****DIANE NEWS****

Hi everyone, im back from spending a week in lovely Wales.

Diane emailed me while I was away to say that she is editing a final draft of a children's book that she wrote and illustrated, and wants to sell it on this site exclusively, thats fantastic news people, so watch this space, also she is staring in "The Adventures of Lass II" a very funny film.
More news to follow good times.

TWITTER ME

Hi everyone and thanks for lookin, well I finaly did it it got TWITTERED !! LOL it was bound to happen, so if your on Twitter add me Diane_Franklin lets get as many followers as possible and even more than Ashton Kutcher, surely there are more than 1 million Diane fans, good times.

Diane's Interview

Ok people here it is, what you have all been waiting for, my interview with Diane.


This interview answers some of the questions people have sent in regarding Diane Franklin so I asked Diane and here are her answers:


"At the age of 4, I stood up in restaurants and sang to the musak! I was a very expressive kid. Although, neither of my parents were in the entertainment industry, they were both very supportive of my desire to perform. They brought me to an agent who thought my hair was "too short and curly" and did not sign me. (It is ironic that "my hair" is what contributed to my success. It just goes to show how important it is to "be yourself"). Anyway, I did not give up. I took singing and dancing lessons until the age of 10 and was eventually accepted by an agent. During this time, my family did not have a lot of money, so "television" was my main source of entertainment.

I loved watching Marlo Thomas, an actress in the 70's television series "That Girl". She was the only young "dark haired" actress on television and I really identified with her! Although, I don't remember telling my friends I was going to be an actress, I think I just attracted friends who could accept it. From age 10 to 14, I did commercials, modelling, fashion shows, industrials and voice -over, all while going to a public school.

I really enjoyed having a normal life, while pursuing an acting career. (I was very fortunate to do this.) At 15, I was hired in a professional play called "The Happy Journey From Camden to Trenton". It was very exciting, and I learned a tremendous amount about theatre. At 17, I recurred on a television soap opera, "As The World Turns". Where I played a trouble-making teenager, Lois Middleton, although, in real life I was quite the opposite! During this time, I also was performing in my high school plays, which I loved. I was cast as Leisel in "The Sound of Music", Sarah In "Guys and Dolls" and Rosemary in "How to Succeed in Business Without Even Trying".

Because I acted so early, I was able to save up money for college. I started attending NYU and continued auditioning. Some of the films I was up for were "Karate Kid", "Exorcist", "Freaky Friday" (the original), "Amadeus", "Once Upon a Time in America" to name a few. I would have loved to work with Woody Allen, Ron Howard, Tom Hanks, Ben Stiller, Robert Redford, Christopher Guest and Robert De Niro, but I think I was too young. As far as romance with actors goes, I'll put those details in my memoirs! I've had crushes on all my leading men. (As an actress, you need to find something loveable about each guy, whether they are your type or not.) In my case, I've been pretty lucky that my leading men were all attractive to me.

My personal weakness is chocolate! I love dark chocolate the most! Godiva, Hershey, I have a sweet tooth! My perfect breakfast is a chocolate croissant, muffin or scone and coffee! (Although, when I'm acting, I skip the coffee!).

I don't know when I'll get a chance to visit the U.K. again. (I shot "Bill and Ted's" in England), but perhaps work will bring me there in the future! Recently, I completed "The Adventures of Lass", a very funny mockumentary, which won an award for "Best Parody" at the ISFFH. I still feel I have a lot to offer acting wise and look forward to more film and television work. I've written and illustrated a children's book (which I am presently looking for a publisher), sung the national anthem at Dodger Stadium, which was received very well and was a thrilling experience and have the most amazing family!,

I have to thank Brandy, in Texas as my first customer to my merchandise site! Thank you, Brandy! And I also want to say to anyone on this site, I am honoured that you took the time to read this! (It is a true complement to be remembered from the 80's!!)

I'd like to applaud all the hard work Mark did putting this blog together. He did a beautiful job!! Thank you Mark!!! It means a great deal to me and I am very proud that a fan would take the time to do this!

Love Always! Diane Franklin

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Happy Birthday To Me

Yes its my birthday tomorrow 1st April, and yes im a fool but a happy one, I got a nice parcel from Diane today with lots of pictures in and once scanned into computer and not forgeting that Diane doesnt mind, then I will put them on my blog, some of you have been asking me for a little info on Diane so here goes.

Diane was born 11 February 1962, in Plainview, New York, USA. Has stared in many adverts and films, plus many t.v programs, here is a run down :

# The Adventures of Lass (2009) Mum - Grandma
# Punchcard Player (2006) Sweetheart
# "Family Law" TV Announcer (1 episode, 2000)
- Media Relations (2000) TV episode TV Announcer

# "Providence" Diane Cavalero (1 episode, 1999)
- Blind Faith (1999) TV episode Diane Cavalero
# "Murder, She Wrote" Phyllis Gant (1 episode, 1991)
- Family Doctor (1991) TV episode Phyllis Gant

# How I Got Into College (1989) Sharon Browne
# "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" Paula / (1 episode, 1989)
- Romance Machine (1989) TV episode Paulette/Paula
# Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) Princess Joanna
# "Freddy's Nightmares" Jessica (1 episode, 1988)
... aka Freddy's Nightmares: A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Series
- The Bride Wore Red (1988) TV episode Jessica
# "Matlock" .... Nancy Lamont (2 episodes, 1987)
- The Court-Martial: Part 2 (1987) TV episode Nancy Lamont
- The Court-Martial: Part 1 (1987) TV episode Nancy Lamont
# "Charles in Charge" Anna Grudov (1 episode, 1987)
- A Date from Heck (1987) TV episode Anna Grudov
# Dallas: The Early Years (1986) (TV) Amanda Ewing
# TerrorVision (1986) Suzy Putterman
# "The Insiders" (1 episode, 1985)
- After the Fox (1985) TV episode
# Better Off Dead... (1985) Monique Junot
... aka Better Off Dead (USA)
# "Finder of Lost Loves" Emily Bennetts (1 episode, 1985)
- Broken Promises (1985) TV episode Emily Bennetts
# Second Time Lucky (1984) Eve
# "Bay City Blues" (2 episodes, 1983)
- Zircons Are Forever (1983) TV episode
- Beautiful Peoples (1983) TV episode
# Summer Girl (1983) (TV) Cinni
... aka The Hands That Rob the Cradle
# Deadly Lessons (1983) (TV) Stefanie Aggiston
# Amityville II: The Possession (1982) Patricia Montelli
# The Last American Virgin (1982) Karen

Hope this helps you mad fans.

