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Nancy McKeon is my idol!! · 04-12-2001, 11:01 PM

WHY!? doesn't Nancy want to be known as Jo or be reminded of it? Because she wasnts to move on?! But still... and, was it because she's embarrssed by too much priase what is it!!! I JUST DON"T UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHat's her problem?! I knwo she is in The Division but she can do 2 things, Lisa Vidal is! why can't she? and FOl reunion movie would make her more famous. She once said she was obsessed with her career, FOl reuinion movie would only HELP her career not ruin it! Is it because casting directors know her as Jo and they don't wasnt to knwo her as anybody else? Then they are the stupid ones, but Nancy... I STILL DON"T UNDERSTAND!! I am crying at this moment!

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AlexzBonner · 04-12-2001, 11:13 PM

None of us do. It's gonna remain a mystery of life.

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T: You're in danger and I'm supposed to hide in the closet?
J: No, you're supposed to hide under the covers with me 'cause it's warmer! Come on!
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04-12-2001, 11:14 PM

If I had been on that show, I'd wanna be known for it.

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Ms. G.: Born in the U.S.S.R.

NancyJoJinny · 04-12-2001, 11:20 PM

Well...Jo was somebody that shemight not want to be known as...I mean she has to concentrate on now...Even though im dissapointed...Playing somebody who was criticized of acting gay..(not by us but by others) Just doesnt seem appealing...Even though she should be able to work around all the steryotyrpes of Jo she just doesnt want it...From her intamate portrait we were informed she gave up alot of big jobs to get throgh steryotping...this is just one of em...

I dont know is that made sense but thats pretty much the conclusion i have come to...And please dont freak about a nEthing i said you dotn aggree with....I dont even know if i aggree with myself!

lesliem14 · 04-12-2001, 11:23 PM

I really do understand Nancy McKeon's view on this reunion deal. I do not like living in the past. It's over with, move on, deal with the future. I took this philosophy with college and have reaped the rewards. On the other hand, some of my high school classmates couldn't let go of the past and drug themselves down in the process by not allowing themselves to grow in new surroundings. FOL was over with 13 years ago and if she doesn't want to do it, then fine. Watch the Divison which is a good show where she is trying something different. Someone name me a television show reunion movie that lived up to the original run because I really can't think of one. I would much rather watch my tapes then some corny two hour reunion movie that is too hyped up and leaves viewers disappointed that are expecting too much. I really feel that is happening. I think that covers it!

JohnMcMillin · 04-13-2001, 12:24 AM

people want a FOL reunion because..
1. the obvious reason. It's good for nostalgic reasons to see the 4 girls, plus Mrs. Garrett together again as ADULT women.
2. the fact that it would bring better closure to the show. The show lasted 9 years and yet we got slapped in the face with the awful finale.
3. thanks to N@N, the show has picked up a new audience of many people who were just being born when FOL was coming to a close in 1988
4. would be nice to see if Jo, Blair, Natalie and Tootie had the same chemistry that they had in the "good ol' days"

While Nancy is definately trying to move on as an actress, you'd think she'd realize that a Facts Of Life reunion would boost her career as well as get even more FOL fans (besides the ones on this website) aware that she has a new program. While she has come a long way in the past 13 years, she's not exactly a "former tv star" with the same clout of Denzel Washington (St. Elsewhere), Bruce Willis (Moonlighting) or Michael Douglas (The Streets Of San Francisco) who has the name and power to turn down a reunion of their old series.

Jo's Girl · 04-13-2001, 01:37 AM

Nancy McKeon had a lot of movies in the 80s most remakes of Jo. She just needs a new character. People I'm upset that she doesn't want to do the reunion I see where she's coming from...but i'm not getting all upset about it.

One question...if she wants to get away from her Jo or tomboy image why is she playing Jinny? She's a tomboy.

Cokies · 04-13-2001, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by JohnMcMillin:
people want a FOL reunion because..

2. the fact that it would bring better closure to the show. The show lasted 9 years and yet we got slapped in the face with the awful finale.

So true, so true.

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04-13-2001, 02:34 AM

Well Nancy should do the reunion for 2 reasons. First, her career is going well so her excuse about being typecasted is silly. If her fans want her to do a project, why not please them? The brightest stars past and present have learned to please their fans -- why else does Tom Hanks continue to host/attend oodles of award ceremonies when he could easily skip every one because he's stinking rich. Secondly, time is slipping away. Charlotte Rae is aging

She or any of the other actresses could pass away unexpectantly. This is a golden opportunity for the reunion because all minus Nancy have agreed to it. I wish she would think a little deeper before refusing. She has nothing to lose as this is a one time special; not a lifetime commitment to the character of Jo.

Jo Polniaczec · 04-13-2001, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Devastation26:
If I had been on that show, I'd wanna be known for it.

me too

Jo Polniaczec · 04-13-2001, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Devastation26:
If I had been on that show, I'd wanna be known for it.

me too

Peekskill citizen · 04-13-2001, 03:04 PM

Whether she likes it or not, I think Nancy McKeon will always be known as Jo.

