Fools Fall In Love – Smokey Joe’s Cafe
It's always nice when I can return to my first love and perform live theater. I headlined in a show called "Smokey Joe's Cafe". One of the solos in the show is called, "Fools Fall In Love", which I had the pleasure to sing. https://youtu.be/YVgDZg6JCsI
A True Fame Moment – Improve Singing with Jesse
Can't wait to see everyone for our upcoming Fame Reunion. Hope to share more moments like this one, because It was a true FAME moment. During the last reunion, the band began to improvise this really nice slow jam and then Jesse with his sultry voice stared writing on the spot. I joined in and the...
Teasing Dwayne Wayne
While Debbie Allen was directing "A Different World" I audition for a small roll in the episode, Mr. Hillman and got it. What you may not know is this was my second audition for the show. I totally bombed the first one, which was to play the role of Millicent, Whitney's side kick. I have no idea...
Star Stuck, Still!
I'm still awe struck by celebrities. Yes. To this very day. Still...Ahhh! Especially my Fame cast family. They are the dream, that God gave me a chance to realize. https://youtu.be/oP31M1H9BMs
Someone to Watch Over Me
I headlined a show called "Smokey Joe's Cafe" During the gig, we had a cabaret night. One of the songs I sang is my favorite old standard, "Someone to Watch Over Me". https://youtu.be/i-eTBVKc8X8
Having fun with Nia and Lee
Having fun with Nia and Lee during one of our rehearsal at the last Fame Reunion. https://youtube.com/shorts/0ELc5mc5b2w
She looks like Nia!
I found a really small clip from a Movie of the Week I did back in the day with Valerie Bertinelli. The project was called, "Taken Away". On the set, she walked over and started talking to me, cause I couldn't stop staring at her. She and Nia look so much alike. https://youtu.be/5DQy7Jobvn8
Dusty and Jesse are OK
The producers and director ended this painful moment in Dusty's life the right way. She decides to hang on to something she holds dear, her friendship with Jesse and she did it with strength. https://youtu.be/yn82JfSyxsA
Nichole Give Dusty Good Advice
Nicole and Dusty's relationship was a strong one. Much like the one I have with Nia. When I first joined FAME, Nia took me on as a big sister. Invited me to her home where we grilled burgers on her patio and sparked our life long friendship that remains to this day. Love you Nia. ...
Jesse Explains
In this scene, Jesse tries to explain how his feelings for Dusty are real, just different. Insider note: The stairs in this scene go nowhere. There is a small group of extras, huddled together on a ledge waiting to come down. https://youtu.be/ZZGHZ3FLkIw
Dusty and Jesse On Their “Date”.
Dusty having a great time on her date feels the time is right to go all in... but ahhhh... Years later, this is still a difficult scene for me to watch. https://youtu.be/tkSO4EI43Dg
Dusty Asks Jesse Out
Dusty wins the tickets to the U2 concert and wants Jesse to go with her. Question, is anyone else out there like me? You love songs but you don't know the name of the band or the artist who sings, it. (Embarrassing, I know) but I recall telling Jesse that he looks just like this guy that sings one...
Dusty is Smitten
Dusty gets into the song she is singing for Jesse so much, that she takes his gratefulness, the wrong way. Jesse kissing on Loretta was great fun too. We didn't do enough takes for this episode-- lol https://youtu.be/RR0_LnVTaz4
Dusty Sings for Jesse
Jesse and Dusty in the practice rooms working on the song he wants her to sing. The producers and writers chose another great song for me to sing. "Don't Turn Around" was covered by Tina Turner. https://youtu.be/PUtJvLuq0m8
Dusty’s Crush
My boyfriend, at the time and family were not crazy about this episode, but I commend the writers for touching on a topic that is not easy to address. I was both exhilarated and troubled by the task. As a method actor, I enjoyed finding new and exciting attributes about Jesse, that I really like....
FAME Reunion 2022!
Loretta Chandler Fame U.K. Reunion Promo. Join Loretta (Dusty) and the rest of the Fame cast in Birmingham, September 8th to 11th for Fame U.K. Reunion 2022. 3 concerts and a convention. Buy Tickets https://www.fameukreunion.co.uk/tickets-22 Also available Live in Liverpool CD...
We Have The Right To Be!
The production number for this episode, like so many of the others, was filmed months earlier in New York. https://youtu.be/LUXpoIk5yxU
I’m Staying
In this scene, Dusty stands up to her father. The hotel room was a box the tech crew built from scratch and in the first half of this scene I was asked to report to the dubbing studio to re-record what Dusting said when passing out invitations. The dubbing studio at MGM is a large sound stage. An...
What Have We Got To Lose?
In this scene, I distinctly recall Carrie not feeling well, but she pushed through and we go the the shot. I also personally think this scene gave the writers the idea that Dusty REALLY likes Jesse, or maybe it was this Los Angeles news articles. Reporters loved asking cast members to kiss for the...
Never Give Up On A Dream
I may be bias, but I believe the song writers on FAME were some of the best. They lyrics are so 'on point'! If you're a dreamer, you can't worry about what the future holds. You get out there and you break all the records set! https://youtu.be/RLJWZFPEVV4
Dad Want Dusty To Come Home
This clip was one of my real father's favorites because I sang a little opera. It was his favorite style of singing. At Pueblo Central High, Ms McKeag, the head music teacher exposed us to it. Each year her top music class would perform 'Handel's Messiah". Thank you "FAME" for letting me share my...
My Black History
During the last part of Black History Month, I thought I'd share a bit of my families 'Black History'. We've been fortunate in that Charles Kuralt shared our beginnings with the world. In this clip, I'm about 13. Wonder if you can guess which one is me? https://youtu.be/tD8eOI1rRoo
Not Like I Described It
In this scene, Dusty is caught stretching the truth. I have to admit, I had a problem with the truth growing up. I never felt I was enough being me, until my favorite music teacher busted me on a lie I told and made me see, it wasn't necessary. I reminded me that was already special and gifted...
Just like Colorado
Another shout out to my home town, Colorado and an insider movie making tip. -- During this scene, Reggie, played by Carrie Hamilton passed out fish sticks. The prop manager used frozen fish sticks so they would stay hard during each take.. except for the one that was handed to Dusty. Hers was...