Episode 9 of Second to None features Mexican actor and singer of silent films, theatre, TV, and movies, Ramon Novarro. He worked alongside such notable actresses as Greta Garbo and Lupe Velez; called the new Latin-Lover after Rudolph Valentino. Special guest: Henry Flournory.
Premiered August 16, 2020
Episode 8 of Second to None features versatile character actress, Beulah Bondi. She played Jimmy Stewart's mother in 4 films! Watch to learn more.
Premiered August 9, 2020
7th episode in the "Second to None" series features M. Emmet Walsh, versatile character actor of theatre, film, with over 120 acting credits. He won a Best Lead Actor Independent Spirit Award for the movie “Blood Simple.” Special guest: Jake Daehler.
Premiered August 2, 2020
6th episode in the "Second to None" series features wonderful actor & singer, Mabel King. You may recognize her from the TV sitcom "What's Happening," but she also originated the role of Evilene in "The Wiz," bringing down the house with her song, "No Bad News." Special guest: Lynnette Joy Arthur.
Premiered July 26, 2020
5th episode in the "Second to None" series features wonderful character actor of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s - Thomas Mitchell. He was featured in 5 movies in 1939 alone! Thomas Mitchell was the first actor to win all three acting awards. Special guest: Val Mardsen Fitzhugh, who (fun fact) appeared on Jeopardy on January 1, 2020.
Premiered July 19, 2020
4th episode in the Second to None series features Brock Peters, known for his heartbreaking turn as Tom Robinson in To Kill a Mockingbird. But did you also know he had an amazing singing voice? Tune in to learn more!
Premiered July 12, 2020
3rd episode in the series focuses on versatile, Elizabeth Peña. A founding member of HOLA (Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors) gave wonderful, nuanced performances in Down and Out in Beverly Hills, La Bamba, Rush Hour, and Lone Star where she won an Independent Spirit Award for Best Actress. Special guest: Jesús-Papoleto Meléndez.
Premiered July 5, 2020
Second episode focuses on trailblazer, Roxie Roker. Started out as a news reporter and later performed in TV, film, and theatre. Known for the TV show, The Jeffersons. Special guest, Kristi Kirk.
Premiered June 28, 2020
This first episode focuses on character actress, Thelma Ritter. Thelma Ritter gave honest and earnest portrayals of her characters in such films as All About Eve, Rear Window, and Pillow Talk, to name a few. Special guest, Quinn Cassavale.
Premiered June 21, 2020