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)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E24Baby, Remember My Namemai 18, 1987
S06E23Alice Doesn't Work Here Anymoremai 11, 1987
S06E22Of Cabbages and Kingsmai 4, 1987
S06E21Reggie and Roseavr. 27, 1987
S06E20The Lounge Singer Who Knew Too Muchavr. 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.

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Also known as

  • Στον Πυρετό Της Δόξας (Greece)

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