As a kid, nothing felt more magical than an unexpected day off from school—whether it came from a “too sick to move” morning or a snowstorm that shut down the neighborhood. While some kids bundled up to play outside, I was happily …
There is nothing—and I mean nothing—quite like an MGM musical. The sweeping backdrops! The lavish sets! The armies of dancers leaping across the screen in glorious Technicolor! Add in the glittering stars, the original songs, and the jaw…
After nearly twenty years in the entertainment industry, you’d think I’d be jaded by now—immune to red carpets, unbothered by studio screenings, and fully desensitized to the annual parade of Emmy and Oscar season soirées. B…
If you’re as obsessed with television as I am, then you already know the joy of discovering a TV adaptation that doesn’t just match the movie it came from—but sometimes even outshines it. Think “M*A*S*H,” “Fargo,&…
Ever since I can remember, I’ve always had my head buried in a book. My mother loves to tell people that when I was a kid, any time we went shopping, I’d skip right past the candy aisle and go straight for the books. No toys, no chocolat…
When I was a teenager back in the 1980s, one of the biggest movie stars around was Eric Roberts. With his bad-boy good looks, magnetic screen presence, and intense acting style, he was the kind of star who made headlines — and made hearts race…
When October 31st rolls around and the moon is full (cue the Psycho violins), most of us trade in trick-or-treating for a bowl of popcorn, a cozy blanket, and a good old-fashioned scare. Sure, costumes and candy are great, but let’s be honest …
The summer of 1975 gave us a movie that changed everything — “JAWS”! It wasn’t just a hit — it was the blockbuster that invented the summer blockbuster! Audiences lined up around the block, popcorn in hand and nerves o…
Back in 1995, I wandered into a movie theater to see a little indie LGBTQ gem called “Jeffrey”—and I walked out completely obsessed. But before we dive into the what and who of it all, I have to start with the why. See, when the A…
In the spring of 1990, a very funny—and criminally underrated—ensemble sitcom took flight on NBC. In the same vein as the 1980s mega-hit “Cheers,” this show traded the bar for a small commuter airport on the island of Nantuck…
From the earliest days of Hollywood, tough women have lit up the screen, captivating audiences with grit, wit, and unshakable spirit. In the 1940s and ’50s, legends like Bette Davis, Lauren Bacall, Katharine Hepburn, and Joan Crawford weren&rs…
When Flash Gordon rocketed into theaters in December 1980, I practically broke the sound barrier sprinting to my local multiplex. Thirteen years old, clutching popcorn like it was rocket fuel, I sat wide-eyed as Mongo exploded onto the screen. The c…
Think back to your favorite TV shows—how many of them had a scene-stealing animal in the cast? From loyal family dogs to wisecracking horses, from mischievous monkeys to a pig with star power, television has long had a soft spot for its four-l…
Back in the late ’70s and ’80s, Greg Evigan wasn’t just a star—he was a certified TV heartthrob. Whether he was cruising the highways in his hit action-comedy “B.J. and the Bear”—driving that shiny red-and-w…
When you picture a TV dad, who comes to mind first? The wise advice-giver who somehow always knows the right thing to say? The stern disciplinarian who grounds you one minute and sneaks you ice cream the next? The lovable goofball who falls asleep i…
Family-centered TV series have been part of television since its earliest days—think “The Goldbergs” in 1949 or “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet” in the 1950s. So when ABC premiered “The Wonder Years” in…
Picture it: Rydell High, late 1950s. The jukebox is spinning, the soda shop is hopping, and strutting through the halls in matching satin jackets is the coolest girl gang on campus — The Pink Ladies. With their bubblegum-pink coats, tough-girl…
The first time I saw "Grease" on the big screen, I was instantly hooked—on the story, the music, the dancing, the hair… and yes, the Pink Ladies. Sure, Danny and Sandy had my heart, but there was one character who completely stole the s…
Once upon a time in Hollywood, being openly gay was considered a career killer. For decades, major stars like Rock Hudson, Montgomery Clift, Tab Hunter, and Sal Mineo stayed in the closet—forced to protect their image with carefully crafted st…
During the pandemic, I stumbled across the original “Tales of the City” miniseries—and I was instantly hooked. Armistead Maupin’s colorful world of 1970s San Francisco pulled me in, and I fell in love with the characters: Mar…
Hey friends! Summer’s heating up—and so is Hollywood Obsessed Podcast! I hope you’re soaking in the sunshine, binging some classic flicks, and indulging in a little nostalgic magic, because trust me—the real show is just begi…
Back in 1990, HBO took its first big swing at original programming and gave us one of its earliest TV series: “Dream On”—an adult sitcom about a divorced New York City book editor juggling his family life, career, and ahem very act…
If you were around in the 1980s, you know the decade belonged to the fabulous women who ruled our TV screens—and our imaginations. Bold, beautiful, and brimming with attitude, these iconic ladies turned prime-time drama into high art. With sky…
When I was a kid growing up in New York, one of my absolute favorite TV traditions was watching The 4:30 Movie on WABC Channel 7. And let me tell you—when it was “Planet of the Apes” week? Forget it! I was glued to the screen, tota…