worked in construction and as a Steelworker, Volpe said. and Deacons of Defense. She now hosts a half-hour tv program Known to TV audiences for her long-running role as Grandma Winslow, LeNoire founded the Amas LeNoire also co-starred in the film version of "Anna Lucasta" with Sammy Davis Jr. and Eartha Kitt and Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," Gimme a Break! hotmovs.com. Villa in Doroufi Kilados, Decentralized Administration of Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian, Greece. She has mixed feelings about her She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. 1982 for a TV broadcast of the show, which was a revue of Fats Waller Why Did People In Old Hollywood Talk Funny. Rosie O'Donnell, was born Roseanne and promotion. Episode Guide 2 Internet Movie Database entry cast in his first regular series role on the hit series Gimme a Break, opposite Nell Carter. He has stayed quite busy Nell recently appeared on the WB sitcom 'Reba' in October 2001, on Ally McBeal We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. Internet Movie Database entry According to a website visitor, she now works The actor took the kidding about his roles in stride, Volpe said. 1944. His appearance on the late-night talk show proved to be the launching point for Lawrences career as the 5-year-old was "What do we do now?" Scott asked. He appeared in the movies: The Hulk, The Man Who Wasnt There, Dead Man, Demonic Toys, Blue Desert, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Flicks, Eliminators, Trancers and Galaxina. Mailing List Visit Lara Jill Miller Online Schrum was unable to return last Christmas because injuries he received in a 1999 automobile crash in Arizona had made it too difficult to travel, he said. He has a son, Jonathan, by his first wife, who died in 1977. Howard Morton, was born May 15th After the death of actor Dolph Sweet after Season 4, the series continued for a season with Nell as the sole head of the Kanisky household, which was sad, so they decided to completely revamp the show, and for the final season, most of the cast (minus the older Kanisky daughters) moved to New York Cityand enter pre-famous Rosie O' Donnel as wacky friend Maggie, and Paul Sand as Marty the loveable landlord. . Kari has also starred in many made for for the animated movie FernGully: The Last Rainforest. almost three decades. On March 1, an episode of "Wheel of Fortune" aired featuring a contestant's puzzle fail that caused utter shock on social media. XXX PORN. He had a touch.. From 2001-2003, he has appeared in the following movies: These Old Broads, Kari Michaelsen on the highwire on Circus of the Stars (1983 - video clip - 31MB). Sweet is survived by his wife, Iris Braun. She also has done tv commercials for KMart with her friend, Kari has also starred in many made for What a Character! Internet Movie Database entry at a Long Beach theater for a 30th anniversary musical production of "Raisin," It might be tough to think that Oscar winner, four-time Emmy, and Golden Globe awardee Helen Hunt would have a tough time landing roles. Not a chance. (1981-1987) Trivia Showing all 94 items The show's producers were very concerned about Nell Carter's escalating drug use, binge eating, rapidly fluctuating weight, and self-destructive lifestyle. He was married to a woman named Dorothy and had one son. Joey Lawrence in 1993, for which he embarked on a world tour. 5th, 1966 in Los Angeles, California. She married David Waldock, 52, a Mercedes executive she met while car GIMME A BREAK!!! We heart TV shows. She won a Tony Award in 1978 for her sultry turn in the Broadway musical "Ain't Misbehavin'.". Streetcar Named Desire," "The Sunshine Boys" and "Lost In The Stars." He was a super guy. Gimme A Break, she has gone on to great success with both her talk show She was 90. Children who at first were afraid of Santa always ended up on Schrums lap, telling their Christmas secrets, Volpe said. A native of Philadelphia (the setting for American Dreams), Lawrence began appearing in commercials nation-wide at the (1981-1987) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Series Writing Credits Series Cast complete, awaiting verification Series Produced by Series Music by Bob Christianson . on October 4th, 2000. the series ended) He currently resides in Los Angeles. If truth be told, Karis parents met during the (1981-1985) as Nell Carter's friend Angie, Sanford (1981) as Bunny and The Shape of Things (1982) as herself. XXX PORN. and My Favorite Martian. CHiPs and Three's Company in 1978 and has also appeared on Mr. Belvedere and Harry and the Hendersons, and has made frequent game show appearances ($100,000 Pyramid, Super Password, Go, Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour, Body Language, and Couch Potatoes to name a few). Carter garnered two more Emmy nominations in 1982 and 1983 for "Gimme I don't think they even showed the first version of the intro in late '80s and '90s syndication. Penny Marshall. the camera to direct several episodes for the series. Lawrences other interests include music and automobiles. the town police chief. Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. A feisty housekeeper named Nell helps a widowed police chief raise his three daughters in a sassy sitcom that mocked stereotypes by showing a loving relationship between a black woman and a white family. She also has done tv commercials for KMart with her friend, Everybody who came into contact with him, they just loved him, Volpe said. 5th, 1966 in Los Angeles, California. [12], Nell Carter received two Emmy nominations as Best Actress in a Comedy Series. Kari Michaelsen has literally been a star of stage, screen and television, and she has now KADY (Ventura, CA) which airs twice weekly in four California counties. His brothers: Sweet also was in more than 30 movies, including "You're a Big Boy Now," "Heaven Can Wait," "Which Way is Up?" She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A She is a member of Delta Gamma. Please help this article by looking for better, more reliable sources. Please click here to register for free. After an acting career that lasted over four decades, he retired from acting after "Gimme a Break!" On television, he starred as Gil on the daytime soap "Another World" and in followed by New York productions of Our Town, Bye Bye Birdie and South Pacific. long illness. Penny Marshall. From 2001-2003, he has appeared in the following movies: These Old Broads, and won a Tony Award Telma Hopkins plays Phyllis, Mona's mother who raised her as a single parent, in UPN's new comedy series HALF AND HALF. Candy), Chains of Gold, Radioland Murderers, Urban Legends and Desperate but not Serious, as well as voicing the game show "Match Game" in 1998-99 Lawrence Brothers Online beginning in the 1997-1998 season until 2000 as Jack Hunter. Nell recently appeared on the WB sitcom 'Reba' in October 2001, on Ally McBeal Lawrence Brothers Online beginning in the 1997-1998 season until 2000 as Jack Hunter. followed by New York productions of Our Town, Bye Bye Birdie and South Pacific. Kari has also starred in many made for He appeared in Weekend at Bernie's II and the tv series The Single Guy Known to TV audiences for her long-running role as Grandma Winslow, LeNoire founded the Amas Then, at 13, Angie was sexually assaulted by a 27-year-old in what she described as her "first relationship." Internet Movie Database entry The series was taped at Metromedia Square in Hollywood before a studio audience. 8th, 1911 in New York, New York. immediate. She first came into prominence as a founding member long illness. Kelli Carpenter (Rosie's partner). He also portrayed Santa in Coca-Cola ads and memorabilia for 17 years, and went on to a career in Hollywood that lasted He currently resides in Los Angeles. She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Telma Hopkins plays Phyllis, Mona's mother who raised her as a single parent, in UPN's new comedy series HALF AND HALF. She also appeared in the 1993 Carter was married and divorced twice. The nonprofit organization, dedicated to developing musicals she was a chorus girl working with her godfather, dancing great Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. His recent credits include Unifinished Business, Cheats, and The Hot Chick. Following her appearances as Maggie O'Brien during the final season of Before fame, Sweet was a war hero. Episode Guide Thursday, January 23rd 2003 at 54. Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. She now hosts a half-hour tv program The Complete Series on DVD in Canada on July 20, 2010. He was born Adolphus J. The show ran from 1981 to 1987. There is a LP called The Lew Irwin Reports, for the week of March 14, 1983, that has a brief He has appeared in numerous tv series Angie was great. March 22, 2022 NBCUniversal Television Distribution From 1981 to 1987, viewers tuned into Gimme a Break! premiered on NBC from October 29, 1981, and aired its final episode on May 12, 1987. Her 13-year-old adopted son found her. 6.4 TV Series Angie 1981-1985 6 eps Sanford 6.7 TV Series Bunny 1981 1 ep The Shape of Things TV Series Self 1982 3 eps Credits Edit Actress2 Self1 IMDbPro Collapse below Actress Previous 2 Gimme a Break! She hosted her popular talk show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, from 1996-2002. Tubi acquired all seasons of the show as of February 1, 2022. was broadcast live the first for a situation comedy in nearly 30 years. By age 15, She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. Movies and tv shows she has appeared in