Cheryl E Preston
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Cheryl is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She enjoys writing about current events, history and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.
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Alisa Gyse Dickens was the first known Blasian on television
Alisa Gyse Dickens portrayed Kinu Owens in 8 episodes of the NBC sitcom A DIFFERENT WORLD. She also was in 2 uncredited roles one prior to and the other after her stint as Ms. Owens. Kinu arrived at Hillman college in the first episode of season 4. She was a girlfriend that Dwayne, (Kadeem Hardison) had hooked up with while in Japan. She was a student at Avery College which was not far from Hillman but spent as much time in the Pit as Hillman students. Dickens, like many others who were on this spin-off of THE COSBY SHOW, made an impression on the viewers but is not included in cast reunions.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Newman Media bash causes problems in Genoa City on 'The Restless'
During the next two weeks on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, the residents of Genoa City will be dealing with the aftermath of the Newman Media launch party. There will be questions and concerns and people butting into the personal lives of others. There will be trouble all around and a domino effect as one situation affects another until everyone seems linked. The birth of Mariah's baby has united many town residents in a good way but Adam's big night will connect GC in a different way.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Dominic Hoffman after Julian Day on A Different World
One of the pitfalls of acting is that those who perform for a living can become typecast and defined by one character no matter how many other roles they have. Some entertainers embrace this and go with the flow while others state publically that they do not enjoy their fans associating them with one character, television show, or movie. For many TV viewers, actor Dominic Hoffman will always be Julian Day who dated Whitley Gilbert (Jasmine Guy) on the NBC series A DIFFERENT WORLD.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
'General Hospital' viewers suspect Leo has Autism
Last week on GENERAL HOSPITAL many viewers caught some clues that the ABC soap may be heading down a path where Leo Falconeri is diagnosed as being on the Autism spectrum. The young son of Julian Jerome and Olivia Falconeri cut his finger and was taken to the hospital where his stepfather Ned Quartermaine's cousins Dr. Austin Holt cared for him. Leo was quiet and reserved, kept his head down, and did not speak much. Austin asked Olivia and Ned to bring the boy back to see him in a few weeks rather than go to his pediatrician.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Lyle Wagoner was more than a pretty face
Lyle Wesley Waggoner was considered to be one of the most handsome and physically fit men of his time. He was born on April 13, 1935, and was most famous for being a member of the cast of THE CAROL BURNETTE SHOW. Along with Carol, Harvey Korman, Vicki Lawrence, and later Tim Conway Waggoner left the viewing audience in stitches week after week. Prior to becoming a part of the entertainment business, the actor was a traveling salesman, a model. and a presenter. He was also widely known for portraying Steve Trevor and Steve Trevor Jr. from 1975-1979 on WONDER WOMAN which starred Lynda Carter in the title role.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Liesl's plan to kill Peter ends in disaster for Scott on 'General Hospital'
Scott Baldwin and Liesl Obrecht are fast becoming fan favorites on GENERAL HOSPITAL. The older couple is heating up the screen whenever they are together and their chemistry is strong. Separately they each have strong personalities and can be pretty humorous but together they dazzle and shine and have a unique connection. Viewers have been saying they have missed seeing the duo together and desire to find out what they can become as a couple. Soon they will get their wish and love birds are going on an adventure that will quickly turn deadly.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Genoa City in crisis on 'The Young and the Restless'
Spoilers for THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS have been pretty accurate lately with what they have been projecting for the CBS soap. The following information is said to have come from the Y&R set and those reading should be able to trust that it is true. In addition, what is being projected that is supposed to happen in Genoa City lines up with what is currently going on, and what viewers are already bracing for.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Mae Questel the voice of Betty Boop, Olive Oil, and Minnie Mouse
Mel Blanc is world-renowned for voicing thousands of cartoon characters but you may not ever have heard of Mae Questel. She was not in the league with Blanc but she was the voice behind three of the most iconic female cartoon characters ever. Mae gave the world the sound and personalities behind Betty Boop, Olive Oil, and Minnie Mouse. Her career began at the age of 17 when she won a talent contest at the RKO Fordham Theatre in the Bronx. Her imitation of singer Helen Kane was so impressive Questel was signed by an agent and began performing as an impersonator in Vaudville.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
The Darlings were actually The Dillards on 'The Andy Griffith Show
On THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, there was a group of characters known as The Darling family. They lived in the mountains just beyond Mayberry and consisted of widower Briscoe Darling, his daughter, and four sons. The young men did not talk and only starred but they were a really great band. What they lacked in verbal skills they definitely made up for with their music.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
The Rimshaw House Fun Facts From The Andy Griffith Show
The Rimshaw House One of the most beloved and humorous episodes of THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW is 'The Haunted House,' which aired in October 1963. It was the second episode of season 4 of the popular series. Opie Taylor's baseball accidentally goes through the window of an abandoned home that is known as the Rimshaw House.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Sally, Adam, and Phyllis have tongues wagging on 'The Young and the Restless'
Spoilers for THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS indicate that a big event is going to have some fireworks. The launch party for Newman Media is going to be filled with plenty of surprises and three Genoa City residents will stun everyone with their shocking actions. Phyllis, Adam, and Sally, are all volatile and enjoy pushing people's buttons. They will have their individual agendas and neither of the 3 plays by the rules. Let's take a look at what the trio will soon be up to0.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
Does Spencer Cassadine have a future on 'General Hospital'
GENERAL HOSPITAL viewers have been expressing mixed reviews regarding the Spencer Cassadiue recast. The son of Prince Nikolas and Sonny's sister Courtney was beloved as he was portrayed by Nicolas Bechtel. Viewers watched him grow from a 7 year old into a teenager and then recently he was replaced by Nicolas Chavez. Fans of the show knew there must be a reason to the character was aged but had no idea what was coming. Please note this article is related to the character only and is not against Chavez who is only playing a role.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Geeks
