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Star Trek Remembrances by Tony Piazza

September 10, 2016 By tonypiazza 2 Comments

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As our way of celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Star Trek,” we decided to start viewing the original series in the order that it was presented. My wife and I remember when the first series aired, and recall watching it with fascination as other viewers did because it was fresh, thought provoking, and fun. Now, its also very nostalgic. Color television was in its infancy then, and it had been a thrill going where no man had gone before, and to do so in color!

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Original “Star Trek” cast

The other night we watched episode three (counting the pilot ) entitled, “Charlie X,” and seeing its guest star (who played Charlie), Robert Walker Jr. brought back another, slightly more personal memory. Robert Walker Jr. was a guest start on our show, “The Streets of San Francisco” in 1975. The episode was “Asylum,” and told the story of a youth locked in a psychiatric ward who witnesses the murder of an older patient. Michael Douglas goes undercover as a patient himself to try to discover the murderer. Walker played the young man who sees the murder, and of course at first no one believes him. It was great episode, of an even greater TV series thanks in no little part to my friend, Karl Malden.

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Robert Walker Jr. as Charlie X

I have many connections to Star Trek. I met William Shatner in 1967, worked with Leonard Nimoy (in “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” (1978)), been at the studio where “Star Trek” was filmed, Desilu, and even have a Lucille Ball memory- all of which I’ve written about elsewhere and can be found on this author/blog site. But, seeing this episode opened up a whole set of new ones. For example, in the episode, “Asylum” we filmed at my old high school, Lowell, in San Francisco. I had only graduated three years earlier. It was fun going back with the “Streets” production, now being a part of the crew, and touching base with some of my old instructors. One in particular, Maurice Argent, was a favorite of mine. He was my English teacher, and he, like myself, also belonged to the Brebner Modelling/Casting Agency and did various acting jobs. Mr. Argent could be seen on our show, as well as having speaking roles in “Dirty Harry”(1971), “Magnum Force” (1973) “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” (1978), and many other movies and television shows filmed in the bay area. He’s no longer with us, but was an interesting and talented man… also one heck of an English teacher!

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Maurice Argent, playing a role of “Dirty Harry”

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Lowell High School, SF

Regarding my memories of Robert Walker Jr., I remember him as a quiet guy, very much the persona you saw on the screen –  his “Charlie X” character, minus the malevolence. He couldn’t move things with his mind, but he could move you with his fine performances. He is the son (obviously) of actor Robert Walker (“Strangers on a Train” (1951)), who was a great actor himself (and Walker Jr. favored him in appearance), and mother,  Jennifer Jones  (“Song of Bernadette” (1943)), a beautiful, talented, and sweet woman- I got to work with her on “The Towering Inferno” (1974). With two wonderfully talented parents as these, how could you go wrong!

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Robert Walker Sr.

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Jennifer Jones

So, it’s interesting where the viewing of an episode of “Star Trek” might lead you when wandering down memory lane… or is it, where my mind hadn’t gone before!

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Tony Piazza is a mystery writer, film historian, and veteran storyteller renowned for his passion for writing and movies. He is the author of four mystery novels and a non-fiction work. Actor and stand-in for movies and television, Piazza has appeared in such notable films as Magnum Force and The Streets of San Francisco. From Clint Eastwood to Steve McQueen, Piazza’s stories read like a who’s who of Hollywood. He is also a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America and SLO Nightwriters.

Filed Under: Film and Television Tagged With: 50th Anniversary of Star Trek, Desilu, Dirty Harry, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Jennifer Jones, Karl Malden, Leonard Nimoy, Lowell High School, Lowell High School S.F., Lucille Ball, Magnum Force, Maurice Argent, Original Star Trek, Robert Walker, Robert Walker Jr., Song of Bernadette, Star Trek, Strangers on a Train, The Towering Inferno, William Shatner

Early Hollywood: Will Rogers Park. By Tony Piazza

February 12, 2013 By tonypiazza 10 Comments

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WILL ROGERS was an extremely popular celebrity of the 1920s and 30s. He was a film actor, cowboy trick roper, vaudeville performer, humorist, and social commentator. His political wit was widely read through the syndicated columns he wrote for national newspapers.

“I never met a man that I didn’t like.”
―
 Will Rogers.