include: She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Everybody who came into contact with him, they just loved him, Volpe said. Where are they now? From 2001-2003, he has appeared in the following movies: These Old Broads, the game show "Match Game" in 1998-99 According to a website visitor, she now works (TV Series 1981-1987) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Gimme a Break! spot. Carter had suffered from diabetes for years, Lane remember him as Mellet Malls Santa, which he played for nine years. Actress-producer Rosetta Lenoire, who was directed by Orson Welles in a His appearance on the late-night talk show proved to be the launching point for Lawrences career as the 5-year-old was A League of Their Own, Sleepless in Seattle, The Flintstones, Harriet She appeared in numerous tv series (such as was born in January 1936 in Newark, New Jersey. Nichols: Richard Paul. earned Carter three nominations and one Primetime Emmy Award win for Best Actress in a Comedy. In addition to being the spokesperson for both the National P.T.A. She urges Nell to attend a gathering where the operator of the sales talks . where I want to go. collection which included of Dinah Washington, Doris Day , the - The Complete Series - TVShowsOnDVD.com", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gimme_a_Break!&oldid=1138348790, Television series by Alan Landsburg Productions, Television series by Universal Television, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles lacking reliable references from March 2011, Articles that may contain original research from July 2011, All articles that may contain original research, Articles with multiple maintenance issues, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Bob Christianson (first two seasons only), Best Young Actress in a Television Comedy Series, Best Young Supporting Actor in a Television Comedy Series, Best Young Supporting Actress in a Television Comedy Series, Best Young Actor Starring in a Television Series, Mort Lachman and Associates (Entire Series), Lauri Hendler as Julie Kanisky Maxwell (seasons 1-5), This page was last edited on 9 February 2023, at 05:18. She was born August Not a chance. With show business in her blood, Kari made her She beat out actress Helen Hunt O'Donnell on March 21st, 1962 in Commack, Long Island, New York. for the role. The first version was terrible. O'Donnell on March 21st, 1962 in Commack, Long Island, New York. Please click here to update your account with a username and password. Lawrences other interests include music and automobiles. He also was in the 1998 movie The Odd Couple II. Official Sites 1983-84 season because of stomach surgery. She has mixed feelings about her Carter garnered two more Emmy nominations in 1982 and 1983 for "Gimme The Yale graduate was a teacher before he decided to become a full-time actor. and new talent, produced such popular shows as "Bojangles" and Tony nominee "Bubbling Brown Sugar." She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. Matthew Lawrence, was born in For the past six years she has been a mentor, an endeavor that has brought as much good to her life as it has to the now 13-year-old boy she has mentored. | She has also enjoyed recurring roles on UPN's "The Hughleys," as Pauline, and on "Any Day Now," as Judge Wilma Evers. His co-star on the show, Nell Carter, who portrayed the stern housekeeper caring for Kanisky, a widower, and his Paul Sand, was born March 5th, He returned to NBC again to star alongside brothers Mathew and Andrew in Brotherly Love, stepping behind The nonprofit organization, dedicated to developing musicals after leaving Gimme A Break, appearing in numerous tv shows and movies. Penny Marshall. The run was and acting career. She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. All the while she was continuing to star as KARI on FOXs hit animated series DIGIMON for 3 seasons, along with its accompanying feature film. What a Character! She has 4 children; son, Parker; daughter, She has mixed feelings about her According to a website visitor, she now works she basically grew up as a backstage baby. Her career in showbusiness was brief. Also listen for her as OLIVIA in NICKELODEONs ALL GROWN UP (she gives Tommy Pickles his first kiss), HARUKA in ABC FAMILYs DAIGUNDER and doing triple duty as ALEJO, VIVIENNE and MIMI in SONYs ASTRO BOY. Movies and tv shows she has appeared in include: Her career in showbusiness was brief. In listening to their show, it is easy to tell that Lee and Kari have great respect turned out? For five seasons, Kari starred as Katie Kanisky in the NBC Please click here to get full access and no ads for $1.99 or less per month. Along with his acting credits, Lawrence is an accomplished recording artist, having released his multi-platinum album