Q: I am curious about what happened to the actors who starred opposite the late Andy Griffith on "Matlock."
Given that "Matlock" really was all about Andy Griffith, there were a number of different supporting stars cast that backed him up over the show's nine hit seasons. The three longest-running ones were Nancy Stafford (who played Ben Matlock's legal partner Michelle), Julie Sommars (who played Matlock's friend and adversary, assistant district attorney Julie March), and Clarence Gilyard Jr. (who played private investigator Conrad McMasters).
Tipping the scales: Former athletes prepare to hit the gym in 'The Biggest Loser'
Bob Harper as seen in “The Biggest Loser”
You might think an NFL player, an Olympic gold medalist and a former tennis pro would have the whole fitness regimen thing permanently in the bag.
Bachelor in Paradise, on ABC
Cram a week's worth of drama and heartache into one evening with this new episode. Twists and betrayals abound in this latest installment in the franchise, which features some of the most loved and loathed stars who were sent packing from "The Bachelor" or "The Bachelorette."
Tipping the scales: Former athletes prepare to hit the gym in 'The Biggest Loser'
Bob Harper as seen in “The Biggest Loser”
You might think an NFL player, an Olympic gold medalist and a former tennis pro would have the whole fitness regimen thing permanently in the bag.
Late Laughs for the week of September 7 - 13, 2014
Conan: Conan O'Brien
One month into legally selling marijuana, Washington State has sold more than $3.8 million worth of weed. Now if they could just remember where they put the money.
Since January, Colorado has made nearly $30 million in taxes from marijuana sales. That's in addition to the $40 million they made taxing Doritos.
Welcome, stranger: 'Haven' grows its cast for fifth season
Emily Rose and Lucas Bryant star in “Haven”
Welcome, stranger: One of Syfy's most popular shows is coming back for a fifth season, and it's adding a Canadian sci-fi favorite to its already extensive cast.
Witches of East End, on Lifetime
Joanna (Julia Ormond) faces one of her worst fears in this new episode. Ingrid (Rachel Boston) and Dash (Eric Winter) find their connection growing stronger, while Wendy (Mädchen Amick) has a surprise in store for Tommy (Ignacio Serricchio).
Lucky number 13: Gordon Ramsay is back for another hellish season
Chef Gordon Ramsay hosts “Hell’s Kitchen”
Don't dare think that Gordon Ramsay has gone soft on us.
New Releases for the week of September 7 - 13
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Two years after the events in New York, Steve Rogers, a.k.a. Captain America (Evans), is living in Washington, D.C., trying to adjust to modern society. When a member of S.H.I.E.L.D. is attacked, Steve becomes wrapped up in a mysterious plot that could put the entire world in danger. Joining forces with the Black Widow (Johansson), Captain America fights off hired assassins as he tries to unravel the widening conspiracy. The pair enlists the help of the Falcon (Mackie), but the team is up against a new and powerful enemy -- the Winter Soldier (Stan).
Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo. Stars: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Samuel L. Jackson, Robert Redford, Cobie Smulders, Frank Grillo. 2014. 136 min. Action.
Words and Pictures
Jack Marcus (Owen), a one-time literary star, is now an English teacher at a prep school who lacks ambition after not having any of his work published in years. When a new art instructor, Dina (Binoche), enters the picture, the two form a flirtatious relationship that quickly turns into an unexpected competition. They force their students to abandon their obsession with social media and choose whether words or pictures are important.
Director: Fred Schepisi. Stars: Clive Owen, Juliette Binoche, Bruce Davison, Navid Negahban, Amy Brenneman, Valerie Tian, Adam DiMarco. 2013. 111 min. Drama.
Born to Race: Fast Track
Twenty-year-old Danny Krueger (Davern) is a drag racer who sticks to his own rules. After receiving a scholarship to a well-known racing academy, he must compete against the greatest international-class drivers. When a horrible incident leaves Danny without a partner, he must team up with an old rival in order to compete for positions on the professional racing team.
Director: Alex Ranarivelo. Stars: Brett Davern, Beau Mirchoff, Tiffany Dupont, Diogo Morgado, Corbin Bernsen, Grant Show, Sharon Lawrence. 2014. 94 min. Action.
Burning Blue
Based on the successful London and Off Broadway play, the film follows two navy fighters who develop a forbidden relationship that places their lives, families and careers in jeopardy. The two must test their concepts of love, friendship and trust in the face of jealousy and deceit, forever altering their lives.
Director: D.M.W. Greer. Stars: Trent Ford, Morgan Spector, Rob Mayes, William Lee Scott, Tammy Blanchard, Cotter Smith. 2013. 96 min. Drama.
Game Changers With Kevin Frazier, on CBS
Kevin Frazier brings viewers stories of fans and athletes who give back to their communities in this rebroadcast. Take a look at the surfing career of Hawaiian legend Sunny Garcia who has volunteered with the autism and cystic fibrosis communities.
