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People thought Randolph Mantooth was an actual fireman during his time on Emergency! Would you trust this actor with your life? In the '70s, many Emergency! fans would.
Chuck Connors said the rifle in The Rifleman was important to the series For Chuck Connors, honesty was the best policy in the Old West and in real life.
Russell Johnson was encouraged to abandon Gilligan's Island by his Hollywood peers, who said that the show would be a ''bomb'' "We’re just doing a show, trying to entertain people," said the actor.
Raymond Burr regretted putting so much time into Perry Mason, and wished he'd raised a family Even Burr second-guessed his path.
The enduring appeal of Gilligan's Island, according to its Fan Club presidents The show, along with its characters, are iconic.
Bernie Kopell on starring on The Love Boat: ''I love being on a series that has lasted this long.'' "I work steadily...What could be wrong with that?”
Here's what Raymond Bailey felt about his character, Mr. Drysdale "Drysdale became a buffoon, then a real heel," said Raymond Bailey.
Playing Perry Mason all the time was a welcome challenge for Raymond Burr Burr was a talented actor, but did he ever feel overwhelmed by Perry Mason?
Jim Fowler was once chased by 200 elephants An elephant never forgets, but apparently, they also don't forgive.
Bernie Kopell called Fred Grandy ''a friend and collaborator'' “I always get good things out of series,” Kopell said.
Burt Ward never saw a penny of the Batman merchandise money But he and the Fonz laughed to the bank.
M*A*S*H Facts: Mike Farrell's careful considerations in his contract negotiation B.J. Hunnicutt made sure M*A*S*H met his expectations.
Do you know which Beaver star was an ordained minister? "I also explain in advance that there will be no autographs after the service."
Max Baer Jr. said his lowest point was when he was acting on The Beverly Hillbillies The height of television stardom was of no interest to the actor.
Playing Perry Mason took a physical toll on Raymond Burr Starring in the series had its ups and downs, according to Burr.
Susan Olsen had some interesting feelings about her Brady brothers She tells a Florence Henderson story, too!
Marlin Perkins never lost his enthusiasm for filming Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom "It’s been a lot of work, a lot of fun, and worth every minute of it.”
All-New Daily Andy Griffith Quiz: ''Guest of Honor'' Brand new questions! Same ol' Andy!
Jim Fowler said that Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom one of the first reality shows on television “It was real.”
Can you match these lyrics to the correct song by The Mamas and the Papas? If you're going to San Francisco, what should you be sure to wear?
Clint Howard: ''Ron's shadow is a pretty cool place to be'' The inside scoop from the star of Ice Cream Man.
Marines loved Frank Sutton and he loved the Marines Sutton's popularity in the role of Sgt. Carter had people running to sign up for the Marine Corps.
Cesar Romero had this hot take about Jack Nicholson's Joker TV's Joker had a hot take on Jack Nicholson.
Escape with your life by answering all 10 questions about ''The Bad Seed''! Do you know a good amount about The Bad Seed?
How Harry O's cancellation affected David Janssen's perspective of television forever “The hour-long weekly series is untenable in today’s market,” Janssen said.
All-New Daily Andy Griffith Quiz: ''Barney and the Choir'' Brand new questions! Same ol' Andy!
Max Baer Jr. almost became a car salesman after The Beverly Hillbillies ended After the sitcom was cancelled, Baer struggled to find work.
Clint Eastwood wanted to stay in his TV saddle, unlike some of his peers The actor was proud to be Rowdy Yates.
The Hays Code prevented a much darker ending to The Bad Seed If you can believe it, the original ending was actually much scarier.
Are these Bonanza episode titles or horror movies? Hoss or Horror?!
About the time Gunsmoke's Milburn Stone got into a brawl with his vaudeville act ''Stone and Strain'' "I’m not very proud of that. But it sure was a brawl," Stone said.
Lorne Greene believed his Bonanza character was so popular because audiences needed a father figure "The characters have become very real," said the actor.