(rerun 15Aug71 WOR-9 New York 9pm Sun) Barbara sings, "That Loving Feeling" and "Graduate" medley. Della Reese sings, "Proud Mary" The Rascals perform, "People Got to Be Free" Bobby sings, "Just Can't Help Believin'". Guests Next, Miss McNair said, I would sign a loan note (to one of the Caribbean companies associated with Margolis) for the deposit amount Mr. Margolis informed me, in order to bring the money back into the country it had to be in the form of a loan.. As est was getting off the ground, a poker pal named Jack Rafferty, ex-husband of Barbara McNair, told Werner he needed someone to handle his finances and recommended Harry Margolis, the. [15] The Barbara McNair Show Ethel Waters sings, "Partners with God" The client, I would learn a few weeks into the case, was Werner Erhard himself. Musical Highlights: Can't Stop Loving You". The Righteous Brothers, Gordie Tapp, Carlos Montoya McNair's career spanned over five decades . But Fay Stender never did betray George Jackson; in fact, she had been devoted to him. McNair is the cousin of musician Curtis Knight. She was also spotted in a couple of obscure films in the 80s and 90s. singer-actor James Darren ########### The Barbara McNair Show ########## Release Dates She Jenna Morasca was born on February 15, 1981 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. Dakota & Moe perform, "He's Funny That Way" (rerun 25Jul71, WOR-9 New York 9pm) 08Mar1970 (rerun 09Aug70)(15Feb70, NYC WNEW-5) Described by the New York Times as "a gorgeous looking woman with a warm, easy, communicative personality and a voice that can range from softly intense ballads to the edges of gospel", Barbara soon became a popular headliner and a guest on such television variety shows as The Steve Allen Show, Hullabaloo, The Bell Telephone Hour, and The Hollywood Palace. 2.29 [54] The Barbara McNair Show She was 72. medley: "Heartbreak Hotel," "Love Me Tender" & "Clean She has been married to Scott Erickson since February 3, 2004. actor Brock Peters sings "Hello, Young Lovers" 03Jan1971 Barbara sings "Hang On, Sloopy" and "King of the Road." guests comic duo Dick Clair and Jenna McMahon About four weeks later, Bompensiero was bumped off while he stood in a phone booth in San Diego. The Irish Rovers The Dillards perform "Rainmaker". [citation needed] McNair and Manzie remained married until his murder in December 1976. Guests Provocative and ever the temptress in her prime, the dark-maned, gorgeous Lana Wood was born Svetlana Gurdin on March 1, 1946, in Santa Monica, California, to Nick Gurdin (ne Nikolai Zacharenko) and Maria Gurdin (known by countless aliases, usually Mary Zudilova), migrs of Ukrainian and Russian Marisa Berenson was born on February 15, 1947 in New York City, New York, USA. The Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime's history and impact on American society. B.B. comedian Soupy Sales comic Stanley Myron Handelman 11:45pm) *NOTE: Aired 20Sep69 in NYC. She is an actress, known for The Godfather (1972), Young Lucrezia (1974) and The Godfather Saga (1977). Episodes that deals with body image/eating disorders, Movies that deal with body images/eating disorders, Celebrities who posed nude for Playboy magazine. ############################################## (04Apr71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. Alice in Wonderland: An X-Rated Musical Fantasy, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, Saving America's Horses: A Nation Betrayed. Mahalia Jackson sings, "Precious Lord" and "Down by the Riverside" Barbara McNair sings, "Don't Rain On My Parade" 2.01 [26] The Barbara McNair Show the singing Inner Dialogue Hank Thompson, 11:30pm) (1968) opposite Raymond St. Jacques. Professor Irwin Corey [01] The Barbara McNair Show Barbara and Freda sing, "Do You Know the Way to San Jose?" Harry Margoliss tax avoidance scheme was first exposed in open court by an Oakland-based attorney named Fay Stender. Barbara sings "Softly, as I Leave You." (15Jan71 Worchester, WSMV-27, Fri. 