Comedy

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.

5 Reasons Why ‘Petticoat Junction’ is a Timeless Classic
Bea Benaderet, as Kate Bradley, made this show a must-see.

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!

Barry Williams Is Still Bitter About This ‘Brady Bunch’ Episode
Sibling rivalry flared up on and off the screen.

‘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.”

See Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
Enjoy these cherished on-set moments.

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!

’90s Comedy Film Quiz: Can You Guess the Movie From Just One Clue?
Can you guess the movie from just a single clue?

Why Did Miss Peggy Disappear from ‘The Andy Griffith Show’?
The big-hearted nurse seemed like such a good match for Sheriff Andy Taylor.

How Well Do You Remember These 1960s Classic Films?
Take our 1960s movie quiz and test your knowledge.

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.

What Happened on the First Episode of ‘Hee Haw’?
America’s favorite countrified variety show began its quarter-century run 56 years ago today

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.”

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Jeffersons’ Star Sherman Hemsley
Did you know he was a big fan of the band YES?

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Redd Foxx
The actor was only 49 when he took on the role of senior citizen Fred Sanford.

Kate Jackson Makes Rare Appearance and Teases Potential ‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ Revival (Exclusive Photos)
Plus: where Jackson thinks the characters would be today.

How Well Do You Remember These Blockbuster Films From the 1980s?
Are you a ‘Die Hard’ 1980s film nut? Take our ’80s movie quiz and find out how well you remember these beloved films.

‘Barney Miller’ Reunion: What Is the One Question Hal Linden Won’t Answer?
TV legends Hal Linden and Max Gail share their ‘Barney Miller’ memories at the Hollywood Show.

What Happened on ’The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour’ Lost Episode?
When the series went off the air on June 8, 1969, one more unseen episode remained.

What Was Andy Griffith’s First Movie Role?
Before he was enforcing law and order in Mayberry, he starred in a dark social satire.

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Scarecrow & Mrs. King’?
The stars will reunite at the Hollywood Show on June 6-7.

The Band Is Back Together! ‘Phineas and Ferb’ Creators on the Long-Awaited Season 5 (Exclusive)
Dan Povenmire and Jeff ‘Swampy’ Marsh let us in on ‘Squirrels in My Pants’ and other gems from the animated favorite.

Why Ellie Walker Vanished From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
The actress had a difficult time in Mayberry.

Harvey Korman’s Son Chris Shares a Rare Glimpse Into His Father’s Legacy (Exclusive)
Harvey prioritized family over celebrity, his son recalls.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Saturday Night Live’ Star Phil Hartman
The ’90s comedy superstar got his start designing rock album covers.

NORM! 10 Hilarious ‘Cheers’ Greetings for the Show’s Most Lovable Loser
No ‘Cheers’ character was more endearing than Norm Peterson, who walked a fine line between joy and misery.

George Wendt, Laurence Fishburne & Other Stars You Might Have Missed on ‘M*A*S*H’
The ‘Cheers’ and ‘Matrix’ stars visited the 4077th before they became household names.

You’ll Never Guess Who Won the Very First American Comedy Award in 1987
Do you remember the awards, which honored the best in comedy TV, film and stand-up, from 1987 to 2001?

The Truth About Ann B. Davis and ‘The Brady Bunch’ Kids
“She was a very nice woman, but had nothing to do with children.”