Little House on the Prairie star Michael Landon executive produced and appeared in the show from 1974 until 1983. His former co-stars say he had a kind heart and big personality. His castmates also say that although he appeared tall, he was shorter than many people realized. How tall was Landon? Here’s what we know about the late actor.
Michael Landon tried to appear taller than he was on ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Michael Landon and Melissa Sue Anderson | Ted Shepherd/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images
Landon tried to appear taller, according to co-star Alison Arngrim (she played Nellie Oleson). In her book Confessions of a Prairie B****, Arngrim says Landon tried his best to hide the fact that he wasn’t tall. She reveals he used to wear lifts in his shoes.
“Michael Landon was short, very short,” writes Arngrim. “I don’t know his actual height,...
Michael Landon tried to appear taller than he was on ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Michael Landon and Melissa Sue Anderson | Ted Shepherd/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images
Landon tried to appear taller, according to co-star Alison Arngrim (she played Nellie Oleson). In her book Confessions of a Prairie B****, Arngrim says Landon tried his best to hide the fact that he wasn’t tall. She reveals he used to wear lifts in his shoes.
“Michael Landon was short, very short,” writes Arngrim. “I don’t know his actual height,...
- 2/23/2023
- by Sheiresa Ngo
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Last Chance for Animals (Lca), an international animal rights organization, today announced its Compassion Gala honoring notable animal activists will be held on the evening of October 15, 2022 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.
Last Chance For Animals' Compassion Gala
Dynasty star Elaine Hendrix will receive the Celebrity Activist Award at Lca’s annual star-studded gala in honor of her tireless and passionate work as a globally recognized animal rescuer and activist. For over two decades, Hendrix has dedicated her life to rescuing, transporting, fostering, adopting, speaking, protesting, demonstrating, lobbying, educating, building habitats and providing care on behalf of animals in need.
Philanthropist and animal welfare advocate Stacey Kivowitz is slated to receive the Albert Schweitzer Award during the awards program. She is a National Council Member of The Humane Society of the United States and on the board of the Spca of Texas.
The event will also include...
Last Chance For Animals' Compassion Gala
Dynasty star Elaine Hendrix will receive the Celebrity Activist Award at Lca’s annual star-studded gala in honor of her tireless and passionate work as a globally recognized animal rescuer and activist. For over two decades, Hendrix has dedicated her life to rescuing, transporting, fostering, adopting, speaking, protesting, demonstrating, lobbying, educating, building habitats and providing care on behalf of animals in need.
Philanthropist and animal welfare advocate Stacey Kivowitz is slated to receive the Albert Schweitzer Award during the awards program. She is a National Council Member of The Humane Society of the United States and on the board of the Spca of Texas.
The event will also include...
- 8/18/2022
- Look to the Stars
The first installment of Lifetime’s “Highway to Heaven” film series is set to debut in November, and the cable network has just shared the first trailer for the reboot of the classic ’80s series starring Michael Landon.
Starring Jill Scott in the lead role of Angela Stewart, the projects centers on an angel who is sent back to Earth to help others in need. Lifetime picked up the reboot back in June, with Scott and her co-star Barry Watson set to return for future installments.
“Just like the original series, Lifetime wishes to retain the same messages of hope and encouragement for its audience, while exploring social and emotional issues with sensitivity, joy, and humor,” the network said. Read the full description of the first film, titled “Highway to Heaven,” below, and see the new trailer above.
In the premiere movie, Angela takes on the role of a temporary...
Starring Jill Scott in the lead role of Angela Stewart, the projects centers on an angel who is sent back to Earth to help others in need. Lifetime picked up the reboot back in June, with Scott and her co-star Barry Watson set to return for future installments.
“Just like the original series, Lifetime wishes to retain the same messages of hope and encouragement for its audience, while exploring social and emotional issues with sensitivity, joy, and humor,” the network said. Read the full description of the first film, titled “Highway to Heaven,” below, and see the new trailer above.