7:30pm) She is an actress, known for Cabaret (1972), Barry Lyndon (1975) and Cinman (2009). McNairs brother Horace called Las Vegas police on December 15, 1976, after discovering the 36-year-old Manzies half-nude body in the dressing area of the 20-room house that Barbara and Manzie bought shortly after their marriage in 1972. guests Catherine McKinnon She is an actress, known for Moonraker (1979), The Story of O (1975) and Yor: The Hunter from the Future (1983). Isabelle Pasco was born on April 25, 1966 in Perpignan, Pyrnes-Orientales, France. The Edwin Hawkins Singers sing, "Blowin' in the Wind" The Dillards perform "Rainmaker". Perhaps a Comic Sandy Baron Suddenly her voice rose and she spoke rapidly, with a touch of bitterness, about the day in 1970 when, at the request of her late husband, Rick Manzie, she asked Margolis for an accounting of her net worth, which she herself estimated at $500,000. Executive producers Murray Chercover, Burt Rose, David Winters Billy Daniels sings "Black Magic" & "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Barbara & Julie duet on "Get Together" McNair starred in her own 1969 television variety series The Barbara McNair Show, becoming one of the first black women to host her own musical variety show. She began receiving invites on the TV variety circuit ('Ed Sullivan's "Toast of the Town," "The Dean Martin Show" and "The Tonight Show") and made it to Broadway with the musicals "The Body Beautiful" (1958) and "No Strings" (1962), replacing original star Diahann Carroll in the latter. Werner came from Philadelphia; his original name was Jack Rosenberg. [09] The Barbara McNair Show McNair's professional career began in music during the late 1950s, singing in the nightclub circuit. O.C. During her freshman year of high school, Kristine auditioned for and won the part of Marta in the musical The Sound Of Music. Est was poised to peddle self-realization to the masses. 2.26 [51] The Barbara McNair Show Isela Vega was born in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico on November 5, 1939. She had two siblings, Actress and singer Lainie Kazan first made her mark with her Broadway debut in 1961 with the musical The Happiest Girl in the World. Tobi Lark . prop master David Jaquest singer Steve Rossi . She is an actress, known for End Game (2009), Hack! 17Oct1970 Kenny Rogers and the First Edition perform, "Reuben James" and "Ruby, Her parents' marriage ended when she was four years old and Tippi brought Melanie to Los Angeles to get a new start. associate director Patricia Berlly Stender revealed that on Nov. 1, 1973, at a paper-signing ceremony at the Margolis office in Saratoga, the Barb was sold to a Panamanian company, Presentaciones Musicales, S.A. for $250,000. [06] The Barbara McNair Show 08Nov1970 Chicago WGN-9) She was the Playmate of the Month Karen Philipp was the sexy blond singer of Brasil '66, having joined the group after graduating from Redlands University in 1967. Ian and Sylvia sing, "Shinbone Alley" Barbara & O.C. guests She used her scholarship prize money to study acting at HB Studios and photography at the New School. Gloria Loring, "The Dove" He had been an intermittently successful salesman. The singer showed initial promise as a sexy lead alongside Raymond St. Jacques in the gritty crime drama If He Hollers, Let Him Go! - Sponsors Highlights: Pirates II: Stagnetti's Revenge. Songs: "If Only We Have Love" in my TV Guide) Est was a subsidiary of the Saratoga Restaurant Equipment Co., which these ladies also owned. Beautiful California-born Angel Tompkins started her career out as a Chicago-area model before attempting an on-camera career in the late 60s. Lou Rawls sings "A Whole Lot of Sunshine" Lynn Kellogg sings, "If We Only Had Love" (listed as author Jacqueline Susann Margoliss office in Saratoga has been described as 20 girls at 20 desks moving paper around to each other, and every one represents a different company in a different country, and there are so many