Earl Pomerantz, a two-time Emmy winner who wrote and produced for such comedies as The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Cosby Show, Taxi and The Larry Sanders Show, has died. He was 75.
Pomerantz died Saturday of an aneurysm at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, his daughter Rachel Braude said.
He also created the 1981-82 ABC sitcom Best of the West, starring Joel Higgins, and the 1989-93 CBS comedy Major Dad, starring Gerald McRaney.
Born on Feb. 4, 1945, in Canada, Earl Raymond Pomerantz received his first Emmy in 1976 for his work on ABC's The Lily Tomlin Special (shared with Lorne ...
Pomerantz died Saturday of an aneurysm at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, his daughter Rachel Braude said.
He also created the 1981-82 ABC sitcom Best of the West, starring Joel Higgins, and the 1989-93 CBS comedy Major Dad, starring Gerald McRaney.
Born on Feb. 4, 1945, in Canada, Earl Raymond Pomerantz received his first Emmy in 1976 for his work on ABC's The Lily Tomlin Special (shared with Lorne ...
1981: Rick and Lesley were married on General Hospital.
1987: Guiding Light's Amanda returned to Springfield.
1988: Sister Mary Joel made a decision about her future on Ryan's Hope.
2002: Y&R's Brittany was advised by a homeless woman named Sylvia."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
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1963: On The Edge of Night, Winston Grimsley (Walter Greaza) told Phil Capice (Ray MacDonnell) his complicated plan which would likely keep the Warrens from leaving town. Emory (Bill Berger) and Lyn (Gillian Spencer) Warren discussed their soon-to-be monetary situation and...
1987: Guiding Light's Amanda returned to Springfield.
1988: Sister Mary Joel made a decision about her future on Ryan's Hope.
2002: Y&R's Brittany was advised by a homeless woman named Sylvia."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Winston Grimsley (Walter Greaza) told Phil Capice (Ray MacDonnell) his complicated plan which would likely keep the Warrens from leaving town. Emory (Bill Berger) and Lyn (Gillian Spencer) Warren discussed their soon-to-be monetary situation and...
- 12/23/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1962: Daytime soap operas The Brighter Day (CBS) and
Our Five Daughters (NBC) aired for the final time.
1981: General Hospital was featured on the cover of Newsweek.
1987: Delia had a courtoom fantasy on Ryan's Hope."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: CBS aired the final episode of daytime soap opera The Brighter Day. The show was created for NBC Radio by Irna Phillips in 1948. The television version premiered on January 4, 1954, and the episodes ran on both TV and radio for 2 years. The Brighter Day was originally set in Three Rivers until a move to New Hope...
Our Five Daughters (NBC) aired for the final time.
1981: General Hospital was featured on the cover of Newsweek.
1987: Delia had a courtoom fantasy on Ryan's Hope."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1962: CBS aired the final episode of daytime soap opera The Brighter Day. The show was created for NBC Radio by Irna Phillips in 1948. The television version premiered on January 4, 1954, and the episodes ran on both TV and radio for 2 years. The Brighter Day was originally set in Three Rivers until a move to New Hope...
- 10/3/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
1981: Gh's Rick and Lesley were married. 1987: Gl's Amanda
returned to Springfield. 1988: Rh's Sister Mary Joel made
a decision about her future. 2002: Y&R's Brittany was
advised by a homeless woman named Sylvia."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Winston Grimsley (Walter Greaza) told Phil Capice (Ray MacDonnell) his complicated plan which would likely keep the Warrens from leaving town. Emory (Bill Berger) and Lyn (Gillian Spencer) Warren discussed their soon-to-be monetary situation and why they both had to be in superior physical and mental condition for their plan to work.
returned to Springfield. 1988: Rh's Sister Mary Joel made
a decision about her future. 2002: Y&R's Brittany was
advised by a homeless woman named Sylvia."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1963: On The Edge of Night, Winston Grimsley (Walter Greaza) told Phil Capice (Ray MacDonnell) his complicated plan which would likely keep the Warrens from leaving town. Emory (Bill Berger) and Lyn (Gillian Spencer) Warren discussed their soon-to-be monetary situation and why they both had to be in superior physical and mental condition for their plan to work.
