Dead Famous

Dead Famous (2004-2006)

EndedDocumentary showHistory, Supernatural

Gail Porter and Chris Fleming take a spirited road trip through the West Coast of America looking for the ghostly locations where the legends of stage and screen reside. She is a self-confessed sceptic, he is a "sensitive" able to detect paranormal events beyond the range of the five senses. Together their mission is to investigate the Dead Famous.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Janis Joplin
Season 3Episode 1060 min

Janis Joplin

Jun 13, 2006

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E10Janis JoplinJun 13, 2006
S03E06Andy WarholMay 16, 2006
S03E03Billy the KidApr 25, 2006
S03E02Nat King ColeApr 18, 2006
S03E09Rita HayworthApr 11, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Dead Famous premiere?

Dead Famous premiered on August 9, 2004.

Who hosted Dead Famous?

Chris Fleming and Gail Porter hosted Dead Famous.

What was the premise of Dead Famous?

Dead Famous was a reality television show that investigated alleged haunted locations and attempted to communicate with the spirits of dead celebrities.

How many episodes of Dead Famous were produced?

14 episodes of Dead Famous were produced.

What were some of the locations visited on Dead Famous?

Some of the locations visited on Dead Famous included the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the Chateau Marmont, and the Comedy Store.

Who were some of the celebrities investigated on Dead Famous?

Some of the celebrities investigated on Dead Famous included Marilyn Monroe, Harry Houdini, and John Belushi.

Did Dead Famous use any special equipment to communicate with spirits?

Yes, Dead Famous used special equipment such as EMF meters and thermal imaging cameras to attempt to communicate with spirits.

Did Dead Famous ever find evidence of paranormal activity?

The show's investigators claimed to have found evidence of paranormal activity on several occasions, but it was often disputed by skeptics.

Was Dead Famous a popular show?

Dead Famous did not achieve high ratings and was ultimately canceled after one season.

Did Dead Famous receive any awards or nominations?

Dead Famous did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Was Dead Famous controversial?

Dead Famous was controversial among skeptics who criticized the show's methods and claims of paranormal activity.

Was Dead Famous ever accused of faking evidence?

Yes, Dead Famous was accused of faking evidence on several occasions.

What happened to the hosts of Dead Famous after the show ended?

Chris Fleming continued to pursue paranormal investigations and became a popular YouTube personality, while Gail Porter continued to work as a television presenter.

Was Dead Famous ever released on DVD?

Yes, Dead Famous was released on DVD in North America.

Did Dead Famous inspire any similar shows?

Dead Famous was one of the earliest shows to investigate allegedly haunted locations and may have inspired similar shows such as Ghost Hunters and Ghost Adventures.

Cast

Gail Porter

Gail Porter

plays herself
Chris Fleming

Chris Fleming

plays himself
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Characters

Presenter

Presenter

played by Gail Porter
Psychic Investigator

Psychic Investigator

played by Chris Fleming
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Also known as

  • Dead Famous: Ghostly Encounters (United States)

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