transactions that the government cant possibly keep track of them. The girls were mainly middle-aged women whom Harry could trust. (14Mar71 Chicago WGN-9) Josh White Jr. And All perform "United We Stand" Spilotro was an Outfit member sent to Las Vegas to oversee the crime groups interests here in the early 1970s. Professor Irwin Corey Barbara Jean McNair (March 4, 1934 - February 4, 2007) was an American singer and theater, television and film actress. Barbara sings "Easy to Be Hard" and "Just a Little Lovin' ". She has been married to Ken Wahl since September 17, 1997. B.B. singer Dakota Staton Bossa Rio perform, "Day by Day". fashion co-ordination Joan Sutton King, Ethel Waters, Debbie Reynolds, Lionel Hampton, and The Irish Rovers. Barbara sings "Softly, as I Leave You." (22Nov70 (KTLA-5, Los Angeles, Sun. Hanna Ahroni sings, "I'll Do It Again" and "I've Grown Accustomed to His Face". The Kim Sisters perform, "Charlie Brown" Guests By 1975 est was phenomenally successful but Margolis was facing indictment. Barbara sings "Son of a Preacher Man" & "Gypsy" medley Barbara Jean McNair (March 4, 1934 - February 4, 2007) was an American singer and theater, television and film actress. and Tranquility Base. Popular African-American vocalist and entertainer Barbara McNair dazzled audiences with her singing prowess and exceptional beauty for well over four decades until her death on February 4, 2007 of throat cancer in Los Angeles. Then, in July 1974, two of Manzies alleged Outfit friends, reputed loan shark Sam Marcello and Joseph Grisafe, a hulking 6-foot 6-inch enforcer, were killed and their bodies found stuffed in 55-gallon drums in northwest Chicago. 14Sep1969 (rerun 29Mar70) John Gary performs, "The Straight Life," "If You Go Away". Musical Highlights: She then donned a nun's habit alongside Mary Tyler Moore for Change of Habit (1969), Elvis Presley's last feature film. Musical Highlights: The satirical Ace Trucking Company the singing Big Foot "California Lights") (rerun 05Sep71, WTEV-6) Vanda King Actress | Barbara McNair singing "Nothing Can Stop Me Now", Last edited on 25 December 2022, at 01:47, Learn how and when to remove this template message, The Golden Age of American Musical Theatre: 1943-1965, By Corinne J. Naden, Resting Places: The Burial Sites of More Than 14,000 Famous Persons, 3d ed., By Scott Wilson, "Cute Wisconsin Thrush Big Hit in Europe, South America", "Barbara McNair, 72, a Singer, Actress and Host of a TV Show, Dies ", Classmates, 1952 Washington Park High School, Racine, WI, Yearbook, The Titans By Marv Goldberg, based on an interview with Larry Greene, "What Dope Arrest Is Doing to Career of Barbara McNair", "Barbara McNair Cleared in Drug Rap; Husband Held", "Reputed Chicago crime figure Anthony Spilotro wanted two hit", "Singer Barbara McNair Files for Bankruptcy", "Obituary Celebrity Barbara McNair dies at 72", The Official Barbara McNair website created by her nephew John Thomas, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Barbara_McNair&oldid=1129384481, This page was last edited on 25 December 2022, at 01:47. with Sidney Poitier and Change of Habit opposite Elvis Presley. talent co-ordinator Sheldon Schultz McNair died from throat cancer on February 4, 2007, at age 72. 23Nov1969 The Singing Big Foot does a "Hair" medley with Barbara. She is a producer, known for Your Mommy Kills Animals! After graduation she began doing TV commercials, including one for the "Hooters" restaurant chain. 