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All right that was Mr.S the mean steen and I'm keen Nat Green rockin' down the clock and talkin' you round the block. Your turn.
- Natalie (Talk,Talk,Talk)

Edna lends an ear, tell me your troubles and never fear, how may I help you?
-Mrs.G (Talk,Talk,Talk).

Oh yeah tell that to the frog, go on say it to his face, you can't can you, know why because he hasn't got a face Tootie, it been chopped off! - Blair

nancysbiggestfan · 04-13-2001, 03:57 PM

I too understand Nancys view on this situation and agree with her. I do very much want her to do it but it is her choice and i think it was a good one. I was devistated when i heard she was probably not going to do the reunion.

Lets just be glad she is on tv doing a great and entertainig show like the division.

BlairandJo · 04-13-2001, 05:12 PM

I understand how Nancy feels about not wanting to be known as Jo anymore I feel just
like she does.Im not an actor or anything like that YET.
People who have known me for about lets say from three years and long before,Think of me as a perfect litted angel not wanting to take
risks always needs a safty net cant cut loose
and be fun kinda shy stuff like that,Well Now
I want to cut loose take risks no more prefect angel.Like Natalie says."From now on its good by Natalie hello hot lip!"for me its."Good bye prefect angel hello risk taker!"So I know how Nancy feels when she says she does not want to be known as Jo anymore.

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What would make you shut-up in your sleep.
-Blair

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How do you say you'er going to be sweeping up your teeth in french?
-Jo
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Jinny:Are there any cops or Jinny haters here!

JohnMcMillin · 04-13-2001, 11:53 PM

>>So I know how Nancy feels when she says she does not want to be known as Jo anymore.<<

well, you can do a reunion without being typecast for the show. Ron Howard did the Andy Griffith reunion in 1986, long after Happy Days and his directing career had pretty much gotten rid of his "Opie" image. Yet he was still proud of his past

04-12-2001, 11:01 PM	#1
Nancy McKeon is my idol!! Nancy McKeon Wannabe Senior Member Join Date: Jan 31, 2001 Location: At my house, or anywhere, obsessing over Nancy McKeon Posts: 1,213	I stilldon't understand why?! PLEASE READ! WHY!? doesn't Nancy want to be known as Jo or be reminded of it? Because she wasnts to move on?! But still... and, was it because she's embarrssed by too much priase what is it!!! I JUST DON"T UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHat's her problem?! I knwo she is in The Division but she can do 2 things, Lisa Vidal is! why can't she? and FOl reunion movie would make her more famous. She once said she was obsessed with her career, FOl reuinion movie would only HELP her career not ruin it! Is it because casting directors know her as Jo and they don't wasnt to knwo her as anybody else? Then they are the stupid ones, but Nancy... I STILL DON"T UNDERSTAND!! I am crying at this moment! ------------------ ¤Li§Ä¤

04-12-2001, 11:14 PM	#3
Devastation26 Guest Posts: n/a	If I had been on that show, I'd wanna be known for it. ------------------ Andy: C'Mon Ms. Garrett, throw us a song. Ms. G.: Born in the U.S.S.R.
Devastation26 Guest Posts: n/a

04-13-2001, 02:34 AM	#9
D&R Guest Posts: n/a	Well Nancy should do the reunion for 2 reasons. First, her career is going well so her excuse about being typecasted is silly. If her fans want her to do a project, why not please them? The brightest stars past and present have learned to please their fans -- why else does Tom Hanks continue to host/attend oodles of award ceremonies when he could easily skip every one because he's stinking rich. Secondly, time is slipping away. Charlotte Rae is aging She or any of the other actresses could pass away unexpectantly. This is a golden opportunity for the reunion because all minus Nancy have agreed to it. I wish she would think a little deeper before refusing. She has nothing to lose as this is a one time special; not a lifetime commitment to the character of Jo.
D&R Guest Posts: n/a

04-12-2001, 11:13 PM	#2
AlexzBonner Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jan 11, 2001 Location: Muldrow, OK (Miss America '96's home town!) Posts: 284	None of us do. It's gonna remain a mystery of life. ------------------ ^~^The Division^~^ T: You're in danger and I'm supposed to hide in the closet? J: No, you're supposed to hide under the covers with me 'cause it's warmer! Come on! †º† ~~<@ Kenzie @>~~ †º†

04-12-2001, 11:20 PM	#4
NancyJoJinny Member Forum Regular Join Date: Mar 04, 2001 Location: Nancy Land, NJ. Posts: 989	Well...Jo was somebody that shemight not want to be known as...I mean she has to concentrate on now...Even though im dissapointed...Playing somebody who was criticized of acting gay..(not by us but by others) Just doesnt seem appealing...Even though she should be able to work around all the steryotyrpes of Jo she just doesnt want it...From her intamate portrait we were informed she gave up alot of big jobs to get throgh steryotping...this is just one of em... I dont know is that made sense but thats pretty much the conclusion i have come to...And please dont freak about a nEthing i said you dotn aggree with....I dont even know if i aggree with myself!

