Tag Archives: television

Weekend Open Thread

Posted on December 9, 2023 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend, fully vaccinated and boosted, with family and friends. That new booster shot is out…be sure to get it. Get your free COVID Tests. Television legend Norman Lear died this week … Continue reading →

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Soap Star Jackie Zeman Dead At 70

Posted on May 11, 2023 by rikyrah

On behalf of our @GeneralHospital family, I am heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved @JackieZeman. Just like her character, the legendary Bobbie Spencer, she was a bright light and true professional that brought so much positive energy with … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Goodbye to the Pearsons

Posted on May 27, 2022 by rikyrah

This week was the last episode of This Is Us. I came to This Is Us over halfway through the first season. I had read on the internet how each week it would bring you to tears, but people loved … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | Black Women on Television: Ethel Waters & Louise Beavers as Beulah

Posted on November 23, 2015 by rikyrah

We just had winter finales of some shows, and I was thinking about the evolution of Black women on television.   The Beulah Show is an American situation-comedy series that ran on CBS Radio from 1945 to 1954, and on … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread

Posted on December 26, 2014 by rikyrah

Hope Everyone had a Merry Christmas. Don’t go crazy during this After-Christmas Shopping. And before I forget… MANY THANKS TO SG2 FOR THE ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS JOB SHE DID ON THE CHRISTMAS MUSIC. SHE TOTALLY SPOILED US THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. I … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread

Posted on February 14, 2011 by SouthernGirl2

Eric Marlon Bishop (born December 13, 1967), professionally known as Jamie Foxx, is an American actor, R&B singer-songwriter, stand-up comedian, and talk radio host. As an actor, his work in the film Ray earned him the Academy Award and BAFTA … Continue reading →

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