Lauren Novak

I have been writing about pop culture and nostalgia for over a decade and have been with ReMIND Magazine’s website since its inception, with a focus on classic television, movies and music. I may have grown up in the ’90s, but I have a genuine love for each decade and its pop culture. Growing up, my pals were Scooby-Doo and the gang, Doug, and even Beetlejuice. I loved to play with Barbies, Polly Pockets and there wasn’t a memory game that I couldn’t ace. These days, writing about nostalgia brought me a love for icons such as Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Betty White. I currently live in Michigan with my husband and our beloved dogs.

MIKE HAMMER: PRIVATE EYE, Stacy Keach, 1984-87

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer’?

The show, which starred Stacy Keach as the titular detective, premiered on January 28, 1984.

HEE HAW, Roy Clark, Barbi Benton, 1969-1993

Whatever Happened To ‘Hee Haw’ Star Barbi Benton?

The singer, actress and model turns 76 today.

THE WACKNESS, Olivia Thirlby, 2008

Whatever Happened to Olivia Thirlby? Here’s What the ‘Wonder Man’ Star Has Been Up To

The ‘Juno’ star will appear in the new Marvel series.

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME, Mimi Rogers, 1987.

Whatever Happened To Mimi Rogers?

The actress turns 70 on January 27, 2026.

Donna Reed on the Donna Reed Show and on Dallas

Why ‘Dallas’ Became Donna Reed’s Final Acting Role

The legendary TV mom would have turned 105 on January 27, 2026.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, (top, from left): Carole Ita White, Phil Foster, Eddie Mekka, Betty Garrett, bottom from left: Michael McKean, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, David L. Lander, (Season 2), 1976-83

What Happened on the Final Episode of ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

It wasn’t a traditional finale.

TURNING POINT, Mikhail Baryshnikov, 1977

Whatever Happened To Mikhail Baryshnikov?

The dance legend and ‘Sex and the City’ star is 78.

LAVERNE & SHIRLEY (aka LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY), Cindy Williams, 1976-83

How ‘Laverne & Shirley’s Cindy Williams Nearly Became Princess Leia

Shirley Feeney almost ended up in a galaxy far, far away.

TORN CURTAIN, Paul Newman, 1966

Who Was Paul Newman’s Forgotten First Wife?

Before his famous love story with Joanne Woodward, Newman was married for almost a decade.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Penny Marshall, Phil Foster, 1976-1983

Remembering Phil Foster, ‘Laverne & Shirley’s Frank DeFazio

He played Laverne’s dad perfectly.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-83

Did Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams Really Feud Behind the Scenes of ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

Did they reconcile before they died?

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Betty Garrett, Phil Foster, 1976-1983

Remembering Betty Garrett, ‘Laverne & Shirley’s Edna Babish

The wacky landlady once worked with Orson Welles.

DOUBLE TROUBLE, Annette Day, Elvis Presley, Yvonne Romain, 1967

Who’s Still Alive From the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s First Class?

The Hall inducted its first group of honorees on January 23, 1986.

Alfred Hitchcock and Mel Brooks

Inside Mel Brooks’ Surprising Friendship with Alfred Hitchcock

‘Mel Brooks: The 99-Year-Old Man!’ premieres on HBO on January 22.

Neil Diamond performs in concert, June 13, 1983 in Los Angeles, California

‘Song Sung Blue’ Star Kate Hudson Reveals Neil Diamond’s Favorite of His Songs

The Oscar-nominated actress got to spend time with the legendary songwriter.

Fantasy Island

MeTV’s Aaron Spelling Sunday Schedule for January 25

Learn about the episodes here.

MOESHA, Brandy Norwood, 1996-2001

Where Is the Cast of ‘Moesha’ Now?

The show turns 30 this year!

GONE WITH THE WIND, Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, 1939

TCM Announces 2026 ’31 Days of Oscar’ Lineup

Get your fill of classic movies in the run-up to Oscar Sunday.

Photo of Neal SCHON and Ross VALORY and JOURNEY and Steve SMITH and Gregg ROLIE and Steve PERRY; L-R (back): Steve Smith, Gregg Rolie, Ross Valory, (front): Neal Schon, Steve Perry - posed, group shot

Why Did Steve Perry Leave Journey?

The legendary vocalist turns 77 on January 22.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-1983

The Real Reason Cindy Williams Walked Away From ‘Laverne & Shirley’

Plus: the show’s unexpected plan to keep going without her.

THE EXORCIST, Linda Blair, Barton Heyman, 1973

Where Is Linda Blair Now?

She has a huge passion for animals.

LAVERNE & SHIRLEY, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, 1976-1983.

The Surprising Inspiration Behind ‘Laverne & Shirley’

It was a family matter.

Eddie Mekka, 1979

Remembering Eddie Mekka, ‘Laverne & Shirley’s Big Ragoo

The actor passed away in 2021.

RENEGADE, Lorenzo Lamas, 1992-1997

Whatever Happened to Lorenzo Lamas?

The star turns 68 on January 20.

Shelley Fabares then and now

Whatever Happened to Shelley Fabares?

The ‘Donna Reed Show’ and ‘Coach’ star turns 82 on January 19.

9 to 5 Dolly Parton, 1980

How to Watch Every Dolly Parton Movie

Celebrate the star’s 80th birthday with a Dolly marathon.

LADIES MAN, Betty White, 1999-2001.

Where Can You Watch Betty White’s Classic TV Shows?

She would have turned 104 on January 17.

Revenge of the Nerds

‘Revenge of the Nerds’: Where Are They Now?

A look at what the cast is currently up to.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, (from left): Leslie Easterbrook, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-1983

Whatever Happened to Leslie Easterbrook, Rhonda Lee from ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

The actress, who also starred in the ‘Police Academy’ franchise, is still making films.

DIFF'RENT STROKES, Dana Plato, Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges, 1978-1986

Why Was Dana Plato Fired From ‘Diff’rent Strokes’?

The actress was suddenly written off the show, and made her final appearance 40 years ago.