Author Archives: donna loren
#2 Annette & Frankie, Deborah Walley, Dick Dale-Dr Pepper Celebrity Party (1963)
Take a good look at the Dr Pepper Celebrity Party I co-hosted with Dick Clark. Through the month of August I will be posting highlights of some of the greats that we still love and worship today that were present at this unique … Continue reading
My “Beach Blanket Bingo” Buddy, Bobbie
Just reunited with Bobbie Shaw Chance, the cutest ‘Beach Bunny’ of them all! Here we are at her acting studio with Shauna McClure (left), Doug ‘The Virginian’ McClure’s daughter, being presented with an original Beach Blanket Bingo poster signed by both … Continue reading
Atoms For Peace
The saying Atoms For Peace* originated when President Dwight Eisenhower decided the country had a single impression of the ATOM and that was the BOMB. To change the tide, he began a campaign to inform the public that atomic energy could … Continue reading
#1 Johnny Mathis-Dr Pepper Celebrity Party (1963)
Take a good look at the Dr Pepper Celebrity Party I co-hosted with Dick Clark. Through the month of August I will be posting highlights of some of the greats that we still love and worship today that were present at this unique … Continue reading
“Beach Blanket Bingo” Cupcake!
Now “Beach Blanket Bingo” isn’t only fun, it’s delicious too! Jarets Stuffed Cupcakes Website
“A-wop-bop-a-loo-mop-a-wop-bam-boom!”
Aired on Shindig! 4/28/65. Donna Loren, Bobby Sherman, The Wellingtons, Darlene Love and The Blossoms singing “Tutti Frutti” as part of an opening medley. This 1955 song, co-written and originally recorded by Little Richard, became his first major hit record. … Continue reading
Oatmeal Parfait
“Gruel, nothing but gruel” said Oliver Twist. Sure, a bowl of oatmeal is bland. Until you add your favorite condiments and a delicious creamy milk to it. Why not turn your morning gruel into dessert? Start with steel cut oatmeal. … Continue reading
Q&A with Legendary Songwriter Mike Stoller
Pictures are worth a thousand words. Mike Stoller is not only one of the greatest living American songwriters, but he is a gentleman and a scholar. He shed a tear while reminiscing over his long writing relationship with partner … Continue reading
My Husband, Hero & My Love
Jered is his name; honor is his game. How could I even think of pursuing my career without the devotion of Jered? And who would I have tea with every morning, listening so attentively? All my thoughts are on the … Continue reading
Moms and Mr. Moms, you are the best!
You know, being a Mom isn’t the easiest job in the world. But it’s the best! Happy Mother’s Day