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Feeling a lot like Goat Boy from "Saturday Night Live," I'm remembering the 1980's through this list of sitcoms.

Actress Suzanne Pleshette, probably best known as Bob Newhart's no-nonsense wife, Emily Hartley, on the top-rated "The Bob Newhart Show," died Saturday evening, January 19, in Los Angeles, of respiratory failure.

Here's a list of 21 notable people who passed away in 2007.

The title pretty much says it all. This DVD set contains the first season of "The Bob Newhart Show," which aired from 9/16/72 to 3/10/73. The 24 episodes cover both sides of three discs; a little caution is required in their handling.

Those who recall her earliest exploits and down to earth demeanor as well as her dry sense of humor will miss this actress who has been involved in so many beloved shows.

Suzanne Pleshette, who achieved television immortality playing Bob Newhart's wife in the classic 1970s sit-com "The Bob Newhart Show," died of respiratory failure in Los Angeles. She had been battling lung cancer.

Actress Suzanne Pleshette, former star of the Bob Newhart Show, has died from respiratory failure at age 70.

In the television industry, the term "jump the shark" was conceived in the late 1970's. It is defined as the moment when a hit television series takes that almost inevitable turn from greatness to mediocrity or worse.

It's really amazing how much really crappy television has made it into elegant boxed sets on DVD. Why is it then that so many truly masterful TV shows aren't?

Sitcom's of the 70's drastically changed direction and focus. Find out my top ten pick and add yours.

The village of Oak Park, Illinois has been the home to some of America's most successful people.

Neil Aspinall died at the age of 66 at the Manhattan Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Hospital where he underwent treatment for lung cancer.

My most favorite and least television series finales

Read this informative Tom Poston biography and learn more about the man behind the name.

A look back at Heath Ledger, the most shocking recent example of a young Hollywood star who died too soon.

The boy on TV's Tarzan...one of the Brothers Grimm...Vampira...the schoolteacher from The Birds...the trumpet player on Bell, Book and Candle.

What TV sitcoms had us in stitches in the 80s.

Shows that seemed great at the time but aren't really that great at all, yet I can't stop watching them.

Find out which shows captured America's attention in the 80's, why, and just what might happen if these shows hit the air again.

You've got a favorite sitcom. And you've got a favorite episode of that sitcom. Did I recognize the same genius that you did?

What was the profession of neighbor Howard Borden? What was the profession of Carol's husband? What was Emily's profession? Take this quiz about the Bob Newhart show and find the answers.

A look back at the inimitable Bob Newhart.

A funny, engaging memoir by one of the giants of comedy

Yes, they have finally done it. A television-guru's dream - a top of the line refrigerator with a 15" LCD Television built right into it. But what else is amazing about this TV? Read on to find out!

It was the year that CBS, in the words of actor Pat Buttram, decided to cancel every show that had a tree. And it was a testament to the misguided practice of network making scheduling changes based on bad demographics.

A former co-star of the popular 1970s show "Rhoda" and later soap opera "General Hospital" has died of kidney cancer.

Has your favorite TV show ever revamped itself for no good reason? Happens way too much. Watch out, your favorite show could be next.

Elvis Presley joins the list of people like Bob Newhart and Jackie Gleason in being honored with life sized bronzer statue by TV Land.

There's no gray on The Streets Of San Francisco when it comes to putting away a criminal.

Did you watch the Doonesbury, Carlton Your Doorman, or Far Side cartoons when they first aired? Too bad, because that was your last chance until the internet came along.

Mrs. Krabappel is an integral part of the Simpsons, yet Marcia Wallace has never received the acknowledge she deserves.

You probably remember him from Three's Company or 8 Simple Rules... for Dating My Teenage Daughter. Or maybe you remember him from one of his movies. Read this informative article and find out some interesting facts about John Ritter!

A weekly recap of news stories that caught my eye, along with my thoughts on the issues.

Fat people in general and fat women in particular, are excluded from television series. When they are portrayed, they are made to seem stupid, sloppy and otherwise unlikable. This influences audience behavior toward real life fat people.

