Barb Oates
I’ve spent the last 30 years as a TV entertainment reporter and editor in chief of Channel Guide Magazine and OnDISH Magazine, in addition to serving as editorial director for ReMIND Magazine and TV Guide Magazine Puzzler. I’m an active member of the TV Critics Association, and was the 2010 award recipient of Women In Cable Telecommunications Inspiration Award (Greater Chicago Chapter). As a child of the ’70s, my go-to toys were Mrs. Beasley and the Sunshine Family. I enjoyed pretending with my grade school classmates that we were the girls’ version of the Bay City Rollers, but the British rockers stood little ground against my love affair with Andy Gibb and Donny & Marie. As for TV and movies, don’t even get me started on Little House in the Prairie and The Outsiders. As for other things pop culture, I’m still trying to figure out the Rubik’s Cube, and I’m still hoping the Captain’s Steak Joynt and that fabulous cheese fondue will see their return.I hope the memories and stories we share bring you a smile, laugh or provide you with new insight.
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7 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Actors Who Played Robin Hood
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Actress stars as Connie Van Oosten in Lifetime film.
When Debbie Reynolds and Lisa Whelchel Met in the Most Unlikely of Places
Lisa shares her story of meeting a Hollywood icon.
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Additional airings planned for Palm Sunday and Good Friday.
Hal Linden Turns 95! TV Icon Reflects on Success and Legacy of ‘Barney Miller’
The actor takes us behind the scenes of ‘Barney Miller’ and the moments that make him most proud.
Who Didn’t Make the ‘Top Cowboys of All Time’ Issue? ReMIND Magazine’s Cowboy Issue Is a Western Winner
It’s high time you take a look at one of the finest cowboy magazines this side of the prairie!
Patrick Labyorteaux Opens Up About the Rejected ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Spinoff (Exclusive)
Plus, what it was like to shoot the tragic episode where his on-screen mother died.
‘Back to Future’ Cast Sets Record Straight on Eric Stoltz Firing
The actors reunited at the Hollywood Show convention to discuss the film’s two very different leading men.
Joan Collins, 92, Makes Rare Appearance at Hollywood Show
The actress was promoting her new film, ‘A Murder Between Friends.’
Julie Newmar, 92, Makes Rare Appearance at Hollywood Show (PHOTOS)
The original Catwoman thrilled fans as she made her only planned public appearance of the year.
Debbie Gibson Delights Fans at Hollywood Show’s Opening Night (Photos)
The crowd went wild when a ‘Back to the Future’ cast member surprised Gibson with an impromptu sing-along.
‘Hunter’ Cast Reunites at Hollywood Show: After 30 Years, Fred Dryer & Stepfanie Kramer Still Have That Spark
The pair remember laughs on the set of the crime drama … and actual danger, when a stunt went wrong.
Casts of ‘Titanic,’ ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Batman,’ ‘Home Improvement’ and More Reunite at Hollywood Show
The January 2026 convention will have over 80 stars in attendance.
Where to Send Dick Van Dyke a 100th Birthday Card
Find out where fans can send Dick their birthday wishes!
You Won’t Believe What It Took to Get Jacyln Smith to Guest Star on ‘The Love Boat’
The Angel had a high price for appearing on the then-new series.
June Lockhart Dies at 100: ‘Lost in Space’ Costar Bill Mumy Reflects on the TV Icon (Exclusive)
In June 2025, we asked the actor about his famous costar.
The CW’s ‘TV We Love’: The Surprising Classic Shows That Didn’t Make the Cut
“Every series we featured had to have a compelling backstory.”
‘Dick Van Dyke Show’ Star Larry Mathews Returns to New Rochelle to Celebrate TV History (Photos)
Larry’s graciousness and humility remind everyone why they loved him then — and still do now.
‘Welcome Back, Kotter’ Star Gabe Kaplan on the Show’s 50th Anniversary & Where He Is Now (Exclusive)
In a rare interview, the actor, comedian and poker pro reflects on the series’ legacy.
‘My Three Sons’ Star Dawn Lyn Makes Rare, First Public Appearance After Brain Coma
“I’m not trying to be morbid or anything, but these are the last of the regular cast members, the last surviving cast members. So we’re making TV history today.”
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‘In this day and age, you would not believe that.’
Whatever Happened to Geri Reischl, the ‘Brady Bunch Variety Hour’s Fake Jan Brady?
Her role may be infamous, but she’s proud of her work.
Ann Robinson Dishes on Making ‘War of the Worlds’ & Spielberg’s Nod to Her in ‘E.T.’
Sci-fi actress Ann Robinson is one of the last living cast member of the classic 1953 film.
Want to Meet Larry Mathews From ‘The Dick Van Dyke Show’? Now’s Your Chance!
Tickets are free to the public, but limited.
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The entire cast was moved.
Happy 100th, June Lockhart! Inside the Secrets of Her ‘Lassie’ Contract & Other Amazing Stories
“I was forbidden to endorse alcoholic beverages, deodorants, laxatives, depilatories and feminine hygienics.”
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“I was coming from Broadway and I thought I’ll be at home in front of an audience. It’d be easier. I was quickly dissuaded of that.”
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Who was the nicest cast member? Who tried to get someone fired? Plus, all about those hidden mirrors, and more!