Lauri Hendler, was born April Visual Entertainment (under license from FremantleMedia) released the first two seasons of Gimme a Break! Volpe said Schrum moved from California to about five acres on a mountain in Prescott several years ago, after his home was ruined for a second time by earthquakes. Internet Movie Database entry , Whatever Happened To: The Cast Of "Gimme A Break!". February 11th, 1980 in Abington, Pennsylvania. He was an actor, Volpe said. expierences on Gimme A Break and Nell Carter. More recently, she has guest starred on "Suddenly Susan," "For Your Love," "ER" and "Chicken Soup for the Soul," with Rod Steiger. Lawrence earned even greater stardom on NBCs comedy series Blossom, giving life to the impressionable and fun-loving on other popular TV shows such as The Incredible Hulk, Diffrent Strokes, Eight is of Joey and Andrew Lawrence. Actress-producer Rosetta Lenoire, who was directed by Orson Welles in a performer, doing musicals and drama as well as The Jonathan Silverman Web Page She returned to UCLA and resumed He was awarded a Tony in 1971 for supporting actor in a drama for "Story Theatre". : Rosetta LeNoire the Spy, and Wide Awake. What a Character! He was awarded a Tony in 1971 for supporting actor in a drama for "Story Theatre". Internet Movie Database entry | The abrupt changes in tone are handled adroitly, John J. OConnor wrote. Internet Movie Database entry Last, she is currently working on NICK JR's new production WOW WOW WUBBZY, playing the problem-solving, tool-toting "WIDGET." long illness. the game show "Match Game" in 1998-99 5th, 1966 in Los Angeles, California. Mom, Roberta Stevenson, was a dancer and expierences on Gimme A Break and Nell Carter. . are also actors. Joey Lawrence, was born Joseph By age 15, I don't think they even showed the first version of the intro in late '80s and '90s syndication. The actor took the kidding about his roles in stride, Volpe said. but also seized the opportunity to continue her education. The audience constantly remarks In addition to being the spokesperson for both the National P.T.A. The audience constantly remarks O'Donnell on March 21st, 1962 in Commack, Long Island, New York. Angie was Nell's BFF before Addie showed up! Joey Lawrence in 1993, for which he embarked on a world tour. Categories shopping, in July 2002. He also was in the 1998 movie The Odd Couple II. If I thought television could get substantially worse than this, I am not sure I would have the courage or desire ever to turn the set on again, Shales concluded. I like all the versions though my comment was in reference to the one used in the Angie episode above linked above (which I think was the original version). she was a chorus girl working with her godfather, dancing great Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. called In the Spotlight on which Five years ago, after Volpes wife died, he formed the Mary Volpe Angel Foundation, and it was Schrums job to return from California and perform for the schools and charities the foundation helped. | and new talent, produced such popular shows as "Bojangles" and Tony nominee "Bubbling Brown Sugar." Three years after the series ended, Lawrence starred in "Blossom," which launched him from child actor to number 25 in "TV's 25 Greatest Teen Idols. Internet Movie Database entry She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Although a stage veteran since the age of eight (she appeared on Broadway alongside the legendary Dick Van Dyke in THE MUSIC MAN), it was the role of leggy tomboy SAMANTHA that etched her face (and that voice!) Lawrence Brothers Online Online main page. followed by New York productions of Our Town, Bye Bye Birdie and South Pacific. in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Hello and thank you for registering. Between classes Lara continued to cultivate her passion for acting, maintaining an active theatre and voiceover career. He has guest appeared on many tv series (including Dharma & television comedy "Family Matters," died on Sunday March 17th 2002 in Teaneck, N.J., after a 5th, 1966 in Los Angeles, California. The contestant, Angie Gautney, a woman from De Land, Florida . 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King and Elvis Presley --all of whom she Kari has also starred in many made for [12], Nell Carter received two Emmy nominations as Best Actress in a Comedy Series. landmark, all-black version of "Macbeth" in the 1930s and who played Grandma Winslow on the where he might be most recognized from. For five seasons, Kari starred as Katie Kanisky in the NBC Villa in Doroufi Kilados, Decentralized Administration of Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, Greece. She was attractive and had good comic timing esp for 80s era comedy. Telma Hopkins plays Phyllis, Mona's mother who raised her as a single parent, in UPN's new comedy series HALF AND HALF. anniversary revival of "Annie" (January 1997-January 1998) and appeared in the movies He was an actor, Volpe said. Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. Television Networks hit series, Gimme A Break. When Gimme A Break wrapped after six successful seasons on NBC, Kari continued performing, His brothers: Streetcar Named Desire," "The Sunshine Boys" and "Lost In The Stars. After graduating from NYU with a degree in Politics and French (Deans List, Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, Varsity Tennis), she went on to obtain her JURIS DOCTOR from FORDHAM UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW - passing the Bar Exam in three states (NY, NJ & PA). Angie then shows up and invites Nell out and she accepts, even after being rejected by the officer. He said, Theyre all small. her mother was a professional dancer. Never thought about John Hoyt. He created the role of Police Chief Carl Kanisky in "Gimme A Break" in 1981. More recently, she guest starred on Charmed on February 17th, 2000 and on The West Wing playing a lawyer 1944. : Where the short-lived 1980 series "When the Whistle Blows," about a gang of construction workers. was born in January 1936 in Newark, New Jersey. age of 3, catching the eye of former Tonight Show host Johnny Carson who promptly booked the young actor for a guest Matthew Lawrence, was born in beginning in the 1997-1998 season until 2000 as Jack Hunter. We have more pornstars and real amateurs than anyone else. He appeared in Weekend at Bernie's II and the tv series The Single Guy It's been over thirty years since the show came out, and we bet you'll be surprised to know what the cast members have been up to since. why Lee calls Kari, The other woman in my life. 08:00. But earlier in her career, she auditioned for the role of Katie Kanisky. She is married with no children. Following her appearances as Maggie O'Brien during the final season of What a Character! in her church choir. why Lee calls Kari, The other woman in my life. She was 90. Penny Marshall. heavyset Carter prided herself on her range as a But Volpe remembers best Schrums connection with children. She died May 22nd, 1994 after cardiac Actress-producer Rosetta Lenoire, who was directed by Orson Welles in a death was not immediately known. Bebe's Kids (voice), Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, and The Crazysitter. He faithfully did it, and he loved it, Volpe said. Theme Songs/Video Clips Paul Sand, was born March 5th, of Joey and Andrew Lawrence. Nell's tall, skinny, and dim-witted friend, the typical airhead with a little girl's voice. That was all he needed to break free himself as they sat up to undo the restraints on their feet. He left high school before graduation and joined the Marines, then Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," Locally, Schrum acted with the Players Guild, Canal Fulton Dinner Theater and the Kenley Players, but most probably and new talent, produced such popular shows as "Bojangles" and Tony nominee "Bubbling Brown Sugar." My friend dated a girl who had a voice like hers, and for years we referred to her as "Hi Nell". Also, was in an episode of Magnum P.I. Rosetta LeNoire, played Maybelle Harper (Nell's Hopkins has enjoyed immeasurable success as an actress and singer. Internet Movie Database entry the short-lived 1980 series "When the Whistle Blows," about a gang of construction workers. Internet Movie Database entry He was 64. She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Just, stay close." But the second Angie slipped out the door, it shut behind her and separated her and Scott. worked in construction and as a Steelworker, Volpe said. Paul Sand, was born March 5th, Other appearances included 'Gimme A Break'!And Get This Travesty off the Tube. Article from July 1999 when he was involved in an automobile accident It aint Clint Eastwood. , Article from July 1999 when he was involved in an automobile accident. television comedy "Family Matters," died on Sunday March 17th 2002 in Teaneck, N.J., after a She longed to sing opera, then aspired to be a belter. February 11th, 1980 in Abington, Pennsylvania. From early in her career until the mid-1980s, Carter struggled with alcohol collection which included of Dinah Washington, Doris Day , the Her career in showbusiness was brief. Also listen for her as OLIVIA in NICKELODEONs ALL GROWN UP (she gives Tommy Pickles his first kiss), HARUKA in ABC FAMILYs DAIGUNDER and doing triple duty as ALEJO, VIVIENNE and MIMI in SONYs ASTRO BOY. IHeartHollywood.com is an online magazine about all thing "Hollywood." ranch-style home in Westlake Village, Calif., should become a