The late great Cloris Leachman, who passed away in January of 2021 at the age of 94, was a favorite guest on Movie Addict Headquarters because of her hilarious interview a few years ago. Actually, it was more a comedy ambush than an interview! She brought her son and manager George Englund Jr. with her -- and they talked about Cloris’ extraordinary showbiz career as well as her candid autobiography.    

With many Broadway plays, films and television shows plus training at the famous Actors Studio to her credit, Cloris had a wealth of acting experience to draw from, and she related many humorous incidents for listeners to enjoy, while George revealed what it was like for him to be his mother’s manager.

Cloris wowed audiences for over half a century. She worked with such megastars as Paul Newman, Meryl Streep, Steve McQueen, Katharine Hepburn, Dianne Keaton and Sissy Spacek. Among her numerous memorable films are The Last Picture Show (which earned her a Best Supporting Actress Oscar), Young Frankenstein  and High Anxiety. 

Her television career is equally remarkable -- even without considering her sensational appearance on Dancing with the Stars. She won nine Emmys for her brilliant work in such shows as Malcolm in the Middle, Mary Tyler Moore, Promised Land and A Brand New Life.

Listeners can hear this popular vintage episode ON DEMAND at any time during the month of May by clicking on the BlogTalkRadio link below. 

https://www.blogtalkradio.com/movieaddictheadquarters/2011/05/03/cloris-leachman-and-son