2.18 [43] The Barbara McNair Show Melanie Griffith was born on August 9, 1957 in New York City, to then model/future actress Tippi Hedren and former child actor turned advertising executive Peter Griffith. The obits duly noted that Ms McNair sang in cabarets and on Broadway and various TV shows (she hosted her own show, briefly) and acted in movies, including If He Hollers, Let Him Go (1968) and They Call Me MISTER Tibbs (1970). Barbara & Rudy sing, "Homeward Bound" Gov. (14Feb71 Chicago WGN-9)(back to 9:00pm) Morris Donaldson ( Inrie and Donaldson) Lou sings, "With Your Love" Barbara McNair has been married five times. As a child she was enrolled in dancing classes to develop her physique. Barbara sings, "Once in a Lifetime" (2007) and Saving America's Horses: A Nation Betrayed (2012). "Barbara McNair was an excellent singer and musician with whom I could tell Dean [Martin] was very comfortable [with]. Pamela Tiffin Produced & Directed by Jorn Winther google_ad_slot = "3735484596"; comics Patchett and Tarses moment in your life, or in world events - and or has left a vivid memory of when McNair was married four times: to Jack Rafferty from 1963 until 1971, Rick Manzie in August 1972 until his murder in December 1976, Ben Strahan from 1979 to 1986 and Charles Blecka from 1992 until her 2007 death. Peter Nero performs "Hair" medley Guests Internet Movie Database (https://us.imdb.com) singer Tony Bennett TV personality Monty Hall 25Apr1971 16Nov1969 (rerun 10May70) Jose Greco In August 1972, she married Rick Manzie, whom she had met in 1965 during a separation period from Rafferty (McNair remained married to Rafferty as he helped co-produce The Barbara McNair Show along with Rick Manzie who lived with Barbara in their Las Vegas home at 4265 South Bruce Street). May Go" A warm, inviting presence, she pioneered her own syndicated musical TV show The Barbara McNair Show (1969), a rarity at the time for a black entertainer, and guested on all the popular TV programs of the day including "Mission: Impossible," "Hogan's Heroes" and "I Spy. Josh White Jr. sings "Goin' Out of My Head" Barbara sings "Alfie". Hollywood reporter Rona Barrett You have to admit that this wild child, who has now come into her Dayle was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. LOS ANGELES (AP) - Barbara McNair, the pioneering black singer-actress who hosted her own TV variety show and starred with Sidney Poitier in the early 1970s, has died. Soupy Sales Founder Max Scherr had given the Barb away, ostensibly, in 1973 and arranged for an annuity of $2,000/month for life from a non-profit called the Wright Trust that funded prisoners rights projects. To my surprise he said that if and when I didnt want to work for a given client, he would assign the case to someone else in the office. | [10] The Barbara McNair Show She has been married to Cooper Tanquil Lisa Collins was born on July 10, 1962 in Roanoke, Virginia, USA. Singer Ed Evanko (21Mar71 Chicago WGN-9) guests Guests Who killed Rick Manzie, husband of popular singer and actress Barbara McNair, in the couples Las Vegas home 39 years ago this week? 28Dec1969 (possibly postponed from 21Dec69) She is married to Tchky Karyo. The Barb was worth between $500,000 and $1 million, an unbiased accountant testified, thanks to the lucrative massage/prostitution ads. THE BARBARA MCNAIR SHOW She began working as a juvenile actress at the age of 3 and was eventually 'discovered' while working as a bird trainer at Busch Gardens. Funny Girl. Lou Rawls comedian Dick Shawn She caught the attention of the movie-going public with her much-publicized nude sequences in the gritty crime drama If He Hollers, Let Him Go! 31Oct1970 Comedian Marty Allen Japan's Daikagura Troupe (jugglers and dancers). guests (4 episodes, 1969-1971) Series Writing Credits Alex Barris . Barbara McNair sings "Don't Rain on My Parade," and technical facilities CFTO Toronto Both McNair and Manzie were originally from Chicago. Her father, a British Royal Air Force pilot, was killed in WWII. Guests His passion was high-stakes poker. She is an actress, known for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010). Guests 30 min ? 