Belated Birthday Wishes to Dennis!

It's The Birthday Boy - Dennis!
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

A belated Happy Birthday to Dennis Franz! Dennis celebrated his birthday on Friday, October 28th. I'm sure it was happy.

Charlotte joins John Stamos on the cast of ABC comedy!

Charlotte
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

See details below!!!

Some changes here and there!

Hello Blog-ettes!

I've added a couple items here on the blog and wanted to tell you why and what they can do for you - and me! First, you'll notice just at the top of the page a Google search box as well as Google ads. I placed the search box so if any readers want to search for their favorite Blue actor or anyone or anything else, they can easily do so right here. The ads and search links will generate a couple cents here and there for this website when you click on them and use the search engines. I'm not getting rich but every cent helps out these days, right?! The Amazon link is similar in that you can easily search for new releases of NYPD Blue on dvd and other series and books and all that Amazon offers. You can even go ahead and pre-order Season 3 of NYPD Blue & Season 1 of Beggars & Choosers - a wonderful comedy/drama series Charlotte Ross starred in on Showtime a couple years back. She's terrific in it!

Also, please take a moment and notice the NEW Links of the Month on the right-hand side of the page. I've added a link to Sophie's terrific site dedicated to Andy and Charlotte. There is SO much on her site - screen captures, video clips, montages - you really must check it out. Most of the site is in French but you can easily understand the links on the side of the homepage. And the photos ....well, they are universal!

I also added a link to Ask Ausiello on the TV Guide site. Ausiello answers questions emailed in weekly - the site is updated every Wednesday. So, ask your unanswered questions about Blue or ask what you favorites of Blue are up to these days.....like, for example, Where the HECK is Dennis Franz going to pop up? Commander In Chief with his old friend Bochco & MPG? On Deadwood with his buddy Milch? A TV Movie? Stopping by The West Wing to check in with his friend Jimmy Smits? Who knows.... Maybe Ausiello --- ASK AUSIELLO----he might just have the answer!! There is a link on the site to send your questions in.

Lastly, if there is anything or anyone you'd like to see here on the blog, please post them in the comments to this post. I'll try to find out as much as I can and what you want via my industry connections and pass that information along to you.

Charlotte joins the cast of ABC comedy!

Charlotte
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

It's true - Charlotte will be joining the cast of the ABC comedy "Jake In Progress" when it returns to the line-up in January. The series, which aired last spring on ABC, stars John Stamos as a good looking publicist who is looking for more out of his life. Charlotte will portray Annie, the former fiance of Stamos' character. Her unexpected return into Jake's life prompts him to consider settling down, even though Annie is engaged to someone else. Sounds like this could be fun!

FINALLY, the wait is over for us fans of Charlotte Ross who have been climbing the walls waiting for her to return to TV or film! The wait is almost over!! Yippee!!

Rick attends a gala....

Rick Schroder
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

...for Boys and Girls Clubs of America. The celebration was entitled Heroes and High Hopes and took place at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Henry takes in a film premiere

Henry
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry attended the premiere of the feature film Jarhead last night at the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood. Nice smile.

some how, this just seems normal for Garcelle

Garcelle
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Garcelle is seen here hitting the red carpet at the Frederick's of Hollywood runway show to debut their Spring 2005 lingerie line. There's just so much more I could say about this image but I'll be a good girl.

Henry Simmons - out again and getting his groove on...

Henry Simmons
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry attended the Mary J Blige concert at the Henry Fonda Theatre last night in LA. Where's Eva?!

Bonnie hits the casino...

Bonnie
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

....the casino party that is. Bonnie Sommerville, who is starring in the new Fox comedy Kitchen Confidential, attended the Fox Fall Casino Party.

Henry on the party circuit

Henry
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry Simmons took in the Frye Boot party which wrapped up Fashion Week in Los Angeles.

Mark-Paul joins Commander-In-Chief

Mark-Paul
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Mark Paul Gosselaar will be joining the hit ABC series Commander-In-Chief on the 9th episode. Gosselaar will be playing a yet to be named savy media stategist. Looks like he'll be hooking up with former boss Steven Bochco who has just taken over the reigns of the drama starring Gina Davis, Donald Sutherland and Kyle Secor.

Sharon comes out for the arts

Sharon
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Sharon Lawrence joined other celebs at the fundraiser for the Edgemar Center for the Arts in Santa Monica on Saturday. The yearly event helps fund their childrens outreach program.

Danny and Andy? Andy and Bobby? Greg and Baldwin? Rita and Connie? Who are your favorite partners on Blue?

Sipowicz and Clark at work, originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Over the seasons, there were partners by the dozens on NYPD Blue. Who were your favorites or who would you have liked to see partner up on the show but it just never happened? I'd have to say Bobby and Andy were probably my favorite duo. They just clicked together. But Andy and John Clark were pretty good together too. The scene where Andy threw John's corn nuts out the car window was priceless! One of my favorite Andy and Bobby scenes was them singing Duke of Earl or Andy talking about "throwing his best hump" with Bobby. Also, although it was just temporary and wouldn't be my favorite partner duo, I really enjoyed Connie and Eddie Gibson together. They had some absolutely priceless scenes together. It provided some good semi-comic relief at times in the drama.

If I could have a fantasy partnership (am I too into my fantasy football right now or what?!) I might go with Andy and Connie or Andy and Rita. As I've mentioned before, I'm a card carrying member of the Andy and Connie club and I've so enjoyed the work of Dennis and Charlotte. They worked a few cases together - when Danny was missing - and they were just excellent together. I would also have liked to have seen Andy and Rita working together. I think Jacqueline Obradors is one of the most highly underrated cast members of this show. When she had the opportunities to shine she did so - brightly. But she only got a few chances to do so. I think if she had worked with Dennis Franz/Andy more often on a case it would have been wonderful. I think the writers dropped the ball when actress Jesslyn Gilsig was added to the show after Charlotte Ross left. Instead of adding a character that didn't offer much other than some minor friction or tension to the show I feel the series would have benefitted much more by giving Obradors more of a role. She should have moved up to Connie's desk and taken over that role of lead female detective. She was ready but the writers just didn't come through.

