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Zoneboy · 09-02-2010, 08:18 AM

Did you have any idea that Lisa Whelchel (aka Blair Warner from The Facts of Life) cut a pop album back in the ’80s? Neither did we. And she’s certainly not alone when it comes to unlikely TV stars crossing over into the world of music. We’ve rounded up 10 of the most surprising examples we could find after the jump.

Alyssa Milano

Chris Burke

David Faustino

Jasmine Guy

Joey Lawrence

Lisa Whelchel

Mr. T

Scott Baio

Tatyana Ali

Tina Yothers

waichingliu81 · 09-07-2010, 07:06 AM

debbie allen, vanessa williams, lucy lawless, jenna van oy, raven symone

catlover79 · 09-07-2010, 12:33 PM

I'd never heard of most of those albums myself. By the way, the YouTube song of Lisa Whelchel's is called "Love Believer". Fun song.

waichingliu81 · 09-07-2010, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

I'd never heard of most of those albums myself. By the way, the YouTube song of Lisa Whelchel's is called "Love Believer". Fun song.

the only one i am well familiar with is vanessa williams music career, which began with her debut release of 'the right stuff' back in 1988. as for the others, i only found out about them a few months ago.

Rosslover · 09-10-2010, 09:25 PM

I am so surprised that no one mentioned Bruce Willis or Cybill Shepherd or John Schneider

Marvo301 · 09-10-2010, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rosslover

I am so surprised that no one mentioned Bruce Willis or Cybill Shepherd or John Schneider

Or Tom Wopat!

catlover79 · 09-11-2010, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Rosslover

I am so surprised that no one mentioned Bruce Willis or Cybill Shepherd or John Schneider

Those I knew about, except Cybill. When did she put out an album?

McGillicuddy · 09-11-2010, 11:07 AM

In regards to Scott Baio, I seem to recall that the series, Joanie Loves Chachi was somewhat of a farce because Scott couldn't even carry a tune, (or was it Erin Moran?)

waichingliu81 · 09-12-2010, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rosslover

I am so surprised that no one mentioned Bruce Willis or Cybill Shepherd or John Schneider

i forgot about bruce willis too, but the other 2 i didn't know about.

catlover79 · 09-12-2010, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by markway895

In regards to Scott Baio, I seem to recall that the series, Joanie Loves Chachi was somewhat of a farce because Scott couldn't even carry a tune, (or was it Erin Moran?)

I thought Erin was OK - it was Scott who couldn't carry a tune!! Granted, Erin was/is no Karen Carpenter or Linda Ronstadt, but I thought she had a pretty enough voice. There are several JLC eps on YouTube, so check them out and you be the judge.

catlover79 · 09-12-2010, 02:35 PM

Jack Wagner (formerly of Melrose Place, now on Bold & the Beautiful) cut this album in 1984, when he was on General Hospital. The title track made it to #2 on the pop charts (kept out of the top slot by Madonna's "Like a Virgin"). Even though the production is pretty dated (hey, it was the 80s!), it's still a fun listen.

McGillicuddy · 09-12-2010, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

I thought Erin was OK - it was Scott who couldn't carry a tune!! Granted, Erin was/is no Karen Carpenter or Linda Ronstadt, but I thought she had a pretty enough voice. There are several JLC eps on YouTube, so check them out and you be the judge.

Well then its pretty crazy that Scott put out a record album. How did that work?

catlover79 · 09-12-2010, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by markway895

Well then its pretty crazy that Scott put out a record album. How did that work?

Well, they were banking on a teen idol to sell records regardless of their singing ability. I read somewhere years ago that when Whitney Houston was a teen model, record companies were going to offer her a contract whether or not she could carry a tune. Imagine the collective sigh of relief Clive Davis and Arista Records breathed when they first heard her voice!!

JamesG · 09-12-2010, 09:48 PM

Brian Austin Green of "Beverly Hills, 90210" released a hip-hop album in 1996 - 'One Stop Carnival'.

The album was not a hit.

catlover79 · 09-12-2010, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesG

Brian Austin Green of "Beverly Hills, 90210" released a hip-hop album in 1996 - 'One Stop Carnival'.

The album was not a hit.

Explains why I never heard of it until now.

09-02-2010, 08:18 AM	#1
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09-07-2010, 12:33 PM	#3
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,376	I'd never heard of most of those albums myself. By the way, the YouTube song of Lisa Whelchel's is called "Love Believer". Fun song.
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09-12-2010, 02:35 PM	#11
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,376	Jack Wagner (formerly of Melrose Place, now on Bold & the Beautiful) cut this album in 1984, when he was on General Hospital. The title track made it to #2 on the pop charts (kept out of the top slot by Madonna's "Like a Virgin"). Even though the production is pretty dated (hey, it was the 80s!), it's still a fun listen. Attached Images

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JamesG Freakshow Moderator Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 01, 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 57,039	Brian Austin Green of "Beverly Hills, 90210" released a hip-hop album in 1996 - 'One Stop Carnival'. The album was not a hit. Attached Images

09-07-2010, 07:06 AM	#2
waichingliu81 debbie allen Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 28, 2006 Location: london, england, UK Posts: 4,347	debbie allen, vanessa williams, lucy lawless, jenna van oy, raven symone Attached Images

09-11-2010, 11:07 AM	#8
McGillicuddy Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 28, 2002 Posts: 5,179	In regards to Scott Baio, I seem to recall that the series, Joanie Loves Chachi was somewhat of a farce because Scott couldn't even carry a tune, (or was it Erin Moran?)