Strong Support: Recent Episodes
Joseph Barcia
Dreamlander Mink Stole shines in a supporting role in John Waters' 1994 film "Serial Mom." Stole's character, Dottie Hinkle, is integral to the film's structure and one of the film's most grounded and memorable performances.
Sharon Tate plays Jennifer North in 1967's "Valley of the Dolls," an adaptation of Jacqueline Susann's 1966 novel and remembered as a camp classic. Tate was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance, and her screen time in the movie is notable given Tate's 1969 murder at the hands of the Manson Family.
Mag Wildwood is an important character in the 1958 novella "Breakfast at Tiffany's," and a splashy supporting character in the 1961 film adaptation. Dorothy Whitney portrayed Mag on film, and author Truman Capote is responsible for her depth and journey in the novel.
Barbra Streisand's Emmy-nominated 1963 appearance on "The Judy Garland Show" leaves an amazing time capsule to look back on and appreciate two great performers at specifically crucial times in their careers. Streisand's great rise was just beginning.
Gloria Upson makes a Transatlantic-accented splash in 1958's "Auntie Mame" thanks to Joanna Barnes' wonderful comedic performance. Barnes was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 1959 for her contribution as one of the classic film's most memorable yet least likeable characters. Thanks to Gloria Epson, Mame Dennis Burnside drives home the lesson of her spirited, open-minded approach to life.
Karen Richards moves a lot of plot in 1950's "All About Eve." Celeste Holm was nominated for an Academy Award in 1951 for her role in the film, consistently listed as among the best films of all time.
Lou Grant, the epitome of a strong supporting character, is the focus of this installment of "Strong Support." We explore Ed Asner's beloved character primarily on the groundbreaking "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," and follow along into the spinoff drama "Lou Grant."