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She Played ‘Blair’ on The Facts of Life. See Lisa Whelchel Now at 59

Lisa Whelchel - Facts of Life

The American sitcom dominated 80s television, and one that lasted the test of audiences was The Facts of Life. From typical snobby boarding school girls to the women that tried to keep them in line, the show gave us pretty much everything 80s that we love, from big hair to Molly Ringwald.

A spin-off of the series Diff’rent Strokes, the show centered around a small group of girls, with the alpha being Blair Warner. The sassy, wealthy, and could-be shallow Blair was perfectly portrayed by then-teen actor Lisa Whelchel. Barely 15 when the show first aired, Whelchel made her mark on screen, wanted and envied by girls and boys alike. Has Lisa had any more of her brilliant ideas since her time at Eastland Academy? Let’s find out.

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She Played Sammy Jo Carrington on Dynasty. See Heather Locklear Now at 611

Heather Locklear - Dynasty

Heather Locklear was probably one of the most prolific actresses on television from 1980 to around 2005. Guest appearances on multiple popular shows, her own starring roles in sitcoms and dramas, along with quite a few roles in major features made her a massive pull for any Hollywood production, but she’s unfortunately been absent from the screen lately.

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Whatever Happened to Kerri Green from ‘The Goonies’?

Kerri Green - The Goonies

Kerri Green captured the hearts of audiences as the spirited Andy in the 1980s classic “The Goonies,” has had a fascinating journey in the entertainment industry. This article explores the post-“Goonies” trajectory of Kerri Green, revealing how the once beloved teen icon navigated her career through Hollywood’s changing tides and what she’s been up to in recent years.

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Movies

One of the Most Iconic Lines in Robocop Wasn’t Intentional

Paul Verhoeven’s Robocop is a masterpiece of not just an action sci-fi film, but a satiric take on law enforcement and standards for justice in America. While it’s iconic in its own right because of the clever writing and direction by Verhoeven, the Dutch director did have some misunderstandings when it came to English colloquialisms.

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Whatever Happened To Linda Kozlowski From Crocodile Dundee?

Linda Kozlowski

The 80s were a time when comedies were phenomenal, and in 1986, there was one film that broke the box office. If you liked action, crocodiles, and Australian accents, then Crocodile Dundee was your favorite movie that year. Based on Rod Ansell’s real-life survival in the Australian Northern Territory, the movie moved Paul Hogan to leading man status and brought newbie actress Linda Kozlowski instant stardom. Did Linda use her newfound celebrity to create a long-lasting acting career? Let’s find out what happened after Kozlowski starred in the record-breaking film.

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