Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco talks about those actors who won the Oscar© at the Academy Awards for their outstanding performance but were subsequently never (or almost never) seen again –or who had a very short career despite the award. You may be surprised at some of the names he mentions!
Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco, tells Celebrating Act 2 about his third book in the ‘Forgotten Hollywood’ series, “Road to Forgotten Hollywood” and its fascinating content. He discusses with Art and John some of the famous and compelling character actors featured in the book …as well as their little known personal and professional histories! It’s a … Read more
Prolific mystery writer J.A. Jance talks to Art and John of Celebrating Act 2™ about both her life and work. Her newest novel (of over 60 in print! ) “Unfinished Business,” features one of her most popular characters, Ali Reynolds. J.A. is forthcoming in comparing her own real life story with the fictional adventures and … Read more
Jack Benny is an icon of comedy –but best known for his successful Radio and TV Series which entertained generations. It’s often forgotten that Benny also starred in feature films. Not very many…and none very notable according to our Hollywood Historian, Manny Pacheco. Take a look at a part of Jack Benny’s career you may … Read more
Some people call them “Retirement” communities but what’s the reality behind those gates? Celebrating Act 2™’s founders, Art Kirsch and John Coleman, talk with their friend Anne Ganguzza who, just turning 55, is considered ‘the kid in her age 55+ community. She’s still actively working her voice-over business from a home studio and is by … Read more
Want a good Laugh? Go back to the original “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-in” produced by George Schlatter! Herbie J Pilato, author, producer and expert in the world of classic television, talks to Art Kirsch and John Coleman of Celebrating Act 2 about tis very special comedy series and its historical precedents. There’s lots of fun … Read more
Who doesn’t love a good laugh? Celebrating Act 2’s Art Kirsch and John Coleman talk with Hollywood Historian,. Manny Pacheco, about famous comedy teams, where the humor comes from and why every team needs a ‘straight man’. It’s not only fun to reminisce with them but interesting to hear Manny’s very real take on humor. … Read more
Are the great character actors a thing of the past? Is it the quirky supporting role that makes the character actor or is it the unique look and ability of the actor that makes the character come alive? Manny Pacheco discusses this with Art Kirsch and john Coleman as they veer back and forth between … Read more
As Hollywood Historian Manny Pacheco explains, the long awaited Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures constructed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will be devoted to the history, science, and cultural impact of the film industry. It will be the first large-scale museum of its kind in the United States….and it’s finally due … Read more
Many of our favorite shows seem to come from the same prolific producers, who in their own right become super stars. In this video, TV expert Herbie J Pilato discusses with Celebrating Act 2 the unusually successful QUINN MARTIN. Besides Martin’s many hit series, such as The Fugitive, Barnaby Jones and The Streets Of San … Read more