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Ask Mr. Know-It-All By Gary Lee Clothier
http://www.JewishWorldReview.com |
Q: I am a big fan of the TV series "Criminal Minds," and especially of Thomas Gibson, who plays Hotch. How old is he, and is he married? I do not remember seeing him in any other role. -- E.M.W., York, Pa.
A: Thomas Gibson was born in 1962. He currently plays supervisory Special Agent Aaron "Hotch" Hotchner, the unit chief of the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU), in the popular CBS drama "Criminal Minds." He is also known for his roles as Dr. Daniel Nyland in the medical drama series "Chicago Hope" and as Greg Montgomery in the comedy series "Dharma & Greg."
Gibson began his acting career at age 9 in children's theater. He is an avid golfer and participates in various golfing events. He has been married since 1993 and has three children. He and his family live in San Antonio.
Q: I would like the lyrics to "F Troop." -- T.R.B., Peoria, Ill.
A: That would take up half my column, and I don't want to do that. Since you don't have a computer, ask a friend to search the Internet for "F Troop lyrics." Most public libraries have computers for use.
OK, I'll give you a few lines from the theme song of the 1960s TV sitcom: Q: Many years ago, there was a movie starring Andy Rooney in which he does the jitterbug with a girl who is much taller than he is. Is this enough information for you to tell me the name of the film? Is it available on DVD? -- T.R., Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.
A: The movie is "Love Laughs at Andy Hardy" (1946). Mickey Rooney (as Andy Hardy) is on a blind date with Dorothy Ford, who stands 6 feet 2 inches, compared with Rooney's height of barely over 5 feet. The dance scene is hysterical, as are the exchanged looks between his parents, who believe this is the girl their son wants to marry. The movie is available on DVD.
Q: My favorite show on TV is "Antiques Roadshow." What is the title of the theme song? -- J.L., St. Cloud, Minn.
A: According to PBS, the original theme music for the show was composed by Tom Phillips and is published by WGBH-Great Blue Hills Music. The title of the song is "Antiques Roadshow Theme."
Q: Could you please provide some information about the gentleman who does the Lincoln MKZ television commercials? -- D.M.W., Illinois
A: If we are watching the same commercial, it's John M. Slattery Jr., an American actor and director who is probably best known for his role as Roger Sterling on AMC's series "Mad Men." He has been nominated for many awards and has won two SAG Awards with the "Mad Men" ensemble.
Q: My friends and I would like to know a bit more about actor Lee Horsley. -- A.E., Reading, Pa.
A: Lee Horsley was born in 1955 in Muleshoe, Texas. His rugged, handsome looks made him a favorite in the TV adventure "Matt Houston" (1982-85). He has a musical theater background, having toured in such musicals as "West Side Story" and "Oklahoma!" while on his way to Hollywood. He has more than two dozen movies and TV series to his credit. He's an expert horseman and all-round outdoorsman. He married Stephanie Downer on Christmas Day 1980, and they have two children.
Q: I am wondering if you can tell me where the phrase "swan song" originated? -- G.R.L., Roseburg, Ore.
A: "Swan song" is a reference to a final performance, usually given just before retirement. The phrase is a reference to the mute swan. In ancient times, it was believed that these swans remained completely silent during their lifetime until just before death, when they would sing one beautiful song.
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