In the premiere movie, Angela takes on the role of a temporary...
- 8/17/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Nickelodeon announced that the two new animated series “The Patrick Star Show” and “Middlemost Post” will debut back-to-back on July 9 at 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Both series will continue to roll out new episodes on Friday nights.
“The Patrick Star Show” marks the second “SpongeBob SquarePants” spin-off series after “Camp Coral” made its debut on Paramount Plus earlier this year. The series will follow a younger Patrick Star living at home with his family, where he hosts his own variety show for the neighborhood from his television-turned-bedroom.
In the premiere episode, “Late for Breakfast,” Patrick presents a show about food after missing out on a hearty breakfast. Then in “Bummer Jobs,” Patrick and SpongeBob experience the wonders of the workforce.
Bill Fagerbakke returns to voice the iconic starfish alongside an array of new cast members, including Tom Wilson as Cecil Star; Cree Summer as Bunny Star; Jill Talley...
Both series will continue to roll out new episodes on Friday nights.
“The Patrick Star Show” marks the second “SpongeBob SquarePants” spin-off series after “Camp Coral” made its debut on Paramount Plus earlier this year. The series will follow a younger Patrick Star living at home with his family, where he hosts his own variety show for the neighborhood from his television-turned-bedroom.
In the premiere episode, “Late for Breakfast,” Patrick presents a show about food after missing out on a hearty breakfast. Then in “Bummer Jobs,” Patrick and SpongeBob experience the wonders of the workforce.
Bill Fagerbakke returns to voice the iconic starfish alongside an array of new cast members, including Tom Wilson as Cecil Star; Cree Summer as Bunny Star; Jill Talley...
- 6/17/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: An updated version of Highway to Heaven is coming to the small screen. Lifetime has greenlighted event movie series Highway To Heaven, a modern take on the classic Michael Landon TV series, starring Grammy winner Jill Scott (First Wives Club) in a gender-switching lead role, and Barry Watson (The Loudest Voice). Scott also serves as an executive producer.
Scott stars as new angel Angela who comes down to Earth to help people in crisis. Landon played the male version of the character in the original series, the angel Jonathan, who was sent to Earth to help people in need. Watson portrays Junior High School principal Bruce to whom Angela reveals her true identity.
Cast also includes Ben Daon (The Astronauts), Robert Moloney and Ashley Ross (A Series of Unfortunate Events).
In cooperation with Cindy Landon and the Michael Landon Estate, the movies are inspired by...
Scott stars as new angel Angela who comes down to Earth to help people in crisis. Landon played the male version of the character in the original series, the angel Jonathan, who was sent to Earth to help people in need. Watson portrays Junior High School principal Bruce to whom Angela reveals her true identity.
Cast also includes Ben Daon (The Astronauts), Robert Moloney and Ashley Ross (A Series of Unfortunate Events).
In cooperation with Cindy Landon and the Michael Landon Estate, the movies are inspired by...
- 6/17/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
International non-profit Last Chance for Animals (Lca) is hosting its 35th Anniversary “Glamorous Hollywood Night” themed gala honoring prominent individuals who have made a positive impact for animals around the world.
Last Chance for Animals' Star-Studded Gala
Recreating the glamour and excitement of a bygone era, the event will feature celebrity red carpet arrivals, cocktail reception with vegan hors d’oeuvres, a vegan dinner, awards program, live entertainment and dancing. For tickets and additional information, visit: www.LCAnimal.org/Gala.
Lca’s Founder and President Chris DeRose is proud to announce this year’s honorees:
● Kim Basinger, award-winning actress and passionate animal advocate, will receive the “Albert Schweitzer Award”.
● Donna D’Errico, actress, model and ardent animal activist, will be awarded the “Celebrity Activist Award”.
● Gloria Butler, music manager and wife of Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler, will receive the “Sam Simon Award,” named after The Simpsons co-creator and Lca’s devoted supporter,...