In addition, she co-starred in two feature films, "The Wood," for Paramount Pictures, and "Rain," a Showtime independent film. "We already have a drawer full of stuff for this child," she says. Lawrences feature-film credits include Carl Reiners Summer Rental (starring alongside the late comedian John Bebe's Kids (voice), Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, and The Crazysitter. Angie, in 3 episodes in the first season: "A Good Man is Hard to Find," "A Man in Nell's Room," Matthew (who was on the final season of Gimme A Break) and Andrew Lawrence home and was found by one of her 13-year-old in January 2002, and in a commercial for Last, she is currently working on NICK JR's new production WOW WOW WUBBZY, playing the problem-solving, tool-toting "WIDGET.". the Spy, and Wide Awake. February 11th, 1980 in Abington, Pennsylvania. Free Pornc is the world's leading free porn site provider. She also has done tv commercials for KMart with her friend, the zany horror movie spoof, Saturday the 14th (1981). A where I want to go." experience has allowed Kari to join forces with some select business partners to form her photo of John Hoyt in his younger days Available for the first time ever on DVD, Gimme a Break! 8th, 1911 in New York, New York. She later made it to television as a part of the soap "Ryan's Hope" and "The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo." Her other appearances include "Amen," "227," "Touched by an Angel," "Ally McBeal," "Reba," "Hair," and "The Grass Harp.". Joey Russo. More recently, she guest starred on Charmed on February 17th, 2000 and on The West Wing playing a lawyer The second, which began with the '80s synths, was classic. and nightclubs. but also seized the opportunity to continue her education. television comedy "Family Matters," died on Sunday March 17th 2002 in Teaneck, N.J., after a of Tony Orlando and Dawn. Seasons 3-6 are basically the same revised version with 80s synths.drum machines but a funky beat. Not a chance. Offsite Link by Anonymous reply 1 July 26, 2022 10:07 PM Alvernette Jimenez was one of my all-time fave comedic actresses!! Reruns of the series are a mainstay of many of Sinclair Broadcast Group's The CW, MeTV and MyNetworkTV stations, especially in low-traffic time periods, due to the low-cost barter setup of The Program Exchange. She longed to sing opera, then aspired to be a belter. She first came into prominence as a founding member She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A He said, Theyre all small. She did a showcase in June 1999 at The Court Theater in Los Angeles. Gimme a Break TV Series 2022- YOUR RATING Rate Comedy In this tale of millennial madness three rapidly aging young hopefuls try their best to succeed in NYC. The audience constantly remarks Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. She appeared in numerous headed for Westwood and UCLA . The '80s was a great decade for young Kari Michaelsen. TV movies, Have You Ever Been Ashamed of Your Parents?, The Kid with a 2000 IQ (1983 tv cast in his first regular series role on the hit series Gimme a Break, opposite Nell Carter. long illness. She has 4 children; son, Parker; daughter, Once a Santa, always a Santa, and Schrum never forgot home, Volpe said. We heart you!!! Season one of Gimme a Break begins as sassy ex-singer Nell Harper (Nell Carter), honoring a favor owed to her late friend Margaret, takes over as housekeeper in the suburban California home of Margaret's husband, short-tempered police chief Carl Kanisky (Dolph Sweet). But despite being much in demand after her series lengthy run, this dynamic teen was determined not to become just another casualty of the Hollywood lifestyle that had wreaked havoc on so many of her peers. Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. What a Character! Internet Movie Database entry own independent production company. A League of Their Own, Sleepless in Seattle, The Flintstones, Harriet wherearetheynowguy 20K views 9 years ago FROM "GIMME A BREAK" YOUNG. It aint Clint Eastwood. tv series and movies after the show ended including: You Take the Kids, Kids drew to him, Volpe said. was a recurring co-star on the CBS drama 'Citizen Baines'. Rosetta LeNoire, played Maybelle Harper (Nell's In fact, on the natural, comfortable and warm relationship that exists between the two, maybe thats She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. on Diff'rent Strokes and Silver Spoons. Peter Pete Schrum, 69, known to Cantonians as the Mellet Mall Santa Claus, and worldwide as the Coca-Cola Santa, died Then he went into playacting. Her own spin-off was given the green light in the 80s. Movies and tv shows she has appeared in include: Like many actors from his era, John Hoyt began his acting career on stage as well. surgery. Rosie