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I  recently visited his home and grounds, which included a polo field in Pacific Palisades as part of my research for my upcoming book- a new detective mystery starring once again that hard-as-nails,  Hollwood(land) P.I., Tom Logan.

“Half our life is spent trying to find something to do with the time we have rushed through life trying to save.” 
―Will Rogers

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 Spencer Tracy & Walt Disney at Polo Fields 1938

1931 Pacific Palisades:

Logan will be making an appearance to question a suspect at a charity polo match hosted by Will Rogers. Even though my story is fiction, Rogers did open his field to the public and was supportive of fundraisers. Celebrities were not uncommon at his polo matches, and one wouldn’t be surprised to see such figures as WALT DISNEY, HAL ROACH, or GARY COOPER. Perhaps one will even be around when Logan stops by!

“You know horses are smarter than people. You never heard of a horse going broke betting on people.” 
―Will Rogers.

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Walt Disney

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Gary Cooper

The State runs the park now- a gift from the Will Rogers Family. It was well maintained when we visited it, although I’ve heard that during the State’s financial problems there was a period when it wasn’t in such fine shape and the family was considering stepping in and taking over.

 “There are two theories to arguing with a woman. Neither works.” 
― Will Rogers.

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The Rogers Home- Piazza photo

One humorous incident occurred when we’d visited. There was no state employee on duty at the entrance, and the parking fee was on the honor system- a slot and envelope where you could record your car’s license and drop in the fee. I was standing at the entrance dressed in dark green slacks and an a olive colored military shirt filling out my envelope when I felt a presence from behind. I turned to see a car full of young people, the driver reaching from his window trying to hand me twelve dollars in bills! No, I didn’t take it, but explained to them how the system works.

“Everything is funny as long as it is happening to somebody else.” 
― Will Rogers.

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Road alongside Polo Field- Piazza photo.

The polo field has been in movies. One that comes to my mind is “Star Trek: The Voyage Home” (1986). In this forth entry in the original film series it doubled as the Polo Fields in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Remember Kirk’s line, “Everyone… remember where we’d parked.”

 “The income tax has made more liars out of the American people than golf has.”
― Will Rogers.

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Polo Field…”Remember where we parked”- Piazza Photo.

Will Rogers home is a must. We had a wonderful docent that spent the better part of an hour going through the property which looked as if the family was still living there. The docent had been on the property since she was a girl, and her love and enthusiasm really shined forth in our tour. I’ve visited many famous person’s sites, but none had ever drawn me so much into the life of its’ famous owner as this one did.

“Buy land. They ain’t making any more of the stuff.”
― Will Rogers.

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Will Rogers original ranch house- Piazza photo.

As an example; chills went up my spine as I saw a globe standing next to his desk with the route drawn out in black ink of his ill fated 1935 flight with Wiley Post. They both crashed and died in Alaska during that flight. He drew that just before he left. I also felt a thrill when I saw the typewriter in which he wrote all his wonderful columns.

 “All I know is just what I read in the papers, and that’s an alibi for my ignorance.” 
― Will Rogers.

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Will Rogers and Wiley Post

The home was very modern for its’ day, with kitchen appliances not yet common in the average home. Electric stove, freezer that makes ice cubes…he loved gadgets!

“Too many people spend money they earned..to buy things they don’t want..to impress people that they don’t like.”
― Will Rogers.

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Another angle of ranch house- Piazza photo.

He was a very generous man, and gave of himself and his finances to help the less fortunate. Recently I talked with my lovely niece, Jennifer who happened to take polo lessons at the State Park. Her instructor was Will Rogers’ grandson. The charges for lessons were adjusted such that all children could afford to take them. The family’s aim was not to make money, but bring the sport to as many young people as possible; an admirable policy and one that fits perfectly with his grandfather’s philosophy.

 “Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed to sell your parrot to the town gossip.” 
― Will Rogers.

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I highly recommend this tour. If you enjoy history (both film and Americana), and interested in western artifacts…Indian baskets and rugs, original western paintings, furniture, and sculptures- then this is for you. FLO ZIEGFELD– of Ziegfeld Follies fame (of which Rogers was once a performer) paid for (as a gift) the installation of a bay window on the property- perhaps the first of its’ kind in California. These are some of the surprises you’ll find on this tour.