04-12-2001, 11:23 PM	#5
lesliem14 Member Forum Regular Join Date: Dec 01, 2000 Location: Frankfort, KY Posts: 650	I really do understand Nancy McKeon's view on this reunion deal. I do not like living in the past. It's over with, move on, deal with the future. I took this philosophy with college and have reaped the rewards. On the other hand, some of my high school classmates couldn't let go of the past and drug themselves down in the process by not allowing themselves to grow in new surroundings. FOL was over with 13 years ago and if she doesn't want to do it, then fine. Watch the Divison which is a good show where she is trying something different. Someone name me a television show reunion movie that lived up to the original run because I really can't think of one. I would much rather watch my tapes then some corny two hour reunion movie that is too hyped up and leaves viewers disappointed that are expecting too much. I really feel that is happening. I think that covers it!

04-13-2001, 12:24 AM	#6
JohnMcMillin Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 29, 2000 Location: louisville, ky, USA Posts: 380	people want a FOL reunion because.. 1. the obvious reason. It's good for nostalgic reasons to see the 4 girls, plus Mrs. Garrett together again as ADULT women. 2. the fact that it would bring better closure to the show. The show lasted 9 years and yet we got slapped in the face with the awful finale. 3. thanks to N@N, the show has picked up a new audience of many people who were just being born when FOL was coming to a close in 1988 4. would be nice to see if Jo, Blair, Natalie and Tootie had the same chemistry that they had in the "good ol' days" While Nancy is definately trying to move on as an actress, you'd think she'd realize that a Facts Of Life reunion would boost her career as well as get even more FOL fans (besides the ones on this website) aware that she has a new program. While she has come a long way in the past 13 years, she's not exactly a "former tv star" with the same clout of Denzel Washington (St. Elsewhere), Bruce Willis (Moonlighting) or Michael Douglas (The Streets Of San Francisco) who has the name and power to turn down a reunion of their old series.

04-13-2001, 01:37 AM	#7
Jo's Girl Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Mar 30, 2001 Location: Nebraska Posts: 296	Nancy McKeon had a lot of movies in the 80s most remakes of Jo. She just needs a new character. People I'm upset that she doesn't want to do the reunion I see where she's coming from...but i'm not getting all upset about it. One question...if she wants to get away from her Jo or tomboy image why is she playing Jinny? She's a tomboy.

04-13-2001, 03:04 PM	#12
Peekskill citizen 80's Kid Frequent Poster Join Date: Feb 23, 2001 Posts: 163	Whether she likes it or not, I think Nancy McKeon will always be known as Jo. ------------------ All right that was Mr.S the mean steen and I'm keen Nat Green rockin' down the clock and talkin' you round the block. Your turn. - Natalie (Talk,Talk,Talk) Edna lends an ear, tell me your troubles and never fear, how may I help you? -Mrs.G (Talk,Talk,Talk). Oh yeah tell that to the frog, go on say it to his face, you can't can you, know why because he hasn't got a face Tootie, it been chopped off! - Blair

04-13-2001, 03:57 PM	#13
nancysbiggestfan Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 18, 2001 Location: Felony Division of SFPD Posts: 2,231	I too understand Nancys view on this situation and agree with her. I do very much want her to do it but it is her choice and i think it was a good one. I was devistated when i heard she was probably not going to do the reunion. Lets just be glad she is on tv doing a great and entertainig show like the division.

04-13-2001, 05:12 PM	#14
BlairandJo PuRpLe~PrInCeSsEs Senior Member Join Date: Feb 14, 2001 Location: TX I love this state Posts: 1,453	I understand how Nancy feels about not wanting to be known as Jo anymore I feel just like she does.Im not an actor or anything like that YET. People who have known me for about lets say from three years and long before,Think of me as a perfect litted angel not wanting to take risks always needs a safty net cant cut loose and be fun kinda shy stuff like that,Well Now I want to cut loose take risks no more prefect angel.Like Natalie says."From now on its good by Natalie hello hot lip!"for me its."Good bye prefect angel hello risk taker!"So I know how Nancy feels when she says she does not want to be known as Jo anymore. ------------------ What would make you shut-up in your sleep. -Blair ~~~~~~~~~~~~* How do you say you'er going to be sweeping up your teeth in french? -Jo <><><><><><><><><><><><> Jinny:Are there any cops or Jinny haters here!

04-13-2001, 11:53 PM	#15
JohnMcMillin Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 29, 2000 Location: louisville, ky, USA Posts: 380	>>So I know how Nancy feels when she says she does not want to be known as Jo anymore.<< well, you can do a reunion without being typecast for the show. Ron Howard did the Andy Griffith reunion in 1986, long after Happy Days and his directing career had pretty much gotten rid of his "Opie" image. Yet he was still proud of his past