Retro Huell
Retro Huell showcases bits of the late, great Huell Howser before he became California's No. 1 adopted son. Click below to watch clips of Huell in Nashville, New York and more, interviewing famous and ordinary folks with his trademark enthusiasm. Huell, we still think you're AMAZING!
Retro Huell:
A pilot pitch Huell Howser made in 1977 works as as supercut for his pre-California career and all the eccentric characters he met in his home state.
Retro Huell:
Watch some clips from Huell's days at CBS-2 here in Los Angeles, including one that features Venice's own Skateboard Mama, Liz Bevington.
Retro Huell:
Watch an eclectic supercut of moments from Huell's past -- most of them jogging-related. Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton guest star.
Retro Huell:
Watch a full episode of Huell's 1979 series "To Life," in which he heads back to his native Tennessee.
Retro Huell:
You really must watch this 1980 clip of Huell Howser flirting with model Barbi Benton. Really.
Retro Huell:
Watch Huell Howser take a jog with then-NYC mayor Ed Kock back in a 1980 clip from the CBS show "To Life!"
Retro Huell:
Watching this clip of Huell Howser scampering around a field catching junebugs will make your day better. Realy.
Retro Huell:
Check out two clips from Huell's late-70s interview with country star Tammy Wynette
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Huell Howser and artist David Hockney venture out to the spot along Pearblossom Highway that Hockney transformed into a famous work of art.
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Huell attends the 1980 red carpet for the premiere of Dolly Parton's "Nine to Five."
Retro Huell:
A look into Huell's Nashville days reveals a pig that drinks Pepsi from a bottle. Your life is not complete unless you watch this.
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Two vintage Huell Howser clips have him touring the Eagles' "party plane" and then attending the kickoff to their 1994 reunion tour.
Retro Huell:
When Huell asks Hulk Hogan and Mr. T which one is stronger, things get physical pretty quickly.
Retro Huell:
In this 1979 clip, Huell Howser meets an African leopard that's more friendlier than you might expect. Also, Huell dresses like Tarzan.
Retro Huell:
Watch Huell Howser's 1981 interview with Tony Danza and Pink's Hot Dogs.
Retro Huell:
Huell accompanies John Ritter for a 1980 visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame, where John's father, the late Tex Ritter, is celebrated.
TV News:
Ever seen Huell interview someone and not seem like the most enthusiastic person in the room? Well, wait until you see Huell interview Richard Simmons.
TV News:
This 1981 clips shows Huell's interview with Luciano Pavarotti about the effort to make opera accessible to Americans.
TV News:
Huell Howser talks with "Poltergeist" actress Zelda Rubinstein and other members of a L.A. acting troupe for little people.
TV News:
Why was George Burns attending the 1980 Country Music Awards? Find out, in this glimpse into Huell Howser's past.
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