Motion Pictures CANDY CLARK'S "AMERICAN GRAFFITI STORY"

CANDY CLARK: HER "AMERICAN GRAFFITI STORY" !

FOR HER ROLE OF "DEBBIE DUNHAM", IN THE 1973 Classic Film "American Graffiti", CANDY CLARK was nominated for an Academy Award as "Best Supporting Actress".

CANDY IS ONE OF THE nicest people you'll ever encounter, and has almost total recall concerning the film, the background of her character, the location, the historical time-frame of the period involved, the cultural importance of the film, and almost anything else you'd want to know about American Graffiti !

Candy loves doing the circuit of R&C shows around the country...and around the world ! She started doing car shows in 1999...and has done 'em every year since !

Candy is a fan-favorite, like Paul Le Mat, and, Bo Hopkins. Her table always has a constant line in front of it....fans wanting to talk about the film, and thank her for being a part of it.

I was privileged to spend some quality-time with Candy over the weekend at Darryl Starbird's 50th Anniversary Tulsa Rod & Custom Show in February, 2014. That's where this in-depth Interview took place on a Saturday afternoon and, although it had been a long day for Candy, she was sharp, spot-on with all of her answers, and just a pleasure to be with. Here's the Direct Link that will take you to the Interview: http://www.legends.thewwbc.net/gpage116.html

Enjoy this, and since Candy is once again heading-out to shows this Season, add your memories of both AG, and, meeting Candy...share 'em with us here !

Jonnie
www.legends.thewwbc.net

 

Excellent _ Thank-You

 

The greatest film ever.

 

I met Candy at several shows. A very nice and sweet girl. But the last time was at the Indoor Hot Rod Nats, at Timonium Md. I had my grandson with me. He was about six at the time. I already had her autograph on my garage wall at home. But she still took the time to talk to us, and share her story. She only stopped long enough to sign a autograph, when someone would come by. It wasn't as busy, or a long line like the NSRA Nats East in York Pa. I was there at the right time I guess. She likes Hot Rods, people, and sharing her story. Thanks for sharing, and a cool thread too.Ron....

 

Very nice lady- have talked to her a couple times. Exterminator

 

Great stuff, Jonnie. Thanks for posting.

 

Really miss this guy......................Rest in Peace, Wolfman.

 

"peel out!"...."what?"

 

I clicked your link but can't find the interview.

 

I was fortunate enough to run in to Wolfman at a car show here in So Cal years ago. Got him to sign my 8-track tape of A.G. which i played while cruising E st. ,San Berdo back in the 70's. Also have a poster with the main characters autographs. My favorite movie.

 

Outstanding as usual, Jonnie. I think she shud have gotten that Academy Award. She played that part so perfectly.

 

Me and the Lady last year LARS.

 

^^ I heard you turned down the role of Milner cuz they wanted you to paint your Deuce yellow and you wudn't hear of it.

 

I've gotten to talk to her at the Portland Roadster show a time or two.

 

One movie and a lifelong career. It took me 6 years of college and a couple of years as a trainee.

 

But you aren't as cute as she is.^^^^^^^

 

She and Cindy Williams will be at this year's Chrome City Ride in Ridgely, MD. Looking forward to it! Candy was there 2 years ago, but this will be Cindy's 1st appearance there.

 

Cindy was great in "The Conversation".
Have to watch that movie every chance I get

 

56showbox...

Sorry about the problem, but here's how it's usually solved. You need a Windows-based PC, or, an Android-based system with Adobe Flash installed.

Java Script/Adobe is free for the download...and once it is installed and on your system there shouldn't be a problem. (It's best to reboot you Comp. after it's installed.)
I just re-checked the Link and it's fine.
http://www.legends.thewwbc.net/gpage116.html

You should be able to get it okay, with a Windows or Android system as I mentioned above....it sometimes has problems with iPhone; iPads;iPods...they work on a different system.

Again, sorry you had the problem, but thanks for letting me know.

Best,

Jonnie
www.legends.thewwbc.net

 

Jalopy Joker, Chris, anthony myrick, gatz...

Thanks ! Appreciate your Posts !

Jonnie

 

That was great! Thank you. Now I'm gonna watch the movie again.

 

I didn't realize it was an audio recording. I had my speakers turned off. DUH!!!! Now I get it. LOL!!!

 

She is a great person. And always pleasant.

 

Scooter...That'll be a GREAT weekend for us all ! That's the same weekend as the KKOA Leadsled, in Salina ! http://www.legends.thewwbc.net/gpage116.html

Tell her we said "HI" !

Jonnie
www.legends.thewwbc.net

 

Hey, shoebox ! Didn't I say is was probably something simple ? You done good, my friend !!
Just click-on and you're there:http://www.legends.thewwbc.net/gpage116.html
Jonnie
www.legends.thewwbc.net

 

Never could figure out why Steve liked Laurie

 

Ron...Great story ! And memories that will last a lifetime ! Thanks for this !

Jonnie
www.legends.thewwbc.net

 

She was at the West Coast Kustom show in Santa Maria, Memorial Day weekend. She signed the inside of the deck lid on my buddies 63 Ford.