“The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it in your back pocket.” 
― Will Rogers.

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The historic stable

Until you get a chance to visit this place in person, I hope you’ll consider seeing it through Logan’s eyes in his next upcoming thriller due out this year and published through Amazon!

“If you want to be successful, it’s just this simple. Know what you are doing. Love what you are doing. And believe in what you are doing.” 
― Will Rogers.

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Tony Piazza is author of the 1930s Hollywood murder mystery novel, “Anything Short of Murder,” which had its roots on the TCM fan website. His second novel, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” was next released early 2012, and in July of this year, his latest Tom Logan Mystery, “A Murder Amongst Angels” was published and is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. He was an actor/extra during the 1970s and worked with such legends as Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Karl Malden.  His non-fiction e-book “Bullitt Points” is an in depth look at the making of “Bullitt” from a person who was there. Look for it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble websites,  or at the link posted below. All profits go to the Boys Republic charity: www.bullittpoints.com.

My earlier bestselling novels, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” and “Anything Short of Murder” now joins “A Murder Amongst Angels” on Amazon’s Kindle at a new, low price of $2.99. Now you can have hours of adventure, thrills, mystery, and romance for the price of a cup of coffee- and just as stimulating! Look for it on Amazon. Print versions have also been reduced.

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Also: The new Tom Logan mystery thriller, A Murder Amongst Angels . 

Find them all on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever fine books are sold. Also available for $2.99 on Kindle.

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Filed Under: Film and Television Tagged With: Anything Short of Murder, Author Tony Piazza, Bullitt Points, Captain Kirk, Flo Zeigfeld, Gary Cooper, Hal Roach, Hollywood, Pacific Palisades, Polo, Star Trek, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, The Curse of the Crimson Dragon, Walt Disney, Wiley Post, Will Rodgers, Will Rodgers State Historic Park, Zeigfeld follies

On Location with Leslie Nielsen by Tony Piazza

July 25, 2012 By tonypiazza 8 Comments

On Location with Leslie Nielsen by Tony Piazza

 

Mr. Nielsen and my father, from “The Streets of San Francisco.”

   In 1976 I worked on a Quinn Martin T.V. movie entitled “Brinks: The Great Robbery.” In it I was as a stand-in for STEPHEN COLLINS (“Star Trek-The Motion Picture”) . “Brinks” also starred LESLIE NIELSEN during his pre-“Airplane” days. I had worked with him before on “The Streets of San Francisco” (first season episode) and so knew that we were in for some fun… the prankster that he was… and he didn’t disappoint. I really liked Mr. Nielsen, both personally and professionally. He was a fun, friendly individual that always brought a smile to your face.

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   He was quite different from the earlier characters that he played in such films as “Tammy and the Bachelor” (1957) and Forbidden Planet (1956)”- just an aside, but I worked with his co-star ANNE FRANCIS, a real lovely lady.  Leslie was more like his “Airplane” (1980) character Dr. Rumack and “Naked Gun’s” (1988) Frank Drebin than his previous incarnations. To illustrate this point, he once told a story about being on a talk show. He had injured his wrist a week earlier and his doctor gave him a rubber ball to squeeze as part of his recovery. This ball made a rude sound when depressed, and seeing the comedic possibilities he brought it on the show hidden in his hand. Occasionally, when the host asked a question he squeezed it…the host became embarrassed and didn’t know what to make of it, except that Mr. Nielsen may have had cabbage for lunch!

The lovely Anne Francis and myself

 

   The Naked Gun

   The attached picture was taken in the Hall of Justice in San Francisco one Saturday during the summer of 1976. The story was set in 1950 and we had to dress accordingly. The lady in the middle was my mother. She had worked as an “extra” that day. The cinematographer on this show was a good friend of mine, MICHEL HUGO. We had not only worked together on this movie, but “The Streets of San Francisco”, “Bert D’Angelo, Superstar,” “The Avenger’s USA”, and the motion picture “Manitou.” Michel was the director of photography on the original “Mission Impossible” series (‘60s) and such feature films as “Bless the Beasts and Children” (1971) and “The April Fools” (1969).

