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real-estate2 years ago

"Mary Tyler Moore's Iconic Connecticut Estate Listed for $21.9M"

The Connecticut estate of late actress Mary Tyler Moore has been listed for sale at $21.9 million. The Georgian Colonial home, purchased by Moore and her husband in 2006 for $10 million, sits on over seven acres of land in Greenwich. The 13,825-square-foot property features five bedrooms, seven-and-two-half baths, a glass conservatory, an elevator, a gym with spa facilities, a swimming pool, and an outdoor fireplace. The couple renovated and expanded the home, creating a serene conservatory that was Moore's special place. The decision to sell the property was described as "massively difficult" by Moore's husband, who emphasized that the house was built to match her image of the perfect place.

entertainment2 years ago

'Dick Van Dyke' star's 'conflict' with Mary Tyler Moore: A Distant On-Screen Duo

Rose Marie, known for her role as Sally Rogers on "The Dick Van Dyke Show," had a "conflict" with co-star Mary Tyler Moore during the hit sitcom. According to Rose Marie's daughter, the two never became close, with tensions arising as the show shifted its focus more towards the home life of Dick and Mary. Despite this, Rose Marie developed a close friendship with Dick Van Dyke. The actress, who passed away in 2017, is being celebrated with the release of an album featuring her classic songs.

entertainment2 years ago

Uncovering the Private and Inspiring Life of Mary Tyler Moore.

The HBO documentary "Being Mary Tyler Moore" reveals rare footage and interviews to shed light on the beloved TV star's personal life. The documentary highlights Moore's battles to wear pants on "The Dick Van Dyke Show," CBS's reluctance to make Mary Richards a divorced woman on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," and her personal tragedy while filming "Ordinary People." The documentary also showcases Moore's true love with cardiologist Robert Levine, whom she spent the rest of her days with.

entertainment2 years ago

Uncovering the Private and Personal Life of Mary Tyler Moore.

HBO's new documentary "Being Mary Tyler Moore" explores the life and career of the actress who starred in two iconic sitcoms, "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." The documentary features family photos and home movies, as well as interviews with colleagues, friends, and family. While Moore's life was marked by tragedy, including the loss of her son and struggles with diabetes and alcoholism, the documentary ultimately celebrates her personal life and legacy as a trailblazing actress and cultural figurehead.

entertainment2 years ago

The Life and Legacy of Mary Tyler Moore: A Revealing Look

HBO's "Being Mary Tyler Moore" documentary celebrates the life and career of the iconic TV star, highlighting her comedic gifts and groundbreaking roles in "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." The film also explores the mores of the time, including the network's discomfort with a show built around a divorced woman, and the not-so-subtle sexism Moore faced. Despite a lackluster movie career, Moore left a mark beyond her work on screen, championing quality TV through her production company and advocating for women's rights and diabetes research.

entertainment2 years ago

The Life and Legacy of Mary Tyler Moore: Tragedies, Triumphs, and Trailblazing.

HBO's documentary "Being Mary Tyler Moore" explores the life and career of the iconic actress, delving into her personal struggles, triumphs, and tragedies, including the death of her son, her sister's overdose, and her battle with diabetes. The documentary covers her famous roles in "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," as well as her lesser-known TV roles and includes never-before-seen footage. Friends and colleagues provide off-camera interviews, leaving the documentary to laser-focus on Moore, who passed away in 2017 at the age of 80. "Being Mary Tyler Moore" premieres on May 26 at 8 p.m. on HBO.

culture2 years ago

"Being Mary Tyler Moore": A Nostalgic Tribute to a TV Revolutionary.

The new HBO documentary "Being Mary Tyler Moore" examines the life of the actress who embodied a certain kind of hopeful feminism in her most famous role as Mary Richards on her self-titled 1970s television show. The documentary frames Moore's life in the context of the women's movement, interspersing footage of feminist rallies, news stories about Roe v. Wade and clips of Gloria Steinem and Betty Friedan. While Moore's TV self seemed fully in step with feminism, her personal life was more complicated. The documentary grants the film a nostalgic preserved-in-amber effect, situating Moore's life firmly in the past, but it sets the world she represented firmly in the past too, reminding us that the historical moment when feminism's progress seemed assured has vanished.

entertainment2 years ago

The Untold Story of Mary Tyler Moore's Husband and Their First Meeting.

Mary Tyler Moore's widower, Dr. Robert Levine, has opened up about their three-decade marriage, saying he didn't recognize her as a star actress when they first met. Levine is executive producer of a new documentary, titled Being Mary Tyler Moore, which is due out on Friday on HBO and streaming service Max. The documentary includes never-before-seen pictures and archival footage found in Moore's own basement, showing intimate moments from her life outside the limelight. Moore battled alcohol addiction and Type 1 diabetes, and suffered health challenges for much of her life.