Comedy

THE FACTS OF LIFE, (from left): Julie Anne Haddock, Charlotte Rae, Lisa Whelchel, 'Rough Housing', (Season 1, aired August 24, 1979), 1979-1988. © Embassy Pictures / Courtesy: Everett Collection

Did You Know That ‘The Facts of Life’ Was a ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Spin-off?

The 1980s NBC hit premiered 46 years ago today!

THE MUNSTERS, Butch Patrick, Fred Gwynne, Yvonne De Carlo, Al Lewis, Pat Priest, 1964-66

13 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘The Munsters,’ Plus: Who Is Still Alive?

The family moved to 1313 Mockingbird Lane over 60 years ago, and have been beloved by viewers ever since.

Cast of Fast Times At Ridgemont High collage

Who’s Still Alive From ‘Fast Times At Ridgemont High’?

Do you remember some of the film’s most iconic lines?

What's Happening!! Haywood Nelson, Fred Berry, Ernest Thomas, 1976-79

‘What’s Happening!!’ in 2025: Updates on Where the Cast Is Now

Sadly, several of the stars have passed away.

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Betty White’s ‘Hot in Cleveland’ to Air on Catchy Comedy This September

The comedy legend’s final sitcom is coming back to TV.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE, from left: Molly Shannon, Tracy Morgan, Ana Gasteyer, Cheri Oteri, Cameron Diaz, 'The View', (Season 24, episoide 2401, aired September 26, 1998), 1975-

This ‘SNL’ Celebrity Impression Was So Good, It Fooled the Star Herself

The TV icon became genuinely confused.

POLICE SQUAD!, (from left): Alan North, Leslie Nielsen, 1982.

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Police Squad!’, the Show That Became ‘The Naked Gun’?

Only a few of the stars are alive.

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis composite image

Are These Martin & Lewis Movies Real or Fake? (QUIZ)

Are these Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis film titles real? Or did we make them up? Only true fans know for sure!

THE COSBY SHOW, from left, Lisa Bonet, Tempestt Bledsoe, Bill Cosby, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Phylicia Rashad, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 1984-92. ph:

‘The Cosby Show’ — Where Are They Now?

Forget Bill, here is what the rest of the cast of this classic comedy has been up to.

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Happy Birthday Don Knotts! 6 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ & ‘Three’s Company’ Star

Did you know he was a military veteran?

Fred Berry, What's Happening, Credit: Everett Collection

The Foolish Reason Fred Berry From ‘What’s Happening!!’ Was Fired From the Spinoff

His character, Rerun, was beloved by fans … so why did he leave ‘What’s Happening Now!!’ so soon?

THREE'S A CROWD, from left: Robert Mandan, Mary Cadorette, John Ritter, (1984), 1984-1985, ph: Mario Casilli / TV Guide / ©ABC/courtesy Everett Collection

5 Reasons Why ‘Three’s a Crowd’ Flopped Big Time

How did Mr. T factor into this show’s failure?

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Whatever Happened to Paul Petersen, Jeff Stone on ‘The Donna Reed Show’?

His legacy isn’t about his acting — it’s far, far more important.

Larry Mathews, Dick Van Dyke Show

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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Catch Classic Christmas Episodes of ‘Brady Bunch,’ ‘Happy Days,’ ‘Dick Van Dyke’ & More on Catchy Comedy’s Christmas in July Marathon

Check out the full schedule of holiday fun.

Voice actor Mel Blanc hold the likenesses of some of the Looney Tunes characters that he does the voice for: on the mantle from left: Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Bugs Bunny, Pepe Le Pew, Foghorn Leghorn. Mel is holding (from left): Tweetie Pie, Sylvester the Cat, circa 1950s

Remembering Mel Blanc, the Voice of Many ‘Looney Tunes’ & Jack Benny’s Clunker Car Maxwell

The voice of over 400 characters on radio and TV died on July 10, 1989.

PETTICOAT JUNCTION, Bea Benaderet, 1963-1968.

5 Reasons Why ‘Petticoat Junction’ is a Timeless Classic

Bea Benaderet, as Kate Bradley, made this show a must-see.

Tom Hanks, Bosom Buddies

Tom Hanks Once Kicked Fonzie in the Face — and 5 Other Things You Didn’t Know About His Career

Before he was an Oscar-winning dramatic actor, he donned a wig for two seasons on ABC.

‘Freaks and Geeks’ 25th Anniversary Ultimate Episode Guide: Where to Watch

If you are new to the show or a die-hard fan of this cult favorite, we have you covered!

THE BRADY BUNCH, Barry Williams, 1969-1974

Barry Williams Is Still Bitter About This ‘Brady Bunch’ Episode

Sibling rivalry flared up on and off the screen.

Johnny Whitaker, Family Affair

‘Family Affair’ Star Johnny Whitaker Opens Up About Anissa Jones’ Tragic Passing & Giving Jodie Foster That Kiss

“Anissa liked to act, but she was more like Brian Keith. She didn’t like doing the publicity.”

THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, from left: Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, on set, (September 1962), 1960-68. photo: Richard R. Hewett/TV Guide/Courtesy Everett Collection

See Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’

Enjoy these cherished on-set moments.

HOLIDAY, Katharine Hepburn, 1938

Katharine Hepburn’s 5 Quirkiest Roles

Known for playing the gutsiest of women, Hepburn also tried her hand at a backwoods bumpkin, a brave Chinese villager, a kooky Russian pilot and more!

Adam Sandler, Bill Murray

’90s Comedy Film Quiz: Can You Guess the Movie From Just One Clue?

Can you guess the movie from just a single clue?

Miss Peggy, Andy Griffith Show, Joanna Moore

Why Did Miss Peggy Disappear from ‘The Andy Griffith Show’?

The big-hearted nurse seemed like such a good match for Sheriff Andy Taylor.

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How Well Do You Remember These 1960s Classic Films?

Take our 1960s movie quiz and test your knowledge.

Too Close for Comfort, Lydia Cornell, Ted Knight

The Truth About Lydia Cornell’s Relationship With Ted Knight

Knight needed the show to be successful, and working with a relative newcomer like Lydia Cornell was a bit risky.

HEE HAW, Buck Owens, Roy Clark, 1969-1993

What Happened on the First Episode of ‘Hee Haw’?

America’s favorite countrified variety show began its quarter-century run 56 years ago today

black-and-white archival 1975 photo of music producer Dickie Goodman, standing and holding a bottle of champagne (in his right hand) up to the mouth of a stuffed toy shark in his left hand and smiling in a promo shot for the success of his novelty song

Re-Listening to Dickie Goodman’s 1975 Novelty Hit ‘Mr. Jaws’

The incredibly strange tune incorporated clips from the Bee Gees’ “Jive Talkin’,” the Eagles’ “One of These Nights,” and Olivia Newton-John’s “Please Mr. Please.”

THE JEFFERSONS, Sherman Hemsley, 1975-85

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Jeffersons’ Star Sherman Hemsley

Did you know he was a big fan of the band YES?