 

 

Michel Hugo

 

Mr. Nielsen, Michel Hugo, and my mother are gone… and I’m sure to a much better place. They will be missed. Still,  I wonder if Mr. Nielsen brought along his rubber ball?

R.I.P. Mr. Nielsen…it was a pleasure.

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Tony Piazza (Courtesy of Charlotte Alexander)

Tony Piazza is author of the 1930s Hollywood murder mystery novel, “Anything Short of Murder,” which had its roots on the TCM fan website. His second novel, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” was published next in early 2012, and in November of 2013 his second Tom Logan Mystery, “A Murder Amongst Angels was released.” In July of 2015 his latest Logan mystery, “Murder Is Such Sweet Revenge” was made available for purchase, and has since been an instant bestseller. All are available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. He was an actor/extra during the 1970s and worked with such legends as Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Karl Malden.  His non-fiction e-book “Bullitt Points” is an in depth look at the making of “Bullitt” from a person who was there. Look for it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble websites,  or at the link posted below. All profits go to the Boys Republic charity: www.bullittpoints.com.

Tony Piazza is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and SLO NightWriters.

NEW!

All my novels in the Tom Logan mystery series have become audio books- read by actor James Romick, and is available on Audible, Amazon, and I-tunes.

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The rollicking adventure novel set in paradise. The thrill-a-minute bestseller that two film producers are interested in…”The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” will soon be available as an audio book, read by the talented Broadway actor, James Romick. Watch for it. In stores soon!

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My earlier bestselling novels, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” and “Anything Short of Murder” now joins “A Murder Amongst Angels” and “Murder is Such Sweet Revenge” on Amazon’s Kindle at new, low prices. Now you can have hours of adventure, thrills, mystery, and romance for the price of a cup of coffee- and just as stimulating! Look for it on Amazon. Print versions have also been reduced.

CofD

ASofM

Also: The new Tom Logan mystery thriller, A Murder Amongst Angels . 

Find them all on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever fine books are sold. Also available at an affordable price on Kindle.

 

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Filed Under: Film and Television Tagged With: Airplane, Anne Francis, Anything Short of Murder, Bert D' Angelo, Bless the Beasts and Children, Brinks: The Great Robbery, Bullitt Points, Forbidden Planet, Leslie Nielsen, Manitou, Michel Hugo, Mission Impossible, Quinn Martin, Star Trek, Stephen Collins, Superstar, Tammy and the Bachelor, The April Fools, The Avengers USA, The Curse of the Crimson Dragon, The Naked Gun, The Streets of San Francisco, Tony Piazza

Captain, This is Not Logical- A Star Trek Memory by Tony Piazza

July 11, 2012 By tonypiazza 2 Comments

Captain, This is Not Logical- A Star Trek Memory by Tony Piazza

 

A few years ago at Thanksgiving we had a family gathering and I was able to touch base with my niece- a then aspiring actress. She did eventually land a role on the television show, “The Unit”  (a couple of lines)  but it wasn’t enough work to pay her S.A.G. dues. Since then she has established herself in a more reliable (keep the day job) profession as an event planner for the Getty Museum and absolutely loves it. But, I digress- returning to that holiday; I had also visited with her ex-boyfriend who had come by to share turkey with us. He was a native of England, and a 3D animator by trade. He worked for a company that designed video games, and more recently worked on some feature films- most notably “GI Joe” and “Avatar.” It made for some interesting discussions- and considering at the time I was working on my own home grown special effects feature, “The War of the Worlds,” a great opportunity to get some suggestions for my own project. I had just finished creating an effects filled third episode of my video (on YouTube, link on the bottom of this blog) and then abandoned the project for a more rewarding career as an author. Of course during that dinner the subject of “Star Trek” came up, and I told this story which is the basis of today’s blog.

The newest “Star Trek” feature- a prequel,  has since come and gone with hardly a splash*. Not surprising because in my estimation nothing can stand up against the original…however it did have the one-and-only Spock, LEONARD NIMOY, who is the subject of this story.

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   During 1977 my activities in the film industry started winding down- my last assignment for the casting agency was some “extra” work on a re-make of the 1956 science fiction film “Invasion of the Body Snatchers.”  This one starred DONALD SUTHERLAND, BROOKE ADAMS, and LEONARD NIMOY, and the setting was changed from Los Angeles to the Bay Area.