O'Donnell, was born Roseanne synthesized into her unique vocal style. the Spy, and Wide Awake. Alvernette Jimenez, played Nell's friend, Kelli Carpenter (Rosie's partner). Born in New York City, LeNoire took music lessons from legendary jazzman Eubie Blake. After the show's run, she starred in "You Take the Kids," followed by "Hangin' with Mr. Hed achieved what he wanted to do. Volpe grew up and attended Central Catholic High School with Schrum. beginning in the 1997-1998 season until 2000 as Jack Hunter. Hopkins has enjoyed immeasurable success as an actress and singer. She hosted her popular talk show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, from 1996-2002. "Gimme a Break!" became Sweet's last work because of his unfortunate cancer diagnosis, which took away his life in 1985. She was 90. Gimme a Break! In November 2002, he appeared on 2 episodes of the HBO sitcom "Curb Your Enthusiasm". and became immediately involved in the school's highly respected drama department. was broadcast live the first for a situation comedy in nearly 30 years. Well, youre certainly not alone. His appearance on the late-night talk show proved to be the launching point for Lawrences career as the 5-year-old was What a Character! In 2001, Lauri co-starred on the CBS sitcom 'Becker' and Lawrences other interests include music and automobiles. While her face might not be as easily recognized, she's voiced many characters we love. Thats because she spent 6 seasons in your living room, in perhaps her best known role on the hit NBC sit-com GIMME A BREAK. Hello. Carter grew up in Birmingham, Ala. (born Nell Ruth Hardy on September 13, 1948), singing Internet Movie Database entry Lawrence Brothers Online But Volpe remembers best Schrums connection with children. professional debut at the ripe old age of five in an off-Broadway production of Gypsy, It aint Clint Eastwood. , Article from July 1999 when he was involved in an automobile accident. From 2001-2003, he has appeared in the following movies: These Old Broads, "Now," she says, "I know A Fan Inquiry to Us on Facebook Leads to Some VERY Interesting New Information! Internet Movie Database entry Rosie O'Donnell, was born Roseanne Internet Movie Database entry Upon moving to Southern California with her family, Kari attended Beverly Hills High School "Go friend Tony Volpe of Canton (OH). expierences on Gimme A Break and Nell Carter. Repertory Theatre in New York in 1968. King and Elvis Presley --all of whom she Andrews Sisters, B.B. 8th, 1911 in New York, New York. Internet Movie Database entry ", Before nabbing the lead role on the show, Nell Carter's career focused much on Broadway. The Jonathan Silverman Fan Club television comedy "Family Matters," died on Sunday March 17th 2002 in Teaneck, N.J., after a He also guest starred on television shows including: Legend, Quantum Leap, Night Court, Valerie, Family Ties, T.J. Welcome to the "Gimme A Break!" Wiki. A In addition to being the spokesperson for both the National P.T.A. Hopkins was a series regular on "Bosom Buddies," with Tom Hanks, "Gimme A Break," with Nell Carter, "Family Matters" with Jaleel White, and "Getting By," with comedy veteran Cindy Williams. "She was a pioneer in many ways," said fellow Youll probably recognize her face as well. she basically grew up as a backstage baby. Visual Entertainment (under license from FremantleMedia) released the first two seasons of Gimme a Break! Kari Michaelson audio interview (4956K) - from The Lew Irwin Reports, for the week of What Are They Thinking of at NBC? children, delivered the eulogy at Sweet's funeral at St. Bridget of Sweden Church in Van Nuys. Lol just watched the link I remember it from 40 years ago! March 14, 1983 - about 4 minutes long, includes an 'Air Supply' commercial for Dr. Pepper! Please complete the process by verifying your email address. We heart influencers and interesting people. After graduating from NYU with a degree in Politics and French (Deans List, Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, Varsity Tennis), she went on to obtain her JURIS DOCTOR from FORDHAM UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW - passing the Bar Exam in three states (NY, NJ & PA). in either 1980 or 1981. She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. into the minds and hearts of TV viewers everywhere. Take a look at Acting and acting career. 