Who could forget the famous sci-fi TV series, “Lost in Space?” The show follows the exciting adventures of the Robinsons, a family of scientists who braved the depths of space. The show ran for three installments (1965-1968) and aired a total of 83 episodes.
One of the special characters of the thrilling show is the Robot (voiced by Dick Tufeld), which had no name. Its relationship with Dr. Zachary Smith (played by Jonathan Harris) provided comical humor and a lot of misadventures. To prove its superpowers, the robot displayed human emotions, like sadness and laughter, was equipped with modern weaponry and, of course, boasted incredible strength.
Tina Louise In The 1960s Film, "The Warrior Empress"
Versatility is the word that best describes Tina Louise for her talent as an actress, singer, and author. The stunning woman earned popularity for playing Ginger Grant on the CBS comedy, "Gilligan’s Island." Louise clashed with the showrunner because she believed that her character was too harsh. Although they reached a compromise, she often had disagreements regarding her role.
In 1958, she landed her breakthrough role in the movie, "God’s Little Acre," which earned her a Golden Globe award in the category of New Star of the Year. Tina Louise starred in many Hollywood films such as "The Trap," "The Hangman," and "The Stepford Wives," among others. Louise is also an advocate of child literacy and has volunteered her time at local public schools.
British Film Icon, Sir Michael Caine
Apparently, Sir Michael Caine is showing off his fists in this old photo taken in 1969. With a colorful career spanning 70 years and counting, it is just right that he is regarded as a British film icon. Famous for his cockney accent, Caine appeared in various films with stellar performances as Ebenezer Scrooge in "The Muppet Christmas Carol," and as Alfred Pennyworth in "The Dark Knight Trilogy."
He also starred in British films like "Zulu" (1964) and "Alfie" (1966). His career shone bright during the 1980s when he earned a Golden Globe for Best Actor, a BAFTA, and then an Academy award for Best Supporting Actor. Wow!
Elvis Presley In Jailhouse Rock
"Jailhouse Rock" was a 1957 musical drama helmed by Richard Thorp and starring none other than the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. The film features a young man who was sentenced to jail for manslaughter. Following his release from prison, the young man meets a musical promoter who helps him launch his musical career and, when he establishes himself as a big star, his relationships start to suffer.
Despite mixed reviews, the film nabbed the 3rd spot on the Variety box office chart and earned $4 million. With the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll himself as the lead star, and a controversial storyline, the movie deserves its box office recognition.
George Carlin Doing His Stand-up Comedy Routine
This photo, taken back in the 1960s, serves as a reminder that George Carlin was a natural stand-up comedian. Carlin was noted for his black comedy, delving into such topics as religion, psychology, and politics. It was in 1959 when he met Jack Burns and they decided to collaborate as a comedy duo. They had numerous hilarious performances in Fort Worth, Texas before going to California in February 1960.
Carlin died of cardiac arrest on June 22, 2008, but his meaningful contributions to the entertainment industry have influenced a lot of writers and comedians like Kevin Smith, Chris Rock, Jon Stewart, Jerry Seinfeld, and Bill Maher to name a few.