Alluring actor in a string of glossy Hollywood movies in the 1950s
The seductive brunette Elaine Stewart, who has died aged 81, may have lacked that ineffable essence that makes up star quality, but she had enough allure to attract attention in several glossy Hollywood movies in the 1950s, both in leading parts and noteworthy supporting roles. Among the best of the latter were her brief though memorable appearances in two films directed by Vincente Minnelli.
She was both bad and beautiful in The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) as Lila, a wannabe film star, hoping to make it by sleeping with Jonathan Shields (Kirk Douglas), the studio head. When told that Shields is a great man, Lila responds, "There are no great men, buster. There's only men." The scene which lingers most in the mind is when Georgia Lorrison (Lana Turner), who has just triumphed in a Shields movie, leaves a...
The seductive brunette Elaine Stewart, who has died aged 81, may have lacked that ineffable essence that makes up star quality, but she had enough allure to attract attention in several glossy Hollywood movies in the 1950s, both in leading parts and noteworthy supporting roles. Among the best of the latter were her brief though memorable appearances in two films directed by Vincente Minnelli.
She was both bad and beautiful in The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) as Lila, a wannabe film star, hoping to make it by sleeping with Jonathan Shields (Kirk Douglas), the studio head. When told that Shields is a great man, Lila responds, "There are no great men, buster. There's only men." The scene which lingers most in the mind is when Georgia Lorrison (Lana Turner), who has just triumphed in a Shields movie, leaves a...
- 7/8/2011
- by Ronald Bergan
- The Guardian - Film News
Los Angeles — Elaine Stewart, a leading lady in a series of films in the 1950s, including "Brigadoon," and star of the 1970s game shows "Gambit" and "High Rollers," has died. She was 81.
Her agent Fred Wostbrock told the Los Angeles Times that Stewart died Monday at her home in Beverly Hills after a long illness.
Stewart was born Elsy Steinberg. Her first starring role came in the 1953 crime drama "Code Two." She also appeared in the films "The Adventures of Hajji Baba," "The Tattered Dress" and "Night Passage."
In the 1960s, she was in several TV shows including "Bat Masterson," "Burke's Law" and "Perry Mason."
Stewart is survived by her husband, the game show producer Merrill Heatter, and two children.
Her agent Fred Wostbrock told the Los Angeles Times that Stewart died Monday at her home in Beverly Hills after a long illness.
Stewart was born Elsy Steinberg. Her first starring role came in the 1953 crime drama "Code Two." She also appeared in the films "The Adventures of Hajji Baba," "The Tattered Dress" and "Night Passage."
In the 1960s, she was in several TV shows including "Bat Masterson," "Burke's Law" and "Perry Mason."
Stewart is survived by her husband, the game show producer Merrill Heatter, and two children.
- 6/28/2011
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Screen siren Elaine Stewart has died at the age of 81.
The 1950s pin-up-turned-tv show hostess passed away at her home in Beverly Hills on Monday following a long battle with ill health.
Originally a model, Stewart went on to star opposite Gene Kelly in Brigadoon in 1954, as well as enjoying a role as a sexy princess in The Adventures of Hajji Baba.
She appeared in 18 films in total during the 1950s, before marrying game show creator Merrill Heatter and retiring. She returned to the spotlight in the 1970s when she became a hostess on U.S. programme Gambit, before swapping for a turn on late night game show High Rollers.
She is survived by Heatter and their two children, Stewart and Gabrielle.
The 1950s pin-up-turned-tv show hostess passed away at her home in Beverly Hills on Monday following a long battle with ill health.
Originally a model, Stewart went on to star opposite Gene Kelly in Brigadoon in 1954, as well as enjoying a role as a sexy princess in The Adventures of Hajji Baba.
She appeared in 18 films in total during the 1950s, before marrying game show creator Merrill Heatter and retiring. She returned to the spotlight in the 1970s when she became a hostess on U.S. programme Gambit, before swapping for a turn on late night game show High Rollers.
She is survived by Heatter and their two children, Stewart and Gabrielle.
- 6/28/2011
- WENN
"Catch 21" will be hitting the airwaves for a second season. Gsn has renewed the show, which will premiere the new season on April 6.
The new season will feature an updated, new set and will add an extra "power chip" for the jackpot round. The show has been ordered for an additional 65 episodes of the series.
"Catch 21" is hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro, known for his role as Carlton Banks on "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" starring alongside Will Smith. It also features actress Mikki Padilla as the card dealer. The first season of the show premiered on July 21, 2008.
The show was created by Merrill Heatter and is similar to "Gambit," another game show created by Heatter in 1970.
The new season will feature an updated, new set and will add an extra "power chip" for the jackpot round. The show has been ordered for an additional 65 episodes of the series.
"Catch 21" is hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro, known for his role as Carlton Banks on "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" starring alongside Will Smith. It also features actress Mikki Padilla as the card dealer. The first season of the show premiered on July 21, 2008.
The show was created by Merrill Heatter and is similar to "Gambit," another game show created by Heatter in 1970.
- 2/19/2009
- icelebz.com
Gsn has renewed the game show "Catch 21" for a second season to premiere Apr. 6.
The cable network has ordered 65 episodes of the series featuring host Alfonso Ribeiro quizzing contestants as they compete to win playing cards in pursuit of a $25,000 jackpot.
In its second cycle, "Catch 21," created/exec produced by Merrill Heatter and exec produced by Scott Sternberg, will feature a new look as well as the addition of an extra "power chip" in the jackpot round.
The cable network has ordered 65 episodes of the series featuring host Alfonso Ribeiro quizzing contestants as they compete to win playing cards in pursuit of a $25,000 jackpot.
In its second cycle, "Catch 21," created/exec produced by Merrill Heatter and exec produced by Scott Sternberg, will feature a new look as well as the addition of an extra "power chip" in the jackpot round.
- 2/18/2009
- by By Nellie Andreeva
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Gsn is ready to play "Catch 21." The cable network has ordered 40 episodes of a game show hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro to premiere July 21.
The series, executive produced by creator Merrill Heatter and Scott Sternberg, blends pop trivia with the card game 21. Ribeiro will quiz contestants as they compete to win playing cards and try to build the closest hand to 21 for a cash prize.
An online game, created by WorldWinner, also is available at Gsn.com.
The series, executive produced by creator Merrill Heatter and Scott Sternberg, blends pop trivia with the card game 21. Ribeiro will quiz contestants as they compete to win playing cards and try to build the closest hand to 21 for a cash prize.
An online game, created by WorldWinner, also is available at Gsn.com.
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