Classic TV

CARTER COUNTRY, Kene Holliday, 1977-79

Whatever Happened to ‘Matlock’s Kene Holliday?

He played Tyler Hudson on the show.

THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, Ron Howard, Frances Bavier, Andy Griffith, 1960-68

Andy Griffith’s Final Visit With Aunt Bee (Frances Bavier)

Despite years of rumored friction, Frances reached out to Andy Griffith before her death.

TCM March 2026 Schedul and 31 Days of Oscars lineup header with Singin' in the Rain

TCM’s Final ‘31 Days of Oscars’ Lineup, Star of the Month & Full March Schedule

Its a magical March on the classic movie network.

Svengoolie

Svengoolie Will Spring Some Classic Monsters On You This March

No leprechauns in sight!

THE DONNA REED SHOW, Bob Crane, Ann McCrea, 1958-1966

Whatever Happened To ‘Donna Reed Show’ Star Ann McCrea?

She played the neighbor on the classic sitcom.

Top Classic cowboy quiz with John Wayne

Do You Remember These Classic Cowboys in TV & Film?

What city does Marshal Matt Dillon (James Arness) defend in ‘Gunsmoke’? Take our Cowboy quiz and find out!

Danny Pintauro from Who's the Boss and Cujo now & then picture collage

Danny Pintauro Tells All About ‘Who’s The Boss’ Ending, ‘As the World Turns’ & ‘Cujo’

The former child actor opens up about his first acting gigs, his most memorable moments, and what he’s doing now.

MATLOCK, Brynn Thayer, Andy Griffith, (Seasons 2 through 6), 1985-1996

Whatever Happened to ‘Matlock’s Brynn Thayer?

She played Ben Matlock’s daughter.

Karen Grassle as Ma in 'Little House on the Prairie'

Karen Grassle Thought ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Would Only Run For a Few Years

She just needed a gig in between theater work.

V: THE FINAL BATTLE, from left: Michael Durrell, Blair Tefkin, (aired May 6-8, 1984)

Whatever Happened to ‘Matlock’s Michael Durrell?

He played District Attorney Lloyd Burgess.

Karen Grassle, Little House on the Prairie, Season 1, 1874

Karen Grassle & Michael Learned Shared the Same Boring TV Mom Reality

It wasn’t always sunshine and roses.

SURVIVOR, (aka SURVIVOR: BORNEO), members of The Pagong Tribe building their home base, from left: Gervase Peterson, B.B. Andersen, Ramona Gray, Joel Klug, Colleen Haskell, Jenna Lewis, (Season 1, premiered May 31, 2000).

The Forgotten Reality Show That Inspired ‘Survivor’

Before it was a phenomenon, it was a Swedish reality show.

SCRUBS, John C. McGinley, Ken Jenkins, 'My Worst Enemy', (Season 7, Episode 701, aired October 25, 2007), 2001-2010

Where Is ‘Scrubs’ Star Ken Jenkins Now — and Why Isn’t He in the Revival?

He retired on the show … and in real life, too.

Timothy Busfield and Melissa Gilbert

Melissa Gilbert Lip Syncs Uplifting ’90s Hit as Timothy Busfield Awaits Trial

The actress has deleted her personal social media accounts, but posted it to the account of her company, Modern Prairie.

Reading Rainbow, Mychal the Librarian, Episode 3

Sony Orders 24 Episodes of ‘Reading Rainbow’ Reboot

Kids will get more chances to hang with Mychal the Librarian.

SOPRANOS, Dominic Chianese, 'Pax Soprana', (S1.E6, aired Feb 14, 1999), 1999-2007

Whatever Happened to ‘Sopranos’ Star Dominic Chianese?

“Junior” Soprano turns 95 on February 24.

David Froman/ Andy Griffith

Remembering David Froman, ‘Matlock’s Lieutenant Bob Brooks

He appeared on eight seasons of the show.

TCM 31 Days of Oscars Movies on the week of February 23-March 1, 2026 with Audrey Hepburn pictured

TCM ’31 Days of Oscar’ Highlights: February 23-March 1 & Full March Schedule

This week, travel out West, put on your dancing shoes, play fetch with the big screen’s greatest pets and more.

BARRY, Patrick Fischler, 'you're charming', (Season 4, ep. 403, aired April 23, 2023

Where Do You Know ‘Paradise’ Star Patrick Fischler From?

You may not know his name, but you’ve almost definitely seen his work.

MATLOCK, (from left): Julie Sommars, Andy Griffith, 1986-95

Whatever Happened to Julie Sommars, ‘Matlock’s Julie March?

Long before she was helping Ben Matlock, she won a Golden Globe.

WELCOME BACK, KOTTER, from left: Marcia Strassman, Gabe Kaplan, 1975-79.

The Surprising Truth About Marcia Strassman and Her Feud with Gabe Kaplan

The actress once told People Magazine,” I pray every day for a cancellation.”

2 BROKE GIRLS (aka TWO BROKE GIRLS), from left: Beth Behrs, 2 Chainz, Garrett Morris, 'And The Two Openings: Parts One & Two', (Season 6, ep. 601 & 602, aired Oct. 10, 2016).

‘SNL’ Legend Garrett Morris Dances in Wheelchair with ‘2 Broke Girls’ Costar

Morris and Beth Behrs cut a rug at the wrap party for ‘The Neighborhood.’

FALL GUY, Heather Thomas, Lee Majors, 1981-1986

Whatever Happened to ‘The Fall Guy’ Star Heather Thomas?

She starred alongside Lee Majors in the hit ’80s series … but concerns about personal safety made her leave Hollywood behind.

BARNEY MILLER, Jack Soo, Steve Landesberg, Ron Carey, Hal Linden, Max Gail, Ron Glass, 1975-82

The Tragic Death That Changed ‘Barney Miller’

The cast paid tribute to the star in the best way they knew how.

MATLOCK, Clarence Gilyard Jr., 1986-1995

Remembering Clarence Gilyard Jr., ‘Matlock’s Conrad McMasters

He also had star turns in ‘Walker, Texas Ranger,’ ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Die Hard.’

WEST SIDE STORY. Richard Beymer & Natalie Wood, 1961

Whatever Happened to ‘West Side Story’ and ‘Twin Peaks’ Star Richard Beymer?

The star turns 88 on February 20.

MATLOCK, Nancy Stafford, 1980s, 1986-1995

Whatever Happened to Nancy Stafford, ‘Matlock’s Michelle Thomas?

As the show nears its 40th anniversary, where is the actress who played Ben Matlock’s young lawyer?

A DIFFERENT WORLD, from left: Jesse Jackson, Glynn Turman, Kadeem Hardison, 'Citizen Wayne,' (season 2, episode 21, aired April 27, 1989), 1987-1993, © NBC/courtesy Everett Collection

7 Most Memorable Jesse Jackson TV Moments

A look back at pop culture moments in which the Reverend made a mark.

Why Fred Rogers Took On His Only Acting Role Outside ‘Mr. Rogers’

He left the Neighborhood only once, to make an appearance on ‘Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.’

OVERCOMPENSATING, James Van Der Beek, 'Black and Yellow', (Season 1, ep. 103, aired May 15, 2025).

James Van Der Beek’s Final Film Gets Release Date

In crime thriller ‘The Gates,’ out March 13, the actor went against type and played a murderous villain.