Ernest Borgnine has died, 1970s work remembered

Ernest Borgnine died today at the age of 95. Perhaps best known for his Academy Award-winning turn in the film Marty and for being a series regular on McHale’s Navy (1962-66) and Airwolf (1984-86), Borgnine worked actively in the 1970s … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kenner SSP – Smash-Up Derby Set

Here’s a quick TV spot for Kenner’s SSP Smash-Up Derby Set circa early to mid-1970s. I well remember this commercial being in heavy rotation when I was a kid. 35 years later I can still sing along. “Crash, bang, smash … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: The Addams Family (animated series, 1973)

Hanna-Barbera’s animated version of The Addams Family sitcom debuted in September of 1973 and 16 episodes were produced. Voice actors for the series included Ted Cassidy, Jackie Coogan, Janet Waldo, Lennie (H.R. Pufnstuf) Weinrib and Jodie Foster (as Pugsly). Enjoy … Continue reading

Andy Griffith Has Died, 1970s Work Remembered

Television and film icon Andy Griffith has died at the age of 86 at his home in North Carolina. Griffith was best known for playing sheriff Andy Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show (1960-68) and defense attorney Matlock (1986-1995). During … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: Yogi’s Gang

While I hope everyone enjoys today’s post, this one is especially for my wife who likes to sing “We’re on our way to the perfect place. The perfect place!” whenever we go on a road trip. Hanna-Barbera’s animated series, Yogi’s … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: Return to the Planet of the Apes

DePatie-Freleng produced 13 episodes of the animated series Return to the Planet of the Apes and they aired on NBC in 1975 and ’76. The animation was quite limited and there was a distinct lack of Roddy McDowall and Kim … Continue reading