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Seavers vs. True Believer: Kirk Cameron’s Dangerous ‘Protests’

Seavers vs. True Believer: Kirk Cameron’s Dangerous ‘Protests’
Kirk Cameron, 50, of Growing Pains fame has raised the ire of some by spearheading "peaceful protests" — maskless Christmas caroling events — in his area. Now, even his TV family members have spoken up, with Tracey Gold, 51, and Jeremy Miller, 41, expressing their disapproval. He's got a fetish for Christmas ... (Image via…
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A Slew of ’70s & ’80s Christmassy TV Ads!

A Slew of ’70s & ’80s Christmassy TV Ads!
It's that time of the year again, and you're in for some major nostalgia if you check out these '70s and '80s Christmas-themed TV commercials. The one for Sprite is one I hadn't thought about in forever: https://youtu.be/4q30XrLNkKw
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Ralph Macchio on a ‘Karate Kid’ Frenemy Turned Friend

Ralph Macchio on a ‘Karate Kid’ Frenemy Turned Friend
Ralph Macchio, 59, and William Zabka, 55, were mortal enemies in The Karate Kid (1985), but he's opening up about how their real-life friendship is closer than ever. Co-star Martin Kove, 74, posted this image in 2019, showing Zabka on the left and Macchio on the right. (Image via Twitter) Macchio told ExtraTV: “We better…
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Broadway Legend Ann Reinking Dies @ 71

Broadway Legend Ann Reinking Dies @ 71
Famed for her dancing — and her romantic and creative affiliation with legendary director and choregrapher Bob Fosse (1927-1987) — Broadway singer, dancer, choreographer and actress Ann Reinking died Saturday, December 12, at 71 in Washington. Reinking was a towering influencer in her field. (GIF via GIPHY) No cause of death has been released. Born November 10,…
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Smokey Robinson’s Never Heard of Chanukah?!

Smokey Robinson’s Never Heard of Chanukah?!
Cameo is a great way for fans to get to interact with stars from A-list to Z-list, all for a few bucks. Stick to singing! (Image via video still) It's also a good way for dormant stars to make some money. Living legend Smokey Robinson sweetly did one for an old neighbor, but when asked…
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Ford Returns as Indiana Jones, RIP Barbara Windsor & More

Ford Returns as Indiana Jones, RIP Barbara Windsor & More
Links to the past, with relevance today: Hairy-son Ford ... (Image via Lucasfilm) BBC: Harrison Ford, 78, has signed up for a fifth — and final — gig as Indiana Jones. I recently rewatched all four and must say Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) — aside from "Anything Goes" — is complete…
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TCM to Air ‘Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity’ During Tribute

TCM to Air ‘Marsha Hunt’s Sweet Adversity’ During Tribute
Marsha Hunt, the 103-year-old actor and activist from the Golden Age of Hollywood, is set to be honored with a day of movies on TCM capped off by the channel's first airing of Marsha Hunt's Sweet Adversity, a doc on her storied life and career. Hunt in her heyday (Image via MGM) Hunt was discovered…
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