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From the Archives: All About Harry Belafonte
The late Union entertainment columnist Don Freeman first saw Harry Belafonte perform in 1952 on a bill with comedian Henny Youngman at the Thunderbird hotel in Las Vegas. Belafonte, the activist and entertainer who died Tuesday, made an impression on Freeman, who recognized the young singer as an extraordinary artist.
From the Archives: 'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols talked about her groundbreaking role
Actress Nichelle Nichols, best known as Lt. Uhura on “Star Trek,” died on July 30, 2022. In 1968 she spoke to The Union’s Don Freeman about her ground-breaking career. The original “Star Trek” series had its television run from 1966 to 1969 and is now streaming on Paramount+. From The San Diego Union, Friday, Aug. 2, 1968: POINT OF VIEW Nichelle Nichols From ‘Star Trek’ By Donald Freeman, The San Diego Union’s TV-Radio Editor “Nichelle Nichols Down to Earth” is the title of her latest singing album.
DONALD T. FREEMAN: R.I.P. Subway and Chop Stop
On Tuesday, as I do twice a week after going to a nearby gym, I went to Chop Stop to get two salads for me and my husband. As I approached the register the employee who I know well sang out “A Caesar salad, right? And what else?” because I always get a Caesar and my husband switches it up. After I greeted her by name and thanked her, I handed over my weathered pre-paid 15% discount card which I have used for over 4 years even though they have not been issued in 2 years.
From the Archives: 'I Love Lucy' is 70; cast once partied in Del Mar
The television sitcom “I Love Lucy,” which starred Lucille Ball as a zany homemaker and husband Desi Arnaz as her bandleader-spouse, Ricky Ricardo, first aired on CBS (Channel 2 in San Diego) on October 15, 1951. In four of its six seasons from 1951 to 1957, “I Love Lucy” was the most-watched show in the United States and episodes are still available on streaming services.
From the Archives: Pow! Wham! Biff! TV’s Batman debuted 55 years ago [The San Diego Union-Tribune]
The television series “Batman,” starring Adam West as the Caped Crusader, made its debut on ABC 55 years ago this month. “Batman” lasted three seasons, from January 1966 to March 1968. It can still be found on streaming services. From The San Diego Union, Tuesday, Jan. 18, 1966: POINT OF VIEW Pow! Wham! Biff! It’s TV’s BatmanBy DONALD FREEMAN, The San Diego Union’s TV-Radio Editor But seriously, folks, there really is a Batman.
From the Archives: Pow! Wham! Biff! TV's Batman debuted 55 years ago
The television series “Batman,” starring Adam West as the Caped Crusader, made its debut on ABC 55 years ago this month. “Batman” lasted three seasons, from January 1966 to March 1968. It can still be found on streaming services. From The San Diego Union, Tuesday, Jan. 18, 1966: POINT OF VIEW Pow! Wham! Biff! It’s TV’s Batman By DONALD FREEMAN, The San Diego Union’s TV-Radio Editor But seriously, folks, there really is a Batman.
From the Archives: 'So many memories...' of Regis in San Diego
Regis Philbin died on Friday, July 24, 2020, a month before his 89th birthday. His broadcast career started in San Diego in 1957. After a move to KSDO Channel 10 in 1960, his hour-long “Regis Philbin Show” first premiered on Sept. 30, 1961. In 1964 Regis sat down with the Union’s Don Freeman for this look back at his San Diego years.
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Weekly Newsletter The best of The Saturday Evening Post in your inbox! Originally published January 24, 1964 Griffith is a fearsome worrier, so petrified by social situations that he avoids most big Hollywood functions. “I feel I just might not be able to cope,” says Griffith. “I wish I could be like [Sheriff] Andy Taylor. He’s nicer than I am — more outgoing and easygoing.
From the Archives: Milton Berle brought Elvis to town in 1956
On this day in 1956 the Milton Berle Show was broadcast live on NBC from the deck of the carrier Hancock, berthed at North Island. Guest stars included Esther Williams, Buddy Rich and a newcomer named Elvis Presley. Elvis stayed in town and appeared in concert at the old San Diego Arena on Harbor Drive on April 4-5. Tickets cost $1.50 at the door. The Union’s Don Freeman interviewed the young singer and later addressed Elvis’ impact in this column.
From the Archives: Marion Ross '...a local girl who made good'
Actress Marion Ross was born on this day in 1928. Ross recently spoke to the U-T’s James Herbert about her life and legendary career. In this 1961 interview with Don Freeman, she spoke candidly about what it meant to be a woman in Hollywood.
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