Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl is a widow who enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Curtis Baldwin: Catching up with Calvin Dobbs from 227
227 Calvin Dobbs Curtis Baldwin portrayed Calvin Dobbs who was the grandson of Pearl Shay (Helen Martin) on the television series 227. The sitcom ran on NBC from September 1985- May 1990 and was about the daily lives of a group of people living in a Chicago apartment complex. The star of the show was Marla Gibbs as Mary Jenkins, who had gained fame as Florence the maid on The Jeffersons. Mary's husband Lester (Hal Williams), their daughter Brenda (Regina King), landlady Rose Halloway (Alaina Reed Hall), and neighbor Sandra Clark (Jackée Harry) were also regulars.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Sidney Poitier Syndrome AKA They call me Mr. Tibbs
Sidney Poitier: A History maker Oscar-winner Sidney Poitier has passed away at age 94. As of this writing, the date of his death and the cause of his demise have not been revealed. Poitier is known for his long career and being the first African American to win the Academy Award for a leading role in 1963's Lillies of the Field. He has been referred to as America's first black movie star and his every move will now be recalled by the press and examined on the Internet.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
The Young and the Restless: Michael Baldwin considers a major life change
The Young and the Restless: Michael is in the valley of decision Fans of the Fisher/Baldwin families on The Young and the Restless have been asking for more air time for these popular characters. It may not last long but will soon devotees of this clan will be singing "Hail, hail, the gang's all here," On Monday, January 10, the troops will rally around Michael Baldwin (Christian LeBlanc) as he ponders a life-changing decision.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
General Hospital: Ingo and Nancy are no Jax and Alexis
General Hospital: Former co-stars are at odds On General Hospital Alexis Davis and Jasper Jax Jacks once had a wonderful relationship. Their portrayers Ingo Rademacher and Nancy Lee Grahn also got along but lately have been on opposite ends of the spectrum. During an interview with conservative talk show host Tucker Carson, Rademaker said that he loved Nancy and enjoyed working with her but his recent comments about her seem to paint a different picture.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Carol Burnett: She turned a tragic childhood into a tremendous career
Carol Burnette: An early life of poverty Carol Burnette is known worldwide for her unique brand of comedy which includes television, movies, and Broadway. A 30 minute variation of The Carol Burnette Show, Carol Burnette and Friends can still be seen on MeTV weeknights from 11:00-11;30 PM. The slapstick antics, the comradery of the cast and famous guest stars all combine to give viewers side-splitting laughs that have not been rivaled to this day.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
A Different World: Keeping up with Charnele Brown
A Different World: Changes in season two In season two of the NBC hit sitcom A Different World, producer Debbie Allen made some changes. One was the addition of Charnele Brown as Kimberly Reese. Allen said Brown was hired because the show needed a student who was brown-skinned AKA a ' chocolate sista." In season one Dawn Lewis who played Jaleesa Vinson was the only main character who was brown. Maggie Lawton (Marisa Tome ) was white, and Lisa Bonet (Denise Huxtable), Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert)m and Marie Recastner(Millie) were all light-complexioned.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Eden McCoy signs 3 year contract with General Hospital
General Hospital actress signs a 3 year contract Eden McCoy was not sure if she could juggle her first year of a college education while working on General Hospital. The actress has weighed the pros and cons and decided that she can do both. This is good news for her followers who enjoy her character. McCoy just inked a new 3 year contract deal with the ABC soap so her fans can rest easy that she is not going anywhere anytime soon. The actress shared on The Chat that she has been on GH since elementary school and that she is determined her studies at The University of Southern California will not suffer.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
General Hospital fans want Lucky back for Luke's final farewell
General Hospital: Lucky Spencer is a beloved character Jonathan Jackson originated the role of Lucky Spencer on General Hospital in 1993 at the age of 11. He is the son of Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary) and Laura Spencer Collins (Genie Francis) and when he left the ABC soap the role was recast first with Jacob Young and later Greg Vaughn. For many viewers, Jackson is the one and only Lucky and they would love to see him return. Jackson has said that his increasing workload on other projects did not allow him to come back to full time and that the powers that be would not allow him to be on a recurring basis.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Anthony Geary got his wish regarding Luke's death on General Hospital
Anthony Geary predicted his character's demise "If I ever do leave GH - not something I want to see happen anytime soon - I want Luke to die. I don't want him coming home for Christmas episodes or the birth of his great grandchildren. I would prefer to have him go out in a blaze of glory and also that it be the climax of a wonderful story that involves the entire community, rather than some inconsequential B plot".
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Casper the Friendly Ghost
Casper fans continue to love him Casper the Friendly Ghost originated at Famous Studios in a theatrical animated cartoon series of the same name. He is a kind, pleasant, personable ghost, who is often criticized by the Ghostly Trio who are his three wicked uncles. Casper is translucent and when people realize he is a ghost they run for their lives. He poses no threat and only desires to make friends. Adults fear him but children love him and often will play with him giving Casper the attention he is craving.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
General Hospital: Fans want William deVry to return as Julian Jerome
General Hospital fans want Julian back Julian Jerome died near the end of 2020 on General Hospital and loyal fans have been distraught ever since. His portrayer, William deVry tried to prepare his fans through Twitter posts that he was not going to return. Even when the show set things up for viewers to know that the character was most sincerely dead, it was difficult to believe. Many of those who watch the ABC soap had come to love this multifaceted man and the relationship he had with his sister Ava Jerome Cassadine (Maura West).
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in Geeks
Happy New Year all year long
January 1 is the official New Year of the Gregorian calendar that is recognized throughout the world. Each year at this time people make resolutions but very rarely carry them out. This can be disappointing but a way to counter falling short is to renew what you have determined to do each time a different New Year is observed. This gives you a focal point where you can check yourself and update your plans.
By Cheryl E Preston2 years ago in FYI