OK - now it's your turn to tell the world your 10 cents worth....inflation ya know. Post/Comment away!

What's up with Kim?

Kim
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

I've been asked a lot over the past fews days what is going on with Kim Delaney. Well, I don't know! Since her court cast earlier this fall she's been out of the spotlight - which is probably a good thing. She needs to focus on herself and getting her life in order. I have no information on if or when she went to rehab or not. I did find out that the tv movie 10.5 Apocalypse began filming this summer in Canada and should be completed by now. BTW, Garcelle Beauvais is listed in the credits also.

James McDaniel gets to keep working a little longer

McDaniel and cast members
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

James McDaniel, currently starring off-Broadway in A Soldier's Play, got the word his show will be continued through late November. McDaniel's has recieved excellent reviews in the play in which he co-stars with Taye Diggs.

Interested in seeing A Soldier's Play? Call the Second Stage directly at 1-212-246-4422 or 1-800-766-6048. The Second Stage Theatre is located at 307 W. 43rd St., just west of Eighth Avenue.

Gordon is a Guest Star in November

Gordon
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Don't miss Without A Trace on November 10. Gordon Clapp will be guesting on the CBS series as a man who reportedly let his marriage and career slip away after his teenaged daughter succumbed to leukemia. The "Without A Trace" team's search leads them to a mystery girl featured in an abundance of child porn photos found in the missing man's home.

Together again! Henry and Garcelle

Henry and Garcelle
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry and Garcelle arrived together for the Environment Media Awards last night at the Ebell Theatre in LA. The awards salute outstanding use of environment themes in the media.

former Blue stars on new sitcoms

Jackie on Freddie
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Just a little reminder: Jackie O co-stars on Freddie on ABC Wednesday nights - like in tonight! Jackie is one of 3 (I think) of the former cast members on new sitcoms this fall. The others are Gail O'Grady on Hot Properies (ABC) and Bonnie Somerville on Kitchen Confidential over at Fox. Anyone seen all three series? Any comments? Personally, I've seen Kitchen Confidential and I liked it. I've Tivo'ed Freddie but haven't watched it yet. Haven't seen Hot Properties....it just doesn't look appealing to me but I might be swayed to check it out if anyone says it's worthwhile. BTW, this photo of Jackie giving Freddie Prinz, Jr. a hug is from tonights episode of Freddie.

Henry...again....with a new look and he looks good!

Henry
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry Simmons showed up at Smashbox Studios to watch the runway shows of several designers on Tuesday, October 18th. His fiance, Eva Pigford, modeled in several of the shows. Henry was also sporting a new look as you can see in this photo. I like! Henry, you always look good in my book!

Congratulations to Henry and Eva.....

Henry and Eva
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

...on your pending nuptials! The reps for both Henry and model Eva Pigford confirmed that the couple has recently become engaged and plan to wed next spring. Congrats!

It's Fashion Week in LA...of course Garcelle's there!

Garcelle and husband, Michael
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Garcelle Beauvais Nilon and her husband, Michael Nilon took in the Kevan Hall runway show at Smashbox in Culver City on Sunday. Front row, of course! The event helps kick off the Fashion Week of events in LA.

Gail O'Grady at Lili Claire Foundation Benefit

Gail O'Grady
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Gail arrives at the annual Lili Claire Foundation Benefit at the Beverly Hilton on Saturday. The Foundation raises funds for counseling and advocacy services for children living with neurogenetic birth defects and their families.

Bonnie at the Hilton

Bonnie Somerville
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Bonnie Somerville arriving at the Lili Claire Foundation Benefit at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Which episode of Blue is your favorite?

Dennis Franz during NYPD Blue filming in New York
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Since it appears the former cast of Blue is keeping a low profile these days --- let's hope they are saving up for the holiday party season right around the corner --- I thought it might be a good time to ask the ever popular question....Which episode of Blue was your personal favorite? I've got a few - You Da Bomb, Ho Down, Oedipus Wrecked....you can see where I'm going. I've a fan of the Andy and Connie storyline and the work of actors Dennis Franz and Charlotte Ross. What is your favorite episode? Just click the comment link below this post and tell us which episodes are your favorites and why....come on, it doesn't hurt and you don't even have to tell us your name...Post away!

Gilsig heads to the North Country

Jessalyn Gilsig
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Jessalyn Gilsig looks happy as she arrives for the premiere of the new Charlize Theron film, North Country.

Jackie shows up at the beach

Jackie
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Jackie O put in an appearance at the Pier del Sol in Santa Monica on Sunday. The event was a benefit for Special Olympics and hosted by Maria Shriver.

Surfer Rick

Rick
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Rick Schroder was among the celebrities who caught some waves yesterday at a surfing event sponsored by Rip Curl in Malibu.

the ever stylish Bonnie Somerville

Bonnie
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Bonnie Somerville was a presenter at the 2nd Annual Hollywood Style Awards on Sunday. The event was sponsored by Movieline Hollywood Life Magazine and took place at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood.

Henry and Eva together again

Henry and Eva
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

Henry and Eva Pigford pose for cameras at the Rape Treatment Center Annual Benefit in Santa Monica.

Bill Brochtrup hits the boards in Boston

Bill
Originally uploaded by Blue4You.

In the Boston area? Bill Brochtrup can be seen on stage in Theater District at the Speak Easy Stage Company now through October. For ticket information call 617-482-3279.