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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 17, 2023
The 2023 Virtual Jack Benny Convention kicks off tonight, Fri., Feb. 17th and lasts until Sun., Feb. 19th. In addition to enjoying all of the wonderful sessions this weekend, I am so excited to be part of two presentations on the 19th. Hometowns to Hollywood: Jack Benny & Waukegan, ILSun., Feb. read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 13, 2023
Shari Lewis was a beloved ventriloquist and entertainer who charmed many audiences throughout her career–myself included. I loved watching her show as a child and adored her interactions with the various puppet characters she brought to the screen. She and Lamb Chop, in particular, were an ico read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 11, 2023
Ida Lupino was a woman of many talents, working as an actress, singer, director, and producer during Hollywood’s Golden Age. She appeared in many classic films before transitioning to a career behind the camera. Seeking to secure stronger and more challenging roles, she was inspired to explore read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Feb 6, 2023
“I felt I had let [my fans] down by not remaining a child. They’d be dying to meet me and yet I could see their faces fall when I walked into the room. What do you say to someone whose fantasy has just been disturbed?” –Darla Hood Darla Jean Hood was born on November 8, 1931, read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 29, 2023
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 15, 2023
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Jan 2, 2023
“I believe such passion, even passion born of fear and anxiety, is far better than a life of banality.” –Lori Nelson Dixie Kay Nelson was born on August 15, 1933, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She was the daughter of the superintendent of the American Metal Mine Company and the great-gr read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 20, 2022
Lawrence Tierney is best remembered for carrying out numerous “tough guy” roles in classic films. He brought these hard-boiled characters to the screen with ease, though off-screen, his life was filled with challenges. Tierney expressed an interest in performing from an early age and gai read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 20, 2022
Jean Gabin was a French actor and singer who thrived on screen. He was born to parents who were stage performers and would soon also express an interest in the entertainment industry. Gabin made his screen debut in the 1930s, soon becoming an international star, particularly excelling in film noirs. read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 20, 2022
Casablanca (1942) celebrates its 80th anniversary this year and continues to entertain audiences to this day. A notable classic Hollywood film and romance, the film has enchanted viewers all over the world and across multiple generations. Barbara Klinger’s Immortal Films: Casablanca and the A read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 14, 2022
Doing some holiday shopping? Hometowns to Hollywood has some gift ideas! Consider buying one of my White Christmas-inspired dress ornaments. I currently have “Sisters” dress ornaments and the pink “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing” dress ornaments available. read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 12, 2022
Dolores del Río was a Mexican actress with a lengthy career, starring in numerous Hollywood films. She was also a key player in the Golden Age of Mexican cinema, celebrated for her talent and beauty. As of late, there have been several different historical fiction novels that have focused upon Holl read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 12, 2022
Marion Davies, born Marion Cecilia Douras, was a talented actress, producer, screenwriter, and philanthropist. She appeared in films as well as on stage and television throughout her career, beginning as a chorus girl to becoming a featured Ziegfeld Follies performer. Her life both on- and off-scre read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 10, 2022
Aline MacMahon was an Academy Award-nominated actress who appeared on stage, film, and television. She also studied the craft of Method Acting very seriously, becoming the first method actress in films. John Strangeland’s Aline MacMahon: The Golden Age of Hollywood, Red Channels and the read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 10, 2022
Nancy Olson Livingston is an Academy Award-nominated actress who appeared in numerous well-known films, including Sunset Boulevard (1950), The Absent-Minded Professor (1961), and many others. Her autobiography, A Front Row Seat: An Intimate Look at Broadway, Hollywood, and the Age of Glamour deliver read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 8, 2022
When a film comes out–especially one that is based on a book–audiences sometimes read the book before seeing the film, if they have not already delved into the original text. In other cases, film iterations of literary works inspire individuals to pursue the initial text, offering additi read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 1, 2022
Clifton Webb was a gifted actor of Hollywood’s Golden Age, which succeeded in various film genres. He was born Webb Parmelee Hollenbeck on November 19, 1889, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Jacob and Mabel Hollenbeck. His parents separated soon after Webb’s birth. A few years later, Webb’s mother read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 1, 2022
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 3, 2022
Journey to the Center of the Earth (1959) is a screen spectacle that was highly anticipated among fans of adventure and science fiction. This color film, distributed by 20th Century Fox and produced by Charles Brackett, stars James Mason, Pat Boone, and Arlene Dahl. Based upon Jules Verne’s novel read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 2, 2022
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more