Last Chance for Animals' Star-Studded Gala
Recreating the glamour and excitement of a bygone era, the event will feature celebrity red carpet arrivals, cocktail reception with vegan hors d’oeuvres, a vegan dinner, awards program, live entertainment and dancing. For tickets and additional information, visit: www.LCAnimal.org/Gala.
Lca’s Founder and President Chris DeRose is proud to announce this year’s honorees:
● Kim Basinger, award-winning actress and passionate animal advocate, will receive the “Albert Schweitzer Award”.
● Donna D’Errico, actress, model and ardent animal activist, will be awarded the “Celebrity Activist Award”.
● Gloria Butler, music manager and wife of Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler, will receive the “Sam Simon Award,” named after The Simpsons co-creator and Lca’s devoted supporter,...
- 10/17/2019
- Look to the Stars
International non-profit Last Chance for Animals (Lca) is hosting its star-studded 35th anniversary fundraising gala honoring prominent individuals who have made a positive impact for animals around the world.
The “Glamorous Hollywood Night” themed event will take place on Saturday evening, October 19, 2019, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. Recreating the glamour and excitement of a bygone era, the gala will feature celebrity red carpet arrivals, cocktail reception with vegan hors d’oeuvres, a vegan dinner, awards program, live entertainment and dancing. For tickets and additional information, visit: www.LCAnimal.org/Gala.
Lca’s Founder and President Chris DeRose is proud to announce this year’s honorees:
● Kim Basinger, award-winning actress and passionate animal advocate, will receive the “Albert Schweitzer Award”.
● Donna D’Errico, actress, model and ardent animal activist, will be awarded the “Celebrity Activist Award”.
● Gloria Butler, music manager and wife of Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler, will receive the “Sam Simon Award,...
The “Glamorous Hollywood Night” themed event will take place on Saturday evening, October 19, 2019, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. Recreating the glamour and excitement of a bygone era, the gala will feature celebrity red carpet arrivals, cocktail reception with vegan hors d’oeuvres, a vegan dinner, awards program, live entertainment and dancing. For tickets and additional information, visit: www.LCAnimal.org/Gala.
Lca’s Founder and President Chris DeRose is proud to announce this year’s honorees:
● Kim Basinger, award-winning actress and passionate animal advocate, will receive the “Albert Schweitzer Award”.
● Donna D’Errico, actress, model and ardent animal activist, will be awarded the “Celebrity Activist Award”.
● Gloria Butler, music manager and wife of Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler, will receive the “Sam Simon Award,...
- 9/13/2019
- Look to the Stars
Farm Sanctuary, the organization dedicated to combating the abuses of factory farming and the destruction to the planet and our health while encouraging a new awareness and understanding about farm animals, has announced that they will honor Carol Leifer, Tracye McQuirter and Kristi Funk, M.D. at the 2018 “Farm Sanctuary On the Hudson” Gala on Thursday, October 4th.
The evening hosted by actress Bellamy Young, will take place at Pier Sixty in New York City, and will feature a special performance by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, Colbie Caillat.
Author, award-winning producer, actress and stand-up comedian Carol Leifer will be presented with the Animal Advocate Award for her courageous stand against animal cruelty and her commitment to being an animal advocate and vegan.
Tracye McQuirter, Mph, considered to be one of the most influential vegans in the country, will be presented with the Compassionate Vegan Living Award for her dedication to changing the way America eats,...
The evening hosted by actress Bellamy Young, will take place at Pier Sixty in New York City, and will feature a special performance by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, Colbie Caillat.
Author, award-winning producer, actress and stand-up comedian Carol Leifer will be presented with the Animal Advocate Award for her courageous stand against animal cruelty and her commitment to being an animal advocate and vegan.
Tracye McQuirter, Mph, considered to be one of the most influential vegans in the country, will be presented with the Compassionate Vegan Living Award for her dedication to changing the way America eats,...
- 9/13/2018
- Look to the Stars
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