4:00pm) 2.25 [50] The Barbara McNair Show PMSA immediately sold the physical assets of the Barb to Artesia Convalescent Hospital Enterprises (ACHE), which thereafter changed its name to International News Keyus, Inc. (INK, Inc.) The Barbs intangible assets, such as the name and publishing rights were sold to EST International, a company based in Tortola, the British Virgin Islands. O.C. (21Feb71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. King sings, "The Thrill Is Gone" All of her music, including some never before heard music by Barbara will be released for sale on her official site to purchase. At the time, Barbara McNair was a famous singer and actress. (29Nov70 Chicago WGN-9) 15Feb1970 (rerun 12Sep70) confirmed But while McNair was a celebrity and household name, Manzies reputation was suspect. Ed McMahon Sonny & Cher 19Oct1969 (rerun 25Jul70) "Gentle on My Mind". (03Jan71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. Barbara did sing a faster version which you are listening to now. By the 1970s, McNair gradually changed over to acting in films and television; she played Sidney Poitier's wife in They Call Me Mister Tibbs! [13] The Barbara McNair Show You are currently not logged in as a member of MyHeritage. No one was ever arrested for the slaying. She is an actress, known for Innerspace (1987), The Fearless Vampire Killers (1967) and The Fury (1978). Jack Carter comic Bob Blasser The Kim Sisters perform, "Charlie Brown" Barbara contributes "I Know a Place." March 20, 1971 (Worchester, WSMV-27, Sat. Harpers Bizarre perform, "Feelin' Groovy" and "Knock on Wood" music co-ordinator Nita Bus Up Your Back Yard" Winters-Rosen television production 2.14 [39] The Barbara McNair Show Millions of dollars were at stake. Tell us what you think about this feature. 11:30pm) The family moved to Harlem in New York when she was six years old. 2.20 [45] The Barbara McNair Show guests Email blog@themobmuseum.org. 2.30 [55] The Barbara McNair Show The Cowsills 2.24 [49] The Barbara McNair Show 09Nov1969 (rerun 03May70) I loved Barbara because she was such a fast learner and knew how to maintain eye contact with Dean and not waste time glued to the cue cards. Guests Have you any old videos, or tv guides? singer Carolyn Daye [6] McNair performed all across the world, touring with Nat King Cole and later appearing in his Broadway stage shows I'm with You and The Merry World of Nat King Cole in the early 1960s.[7]. As est was getting off the ground, a poker pal named Jack Rafferty, ex-husband of Barbara McNair, told Werner he needed someone to handle his finances and recommended Harry Margolis, the tax specialist who had done so well by Barbara and other celebrity clients, including Nat King Cole and Dalton Trumbo. (19Feb71, Worchester, WSMV-27, Fri. 7:30pm) When we think of the term "worse for wear", somehow provocative images of 39-26-37 Edwina Beth Williams (better known as Edy Williams) and her outrageous apparel at film festivals and award shows instantly stand out in one's mind. King Marty Allen Barbara sings, "Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head" (11Apr71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. 2.23 [48] The Barbara McNair Show Mary Charlotte Wilcox was born on October 29, 1947 in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. production assistant Joan Chilcott Jaye P. Morgan sings, "The Love of a Gentle Man" Sun 9pm) Doug McClure Freda Payne sings, "Band of Gold" & "The Time Has Come to Say Goodbye" Fay Stender charged that PMSA and all the other companies involved in the transaction were controlled by Margolis. 11:30pm) Barbara & Julie sing, "Teach Your Children" She graduated from Hollywood High School and subsequently attended the Falcon Studio's University of the Arts in Hollywood. ################## the end ################# Julie Budd The Barbara McNair Show (1969-71) Vicki Lawrence remain intact. 28Mar1971 ########### The Barbara McNair Show ########## Her mother was arrested, and Vera and her sisters spent the rest of the war in Gestapo camps. 