Have you ever had an idea you thought would be a hit television show? Well here are a few rules to go by to make sure that your idea has what it takes to make it on the small screen.

Dick Martin, the co-host of the TV series "Laugh-In," died on Saturday, May 24, 2008

Are you considering a change in your career and wonder if innkeeping is right for you?

Most of us can sing a TV theme song or two...or twelve. Some stick out because they're great (like Cheers, for instance). Others stick out because they're just awful. Here are the 10 worst TV theme songs to invade our living rooms.

American TV is based upon comfortable predictability, making the moments when shows dare to shock all the more exceptional.

This is a list of some of the ridiculous TV production logos that scared the HELL out of me as a little kid!

Fox's 2007-2008 New Fall Shows Part 1

Think of all the crappy TV shows that have run for seven or eight years. Now take a look at these shows canceled after just one season. Now you will understand why a lobotomy is a prerequisite for being a TV executive.

Every day is flush with history. June 13th is certainly no exception.

A look at the 89 version of the academy awards show. Highlights of performances and quotes from host Jon Stewart.

Why has television gone to all reality and crime shows? I remember as a child having our family “prime time” after dinner while watching our 30 minute family sitcoms. I’m sad that we can’t do that with our children today.

'My Mother, The Car' was considered the worst television show that had ever been created. I had found this hard to believe myself as I have watched some pretty bad TV, but after doing some careful research, I found out just how wrong I was!

The New Adventures of Old Christine will find its way back into the CBS lineup at midway through the 2007-2008 season at least partly due to the work of an interesting blend provided by three players who make the show at least worth a look see.

For celebrity, tv, and movie hounds, William A. Gordon has a book for you called The Ultimate Hollywood Tour Book. Read on to find out why Roy A. Barnes recommends it!

The British origins of Donald Trump's famous phrase of job dismissal might be something most people want to ignore. But knowing its origins might help make it become less biting when we're ever faced with the reality of being fired from a job...

Ron White is one of the Blue Collar comedians, has the improbable nickname of "Tater Salad," and is one of the most popular comics around today. Ron White reminds you of a blue collar Dean Martin. Now, sing along, "Ain't that a kick in the head? Bubba?"

The most family friendly gay movie to date.

Part one of three lists of X-Files episodes

May 22nd is a holiday for many purposes. Avid celebrants participate eagerly in marking May 22nd as a most special day for so many different reasons. Here are several of the most popular May 22nd holidays (arranged alphabetically).

You may not recognize her name, but you've seen Holland Taylor in countless movies and TV shows.

Gilda Radner Biography

Mary Frann Biography

Don Rickles has made audiences laugh with his brand of humor, hurling insults at celebrities and common folks alike, for fifty years. This article relates the breaks that made him famous.

Explores writing and copywriting. Is there an easy way to become a copywriter? It seems that that is the area to make great income.

Vermont looks like a Christmas Card in February. The inns are quite and serene, the pace of daily life is slower, a perfect place to come and relax. With plenty of quaint shops and great restaurants, the villages of Vermont make for a great Valentines Day Getaway.

The State of Comedy compares the level of number of working comedy acts in generations past and finds the present generation lacking.

Spanning the time period from 1946 to the present, these family-oriented Christmas movies offer wholesome magic that the entire family can enjoy.

A review of Superbad, the #1 box office, hilarious hit, starring Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, and Seth Rogen, from the award winning team of comedy writers, headed by Judd Apatow, and directed by Greg Mottola.

A rising star, Heath Ledger's body was found on Tuesday by the housekeeper.

We all have fears. There are things that frighten us and may even send us into a panic. In this article we will take a look at a few famous people and their fears.

A look at TV Land and Entertainment Weekly's list of the 50 greatest TV icons

The world existed long before television, but we have become a society reliant on what television delivers into our homes. Enjoy a week without television and see what else life has to offer.

Television comedies are neither as good nor as common on TV schedules as they used to be. A lot of big shows have left and few have replaced them. The comedy genre no longer stays confined to the usual 30-minute format.

