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Charlie started in the entertainment business with his own Salt Lake City based show, "Hotel Balderdash," on which he played several different characters; as well as hosting Arizona based shows such as, "Dining Out In Arizona," "Chrome Highway," and "At Home in Arizona." He has also appeared in movies and network television programs such as: "The Highriders," "Good-bye, Franklin High," "The Lucifer Complex," "Greatest Heroes of the Bible," and "Mark Twain's America." His most recent film, "Out of Reach," will be released in the Summer of 2007.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

LONE PINE FILM FESTIVAL

October 9 - 11
Lone Pine, California
This is the one not to miss if you can make it.
This year is a 20 year retrospective for the festival.

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY WISHES TO PETER BROWN - OCTOBER 5TH

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GENE!

A big Happy Birthday to the great Gene Autry. Born this day, September 29, 1907 - October 2, 1998.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

FOOTLIGHT FRENZY & RIDING THE HOLLYWOOD TRAIL

NEW SHOW AT COPPERSTATE DINNER THEATER at Greyhound Park in Phoenix

Come see my new show "Footlight Frenzy." It's a great show and very funny. I feel privileged to be on stage with such great actors: Peter J. Hill (also the director), Noel Irick, Roger Prenger, Sean Owen, and the one and only Jessica Godber.

August 28th - November 15

Friday/Saturday
Dinner: 6:30pm
Show: 8:00pm

Sunday
Lunch: 12:30pm
Show: 2:00pm

For Reservations and Info:
Call: (602) 279-3129
Website: http://www.coppperstatedinnertheater.com/


GREAT NEWS ON 2ND BOOK - RIDING THE HOLLYWOOD TRAIL

I have been in discussions with present publisher with resuming publication of my 2nd book. It may be back on the market real soon.

Monday, September 21, 2009

ANDY DEVINE DAYS

The 25th Annual Andy Devine Days Celebration and Rodeo will be held in Kingman the weekend of September 25th. It's gonna be a great time so try and make it, and help the town celebrate their most famous son, while enjoying the rodeo, and the wonders of Route 66.
I can tell you that I have been in talks with the wonderful people of Kingman, and you can expect next year to be bigger and better than ever! They are excited to spread the word about one of the greatest character actors to ever appear on the big and small screen, Andy Devine and the famous Rt. 66 that goes right through the heart of downtown Kingman.
I am amazed at the sights to see around Kingman and the friendliness of the people. Spend some time there and you will feel like one of them, they are that warm and friendly.
Next year we are looking forward to some great celebs up there and hopefully show some of Andy's classic films like: "Stagecoach," and "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance," both directed by John Ford and starring John Wayne; as well as his films alongside Roy and Dale, and episodes of "The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok."
Add to that a look at what life was once like along Route 66, and the area around Kingman is a real treat for film, and history buffs. Thanks to everyone up there for making me feel so welcome. Give them a visit and you'll see what I mean.


I have come across some real hard to find Western titles with stars like Tom Mix, Buck Jones, Col. Tim McCoy, the Hoxies, Bob Steele, Tom Keene, William S. Hart and the great William Farnum - well he was very popular during the silent period. I also have some of the later Hoppys produced by William Boyd himself, during the time when he was trying to get away from the familiar dark suit. If you're interested in knowing what I have drop me a line and I'll get you a title and price list.

If any of you have access to the television station WHT they've been showing the "Lone Ranger" season starring John Hart. Very interesting. Recently I was put on the spot and asked who I would like to interview and I was at a loss, but John Hart is definately a person I would like to talk with, along with Noel Neill, Phyllis Coates and the great Dennis Hopper who worked with the Duke on "The Sons of Katie Elder," and "True Grit."

On the homefront, I'm working on my new book tentively titled, "The Old Hollywood Trail," in conjuction with a series of radio commercials I've been producing. Denny Miller has agreed to write an intro for it. When that is done, I will then be looking for a new publisher for my second book, "Riding the Hollywood Trail," which is currently out of print. I only have one copy myself! So for those of you who have been asking when it will be available again, well . . . it will be awhile.

See Ya On the Trail!

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

WHITEY HUGHES - WE WILL MISS YOU

It is with extreme regret and sadness that I announce the passing of a stuntman supreme and dear friend, Whitey Hughes. Whitey was one of those great men - and he was a great man - who you alway looked forward to seeing. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word.
Whitey wasn't a tall man in stature, but no one was bigger in kindness and action.
Born Robert James Hughes in Arkoma, Oklahoma on November 9, 1920, due to his small frame Whitey stunted for women as well as man, doing stunt work for such stars as: Reno Browne, Lynne Roberts, Rita Hayworth, Lana Turner, and Virginia Mayo as well as, Johnny Crawford on The Rifleman, Bobby Diamond on Fury, and my friend, Jon Provost as Timmy on Lassie. Other shows he worked on include: Wyatt Earp, Bonanza, Rawhide, and Gunsmoke. For 4 seasons (1965 - 1968) Whitey was the stunt co-ordinator for the popular television show, The Wild, Wild West.
Whitey would continue to work through the 1990s in such shows as: Wonder Woman, Buck Rogers, The Fall Guy, and films like Men in Black.
My sympathy and love go out to his wife of almost 60 years, Dottie. For more info check out his official website. We'll miss ya Whitey!

TRUST ME, I'M A DOCTOR

For a great time and a delicious dinner, come to the Copperstate Dinner Theater, May 29- August 16 for Trust Me, I'm a Doctor. And guess who's playing the doctor? Yours truly.
The info is below:
Friday & Saturday Evenings: Dinner 6:30 Curtain 8:00.
Sunday Matinee: Dinner 12:30 Curtain 2:00
DINNER AND SHOW IS GENERALLY $39.95. Mention my name and get a special discount for dinner and show!
CALL (602) 279-3129