Al Gordon, Hilliard Marks Script Consultant Milt Josefsberg Jack Benny (Himself, Host) was born on Valentine’s day 1894. He had a successful vaudeville career, and an even greater career on radio with “The Jack Benny Program” which also became…
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LUCY THE STAR-GAZER! ~ Part One
On “Here’s Lucy,” more than any other series, Lucille Ball used her vast network of Hollywood celebrities as guest stars! It became a great honor to be asked to guest star on “Here’s Lucy,” and even the most accomplished actors were nervous about appearing with the great Lucille Ball. Here are some of the great stars of…
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STARSTRUCK! (Part 4 of 4) From Lucy Ricardo’s first trip to Hollywood to Lucy Carter’s famous encounter with Liz and Dick, Lucille Ball’s TV characters have always been starstruck! When Lucy Carmichael moved to Hollywood, a parade of celebrity guest stars (some as themselves, some as original characters) appeared on the show! Enjoy these…
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Lucy with George Burns
S5;E1 ~ September 12, 1966 Synopsis When George Burns opens an account at the bank, he recruits Lucy to be his new sidekick. When the act is a hit, Lucy must choose to go on tour with Burns or stay with Mr. Mooney. Regular Cast Lucille Ball (Lucy Carmichael / Rusty Martin), Gale Gordon (Theodore…
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“Lucy Plays Cupid”
(S1;E15 ~ January 21, 1952) Directed by Marc Daniels. Written by Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, and Bob Carroll, Jr. Filmed December 13, 1951 at General Service Studio. It was the 15th episode filmed. Rating: 51.8/73 Synopsis ~ The Ricardos’ spinster neighbor Miss Lewis thinks that eccentric grocer Mr. Ritter is the ‘bee’s knees,’ but when Lucy schemes to…
Papermoon Loves Lucy 