I am encouraging my faithful readers to use this site as a vehicle to share their own personal blogs as I know how contagious this blog phenomenon can be. All blog guests are welcome and we will post these entries as bloguests. Today’s bloguest comes from David G, AKA “DGoodz” in the blogosphere. DGoodz was actually the one who challenged me to enter the blog world, so I’m sure you will all want to thank him for that. This is just an outstanding, thoughtful and articulate piece, which I’m sure you’ll all enjoy….
DGoodz blogs….
Well, first of all, I never expected my dad to get so many hits on his blog (what is it 13 now?), so I would like to congratulate him on his success. However, I would like to use it as an opportunity to share my ideas………blogstyle. In response to the blogilicious article that my dad wrote about Urkel, I realized how much my life has been influenced by such TV characters. I’m not talking Hannah Montana, I’m talking about the good old days, when there was good TV!
Top 5 TV Characters Who Influenced My Life:
5.) Will Smith: I never appreciated “rap” before listening to the theme song to Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. The crazy stunts that Will and Carlton got into sometimes made me laugh out loud. Actually, now that I think of it, I liked Carlton more. He was funnier, but however Will Smith peaked on this show, (Who cares if he starred in I Am Legend?)
4.) Urkel: How could I not mention Urkel. Did I do that??? Classic Line…..classic character. He wasn’t the main character, but he stole this show. It took me 13 years before I realized the show wasn’t called Urkel. I would say more about him, but I’m pretty sure my dad talked about him enough.
3.)Danny Tanner: Full House has always been one of my favorite shows (don’t hate!) but the cheesy life lessons I learned were amazing. Anoerxia, Stealing, Sex??: Who else would tackle these important issues? Danny did it in a funny, hip, and cool way. *Note: Sarcasm was used in this article.
2.) Kramer: How could I create this list without adding a character from Seinfeld, which is arguably one of the best shows ever made. This show wasn’t exactly in my era, but I have watched the continuous re-runs and watched classic Kramer moments. “Master of their domain” anyone?? It’s a shame he’s a racist now.
1.) Mr. Feeny: Come on, you don’t get any better than him. Boy Meets World is amazing. You always wished that Mr. feeny was your teacher, with his comedic timing, and his great life lessons. However, it made you wonder why he taught Cory, Topanga, and Shawn, EVERY YEAR, since they were in 7th Grade (stalker much?) Also, who doesn’t remember the infamous Feeny Call? FEE-HEE-HEE-HEENY!! He never seemed to age at all either. Did he ever win an award??? No, I think not. I hope you join me on March 31st to celebrate his 81st birthday. .
It was hard to limit this down to 5 because there were so many I enjoyed. Please leave comments!
Blogmasters note: DGoodz that was DGreatz! I encourage everyone to leave their own personal “Top 5″ in their responses.
qabflo said
Man, for a middle child you are A-OK.
My 5:
5) Urkel
4) Frazier
3) Granny Clampett
2) Kramer
1) Tony Soprano
DGOODZ said
omg this blog is genius!!!
chris said
oh yea, well mine does invlove hannah montana
5) Robby Ray Stewart
4) Kimmy Gibler
3) Spongebobs Granny
2) Dwight from the Office
1) Stewie Griffin
chris said
honorable mention for my top 5: simon cowell
Don Burtless said
5) Gregory House – House
4) Vincent Chase – Entourage
3) Stewie Griffin – Family Guy
2) Eric Cartman – South Park
1) The Smoke Monster – Lost.
Maryt4905 said
This is a toughy. I am torn between old school vs. current celebs. After much thought (too much, perhaps), these are mine
5. Barney- after overcoming two big prejudices (size and color of skin), he continued entertaining children for years, My hats off to you B-man
4. Scot Baio from Charles in Charge-an amazing tribute to “mannies “everywhere
3. Will Farrell from SNL- always willing to show us his unattractive body for a laugh- whether in red,white and blue short shorts or too-tight shirt with a cowbell, he rocks!
2. Ryan Seacrest-his imitation of a man is mind-boggling! (this was for Barry)
1. Jerry Seinfeld….how could the creator and star of the ALL-TIME best comedy in TV history have NEVER won an Emmy- I know this isn’t quite the travesty of Urkel, but nonetheless deserving of my first place award!
DRSACK said
MINE DO ENVOLVE HANNAH MONTANA AND NICK AND ABC FAMILY. 5.FERB-PHINEAS AND FERB
4.DAD FROM 7TH HEAVEN
3.RICO-HANNAH MONTANA
2.PATRIK STAR-SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS
1.MR.MOSEBY-THE SUITE LIF OF ZACK AND CODY
Susie said
well i must say:
1. Captain Kangaroo
2. Mike Douglas
3. Robert Wagner – It takes a thief…
4. Glen Campbell…he was a loveable drunk/drug addict
5. Flip wilson….how do you forget him?
6. Scott Baio – Joanie loves Chachi…
Tom Burtless said
5.Will Farrel – SNL
4.Jack – Lost
3.Cartman – South Park
2.House – House
1.GOB Bluth – Arrest Development
DGoodz said
thanks everyone for commenting, im thinking of doing a “top 5″ once a month, only if it gets approved by the BLOGMASTER
maryt4905 said
Fingers crossed on a monthy “Top 5″…keep’em coming!!!
