The Breakfast Club’s Judd Nelson Has Been Busy
After his 1980s Breakfast Club/St. Elmo’s Fire heyday Judd Nelson saw his career momentum falter. He never stopped working, but aside from a three-year run in the forgettable Brooke Shields sitcom Suddenly Susan his work was mostly one-off appearances on shows. Now, Nelson has a bit of a comeback on his hands. He’s not a movie star anymore, but he has thrown off the curse of being recognizable and perhaps typecast from his...
The Dukes of Hazzard: Then and Now
While the premise seems silly now, The Dukes of Hazzard comes from a time when the site of Confederate flag could still be innocent (at least partly because the Duke brothers were so likeable). It was a show that stopped America in its tracks when these words played ’round the nation. “Just two good ol’ boys, Never meanin’ no harm. Beats all you never saw, Been in trouble with the law Since the day they was born.”...
Mahaly ‘Michu’ Meszaros Of ‘ALF’ Dead At 76
The beloved actor who played ALF in the popular 80s show Mahaly ‘Michu’ Meszaros, had reportedly fallen into a coma according to recent reports, however, new reports claim that the actor has died at the age of 76. “Michu’s manager, Dennis Varga, tells us the 2’9″ actor had been dealing with health issues after suffering a stroke 8 years ago,” according to TMZ. “Dennis says late last week...
Happy Birthday, Michael J. Fox
One of the most beloved actors of the ‘80s, Michael J. Fox, turns 55 today. (Here we will pause so that the realization that Alex P. Keaton is now 55 years old can properly sink in) We’d probably be noting Fox’s birthday even if his career peaked with “Family Ties,” the sitcom that flipped the script by casting Fox as the proudly Republican teenaged son of former hippies played by Michael Gross and Meredith Baxter (who, by the way,...
Not Again: Dustin Diamond Arrested Once Again
Of all of the former Saved by the Bell cast members, Dustin Diamond seems to be having the toughest time maintaining a normal, crime-free life. He has been arrested once again for violating his probation. “Dustin Diamond is back behind bars … not even 2 months after he got sprung early for his concealed weapon conviction,” according to TMZ reports. “Cops in Saukville, Wisconsin busted the “Saved by the...
5 Great Van Damme Films and 1 Not-So-Great
Checking out a Jean Claude Van Damme movie in the 80s was something most fans anticipated. While many of these films were quite cheesy, the martial arts and fight scenes were pretty awesome at the time. Like Chuck Norris and many other 80s action film stars, Jean Claude Van Damme is remembered for his excellent martial arts abilities and his memorable performances of a man seeking revenge. That classic dancing scene from Kickboxer is...
Gimme A Break! Joey Lawrence Turns 40 Today
We like to make you feel old. That’s why we’re bringing it to your attention that it is little Joey Donovan’s 40th birthday today. Hopefully you’re not too old to remember Joey Lawrence as Joey Donovan from season’s 3-6 of the classic sitcom Gimme A Break!, his first acting role that he landed when he was just seven years old. Lawrence would go on to be the voice of Oliver in Disney’s 1988 Oliver & Company as well as to be a...
Remember This Guy? Happy Birthday to Silver Spoons’ Ricky Schroder
Ricky Schroder had quite the audience in the early ‘80s thanks to his work as the spoiled yet still endearing 12-year-old Ricky Stratton. Beginning in 1982, Silver Spoons lasted for the majority of the ‘80s with its last episode premiering in 1987. In total, it lasted 5 seasons for a culmination of 116 episodes. If you opened up any 1984 teen magazine, you were sure to see AT LEAST one picture of Rick Schroder, if not a highly coveted...
New Spotify Ad Says ‘The NeverEnding Story’ Streamed Every Day
It’s been thirty years since the 1980s classic The NeverEnding Story hit theaters, but a clever new Spotify advertisement reminds us that while stories might end- songs are forever. At least one person every single day listens to the movie’s title track, The NeverEnding Story by English singer Limahl, Spotify says. It’s even hard to believe for the movie’s hero, Atreyu. who makes a brief cameo in the Spotify ad with none other than...
‘The Rock’ Announces Huge Addition To ‘Baywatch’ Movie And It Just Feels Right
The late 80s was filled with a bunch of new TV shows that entertained fans for years to come. Baywatch happened to be one of those shows and now it’s being turned into a movie. The Baywatch film is set to star Zac Efron and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. However, recently it’s been announced that the shows original star, David Hasslehoff will be making an appearance in the film as well. In a video posted to...
Sylvester Stallone Loses Out on Second Opportunity to Win Oscar for Rocky Series
The Rocky movie series has made actor Sylvester Stallone a legend of sorts, but unfortunately the Academy has yet to make him an Oscar winner for it. Nominated for his role as Rocky 39 years ago, Stallone was up for a nomination for his role as the same character in this year’s sequel, Creed, but lost the best supporting actor Oscar to Mark Rylance of Bridge of Spies. While the biggest news of the night was arguably Leonardo...
‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ 30th Anniversary Fest is Coming
When it comes to celebrating milestone years in film, movies have often used the moments to return to theaters. For the 30th Anniversary of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” it’s going to be more than just another screening of the film. The 1986 John Hughes classic starring Matthew Broderick will be celebrated in grand fashion with a festival in May. “Ferris Fest” will be a multi-day event where fans can...
‘Fuller-House’ Cast Tells Donald Trump It’s Okay To Lose
The 2016 presidential election has taken turns that many might not have expected. In an attempt for a little comedic relief and to almost mock the fact that Donald Trump is running for President of the United States, Jimmy Fallon along with the cast of Netflix’s “Fuller House,” came together for a skit that might just have you rolling with laughter. In the skit, Fallon assumes the role of Donald Trump who is having...
Netflix’s Official Trailer For Pee-wee’s Big Holiday Has Arrived
If you were a fan of the Pee-wee Herman Show and 80’s films like Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, Pee-wee’s Playhouse and Big Top Pee-Wee you’re in for a treat. Netflix has brought the comedic stylings of Paul Reubens back in their new film Pee-wee’s Big Holiday. Netflix US & Canada released the full length trailer for Pee-wee’s Big Holiday featuring that unforgettable laugh and images of the...
Henry From ‘Punky Brewster’ Dies
After a 60 year career in entertainment, George Gaynes, known for his role as the foster dad in the popular 80s sitcom Punky Brewster, passed away on Feb. 15 at the age of 98. Gaynes’ career stretched much further than Punky Brewster, he also assumed the role of Commandant Lassard in all seven Police Academy films, with an even richer career pre-80s. “Born George Jongejans on May 16, 1917, in Helsinki as raised in various...