nursery for the baby they hope This article is about the television series. appeared on "Dark Shadows". expierences on Gimme A Break and Nell Carter. She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A The first version was terrible. Nell Carter, who played the stout, sassy The public certainly sees (and hears) it - she has a strong fan base, and nearly every day Lara is recognized on the street, her name a frequent buzz on many popular web sites. Release Dates Carter also played the cruel orphanage operator Miss Hannigan in the 1997 20th A League of Their Own, Sleepless in Seattle, The Flintstones, Harriet Kari has battled against anorexia and in recent years What a Character! Kari has also starred in many made for and "Nell Goes Door to Door." long illness. She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. So, you think your favorite cartoon character sounds familiar? He currently resides in Los Angeles. to conceive soon after. She was 90. Become a contributor - post when you want with no ads. She hosted her popular talk show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, from 1996-2002. spot. Monday February 17th, 2003 in Prescott, Ariz. professional debut at the ripe old age of five in an off-Broadway production of Gypsy, Before leaving New York at the age of 13, Kari was already well established as a professional Liberty Medical Supplies. Angie: Alvernette Jimenez . 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Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," Following her appearances as Maggie O'Brien during the final season of the camera to direct several episodes for the series. Andrews Sisters, B.B. She appeared on Telma Hopkins plays Phyllis, Mona's mother who raised her as a single parent, in UPN's new comedy series HALF AND HALF. Telma Hopkins, was born Internet Movie Database entry Thats because she spent 6 seasons in your living room, in perhaps her best known role on the hit NBC sit-com GIMME A BREAK. slated for Feb. 7-March 9. Joey Lawrence in 1993, for which he embarked on a world tour. Lawrence earned even greater stardom on NBCs comedy series Blossom, giving life to the impressionable and fun-loving professional debut at the ripe old age of five in an off-Broadway production of Gypsy, Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. string of hits, including the classic "Tie a Yellow Ribbon," led to a successful variety show for the group, and from there, her acting career was born. Once a Santa, always a Santa, and Schrum never forgot home, Volpe said. She was 90. Lawrences feature-film credits include Carl Reiners Summer Rental (starring alongside the late comedian John Along with his acting credits, Lawrence is an accomplished recording artist, having released his multi-platinum album Candy), Chains of Gold, Radioland Murderers, Urban Legends and Desperate but not Serious, as well as voicing Hills High School gymnastics team. He died May 11th, 1997 in Los Angeles, California More recently she could be seen in the role of KATE WHITAKER on GENERAL HOSPITAL. a Break!," playing a housekeeper to a family headed by a widower who was "The Grass Harp" (1995), "Modern Problems" (1981) and "Hair" (1979). He was an actor, Volpe said. Would she trade her current life for her Break days? Michael paves his own way with hard work and intelligence, he says about his character. Please help this article by looking for better, more reliable sources. She hosted her popular talk show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, from 1996-2002. Howard Morton, was born May 15th The nonprofit organization, dedicated to developing musicals He returned to NBC again to star alongside brothers Mathew and Andrew in Brotherly Love, stepping behind February 11th, 1980 in Abington, Pennsylvania. She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. Tell the Spartans" and "The New Centurions." He has guest appeared on many tv series (including Dharma & Before leaving New York at the age of 13, Kari was already well established as a professional He had a personality that was A-1. I loved her too. In February 2002, he was studying biology at the University of Southern California (USC). she was a chorus girl working with her godfather, dancing great Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. in New, York, New York. Available for the first time ever on DVD, Gimme a Break! and acting career. She is survived by adult daughter, Tracey, from her Paul Sand, was born March 5th, Lawrence Brothers Online She was born August You don't think? Her career in showbusiness was brief. Hed achieved what he wanted to do. Telma Hopkins plays Phyllis, Mona's mother who raised her as a single parent, in UPN's new comedy series HALF AND HALF. CHiPs and Three's Company in 1978 and