Sue I thought of Robert Wagner meself..mmmm yummy
Allison said
Dave this was a great blog. i feel like i now have to share my top tv characters:
other than the defaults of eric cartman, stewie, and joey tribbiani, these are my other favs in no particular order
Cody Lambert-”Dude-sy!” “Ch-yeah!” Step by Step ruled my life in the 90s
Minkis-aka Cory Matthews arch enemy in the early years on Boy Meets World and inspiration of the term “damn shes as smart as a Minkis”
Ferguson Darling-I know everyone loved Sam and his love of not using the front door, but personally I feel Ferguson was the best character on Clarissa Explains it All
Mosquito “Skeeter” Valentine- “honk honk”
Donkeylips-Pudgy. Acne-ridden. Confused. Unfortunately, other than a classy little amp energy commercial, his career ended when Salute Your Shorts was canceled.
Master Shake-Aqua Teen Hunger Force is arguably one of the funniest shows ever created
DGOODZ said
thanks alli
your top 6 really brought back some memories, especially doug(who deserved better than that tease patti mayonase). I wish that show was still on the air, or re-runs at least.
Nagafooki said
My list will explain it all.
5. Archie Bunker especially when he yelled at Meathead. My most vivid black and white tv memory was Archie screaming at his daughter (Sally Struthers) because Meathead put the toilet paper with the roll going the wrong way. Boy was he mad…..Oh my god that was funny…tears….
4. The Three Stooges. Moe would slap the other two stooges just for being stupid. If he did not get through he would have to pull out the ballpein hammer. This had a great impact on my young impressionable mind. It dehuminized stupid people and desensitized me to their abuse. I have a lot of rage toward stupid people. I think this is why. Meathead was pretty stupid too. I bet you Moe would have went right to the ballpein hammer with him. Or maybe a shovel.
3. Tony Orlando. I remember how he would get mad at the two Dawns for being so stupid and he would slap them. If he still couldn’t get through he would pull out the ballpein hammer. Hilarious…Stupid Dawns.
2. J.J. Walker. Goodtimes. He was DIE-NOH-MITE. I remember hoping that someday maybe, just maybe I could be that smooth.
1. Wonder Woman. Linda Carter I think. “I am sorry but I have to squeeze into these hotpants, bullwhip you and tie you up with the lasso of truth. Did I mention that I come from an Island of hot women…Just hot women? Are you staring at my chest? Don’t lie to me!”
Game over.
Williamsville Bob said
Wasn’t sure how to log in as a guest blogger so I am leaving a few random thoughts here.
1.Don’t quite get the Hamburg Goodwin’s fascination with Urkel. Jimmy JJ Walker, Sherman Hemsley, or Gary “what you talkin about Willis” Coleman are studs compared to Urkel and all deserve lifetime achievement awards for their contributions..
2. What genius designed HSBC arena ?- one escalator to get 4000 people out of the 300 level.
3. Newsweeks cover this week – “when Barry became Barack”. I can see it coming “Barack on Buffalo”.
4. My top five: Andy Griffith, Commander Tom, Superman, Sam Malone , Jack Bauer.
Have a great day.
Bloguest champ said
i would like to congratulate myself for having the most views and comments on the bloguest i wrote(found it under blog stats). yeah im good
Old School said
5) Ward Cleaver
4) Arnold Ziffel
3) Maxwell Smart
2) Barney Rubble
1) Floyd the Barber
nagafooki said
oooh, A very solid list from Old School.
Very nice.
maryt4905 said
how did Nagafooki rate Old Schools list before it was osted? I am confused and outraged if this is some sort of a scam! Please explain!!!
Conner Delany said
Don’t know. I noticed it when I posted. I am posting from my home land of Eurasia.
Maybe that has something to do with it. Very strange though.
Almost as strange as being confused and outraged at the same time. What does that look like exactly?
Confused and Outraged.
ARGH! what?
Click on my name for a special message for you Marty. It will make you feel better.
Nagafooki said
oops my name is not Conner Delany.
Nagafooki said
jeepers
Nagafooki said
Anyway, Marty
I noticed that the post jumped in front of Old School when I submitted. I am posting from my home town of Eurasia though so that may have something to do with it. It is very strange.
Almost as strange as being confused and outraged at the sametime. What does that look like?
ARGH! ..what?
Click on my name for something that will make you feel better.
maryt4905 said
Oh that explains everything, didn’t know about the Euarsia timezone.PS I am not “Marty” that would be Maryt..Nafookiga..The love fest is too much. I wonder if the “missing pastor” recieved that same message and tried to follow that path to true love and friendship…no wonder he was confused