Poster from 1978 adaption of Jack Finney’s story.

My scene was a book signing party. The location was a children’s bookstore on California Street.  All the “extras” were separated into groups, given drinks and were told to act as if we were mingling (but quietly) among ourselves as Leonard Nimoy’s character- a psychiatrist made his way through the crowd to the back of the room.

Leonard Nimoy as Dr. David Kibner in the 1978 film.

Now, keep in mind that the original “Star Trek- The Motion Picture” had not been filmed yet. In fact the press had been going on for months with stories regarding negotiations with the actors and whether all the original crew would sign on- and even speculating the odds that it would ever be made.

Nimoy, Sutherland, and Goldblum (1978).

Flashback to the bookstore. My little group was standing directly in Leonard Nimoy’s path- he had to weave through us to get to the back of the room where his scene played out.  As we went through numerous rehearsals for the camera, I happened to glance down at a nearby bookshelf where I spied several copies of a children’s “Star Trek” book that featured a drawing of Mr.Spock prominently on the cover- pointy ears and all!

Well, I don’t know what got into me, but I instantly hatched a plan that my group would all be reading the books (held up close to our faces- so the cover could easily be seen) on the next rehearsal approach of Mr. Nimoy.

At first he didn’t see it, but was drawn to it by the laughter of the rest of the crew.

His response with a gleam in his eye, “Come on, guys, give me a break!”

As evidenced a year later (1979)- he had those pointy ears back on, and kept them on… up and until his most recent incarnation as the old Spock in 2009s Star Trek feature.

Nimoy (Spock) in 2009 Star Trek feature.

Just as an aside, I met WILLIAM SHATNER and got his autograph in the 1960s, during the height of the original “Star Trek mania,” and either met or worked with many other actors that were guests on that show, including RICARDO MONTALBAN and PETER MARK RICHMAN.  I also sat in on a dramatic reading by another Star Trek captain, PATRICK STEWART, but more on that later.

The future obviously still uses paper plates!

Some additional trivia: Donald Sutherland also starred later in The Puppet Masters (1994), another science fiction story involving body stealing. It was adapted from a 1951 sf novel by Robert A. Heinlein.

Leonard Nimoy began his career as an alien early in films, starring as an invader in the 1952 Republic movie serial Zombies of the Stratosphere.

The novel, Invasion of the Body Snatchers was set in Mill Valley, California.

http://www.amazon.com/Invasion-Body-Snatchers-Jack-Finney/dp/0684852586/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1342021478&sr=1-1&keywords=invasion+of+the+body+snatchers

Actress Brooke Adams is married to actor Tony Shalhoub of Monk fame.

HERE IS A LINK TO SOME OF MY YOUTUBE VIDEOS…INCLUDING WAR OF THE WORLDS PART 3:

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=MagicLantern21&search_type=&aq=f

 

* Why I’m not a critic. Another new Star Trek movie was eventually released-“Star Trek into Darkness” in 2013- so, it made a bigger splash than I’d anticipated. I believe even a third is on its way. I’ll admit they are good, but still stand by my opinion that they’re nothing like the original.

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Tony Piazza is author of the 1930s Hollywood murder mystery novel, “Anything Short of Murder,” which had its roots on the TCM fan website. His second novel, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” was released early 2012, and “A Murder Amongst Angels” in 2013. It became an instant bestseller. A third Tom Logan mystery is presently scheduled to be released in 2015. He was an actor/extra during the 1970s and worked with such legends as Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Karl Malden.  His non-fiction e-book “Bullitt Points” is an in depth look at the making of “Bullitt” from a person who was there. Look for it where fine books are sold, or at the link posted below. All profits go to the Boys Republic charity: www.bullittpoints.com.

Tony is also a member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and SLO NightWriters.

 

My earlier bestselling novels, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” and “Anything Short of Murder” now joins “A Murder Amongst Angels” on Amazon’s Kindle at a new, low price of $2.99. Now you can have hours of adventure, thrills, mystery, and romance for the price of a cup of coffee- and just as stimulating! Look for it on Amazon. Print versions have also been reduced.

CofD

ASofM

Also: The new Tom Logan mystery thriller, A Murder Amongst Angels . 