- 12/27/2017
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
The Countess of Storyville, a new original American musical, will be performed at an invitation only developmental lab on October 22nd and 23rd at The Pearl Studios. Directed by Mark Waldrop,The Countess of Storyville, has music by Martin Silvestri, lyrics by Joel Higgins, book by R.M. Cohen and is choreographed by Denis Jones. The musicalis presented by The Pasadena Playhouse in association with Margot Astrachan and Michael Rubenstein.
- 10/16/2015
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Amas Musical Theatre and The Countess of Storyville, present a developmental workshop of the new musical by Martin Silvestri music, Joel Higgins lyrics and R.M. Cohen book. This epic story of lust, love, mystery and murder will begin performances on February 12, 2014 at The Peter J. Sharp Theatre 416 West 42nd Street - between 9th amp 10th Avenues and continue through February 15. Lynne Taylor-Corbett directs. The show's stars, Vivian Reed and Deborah Cox chatted with BroadwayWorld about the production and you can check out what they had to say below...
- 2/14/2014
- by BroadwayWorld TV
- BroadwayWorld.com
Amas Musical Theatre and The Countess of Storyville, LLC will present a developmental workshop of the new musical by Martin Silvestri music, Joel Higgins lyrics and R.M. Cohen book. This epic story of lust, love, mystery and murder will begin performances on February 12, 2014 at The Peter J. Sharp Theatre 416 West 42nd Street - between 9th amp 10th Avenues and continue through February 15. Lynne Taylor-Corbett directs. Below, check out a look back at the cast's meet and greet and first rehearsal earlier this week...
- 1/23/2014
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
Ben Starr, who co-created Silver Spoons and helped develop The Facts of Life, died Sunday of congestive heart failure at his home in Los Angeles, his daughter Carol Starr Schneider told the Los Angeles Times. He was 92. Starr co-created Silver Spoons with Martin Cohan and Howard Leeds. The series, which ran from 1982-86 on NBC before moving to first-run syndication for one more season, starred a young Ricky Schroder and Joel Higgins as his wealthy but irresponsible father. He also served as a writer and producer on Diff'rent Strokes and helped develop Facts of Life, a
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- 1/21/2014
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Amas Musical Theatre Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer and The Countess of Storyville, LLC will present a developmental workshop of The Countess of Storyville, a new musical by R.M. Cohen book, Martin Silvestri music, and Joel Higgins lyrics. This epic story of lust, love, mystery and murder will feature Tony Award nominee Vivian Reed and Grammy Award nominee Deborah Cox leading a cast of 23. Performances are set to begin on February 12, 2014 at The Peter J. Sharp Theatre 416 West 42nd Street - between 9th amp 10th Avenues and continue through February 14. Lynne Taylor-Corbett directs.
- 12/10/2013
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
It's been more than a quarter century since the "Silver Spoons" cast shared the small screen together, but Ricky Schroder, Joel Higgins, Erin Gray and Alfonso Ribeiro gathered to look back on the '80s hit on "Today" this week (above).
"Silver Spoons," which aired on NBC from September 25, 1982 to March 4, 1987, made Schroder a star, but Higgins said he never let it get to his head. "There were no egos involved. Nobody was a diva. If anybody had a right to be, it was Rick and he never, never was," the now retired actor said on "Today."
"It was absolutely perfect," Gray, who has a few thriller movies coming out soon, added of working with her former "Silver Spoons" co-stars. "The best five years of my life. Loved them at the beginning; loved them at the end. Can't say that too often."
Speaking of love, Schroder, who is now married with four children,...
"Silver Spoons," which aired on NBC from September 25, 1982 to March 4, 1987, made Schroder a star, but Higgins said he never let it get to his head. "There were no egos involved. Nobody was a diva. If anybody had a right to be, it was Rick and he never, never was," the now retired actor said on "Today."
"It was absolutely perfect," Gray, who has a few thriller movies coming out soon, added of working with her former "Silver Spoons" co-stars. "The best five years of my life. Loved them at the beginning; loved them at the end. Can't say that too often."
