Fame

Fame (1982-1987)

EndedScripted showDrama, Music

Fame follows the lives of the students and faculty at the fictional New York City High School for the Performing Arts.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (60 min)

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Baby, Remember My Name
Season 6Episode 2460 min

Baby, Remember My Name

The school is trying its hands at its first video yearbook and with alumni week in session, Bruno, Coco, Doris, Montgomery, Holly, and Chris are interviewed for the video. Miss Grant recommends Leroy for a lead in the alumni week show which is to be choreographed by big-time graduate Michael Taftner but he is not convinced that Leroy can take on the part. When Chris is asked to be guest speaker for Mr. Seger's class, he lies about his success which the two but heads over.
May 18, 1987

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E24Baby, Remember My NameMay 18, 1987
S06E23Alice Doesn't Work Here AnymoreMay 11, 1987
S06E22Of Cabbages and KingsMay 4, 1987
S06E21Reggie and RoseApr 27, 1987
S06E20The Lounge Singer Who Knew Too MuchApr 20, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of 'Fame' premiere?

'Fame' premiered on January 7, 1982.

Who played the lead role of Leroy Johnson?

Gene Anthony Ray played the iconic role of Leroy Johnson.

Where was the show's fictional NY school of the arts located?

The show's fictional NY school of the arts was located in Manhattan.

Who played the role of dance teacher Lydia Grant?

Debbie Allen played the role of dance teacher Lydia Grant.

What was the name of the show's theme song?

The show's theme song was called "Fame".

Who was the creator of the 'Fame' TV series?

The creator of 'Fame' TV series was Christopher Gore.

How many students were initially accepted into the NYC School of the Arts in the pilot episode?

In the pilot episode, 200 students applied for the New York City School of the Arts, but only 48 were accepted.

Who played the role of Coco Hernandez, the ambitious actress?

Irene Cara played the role of Coco Hernandez, the ambitious actress.

Who was the school's principal in the series?

The school's principal in the series was Ms. Sherwood, played by Carol Mayo Jenkins.

Who played the role of Danny Amatullo, the trumpet player?

Carlo Imperato played the role of Danny Amatullo, the trumpet player.

What was the format of the first season of 'Fame'?

The first season of 'Fame' was a one-hour drama series.

Who played Montgomery McNeil, the serious actor?

Lee Curreri played Montgomery McNeil, the serious actor.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Fame'?

The first season of 'Fame' had sixteen episodes.

Cast

Debbie Allen

Debbie Allen

plays Lydia Grant
Erica Gimpel

Erica Gimpel

plays Coco Hernandez
Cynthia Gibb

Cynthia Gibb

plays Holly Laird
Jesse Borrego

Jesse Borrego

plays Jesse Velasquez
Michael Cerveris

Michael Cerveris

plays Ian Ware
Eric Pierpoint

Eric Pierpoint

plays Paul Seeger
Lori Singer

Lori Singer

plays Julie Miller
Nia Peeples

Nia Peeples

plays Nicole Chapman
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Characters

Lydia Grant

Lydia Grant

played by Debbie Allen
Coco Hernandez

Coco Hernandez

played by Erica Gimpel
Holly Laird

Holly Laird

played by Cynthia Gibb
Jesse Velasquez

Jesse Velasquez

played by Jesse Borrego
Ian Ware

Ian Ware

played by Michael Cerveris
Paul Seeger

Paul Seeger

played by Eric Pierpoint
Julie Miller

Julie Miller

played by Lori Singer
Nicole Chapman

Nicole Chapman

played by Nia Peeples
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Also known as

  • Στον Πυρετό Της Δόξας (Greece)

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