Find them all on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever fine books are sold. Also available for $2.99 on Kindle.

 

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Filed Under: Film and Television Tagged With: Brooke Adams, Donald Sutherland, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Jack Finney, Jeff Goldblum, Leonard Nimoy, Monk, Patrick Stewart, Peter Mark Richman, Ricardo Montalban, Robert A. Heinlein, Star Trek, The Puppet Masters, Tony Shalhoub, William Shatner, Zombies of the Stratosphere

My Role on "The Streets of San Francisco" by Tony Piazza

May 3, 2012 By tonypiazza 2 Comments

My Role on “The Streets of San Francisco” by Tony Piazza

In 1973, during the second season of “The Streets of San Francisco” I was offered a small speaking role. It was in the episode “Shield of Honor,” directed by Eric Till. In this scene I am addressing KARL MALDEN (Lt. Mike Stone), MICHAEL DOUGLAS (Steve Keller), and JOHN KERR (Gerald O’Brien) in Stone’s office (studio set). The episode was number 10 of this season, and written by D.C. Fontana of original Star Trek fame.

     Clip from “Shield” episode. My name was added for another presentation.

   One interesting tidbit is that John Kerr was the actor who played Lt. Joseph Cable in the motion picture adaptation of the stage musical “South Pacific.” On “Streets” he played  the recurring character of San Francisco’s D.A.

John Kerr

  In my bit for this episode I was notifying them that I had the reports on the slug they found in their “hit man.” Another line cinched in two takes…Michael Douglas gave me a “thumbs up” after they cut! As I mentioned elsewhere, both Karl and Michael were very supportive of other actors.

Michael and Karl in the office set.

Some trivia:

MARIETTE HARTLEY of the Polaroid commercials (late 70’s; she was JAMES GARNER’S sparring partner) was a guest star on this episode-  as well as ROBERT FOXWORTH (last husband to the late ELIZABETH MONTGOMERY), and PETER MARK RICHMOND (Dynasty).

Hartley and Garner for Polaroid.

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Tony Piazza (Courtesy of Charlotte Alexander)

Tony Piazza is author of the 1930s Hollywood murder mystery novel, “Anything Short of Murder,” which had its roots on the TCM fan website. His second novel, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” was published next in early 2012, and in November of 2013 his second Tom Logan Mystery, “A Murder Amongst Angels was released.” In July of 2015 his latest Logan mystery, “Murder Is Such Sweet Revenge” was made available for purchase, and has since been an instant bestseller. All are available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. He was an actor/extra during the 1970s and worked with such legends as Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, and Karl Malden.  His non-fiction e-book “Bullitt Points” is an in depth look at the making of “Bullitt” from a person who was there. Look for it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble websites,  or at the link posted below. All profits go to the Boys Republic charity: www.bullittpoints.com.

Tony Piazza is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and SLO NightWriters.

NEW!

The novels that started it all. The first and second novel in the Tom Logan mystery series have become audio books- read by actor James Romick, and is available on Audible, Amazon, and I-tunes.

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The NEW Tom Logan mystery, “Murder is Such Sweet Revenge” is available in print, e-book, AND NOW audio book on Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. For audio- Audible, Amazon, and I-tunes.

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My earlier bestselling novels, “The Curse of the Crimson Dragon” and “Anything Short of Murder” now joins “A Murder Amongst Angels” and “Murder is Such Sweet Revenge” on Amazon’s Kindle at a new, low price of $2.99. Now you can have hours of adventure, thrills, mystery, and romance for the price of a cup of coffee- and just as stimulating! Look for it on Amazon. Print versions have also been reduced.

CofD

ASofM

Also: The new Tom Logan mystery thriller, A Murder Amongst Angels . 

Find them all on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever fine books are sold. Also available for $2.99 on Kindle.

 

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Filed Under: Featured Tagged With: Anything Short of Murder, D.C. Fontana, Dynasty, Elizabeth Montgomery, James Garner, John Kerr, Karl Malden, Mariette Hartley, Michael Douglas, Peter Mark Richmond, Robert Foxworth, South Pacific, Star Trek, The Curse of the Crimson Dragon, The Streets of San Francisco, Tony Piazza

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