Who was television’s first teen star?
Television’s first teen star was Don Hastings, the teenager who played the Video Ranger, sidekick of “Captain Video” (DuMont, 1949-55).
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Who designed the visual style of the TV series “Miami Vice” (ABC, 1984-89)?
Much of the credit for the visual style of the TV series “Miami Vice”goes to art director Jeffrey Howard, who won an Emmy for his efforts in 1985.
Who asked, “Where’s the beef?” in what commercial?
Clara Peller asked, “Where’s the beef?” for Wendy’s, and Walter Mondale asked it in the 1984 presidential campaign.
What was Mr. Magoo’s complete name?
Mr. Magoo’s full name was Quincy Magoo. His voice in the 1964-65 comedy series, “The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo” (NBC), was provided by Jim Backus.
What was the prop budget for “Captain Video” (Du-Mont, 1949-55)?
The prop budget for “Captain Video” (Du-Mont, 1949-55) was twenty-five dollars per week, which covered items like Video Decoder Rings and Astra-Viewers.
When did the Estes Kefauver investigations run?
The Estes Kefauver investigations of politics and crime began in 1951, and like the Watergate investigations in the early 1970s, were broadcast during the day.
On the TV series “Bewitched”, how did Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery) work magic?
Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery) on the TV series “Bewitched” worked her magic by wiggling her nose. Jeannie on “I Dream of Jeannie” (NBC, 1965-70) folded her arms in front of her and blinked. Uncle Martin on “My Favorite Martian” (CBS, 1963-66) pointed at objects to levitate them and raised his antennae to become invisible.