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[05/16/19 - 08:26 AM] ABC News Presents a Two-Hour Prime-Time Special on America's Golden Girl Farrah Fawcett on Thursday, May 23 "This is Farrah Fawcett" premieres Thursday, May 23 at 8:00/7:00c on the Alphabet. |
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ABC NEWS PRESENTS A TWO-HOUR PRIME-TIME SPECIAL ON AMERICA'S GOLDEN GIRL FARRAH FAWCETT, WHO CAPTIVATED THE NATION WITH HER EVERY MOVE
Features Rare Footage From Intimate Video Diaries of Fawcett's Fight Against Cancer
Includes New Interviews With Those Who Knew Fawcett Best on Her Life,
Career and Lasting Legacy
'This is Farrah Fawcett' Airs Thursday, May 23 (8:00 - 10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC
ABC News presents a two-hour prime-time special on America's golden girl Farrah Fawcett. From that iconic red bathing suit poster to her role in the hit show "Charlie's Angels," Fawcett took the 1970s by storm and captivated the nation with her every move. But in 2006, Fawcett was confronted with her biggest challenge when she was diagnosed with cancer and began an aggressive fight for her life. Now, almost 10 years after her passing, ABC News reports on her life, career, fame and lasting legacy, told through new interviews with those who knew her best, and rare footage from the intimate video diaries of her fight against cancer. "This is Farrah Fawcett" airs THURSDAY, MAY 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
The two-hour documentary features new interviews with actress Jaclyn Smith, Fawcett's co-star on "Charlie's Angels"; Alana Stewart, Fawcett's close friend who helped record her cancer battle for the two-hour documentary "Farrah's Story"; Bruce McBroom, the Hollywood photographer who shot Fawcett's iconic swimsuit poster; Mela Murphy, Fawcett's confidante and hairstylist; Dr. Lawrence Piro, Fawcett's primary physician; and Dr. Ursula Jacob, Fawcett's physician in Germany who used alternative treatments for her cancer. The documentary also includes Barbara Walters' landmark interviews with Fawcett and Ryan O'Neal, Fawcett's partner at the time of her death.
After attending the University of Texas, Fawcett moved to Los Angeles and began her professional career. Fawcett first appeared in television commercials but quickly began starring in TV shows and then movies. Fawcett continuously sought out projects she found challenging and worthwhile, including her groundbreaking roles in the films "The Burning Bed" and "Extremities," which both exposed the dark truth of domestic violence and helped shine a light on victims. Fawcett's final project was "Farrah's Story," which documented the harsh realities of cancer treatment. The film aired just weeks before Fawcett passed away at age 62.
The special is produced by ABC News. David Sloan is senior executive producer. Muriel Pearson is executive producer.
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[10/16/25 - 12:58 PM] Lifetime Announces Annual "It's a Wonderful Lifetime" Holiday Movie Slate Kicking Off November 29th Featured talent this year includes Brandy Norwood, Kane & Katelyn Brown, Loretta Devine, Debbi Morgan, Arielle Kebbel, Tyler Hilton, James Lafferty, Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Sy'Rai Smith, Nischelle Turner, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, and others.
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[10/16/25 - 12:31 PM] Video: "The Witcher" Season 4 - Character Trailer - Netflix Scattered to fates unknown, Geralt, Yennefer and Ciri traverse the war-torn Continent and its countless enemies in the hope of finding each other again.
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[10/16/25 - 11:32 AM] A+E Global Media and Rachael Ray's Free Food Studios Cook Up Expanded Programming Partnership with Over 100 New Episodes Ordered The network has ordered 110 new episodes of Ray's programming, including new episodes of "Meals in Minutes," that will continue to focus on her approachable and comforting cooking style.
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[10/16/25 - 11:18 AM] Video: "Don't Date Brandon" - Official Trailer - Paramount+ Brandon seemed like the perfect boyfriend, but when Amber reaches out to his ex-wife Athena, the truth begins to unravel, revealing a disturbing history of lies, restraining orders, and a criminal past.
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[10/16/25 - 11:01 AM] "Pop Culture Jeopardy!," from Sony Pictures Television, Returns for a Second Season on Netflix "We couldn't be more thrilled to be partnering with the exemplary team at Netflix, to bring more episodes to our passionate and loyal viewers," said Suzanne Prete.
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[10/16/25 - 11:00 AM] CBS Unwraps a Festive Holiday Lineup! CBS celebrates the 2025 holiday season with an all-new lineup of joyful holiday programming!
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[10/16/25 - 10:31 AM] Video: "Marines" - Official Trailer - Netflix The coming of age docuseries follows the members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), the US military's "force in readiness" in the Pacific.
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[10/16/25 - 10:02 AM] Video: Tubi Debuts Trailer for New Horror Film "Glamping" a Killer Weekend Getaway Just in Time for Halloween What begins as an influencer's dream cabin getaway with her friends soon unravels into a nightmare when a masked killer crashes the trip.
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[10/16/25 - 10:01 AM] HBO Original Three-Part Documentary Series "Alex vs ARod" Debuts November 6 From the pinnacle of athletic success to the depths of scandal, Alex Rodriguez saw his prolific baseball career marred by a high-profile suspension for performance-enhancing drug use.
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[10/16/25 - 09:22 AM] Video: "Honest Renovations: A Holiday Home Makeover" - Official Trailer - The Roku Channel The latest installment in the franchise premieres Monday, November 10.
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[10/16/25 - 09:02 AM] Apple and NBCUniversal Introduce the Apple TV and Peacock Bundle Customers in the U.S. can save over 30 percent by subscribing to the Apple TV and Peacock Premium bundle for $14.99 per month, or Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus for $19.99 per month, through either app or website.
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[10/16/25 - 09:01 AM] Video: "Squid Game: The Challenge" - Season 2 Official Trailer - Netflix Featuring new, unpredictable challenges and high-stakes games from the hit series, this reality competition brings the "Squid Game" phenomenon to life.
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[10/16/25 - 09:01 AM] Video: "LEGO Disney Frozen: Operation Puffins" - Official Trailer - Available on Disney+ October 24 After the events of "Frozen," Anna and Elsa want to start fresh in Arendelle, and make the castle feel a bit more comfortable.
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[10/16/25 - 08:33 AM] "On Patrol: Live" on Reelz+ Streaming Service Now Available on Apple TV The expanded availability for Reelz+ comes on the heels of the network celebrating its 300th episode of "On Patrol: Live."
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[10/16/25 - 08:31 AM] Anderson Silva Faces Chris Weidman in the Ring for a Historic Trilogy Showdown on Most Valuable Promotions "Jake vs. Tank" on Friday, November 14 from Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Live Globally Only on Netflix "Jake vs. Tank" is the culmination of four years of callouts and a brewing rivalry between Jake "El Gallo de Dorado" Paul and Gervonta "Tank" Davis.
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