Things not to leave on my blog

If your going to leave a comment and you know Diane, then please do not put telephone numbers in your comments, I see Anonymous left a number supposedly Dianes home number, DO NOT DO THIS IT IS NOT NICE, If your going to leave a comment be brave lets see who you are, this blog is for real fans of Diane so respect her privacy.

Contact With Diane Today

Well have you ever had a dream come true?? well mine did yesterday, I got an email from Diane and she loves the site, I have added a link to Dianes new site, on there you can buy loads of diferent items so go and have a look, I will be interviewing her in the next couple of days once I have got my feet back on the ground, so If you have any particular questions you would like me to ask then email me.

Dianes latest ,The Adventures of Lass

Set in the fantasy land of Sc'Ireland. The story follows a young girl named Lass (Olivia DeLaurentis) as she struggles to sell an old chicken before it falls over, full details can be seen here http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1366350/

Happy Birthday Diane

Happy birthday Diane for the 11th February from all your fans, we hope you had a great day, and if your feeling generous leave a message for all your fans, much love from everyone here.

Hi fans Im back

Hi Im back after a long period of sickness, yes I had a disc problem with my back and have spent the last 8 months in traction in bed, thanks for the emails they are muchly appreciated, ok its goin to take me a while to catch up with you all but just an update for you, here is a website you might like to visit

http://www.cafepress.com/DianeFranklin

it's endorsed and run by Diane. Take a look at the fantastic T-shirts, sweatshirts, bags, cups and many more items, all with Dianes picture on, what could be better than that, Wouldnt it be nice if Diane paid us a visit and left us a nice message. watch this space......................

Dianes Films

Hi everyone thanks for the emails, it seems some of you are having problems getting certain films especially Summer Girl, well try http://www.ioffer.com/ thats where I got some of mine from, if you still dont have any luck in getting the film you want then leave me a message on here with your email. I have all Diane's films on dvd and I will see what I can do ;)

The passing year

Hi everyone and I hope your year is going well so far, isnt it passing very quick, its March already and spring is here and a mans fancy turns to love lol. Thanks for the comments about Diane, I wish I had gone to high school with her! if I had I would be married to her now, it looks like Diane went down a storm at the recent Hollywood collectors show and I do have some pictures but cant put them on the site till I have permission from the owner so bummer!! you will have to wait. By all accounts Diane was very popular with the over 35's lol, and the new generation of Diane's fans who seem to have taken a liking to Last American Virgin, Im curious to see what your fave film of Dianes is? let me know, anyway for now friends and Diane good times ahead.............

Diane's next apperance

Hi everyone, I got a message off Brophtron (Thanks) reminding me that Diane is to appear at the Hollywood Collectors Show in February 2008. Unfortunatly I live in England and wont be able to make it, im gutted to say the least but if your going then please give her my love and take plenty of pictures for me, I might even use them on this site. Good times

Diane's Filmography Details

Diane had an extensive modeling and television commercial career as a teenager including campaigns for Coke, Trident, Jell-o and Maxwell House coffee.
Sang the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium on June 1, 2004, although as yet I have not seen any video of this or pictures so if you have any please message me

For those requesting the films of Diane, here is a list:

How I Got Into College (1989) . Sharon Browne
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) . Princess Joanna
Dallas: The Early Years (1986) (TV) . Amanda
TerrorVision (1986) . Suzy Putterman
Better Off Dead... (1985) . Monique Junot
Second Time Lucky (1984) . Eve
Summer Girl (1983) (TV) . Cinni
Deadly Lessons (1983) (TV) . Stefanie Aggiston
Amityville II: The Possession (1982) . Patricia Montelli
Last American Virgin, The (1982) . Karen

Update

I watched Dallas and Freddys Nightmares today both very good and of course both staring Diane, I spoke to a friend of Diane's today who is going to pass on my details to her and hopefully Diane will contact me. With a bit of luck I might get the lowdown on what Diane is up to in the near future, as usual I will keep you posted. Thanks again for the kind comments on the site as I have said it is on going and once I have permission from Diane I will post more pictures. Good Times

Update

Thanks for your emails regarding certain films people are having problems getting hold of, one of the best sites for Diane's films is www.ioffer.com, just put the film title into the search box and click away, also the site offers a wanted ad as well, just join the site and place an ''I want such and such a film staring Diane Franklin'' wanted ad. I have had a 100% success from this site so far so its well worth it. Other sites are Ebay and Amazon. I have put links to these sites at the bottom of the page.
If you need anymore help or info on Diane then message me here.

Diane's Films

Finaly last night I managed to purchase the last film of Diane's that I am collecting, the only exception being Punchcard Player which is not out till Sept 07.
I managed to get hold of Summer Girl, Terrorvision, Deadly Lessons and Dallas The Early Years, talk about excited. I also have on going enquiries re Freddys Nightmare The Bride Wore Red, I have spoke to a couple of people who have this on dvd and its all down to negotiation, will keep you posted.