Pavarotti bows out of Chicago Luisa Miller role
Luciano Pavarotti withdraws from the role of Rodolfo in Verdi’s Luisa Miller at the Civic Opera House due to serious family problems. Ardis Krainik says he phoned from Modena to explain he cannot travel to Chicago for the December 1 opening. A replacement for the lead will be announced soon.
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Ex-wives attend show as Harris opens Camelot in London
Richard Harris faced distraction from Ann Turkel and Elizabeth Harris in the London Camelot opening. Turkel, recently divorced from Harris, and Elizabeth Harris, ex-wife of Rex Harrison and wife of Peter Aitken, attended. Turkel hinted at possible reconciliation, while Harris quipped the divorce was a 32-episode soap opera.
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Marilu Henner Urges Taxi Cast to Ride NYC Cabs
Marilu Henner of Taxi suggests cast members visit New York to ride cabs for on the job training. She notes cab drivers must be fearless in the city and emphasizes authentic cabbie experience despite the show filming in Hollywood.
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Hee Haw minister Grady Nutt dies in plane crash
Grady Nutt Baptist preacher and longtime Hee Haw star is killed in a Beechcraft Baron crash near a community airport. Investigators probe wreckage while colleagues like Minnie Pearl and Archie Campbell mourn the loss of the 47 year old humorist ordained at 13 and known for gentle religious satire.
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