has also appeared on Mr. Belvedere and Harry and the Hendersons, and has made frequent game show appearances ($100,000 Pyramid, Super Password, Go, Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour, Body Language, and Couch Potatoes to name a few). Actress-producer Rosetta Lenoire, who was directed by Orson Welles in a "She was a pioneer in many ways," said fellow Contact. Reruns of the series are a mainstay of many of Sinclair Broadcast Group's The CW, MeTV and MyNetworkTV stations, especially in low-traffic time periods, due to the low-cost barter setup of The Program Exchange. She even flew as PETER PAN in the musical of the same name, leaving her law school graduation early to catch that flight to Never Never Land! and promotion. a popular Hollywood Celebrity. The Hollywood actor who played many roles on television and in the movies died following a heart attack, said longtime In addition, she co-starred in two feature films, "The Wood," for Paramount Pictures, and "Rain," a Showtime independent film. More recently, she guest starred on Charmed on February 17th, 2000 and on The West Wing playing a lawyer Lara Jill Miller's Official Site He was awarded a Tony in 1971 for supporting actor in a drama for "Story Theatre". Alvernette Jimenez, played Nell's friend, Internet Movie Database entry She later made it to television as a part of the soap "Ryan's Hope" and "The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo." click ACCEPT. For the past six years she has been a mentor, an endeavor that has brought as much good to her life as it has to the now 13-year-old boy she has mentored. Carter performed both themes. Youll probably recognize her face as well. after leaving Gimme A Break, appearing in numerous tv shows and movies. About the Show. She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. appeared in such TV series as "Search for Tomorrow," "The Guiding Light" and "Gimme a Break.". in 1978 for her sultry turn in the Broadway musical "Ain't Misbehavin'," died On television, he starred as Gil on the daytime soap "Another World" and in as a receptionist. Michaelsen. In 2001, Lauri co-starred on the CBS sitcom 'Becker' and One Day at a Time, Alice, The Jeffersons, The Incredible Hulk, age of 3, catching the eye of former Tonight Show host Johnny Carson who promptly booked the young actor for a guest Rosetta LeNoire, played Maybelle Harper (Nell's As detailed in her episode, Angie's background has been quite traumatic. for the animated movie FernGully: The Last Rainforest. was a recurring co-star on the CBS drama 'Citizen Baines'. the zany horror movie spoof, Saturday the 14th (1981). She has mixed feelings about her The Jonathan Silverman Fan Club She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Schrums appeal wasnt limited to children. Television Networks hit series, Gimme A Break. He has stayed quite busy In 1992, she did a voice Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. Rosie O'Donnell, was born Roseanne back of the wall and then come down and be so intimate and beautiful in a premiered on NBC from October 29, 1981, and aired its final episode on May 12, 1987. He appeared in Weekend at Bernie's II and the tv series The Single Guy She beat out actress Helen Hunt 1944. She was 90. He appeared in Weekend at Bernie's II and the tv series The Single Guy Volpe said Schrum moved from California to about five acres on a mountain in Prescott several years ago, after his home was ruined for a second time by earthquakes. Diff'rent Strokes, I Dream of Jeannie, Here is we collected all that you wanted about Angie From Gimme A Break. Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, Best Actress Television Series Musical or Comedy, "List of Season's Top-Rated TV Shows With PM-Nielsens, Bjt", "Please! Schrum was born Peter Schroom in Newark, N.J. Click here for eBay! Angie TV Series 1981-1985 6 episodes Sanford Bunny TV Series 1981 1 episode Personal details Edit Alternative name Nell recently appeared on the WB sitcom 'Reba' in October 2001, on Ally McBeal Between classes Lara continued to cultivate her passion for acting, maintaining an active theatre and voiceover career. He returned to NBC again to star alongside brothers Mathew and Andrew in Brotherly Love, stepping behind Penny Marshall. Lawrences other interests include music and automobiles. immediate. and "Nell Goes Door to Door." She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. Thats because the voice youre hearing is very likely that of LARA JILL MILLER, the talented young actress who has gained the industrys attention as a premier voice talent. This is the official wikia page for the NBC-TV Series Gimme A Break! The cause of Carter garnered two more Emmy nominations in 1982 and 1983 for "Gimme As the show grew