Speaking of love, Schroder, who is now married with four children,...
- 6/1/2013
- by Jaimie Etkin
- Huffington Post
Does it get any sweeter?
Birthday shoutouts go to Connie Britton, who is 46, Stephen Schwartz is 65, and Rob Reiner is 66. In ratings news, The New Normal matched its series low, and Smash fell off the cliff. Brad Goreski talks about the new season of his Bravo reality show, which premieres tonight. Carrie Fisher has confirmed that she will return as Princess Leia in an upcoming Star Wars film.Homophobic Receipt Sparks Uproar. That is some ... questionable security. Below you can see the new episode of Old Dogs & New Tricks. The guys take a road trip to a "Big Fat Gay Wedding." With special guest stars Greg Louganis and Ian Buchanan.
Here's the Ice Warrior from the upcoming season of Doctor Who.
Justin Timberlake is hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend, and you can see the promos below.
Gary Lucy is going to be the new gay in the village on Eastenders.
Birthday shoutouts go to Connie Britton, who is 46, Stephen Schwartz is 65, and Rob Reiner is 66. In ratings news, The New Normal matched its series low, and Smash fell off the cliff. Brad Goreski talks about the new season of his Bravo reality show, which premieres tonight. Carrie Fisher has confirmed that she will return as Princess Leia in an upcoming Star Wars film.Homophobic Receipt Sparks Uproar. That is some ... questionable security. Below you can see the new episode of Old Dogs & New Tricks. The guys take a road trip to a "Big Fat Gay Wedding." With special guest stars Greg Louganis and Ian Buchanan.
Here's the Ice Warrior from the upcoming season of Doctor Who.
Justin Timberlake is hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend, and you can see the promos below.
Gary Lucy is going to be the new gay in the village on Eastenders.
- 3/6/2013
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Want to feel really old?Little Ricky Schroder, who starred in "The Champ" and "Silver Spoons," was honored at NYC's Friars Club's "So You Think You Can Roast!?" series on Friday night.Rick, as he goes by now, is 42 years old and has four children ... one of whom is 21 years old! He was one of the most prolific child actors and resurrected his career in the '90s by appearing in the "Lonesome Dove" TV movie and "NYPD Blue."Rick was joined by his "Silver Spoons" parents -- Joel Higgins and Erin Gray -- at the roast. Before the night wrapped, Schroder left the crowd laughing with one final reminder: "For those of you still wondering who I am, I'm not the kid from 'A Christmas Story'!"His fellow child actors -- Alfonso Ribeiro and Jason Bateman -- also found huge success. Find out what happened to the...
- 3/4/2013
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
There was a "Silver Spoons" reunion earlier in March 2013. Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray and Joel Higgins reunited at the Friars Club's “So You Think You Can Roast!?” event.
"Silver Spoons" ran from 1982-1987 and launched Schroder to TV stardom. On the series, Schroder played Ricky Stratton, the son of millionaires. Higgins and Gray played his parents, Kate Summers Stratton and Edward Stratton III for the show's five seasons. According to Gray, this was the first time the three of them have gathered since the series wrapped.
See the Stratton family reunion below.
"Silver Spoons" ran from 1982-1987 and launched Schroder to TV stardom. On the series, Schroder played Ricky Stratton, the son of millionaires. Higgins and Gray played his parents, Kate Summers Stratton and Edward Stratton III for the show's five seasons. According to Gray, this was the first time the three of them have gathered since the series wrapped.
See the Stratton family reunion below.
- 3/4/2013
- by Chris Harnick
- Huffington Post
It was a family affair for Ricky Schroder, who took quite a talking-to from the people who raised him – on-screen in '80s sitcom Silver Spoons, that is.
More than 25 years since their show ended in 1987, the actor reunited with Joel Higgins, who played Edward Stratton III, and Erin Gray, who played Kate Summers, at New York City's Friars Club, where he took a few fun-spirited digs at Friday's "So You Think You Can Roast!?" event.
"I'm the highlight of your careers," the former child star, 42, quipped back to his Silver Spoons costars.
Also poking fun at Schroder: roastmaster D. B. Sweeney...
