Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn Featured on Oprah: Where Are They Now? on OWN on 1/17 - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

TJ · 01-15-2014, 04:30 PM

This Friday (January 17) on OWN at 9PM ET/PT, viewers will have the chance to catch up with “The Facts of Life” stars, Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn, when they sit down with “OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?” to give updates on their careers and personal lives.

Chicago, IL – Their stories made headlines across America. “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” tracks down “Oprah Show” guests who made you laugh...and made you cry. Find out where they are now and get an inside glimpse inside their homes and lives in an all-new episode of “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” airing this Friday, January 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

This week on “Oprah: Where Are They Now?:” Dance legend Debbie Allen shot to stardom in “Fame” in the 80s, but today she shares the spotlight with her children and husband to talk about what brings her joy, and why she doesn’t have a problem with aging. “The Facts of Life” aired for eight seasons, launching Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn to fame for their portrayals of Blair Warner and Natalie Green. Years later, Lisa talks about life away from the spotlight, her shocking divorce and what it was like to compete on “Survivor: Philippines,” and Mindy tells all about her lasting friendships with her “Facts” costars. Then, William Shatner allows a rare visit by cameras at his Southern California ranch where he and his wife, Elizabeth, breed horses. He talks about his most iconic role, as Capt. Kirk, and about the time he was homeless and living out of his car. Also, an update with Hydeia Broadbent, the girl born with HIV who was not expected to live past the age of five, and who is now almost thirty years old and spreading awareness about the prevention of HIV/AIDS.

To watch a sneak peek of the episode, click here (with embed code):
First Look: http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-Shatner-Video

CLIP: How Mindy Cohn Tackled the Sex Talk on 'The Facts of Life'
Click here for the link (with embed code): http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-of-Life-Video

For high-resolution photos visit:
http://press.discovery.com/us/own/pr...-now-season-3/
https://harpo.box.com/s/zo9t4lb5sb5xk3phxix1

For more information on “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” visit:
http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-they-now.html

To find what channel OWN is on in your area, visit www.oprah.com/findown

jayman75 · 01-15-2014, 04:40 PM

Really excited to see this.

The link for the high-res photos does not appear to be working. Any chance we could get an update there?

Thanks for this!!

Nighthawk76 · 01-15-2014, 06:23 PM

Sounds good!

MacLeaper · 01-15-2014, 06:35 PM

Cool! Nice to see Mindy Cohn, Lisa Whelchel and William Shatner and Debbie Allen all on TV again- nice mix.

And certainly this girl born with HIV will have a compelling and interesting story to tell- and a very worthy cause too.

RetroGuy2000 · 01-17-2014, 09:08 PM

Too bad I don't get OWN!

Impressions · 01-18-2014, 01:22 AM

I just watched it. I'm glad to see she's acting again and not afraid of embracing her past!

ThomasE · 01-18-2014, 02:36 AM

I watched it. The two interviews were great!!!

jayman75 · 01-22-2014, 03:20 PM

It's nice to see them embrace their lives today, with appreciation for the past. They both look so good -- and it's nice to see them both acknowledge their single-hood as well. I can empathize with Mindy - a spouse can definitely be great, but there needs to be that "match" in order for it to be right.

I would love to take Mindy out for dinner one night - just to laugh and talk. Yoo Hoo, Mindy - are you listening?

I'm still curious what is was - the "big event" - that caused Lisa's divorce.

Justine · 01-23-2014, 06:00 PM

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I'm still curious what is was - the "big event" - that caused Lisa's divorce.

There have been rumors for years that Steve is gay.

RetroGuy2000 · 01-25-2014, 02:34 AM

Did she actually say "big event"?

Anyone willing to post this interview on YouTube?

jayman75 · 01-27-2014, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Justine

There have been rumors for years that Steve is gay.

I remember reading that in People magazine after Lisa did "Survivor." Well, he was at least straight three times (with the kids).

Here's a bit of the interview on YouTube.

Impressions · 01-28-2014, 05:23 PM

It's interesting that Lisa Whelchel mentioned she auditioned for the role of Rachel on Friends; I think Nancy McKeon once mentioned in an interview that she auditioned for the role of Monica. Imagine that!

jayman75 · 01-29-2014, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Impressions

It's interesting that Lisa Whelchel mentioned she auditioned for the role of Rachel on Friends; I think Nancy McKeon once mentioned in an interview that she auditioned for the role of Monica. Imagine that!