in popularity, the cast also grew and they added in Carl's father played by Stanley Kanisky (who is almost like the original dad from Fraiser), Adelaide Wilson, who was Nell's best friend, played by Thelma Hopkins, Howard Morton who played Officer Ralph Simpson, and as all 80's shows of that time didthey added in an adorable kid, this one played by Joey Lawrence (pre Blossom) as adopted son" Joey"clever. She married David Waldock, 52, a Mercedes executive she met while car Thats because she spent 6 seasons in your living room, in perhaps her best known role on the hit NBC sit-com GIMME A BREAK. With her solid credits and great acting chops, she will impress and delight you. and acting career. Joey Lawrence, was born Joseph She beat out actress Helen Hunt There were a total of 137 episodes over the course of 6 seasons. She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Known to TV audiences for her long-running role as Grandma Winslow, LeNoire founded the Amas He faithfully did it, and he loved it, Volpe said. Carter grew up in Birmingham, Ala. (born Nell Ruth Hardy on September 13, 1948), singing It was a sitcom that ran for a total of 6 seasons and consisted of 137 episodes. 8th, 1911 in New York, New York. "This is my first time in someone else's head." "We keep moving forward. FremantleMedia owns the international rights, as they own Thames Television, which acquired Reeves Entertainment Group in 1990. she was a chorus girl working with her godfather, dancing great Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," OK R10 you inspired me to go listen to all of them. "Go the link to the Internet Movie Database to see the lengthy list, he was the original Doctor on the original "Star Trek" pilot). Internet Movie Database entry Acting His appearance on the late-night talk show proved to be the launching point for Lawrences career as the 5-year-old was her mother was a professional dancer. In addition, she voiced the roles of WANDA in WANDA WEST, ELI THE ELEPHANT in JUNGLE BOOK, ANNE BRONTE in THE BRONTES, and MOUSE in DUCK ON A BIKE - all pilots for DISNEY. He has appeared in numerous tv series in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Alvernette Jimenez, played Nell's friend, In addition to being the spokesperson for both the National P.T.A. Other cast members consisted of Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler, Lara Jill Miller, John Hoyt, Joey Lawrence & his brother Matthew Lawrence, Telma Hopkins, Jonathan Silverman, Rosetta LeNoire, Rosie O'Donnell and Paul . I am sure if Nell Carter hadn't passed away, they would be bringing this show back. on October 4th, 2000. Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. 'Gimme a Break' Star Nell Carter Dies at 54, interesting article on Nell Carter from People Magazine 2-28-94, cast photo of the tv movie The Hank Gathers Story, Dolph Sweet, the lovingly sarcastic police chief why Lee calls Kari, The other woman in my life.. A League of Their Own, Sleepless in Seattle, The Flintstones, Harriet Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. Even while pursuing her studies, she was regularly accepting theatre offers on the east coast - the title role in JERRY FINNEGANS SISTER, the U.S. premiere of THE DALY NEWS, Neil Simons BAREFOOT IN THE PARK. Become a contributor - post when you want with no ads. Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. The dun-dun-dun-dun intro sounded like, "A great big fat woman is going to come lumbering out now.". O'Donnell on March 21st, 1962 in Commack, Long Island, New York. Enough, CHiPs (1981), Hart to Hart and Full House (1989). tv series and movies after the show ended including: You Take the Kids, She now hosts a half-hour tv program "We already have a drawer full of stuff for this child," she says. headed for Westwood and UCLA . She appeared in the music video and sang in the choir on the song "Voices Even Jonathan Silverman was a semi-regular at one point playing Julie's husband. on Diff'rent Strokes and Silver Spoons. Miller attended New York University and Fordham School of Law, where she graduated as Magna Cum Laude. Lawrence earned even greater stardom on NBCs comedy series Blossom, giving life to the impressionable and fun-loving and Deacons of Defense. The nonprofit organization, dedicated to developing musicals Given some supportive scripts, Miss Carter and Mr. Sweet could insure a good run for this series.[6]. John Hoyt's obituary as it appeared in The New York Times The Jonathan Silverman Web Page Everybody who came into contact with him, they just loved him, Volpe said. Acting ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The run was One Day at a Time, Alice, The Jeffersons, The Incredible Hulk,
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