Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Black Beauty facts from the 2011 film "Green Hornet"
Seth Rogan's 2011 film GREEN HORNET was based on the television series THE GREEN HORNET which ran for a single season on ABC. From 1966-1967 Vanzant Williams portrayed the masked hero who owned a vehicle that he dubbed "Black Beauty." The car was a 1965 Chrysler Imperial Crown which was hidden away underneath the garage of Britt Reid who was the Hornet's real identity. Behind the garage wall were a set of switches on a secret control panel that turned the vehicle's headlights to green. There were clamps that would attach to the bumpers of Reid's personal vehicle, and the garage floor would rotate. This hid the car and Black Beauty would emerge and exit the garage.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
'Gunsmoke' orphans went on to television and movie fame
In 1971 there was an episode of GUNSMOKE titled "PS Murry Christmas." Jeanette Nolan was Miss Grundy the woman who ran an orphanage but was never able to allow the children to enjoy Christmas. Jack Elam portrayed the man who had volunteered at the facility and loved the children. When he complained about there not being Christmas presents he left with the seven parentless children and headed to Dodge City.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
John McIntire and Jeanette Nolan mixed business with pleasure
John Mcintyre and Jeanette Nolan married in 1935 and remained together for 56 years until he died in 1991. Both were actors with Nolan appearing in more than 300 television roles. Her character DIRTY SALLY was so beloved on 3 episodes of GUNSMOKE that the actress was given her own series with the same name in 1974. Mcintyre appeared with his wife on the show. When long Hollywood marriages are mentioned people think of Hume Crone and Jessica Tandy, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee, or PaulNewman and Joanne Woodward. Nolan and Mcintyre also mixed business with pleasure.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Jodie Foster appeared 3 times on 'Gunsmoke'
Jodie Foster has been called one of the best actresses of her baby boomer generation and has the accolades to prove how accomplished she is. Foster has received two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, three British Academy Film Awards, and the honorary Cecil B. DeMille Award. In addition to acting, she has proven herself as a director and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Spencer busted, Maxie returns, and Carly has doubts on 'General Hospital'
The following information is what GENERAL HOSPITAL spoilers are projecting for the next two weeks based on inside sources. During the weeks of August, 16-20 and 23-27 three Port Charles residents will be dealing with sticky situations that lead to meltdowns of varying degrees. Spencer Cassadine, Maxie Jones, and Carly Corinthos will all be in the valley of decision regarding no-win situations. No matter what they choose, someone is going to be hurt.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Ashland gives Harrison to Kyle on 'The Young and the Restless'
This is not a spoiler but what actually takes place on the Monday, August 16 episode of THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS. The Lockeness monster relinquishes his son to Kyle because he believes this is what is best for the little boy that he has raised for 3 years. Ashland shows up at the Abbott mansion after a chemo session and he did not look well at all. He was winded and his voice was hoarse. The CBS soap could simply be trying to be realistic about how drained some people are after chemotherapy or this could be an indication that Ashland will die.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
‘General Hospital’ fans want Brook Lynn and Chase together
GENERAL HOSPITAL TEA recently polled viewers regarding whether or not they wanted Chase and BLQ to become a couple. You can see by the chart below that close to 90% of respondents agree that Brook Lynn Quartermaine and the police detective would be good together. Ned's daughter and doctor Finn's younger brother have been growing close to each other for quite some time. When they first met Chase was always arresting the Q heir for minor skirmishes and several times she punched him by accident.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Jax should tell Britt that Jarly is pretending on 'General Hospital'
GENERAL HOSPITAL fans are expressing their opinions about a current storyline and overwhelmingly agree that it is time for a shakeup. Fans are saying that it is long past time for Britt Westbourne to find out the real reason Carly and Jason are getting married. She has been spending a lot of time with Jax who is concerned about his daughter Josslyn. Jax knows that Jarly has more to do with the mob than love but he has not come right out and told Britt.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
‘Tom and Jerry’ the man behind Tom’s screams
If you are a fan of the famous cat and mouse duo TOM AND JERRY you know that Tom has had a distinctive yell. In my neck of the woods, children would tease each other by saying that someone was screaming like Tom. It was also common to hear boys tell each other that Tom screamed lie a little girl. During the cartoons, Tom has been set on fire, beaten and bashed, had doors slammed in his face and bowling balls and anvils dropped on his head. His tail has been cut off and bitten by dogs so this cat has a right to shout to the high heavens because of the pain.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
'The Young and the Restless' week of August 16 spoilers
Spoilers for THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS for the week of August 1 suggest several interesting interactions between Genoa City residents. Please keep in mind these are projections and may or may not come to pass. Spoiler alerts can be spot-on or completely wrong. What is being teased for the coming week involves Nikki, Nick, Phyllis, Rey, Sally, and Adam.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
All in the family cast now
ALL IN ThE FAMILY was a groundbreaking television series that tackled serious issues and had an iconic cast and can be seen in syndication on a number of television networks. Let's take a look at Archie, and Edith Bunkers, their daughter Gloria, son-in-law Mike Stivic and next- door neighbor Lionel Jefferson and see where they are at this point.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
Ashland Locke's death would leave Kyle as Harrison's only parent on 'The Young and the Restless'
What you are about to read is a projected possibility and is not a spoiler or a leaked script. When Richard Burgi joined the cast of THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS in March 2021 it was reported that his character Ashland Locke would only be around for the summer. The Lockeness Monster has been in Genoa City for five months and there are only a few weeks left in August. Unless something has changed and his contract was extended Locke will soon be gone. This is why those who watch the CBS daytime drama should prepare for the possibility that Victoria's fiancee might die suddenly.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in Geeks
