Between the Lines and Behind the Scenes of "Dallas"
Today marks the 40th anniversary of “Dallas’s” famous “Who Shot J.R.?” cliffhanger, and Dallas Decoder is honoring the occasion with an all-new Lego tribute. My husband, Andrew, has created a playset that shows everyone’s favorite dastardly oil baron, J.R. Ewing, getting what’s coming to him. The set combines the final moments of “A House Divided,” […]
Who baked for J.R.? This year’s fifth (!) annual “Dallas Desserts” holiday bakeoff brings you a competition between those squabbling Shepard sisters: Sue Ellen’s Black and White Cookies versus Kristin’s Peanut Butter Ginger Cookies. My husband Andrew, who blogs at Cook In / Dine Out, created both recipes. Whose cookie do you prefer? Cast your […]
Dallas Decoder’s next #DallasChat on Twitter will be Monday, September 19, from 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern time. This discussion will begin a series of all-new chats after a summer of “best of” reruns. Our theme will be “Fall for #DallasChat,” which means we’ll talk about classic moments from the original show’s autumn premieres, as […]
Dallas Decoder’s next #DallasChat on Twitter will be Monday, March 7, from 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern time. The theme, “Two-timin’ II,” is a sequel to a similar discussion from last year. If you’re new to #DallasChat — or if you need a refresher — here’s how it works: During each hour-long discussion, I tweet […]
Patrick Duffy, Linda Gray and several other “Dallas” stars are slated to participate in a Los Angeles autograph show next weekend. The Hollywood Show will be held from Friday, October 30, through Sunday, November 1, at the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel. The other “Dallas” alumni scheduled to participate are Ken Kercheval, Charlene Tilton, Christopher […]
“Dallas” debuted 37 years ago today. Here’s why we still love the Ewings. 37. “Digger’s Daughter.” Bobby marries Pam, Lucy and Ray take a roll in the hay and Jock calls J.R. a jackass. Could this show have gotten off to a better start? 36. Southfork. To a lot of us, the white house on Braddock […]
Here’s a list of “Dallas” characters who were killed off for a variety of reasons. Choose one character who should have stayed alive, even if it meant recasting the role with another actor. Share your comments below and vote in Dallas Decoder’s other polls.
“Dallas” has given us lots of great villainesses over the years. Time to choose your favorite! Share your comments below and vote in Dallas Decoder’s other polls.
Dallas Decoder’s next #DallasChat on Twitter will be Monday, January 26, from 9 to 10 p.m. Eastern time. Our theme: “Witchy Women.” We’ll discuss Kristin Shepard, Emma Ryland and all the other great “Dallas” villainesses. Here’s how #DallasChat works: During each hour-long discussion, I tweet 10 questions from my Twitter handle, @DallasDecoder. Fans respond to […]
Remember when “Dallas” ruled the world? Here are 36 experiences shared by fans who’ve loved the show since its heyday. 1. Getting together with the fam on Friday nights to watch the show. 2. Feeling excited when you saw this because it meant “Dallas” was up next. 3. Getting chills when the “Dallas” […]
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