When researching the affects that television and advertising have on us citizens of America, it would be impossible to rule out these forms of media as key opportunities for media companies to attract viewers.

A television network consisting of crossover shows.

From the returning shows to what's making their debuts, a preview of the Fall television season on ABC day-by-day.

A lot of TV shows aimed at kids can be incredibly annoying for adults. Here are some shows which kids can watch without driving any parents or babysitters in the room around the bend.

African Americans have impacted the development of television on every conceivable front: news, comedy, drama. African American men and women are behind the scenes and leading the medium into the future. Here are just 23 names and titles to know

The grit and guts of modern reality TV must follow its true ancestral lines all the way across the Atlantic to a young man from the Netherlands, who wondered what real people would do under the watchful eye of Big Brother.

Check out some sites where all the talk targets tv. Want recaps, reviews or inside news? Plenty of sites await.

Writers who possess the desire to expand his or her knowledge of English words and proper grammar can easily do so by reading, writing, watching educational television programs, and playing educational word games.

CBS, which had another grea year in terms of television, returns for their Fall 2006 campaign with few changes. They will add some new shoes, but return most of their successful franchises, including the top show on television.

Legendary comedienne Lucille Ball and her wildly popular television program were not only hilarious entertainment, but also a breakthrough for future comediennes like Carol Burnett, proving they were just as funny as their male peers.

Sometimes, when two performers start off on equal footing, one member achieves fame and fortune while the other is reduced to cameo appearances.

If you would like to participate in TV Turnoff Week this April 23-29, 2007 but are wondering how you will be able to keep from switching on the TV, here are ten things you can do to fill up your time and keep the TV turned off.

There are a lot of good shows on TV right now. Here are the ones I think you really shouldn't miss. Plan accordingly.

The television over the years has become a mainstay in many homes. The television is used to keep up-to-date on what is happening locally, nationally, and around the world.

This French Country TV Cabinet is made from one of those super cheap laminate TV cabinets or even from an existing wood TV cabinet you already have.

I'm clearly in an unhealthy relationship with my television. It serves up a load of superficial, predictable plot lines, poor acting, and eye-rollingly bad dialogue, and I eat it up with the spork that came with my TV dinner.

In just ten short years TV Land has gone from being totally unique to being just another faceless part of the crowd.

Before you buy an LCD TV, do a little research about the features you need. A few simple guidelines will get you started.

Do you have someone on your shopping list that thinks they are the next American Idol ? Maybe they think they have what it takes to make it on Survivor. Here are some gift suggestions for the Reality TV Junkie on your holiday list.

Discovery Channel's "Man vs. Wild" and "Everest: Beyond the Limit" are the best shows on TV right now!

You would be surprised to find the number of things studying abroad (in a small group) and a reality TV show have in common. You're in a condensed social world, and those few people are your world. What do you think would happen?

With sites like YouTube and other video hosting sites, finding your favorite TV show is sometimes as simple as using the proper search engine terms. Yet how legal is this?

Both the M*A*S*H* movie and TV show have achieved great success, but they are very different in their interpretations of scenes included in the book. The TV show is much better than the movie, but the movie does have its merits.

Christine Ebersole, star of hit musical Grey Gardens, revealed today on ABC's The View that she's abandoned TV in favor of YouTube.

We all like vegging in front of the TV every now and again, but the problem that plagues us all is the fact that many times, there's just nothing on! Well no more is this going to be the case with a network like TV Land around

After two seasons of well-written plots, this TV show only is getting better.

A review of the Hitachi 51F59 - 51" Rear Projection TV and why its a great TV for the money

What follows here is a list of my personal picks for the top ten television theme songs of all time.

TV is not only filled with educational programs, but you'll also find inspirational programming as well. Before tossing out your television, read the following ten reasons to watch TV.

Are TV execs trying to be environmentally-friendly or what? Here is a look at the different types of recycling going on with the boob tube.

Television has morphed from a medium determined to spread mass culture, to creating a sense of reality which at the very least is disturbingly false.