05Oct1969 All original author and copyright information must Marilyn Chambers was born on April 22, 1952 in Providence, Rhode Island, USA. 11:30pm) [25] The Barbara McNair Show Sandra O'Neill then sings the bluesy song "The Music That Makes Me Dance" from 15Nov1970 make-up Carol Davidson & Pat Burrows The show, which was produced in Canada by CTV (at CFTO, Toronto), lasted three seasons in first-run syndication in the United States until 1972. Barbara sings "The Man That Got Away" and "Over the Rainbow." James Darren sings "For Once in My Life". Her first big break came with a week-long gig on Arthur Godfrey's talent show, which led to bookings at The Purple Onion, The Persian Room and L.A.'s Cocoanut Grove. [23] The Barbara McNair Show (8Jan1971, Worchester, WSMV-27, Fri. 7:30pm) - When Barbara McNair died in February, not a single obituary mentioned her role in bringing down the lawyer who effectively owned Erhard Seminar Training (est) and the pitchman himself, Werner Erhard. Beyond the Valley of the Dolls. sings, "Wichita Lineman" & "Don't Let Me Lose This Dream" She was previously married to Travis Barker. [03] The Barbara McNair Show She moved to New York to model and attend college, but became so successful in her modeling career that college soon took a back seat. Her last marriage was to Charles Blecka in 2006, to whom she was married at the time of her death. Art Linkletter Lindeland moved a second time to Los Angeles, California in 1969. And who did his friend, fellow Chicago Outfit associate Tony Spilotro, suspect committed the gangland-style hit? They have one child. Edward Bear performs, "You, Me and Mexico". Sunday's Child perform, "Friendship Train" She died on October 13, 1993 in Santa Monica, California, USA. A jazz stylist influenced by the great Sarah Vaughan at first, she gently eased into popular music. (18Apr71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. She was . Id written a free-lance piece about him for a magazine called Crawdaddy and he said he liked the way I did research. video tape editor Keith Robinson Full Name Barbara McNair Died February 4, 2007, Los Angeles, California, United States Height 1.6 m Profession Actor, Singer Education American Conservatory of Music, University of California, Los Angeles Nationality American Spouse Charles Blecka, Ben Strahan, Rick Manzie, Jack Rafferty Parents Claudie McNair, Horace McNair comic Jackie Kahane She made an assured (major) film debut as the seductive blonde who comes between husband and wife Elliott Gould and Brenda Vaccaro in the comedy I Love My Dominique Sanda was born in 1951, in Paris, France. Poor folks, for better or worse, had to go to the police. He said he had never been asked.. singer-actor Frankie Avalon Guitarist Carlos Montoya Barbara McNair sings "I Feel and Song Comin' On," "Son of a Preacher Man," "I McNair's career spanned over five decades appearing in television, film and stage. She is an actress and writer, known for Liquid Sky (1982), Crocodile Dundee (1986) and Desperately Seeking Susan (1985). She was an actress, known for Texas Across the River (1966), Man, Pride & Vengeance (1967) and Satyricon (1969). She was Music (Singer) by profession. (28Mar71 Chicago WGN-9) 30Nov1969 (rerun 31May70) singer Carolyn Daye guests Add or change photo on IMDbPro Add to list More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Known for The Barbara McNair Show 7.9 TV Series Producer 1970-1971 2 eps Credits IMDbPro Producer Previous 1 The Barbara McNair Show associate producer TV Series 1970-1971 2 episodes Contribute to this page 04Apr71 She sang in her church choir and was encouraged by her parents to pursue voice. Barbara sings "Cabaret." FRED GARDNER edits OShaughnessys, the Journal of Cannabis in Clinical Practice (soon to have a presence on the web). (3 episodes, 1969-1970) Series Cast complete, awaiting verification Series Produced by Series Production Design by Jack McAdam . The packagecontained a half ounce of heroin. (25Jul71 New Bedford, WTEV-6, Sun. Highlights: lighting director Barney Stewart [24] The Barbara McNair Show Bobby Vee McNair stated she had no knowledge of the contents of the package or who sent it. 13Dec1970 Inequality is Weakening Social Security. (01Nov70 WOR-9 NYC) Barbara & Lionel perform, "Midnight Sun" O.C.