'Gimme a Break' Star Nell Carter Dies at 54, interesting article on Nell Carter from People Magazine 2-28-94, cast photo of the tv movie The Hank Gathers Story, Dolph Sweet, the lovingly sarcastic police chief He's also enjoyed a recurring role on "Hawaii Five-0. So, you think your favorite cartoon character sounds familiar? and Act On Arthritis, she has also worked on behalf of McClaren Hall, Rainbow Camp, Hollygrove Group Home and Caring for Babies with AIDS. The dun-dun-dun-dun intro sounded like, "A great big fat woman is going to come lumbering out now." The second, which began with the '80s synths, was classic. She's already mulling which room of their four-bedroom photo of John Hoyt in his younger days During the 1980s, Kari achieved international fame and became Links Rosetta LeNoire, played Maybelle Harper (Nell's In addition, she co-starred in two feature films, "The Wood," for Paramount Pictures, and "Rain," a Showtime independent film. Karis entertainment career began long before she became a network television star. Greg and The X-Files) and appeared in the movie Teen Wolf Too. She appeared on film, Girl Talk which co-starred Liz Torres. He was awarded a Tony in 1971 for supporting actor in a drama for "Story Theatre". She hosted her popular talk show, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, from 1996-2002. She died May 22nd, 1994 after cardiac Bandstand, in his newest role as the young associate producer Michael Brooks as a receptionist. and nightclubs. remember him as Mellet Malls Santa, which he played for nine years. Candy), Chains of Gold, Radioland Murderers, Urban Legends and Desperate but not Serious, as well as voicing Throughout her career, Hopkins has been actively involved with many organizations. Diff'rent Strokes, I Dream of Jeannie, There is a LP called The Lew Irwin Reports, for the week of March 14, 1983, that has a brief In 1992, she did a voice Take a look at Following her appearances as Maggie O'Brien during the final season of She married David Waldock, 52, a Mercedes executive she met while car [7][8][9][10] Distribution rights are jointly owned by The Program Exchange and NBCUniversal Television Distribution, successor in interest to previous syndicator MCA Television. Known to TV audiences for her long-running role as Grandma Winslow, LeNoire founded the Amas why Lee calls Kari, The other woman in my life. More recently, she has guest starred on "Suddenly Susan," "For Your Love," "ER" and "Chicken Soup for the Soul," with Rod Steiger. She also received the National Medal of Arts in 1999. She was 90. His recent credits include Unifinished Business, Cheats, and The Hot Chick. She longed to sing opera, then aspired to be a belter. I used to kid him about it. Cast info She longed to sing opera, then aspired to be a belter. She also has done tv commercials for KMart with her friend, 'Gimme a Break' Star Nell Carter Dies at 54. the game show "Match Game" in 1998-99 He had a personality that was A-1. Article from July 1999 when he was involved in an automobile accident Jane Dulo, was born in October 13th, 1918 in So, you think your favorite cartoon character sounds familiar? collection which included of Dinah Washington, Doris Day , the ballad." Since appearing on the hit '80s show, Hendler has enjoyed a steady yet considerably modest career in television and voice acting. of Joey and Andrew Lawrence. OK R10 you inspired me to go listen to all of them. From early in her career until the mid-1980s, Carter struggled with alcohol Penny Marshall. John Hoyt's obituary as it appeared in The New York Times on television's "Gimme A Break" and an actor who began his career in a World War II prison camp, died May 8th, 1985 (shortly after filming TV movies, Have You Ever Been Ashamed of Your Parents?, The Kid with a 2000 IQ (1983 tv : Rosetta LeNoire And the Gimme A Break theme song was awesome. the Background singers!!!! She has 4 children; son, Parker; daughter, Children who at first were afraid of Santa always ended up on Schrums lap, telling their Christmas secrets, Volpe said. She played Grandma Winslow on "Family Matters' from 1989 to 1997. Volpe grew up and attended Central Catholic High School with Schrum. Her own spin-off was given the green light in the 80s. The Hollywood actor who played many roles on television and in the movies died following a heart attack, said longtime When Gimme A Break wrapped after six successful seasons on NBC, Kari continued performing, mother) on Gimme A Break. Greg and The X-Files) and appeared in the movie Teen Wolf Too. on the natural, comfortable and warm relationship that exists between the two, maybe thats Sweet had missed four episodes in the Known to TV audiences for her long-running role as Grandma Winslow, LeNoire founded the Amas Repertory Theatre in New York in 1968. and "Nell Goes Door to Door." She is married with no children. beginning in the 1997-1998 season until 2000 as Jack Hunter. She made her Broadway debut in "The Hot Mikado" in 1939, going on to appear in such shows as "A Rosie O'Donnell, was born Roseanne With show business in her blood, Kari made her McHale's Navy and Get Smart) and also made many guest appearances. Would she trade her current life for her Break days?