Kenneth Mars 1936-2011

Having just watched (for Valentine's Day) SOMEONE I TOUCHED, an intentionally hysterical 1975 TV-movie starring Cloris Leachman and Mr. Mars in a drama about venereal disease, it seems extra sad to report his death today.

John Hughes 1950-2009

Harve Presnell 1933-2009

So sorry that this blog is turning into the Celebrity Death blog. Hopefully this trend will end soon!

Karl Malden 1912-2009

Love at the Five & Dime...

I really miss the concept of a five-and-dime store. While I love the 99 Cents Store and Target, they are just not the same. Woolworth's, McCrory's, SS Kresge, Lamstons...all gone. Here's a wonderful old postcard depicting Stapleton Town Square in my hometown circa 1940s/50s. I can only imagine what this area looks like today.
Nanci Griffith's Love at the Five & Dime, covered here by the great Kathy Mattea is a melancholy reminder of those simplier times.
And Robert Altman's brilliant film adaptation of COME BACK TO THE FIVE & DIME, JIMMY DEAN, JIMMY DEAN boasts some wonderful performances by Sandy Dennis, Karen Black and Cher.

Leading Ladies of the 1960s

How many can you name?