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Kc103
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07-13-2004
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 1:40 am
New show that premieres on VH1 on January 4th. These guys weren't "teen idols" to me, but it looks like it might be interesting so I'll probably give it a try. The eight-part series features Christopher Atkins (The Blue Lagoon), David Chokachi (Baywatch), Billy Hufsey (Fame), Jeremy Jackson (Baywatch), Eric Nies (MTV’s The Real World and The Grind), Jamie Walters (Beverly Hills 90210), and Adrian Zmed (TJ Hooker, Grease 2). Each hour-long episode provides a rare, never-before-seen look at fame and its consequences as the guys live together, forming a unique and exclusive support group. “This is the world’s most unique men’s club. Even the producers are all guys who were famous as teenagers. They speak a different language and this show allows them to not only share their stories of past fame with each other, but forces them to really explore their hopes and fears about daring to want that fame back as grown men,” said Jeff Olde, Executive Vice President, Original Programming and Production, VH1. “This is not like any reality show you’ve ever seen before. It is not a competition and there are no eliminations. But there is refreshingly honest (and at times very dramatic) look at the addiction of fame and a real opportunity for each one of these guys to get that stardom back.” Under the guidance of television icon Scott Baio, child star-turned-producer Jason Hervey and celebrity psychology expert Cooper Lawrence, these former heartthrobs will be given all of the tools and connections necessary to make a comeback or be faced with the reality that fame is a lot tougher the second time around. The guys will learn to let go of their past fame, reclaim control of their careers and look ahead to their futures. “I really feel that it’s important for people to know what fame is like, and who can give better insight than two guys who have lived through the experience like Jason and myself? We’ve been there and know what it’s like to be in the guys’ shoes. We have both learned how to leave the teen idol days behind and move forward with life and our careers,” said Scott Baio, former teen idol and an executive producer for the series. “When we were developing the show, Jason and I knew that VH1 would be a perfect home for it, we have done shows with them in the past and I think this series will add a new, very real element to their programming and set the stage for future adaptations of this unique franchise.” In the end these former teen idols will be armed with the skills, knowledge and confidence to re-launch their careers in the entertainment industry and chase after one more shot at fame. http://blog.vh1.com/2008-12-08/confessions-of-a-teen-idol-coming-soon-to-vh1/
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Yesitsme
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08-24-2004
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 5:41 am
Cooper Lawrence has a radio show in Charlotte and I have heard her talk about this. As for me, the idea of Scott Baio giving advice to others makes me giggle.
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Mameblanche
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08-24-2002
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 8:18 am
Methinks it will be fun. Hope we get it here in Canada. 
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Karen
Member
09-06-2004
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 5:52 pm
I saw an ad for this on one of my local stations, Mame. Not my cup of tea - not by a long shot - but I'm sure we'll be getting it here.
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Mameblanche
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08-24-2002
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 9:37 pm
Thanks for the heads up Karen! Actually I was at the opening night party in NYC for a horror film - Fright Night, in 1985. Billy Hufsey was there - and VERY full of himself. It will be interesting to see how (if) he's 'matured'.
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Kc103
Member
07-13-2004
| Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 11:05 pm
I didn't even know who Billy Hufsey was on the promo. I recognized the other names and faces. Then I read he was on Fame and a little about him came back to me.
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Beth4freedom
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10-24-2003
| Sunday, December 28, 2008 - 4:45 am
I LOVED Fame, but can't remember Billy Hufsey or his character. Does anyone have a photo? Looking up some Fame info, looks like he wasn't an original cast member, but joined in maybe 3rd or 4th season. In doing my research, I also discovered that Gene Anthony Ray of Fame, whom I DO remember vividly as that dynamic black dancer, sadly passed away in 2003.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Sunday, December 28, 2008 - 5:02 am
He came in towards the end as the 'hunk'. I loved Gene Anthony Ray! He ended up having a very sad, tragic life.
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Bluejaxrock
Member
04-23-2004
| Sunday, December 28, 2008 - 4:23 pm
We have both learned how to leave the teen idol days behind and move forward with life and our careers,” said Scott Baio Yeah, by being part of "reality TV"...lol
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Luvmom
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10-17-2000
| Monday, December 29, 2008 - 9:04 am
Here you go Beth. I was a fan of his.He was also in Days of our Lives.

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