I don't believe Lisa "auditioned." Rather, she was asked to read for the part. I think there is a difference, but I may be wrong.

And yes, Nancy McKeon was supposed to be "Monica." Wow - what we could have seen if she had!

Gemini_89 · 02-25-2016, 05:26 AM

Really cool. it'll be really awesome if Oprah can get Nancy and Kim this time on "Where Are They Now".......

01-15-2014, 04:30 PM	#1
TJ Site Owner Administrator Forum Star Join Date: Feb 03, 2000 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 10,718	Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn Featured on Oprah: Where Are They Now? on OWN on 1/17 This Friday (January 17) on OWN at 9PM ET/PT, viewers will have the chance to catch up with “The Facts of Life” stars, Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn, when they sit down with “OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?” to give updates on their careers and personal lives. Chicago, IL – Their stories made headlines across America. “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” tracks down “Oprah Show” guests who made you laugh...and made you cry. Find out where they are now and get an inside glimpse inside their homes and lives in an all-new episode of “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” airing this Friday, January 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. This week on “Oprah: Where Are They Now?:” Dance legend Debbie Allen shot to stardom in “Fame” in the 80s, but today she shares the spotlight with her children and husband to talk about what brings her joy, and why she doesn’t have a problem with aging. “The Facts of Life” aired for eight seasons, launching Lisa Whelchel and Mindy Cohn to fame for their portrayals of Blair Warner and Natalie Green. Years later, Lisa talks about life away from the spotlight, her shocking divorce and what it was like to compete on “Survivor: Philippines,” and Mindy tells all about her lasting friendships with her “Facts” costars. Then, William Shatner allows a rare visit by cameras at his Southern California ranch where he and his wife, Elizabeth, breed horses. He talks about his most iconic role, as Capt. Kirk, and about the time he was homeless and living out of his car. Also, an update with Hydeia Broadbent, the girl born with HIV who was not expected to live past the age of five, and who is now almost thirty years old and spreading awareness about the prevention of HIV/AIDS. To watch a sneak peek of the episode, click here (with embed code): First Look: http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-Shatner-Video CLIP: How Mindy Cohn Tackled the Sex Talk on 'The Facts of Life' Click here for the link (with embed code): http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-of-Life-Video For high-resolution photos visit: http://press.discovery.com/us/own/pr...-now-season-3/ https://harpo.box.com/s/zo9t4lb5sb5xk3phxix1 For more information on “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” visit: http://www.oprah.com/own-where-are-t...-they-now.html To find what channel OWN is on in your area, visit www.oprah.com/findown
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01-15-2014, 04:40 PM	#2
jayman75 I Love the 80s! Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 27, 2000 Location: THE GREAT UNITED STATES Posts: 3,809	Really excited to see this. The link for the high-res photos does not appear to be working. Any chance we could get an update there? Thanks for this!!
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01-18-2014, 02:36 AM	#7
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01-18-2014, 01:22 AM	#6
Impressions She died the way she lived Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: May 08, 2002 Posts: 4,640	I just watched it. I'm glad to see she's acting again and not afraid of embracing her past!

01-22-2014, 03:20 PM	#8
jayman75 I Love the 80s! Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 27, 2000 Location: THE GREAT UNITED STATES Posts: 3,809	It's nice to see them embrace their lives today, with appreciation for the past. They both look so good -- and it's nice to see them both acknowledge their single-hood as well. I can empathize with Mindy - a spouse can definitely be great, but there needs to be that "match" in order for it to be right. I would love to take Mindy out for dinner one night - just to laugh and talk. Yoo Hoo, Mindy - are you listening? I'm still curious what is was - the "big event" - that caused Lisa's divorce.

01-25-2014, 02:34 AM	#10
RetroGuy2000 Julie,Julie Anne,&Felice 4Ever Forum Star Join Date: Dec 27, 2013 Posts: 16,914	Did she actually say "big event"? Anyone willing to post this interview on YouTube?

01-28-2014, 05:23 PM	#12
Impressions She died the way she lived Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: May 08, 2002 Posts: 4,640	It's interesting that Lisa Whelchel mentioned she auditioned for the role of Rachel on Friends; I think Nancy McKeon once mentioned in an interview that she auditioned for the role of Monica. Imagine that!

02-25-2016, 05:26 AM	#14
Gemini_89 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jul 09, 2009 Location: Unknown Posts: 1,294	Really cool. it'll be really awesome if Oprah can get Nancy and Kim this time on "Where Are They Now".......