More than 25 years since their show ended in 1987, the actor reunited with Joel Higgins, who played Edward Stratton III, and Erin Gray, who played Kate Summers, at New York City's Friars Club, where he took a few fun-spirited digs at Friday's "So You Think You Can Roast!?" event.
"I'm the highlight of your careers," the former child star, 42, quipped back to his Silver Spoons costars.
Also poking fun at Schroder: roastmaster D. B. Sweeney...
- 3/3/2013
- by Alison Schwartz
- People.com - TV Watch
It was a family affair for Ricky Schroder, who took quite a talking-to from the people who raised him - on-screen in '80s sitcom Silver Spoons, that is. More than 25 years since their show ended in 1987, the actor reunited with Joel Higgins, who played Edward Stratton III, and Erin Gray, who played Kate Summers, at New York City's Friars Club, where he took a few fun-spirited digs at Friday's "So You Think You Can Roast!?" event. "I'm the highlight of your careers," the former child star, 42, quipped back to his Silver Spoons costars. Also poking fun at Schroder: roastmaster...
- 3/3/2013
- by Alison Schwartz
- PEOPLE.com
It was a Stratton family reunion for the stars of the popular '80s sitcom Silver Spoons Friday night in New York City. Former cast members Joel Higgins and Erin Gray -- more commonly known to fans as Edward and Katie Stratton -- came together at the expense of their onetime TV son, Ricky Schroder. Schroder, now 42, was at the Friar's Club as the guest of honor for the "So You Think You Can Roast!?" event, alongside roastmaster D.B. Sweeney and celebrity judges Gilbert Gottfried, Seth Herzog and Alan Zweibel. The event was part of an ongoing series at the New
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- 3/2/2013
- by Jane Kellogg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Stratton family reunion! Ricky Schroder met up with his Silver Spoons costars Joel Higgins and Erin Gray at New York City's Friars Club on Friday, March 1 -- nearly 27 years after their NBC sitcom about a spoiled rich kid went off the air. Higgins, 69, and Gray, 63, who played Edward and Kate Stratton on the 1980s series, came together to poke fun at their onetime costar, now 42, at a "So You Think You Can Roast!?" event. Alongside Roastmaster D.B. Sweeney and celebrity judges Gilbert [...]...
- 3/2/2013
- Us Weekly
The New Normal's Justin Bartha and Andrew Rannell
Someone has to say it: It's rare that a sitcom father is a sexy beast. Historically, dads on sitcoms are sarcastic, exhausted, or flatly chipper, and therefore not nearly as libidinous as we want them to be. As NBC's upcoming gay daddy comedy The New Normal proves, fatherhood can look pretty hot on a man. (Justin Bartha and Andrew Rannells are pretty choice specimens, wouldn't you say?) So today, we're looking back at 10 sitcom dads who beat the odds and came out sexy. I'm hooting "Babaloo!" already.
10. Desi Arnaz as Ricky Ricardo on I Love Lucy
Have we finally reached the first generation that won't grow up on reruns of I Love Lucy? Kind of crazy, right? Especially since it means they'll miss their tutorial in fiery Cuban fatherhood. Desi Arnaz may not have been the most patient or open-hearted husband,...
Someone has to say it: It's rare that a sitcom father is a sexy beast. Historically, dads on sitcoms are sarcastic, exhausted, or flatly chipper, and therefore not nearly as libidinous as we want them to be. As NBC's upcoming gay daddy comedy The New Normal proves, fatherhood can look pretty hot on a man. (Justin Bartha and Andrew Rannells are pretty choice specimens, wouldn't you say?) So today, we're looking back at 10 sitcom dads who beat the odds and came out sexy. I'm hooting "Babaloo!" already.
10. Desi Arnaz as Ricky Ricardo on I Love Lucy
Have we finally reached the first generation that won't grow up on reruns of I Love Lucy? Kind of crazy, right? Especially since it means they'll miss their tutorial in fiery Cuban fatherhood. Desi Arnaz may not have been the most patient or open-hearted husband,...
- 9/5/2012
- by virtel
- The Backlot
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