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Ireneparalegal · 09-23-2007, 02:14 PM

Publisher Denies 'Brady' Romance Rumors
ABC News
Posted: 2007-09-23 09:47:34

(Sept. 23) - The book publisher for Maureen McCormick, who played Marcia Brady on the 1970s sitcom "The Brady Bunch," is shooting down rumors that she had a lesbian on-set affair with co-star Eve Plumb, who played her younger sister Jan.

The story of the alleged lesbian affair started circulating the Internet Friday, and was picked up by at least one newspaper on Saturday.

The reported source of the story was McCormick herself in her new tell-all book, "Here's the Story," slated to come out next year.

But the book's publisher said, though there are plenty of other revelations in the book, a lesbian affair is not one of them.

"We are verifying that it is not true," said Debbie Styer, senior vice president of group publicity at William Morrow, the book's publisher. "The real story of what happened in [McCormick's] life and behind the scenes of the show will all come out when the book comes out."

It should no longer be a revelation to fans of the show that life behind the scenes was not as wholesome as the scripted half-hour plots.

Barry Williams, who played oldest brother Greg Brady, revealed in his 1992 autobiography, "Growing Up Brady," that he had been romantically involved with both his TV mom Florence Henderson and with McCormick.

But, according to a press release, there is still more dirt to dish.

McCormick describes being put in "dangerous situations" and being "exploited." She also discusses struggles with eating disorders, drug addiction and depression.

"Though I may never completely win this battle," she writes, "I will never lose. & I have arrived, for the moment at least, in a solid and secure place, which is allowing me to visit my past without fear. Writing this book has been such a cathartic experience. I hope it will not only shed light on who I am and how I got here, but more importantly, remind the readers that there truly is a light at the end of any tunnel."

McCormick is 51 years old, married, and living in Southern California.

Mikado · 09-23-2007, 03:13 PM

Wow internet rumours travel fast, dont they?

Ireneparalegal · 09-23-2007, 05:26 PM

Got that right!

Mr. Television · 09-23-2007, 05:30 PM

Okay who started the rumor?

Ireneparalegal · 09-23-2007, 05:33 PM

Brian Damage

comedyfreak · 09-24-2007, 04:58 AM

The only thing I hope she mentions is her time on Celebrity Fit Club. I'd like to know if all the drama surrounding Dustin Diamond was scripted or if he really was a jerk.

catlover79 · 09-24-2007, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Walking Tall

Okay who started the rumor?

I don't know - but I have to say I know some guys who were very excited about this!

Ireneparalegal · 09-24-2007, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by comedyfreak

The only thing I hope she mentions is her time on Celebrity Fit Club. I'd like to know if all the drama surrounding Dustin Diamond was scripted or if he really was a jerk.

I don't think she would have had time to put that info in her book if the book was written last year and the Celebrity Fit Club show was filmed early this year.

Besides, Dustin is a jerk. He was hoping to make something out of his appearance and he knows that being a good guy won't cut it, so he has to be a jerk and hope to get some exposure (which he did) and he might get a show out of that stupid behavior (which I hope doesn't happen).

friendcarr · 09-24-2007, 05:34 PM

Thank God that this was not real.

FactoryGirl · 09-24-2007, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by friendcarr

Thank God that this was not real.

If it was, it wouldn't be any of your concern. Like I said in the other post concering this "touchy" subject, who cares about one's sexuality, it doesn't make them a bad person.

friendcarr · 09-24-2007, 11:11 PM

??? I never said it made them a bad person ???

FactoryGirl · 09-24-2007, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by friendcarr

??? I never said it made them a bad person ???

You didn't read my whole post clearly, your quote was "Thank god it's not real"...here's my question? What's so awful about that? People have done worse things in life, one alleged same sex affair isn't damaging!

mykel · 09-25-2007, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Walking Tall

Okay who started the rumor?

Sorry.

It was me.

LOL

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/...d.php?t=179046

comedyfreak · 09-25-2007, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

I don't think she would have had time to put that info in her book if the book was written last year and the Celebrity Fit Club show was filmed early this year.

Besides, Dustin is a jerk. He was hoping to make something out of his appearance and he knows that being a good guy won't cut it, so he has to be a jerk and hope to get some exposure (which he did) and he might get a show out of that stupid behavior (which I hope doesn't happen).

That makes sense, thanks for shedding light on the subject. I lost respect for him the way he went all out and knocked the crap out of Ron Palillo(Horshack) in Celebrity boxing. Diamond was how many years younger than Ron

FactoryGirl · 09-25-2007, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Senior

And it's none of your concern if he's happy that it wasn't true. Who are you?? The Gay Police?? People can't disagree with the lifestyle in your opinion? Do we get tagged as "homophopes" if we don't agree with the lifestyle? How open mined you are.

Did I say he was a homophobe?!!! Hon, do you need some glasses because you totally twisted my words! And do you know what open minded means? Open minded you are not

.

Hands up loser, this is the gay police!!!!!!

09-23-2007, 02:14 PM	#1
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	Publisher denies "lesbian" affair between Maureen McMormick and Eve Plumb... Publisher Denies 'Brady' Romance Rumors ABC News Posted: 2007-09-23 09:47:34 (Sept. 23) - The book publisher for Maureen McCormick, who played Marcia Brady on the 1970s sitcom "The Brady Bunch," is shooting down rumors that she had a lesbian on-set affair with co-star Eve Plumb, who played her younger sister Jan. The story of the alleged lesbian affair started circulating the Internet Friday, and was picked up by at least one newspaper on Saturday. The reported source of the story was McCormick herself in her new tell-all book, "Here's the Story," slated to come out next year. But the book's publisher said, though there are plenty of other revelations in the book, a lesbian affair is not one of them. "We are verifying that it is not true," said Debbie Styer, senior vice president of group publicity at William Morrow, the book's publisher. "The real story of what happened in [McCormick's] life and behind the scenes of the show will all come out when the book comes out." It should no longer be a revelation to fans of the show that life behind the scenes was not as wholesome as the scripted half-hour plots. Barry Williams, who played oldest brother Greg Brady, revealed in his 1992 autobiography, "Growing Up Brady," that he had been romantically involved with both his TV mom Florence Henderson and with McCormick. But, according to a press release, there is still more dirt to dish. McCormick describes being put in "dangerous situations" and being "exploited." She also discusses struggles with eating disorders, drug addiction and depression. "Though I may never completely win this battle," she writes, "I will never lose. & I have arrived, for the moment at least, in a solid and secure place, which is allowing me to visit my past without fear. Writing this book has been such a cathartic experience. I hope it will not only shed light on who I am and how I got here, but more importantly, remind the readers that there truly is a light at the end of any tunnel." McCormick is 51 years old, married, and living in Southern California.
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Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	Got that right!

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friendcarr Dallas Cowboys 6-1 Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 04, 2007 Location: kansas Posts: 382	??? I never said it made them a bad person ???