On a personal note, while I was there, on more
than one occasion people asked me if I was Noel Neill’s daughter. At
first I thought nothing of it until I left and I was in the lobby, and
someone else stopped me to ask the same thing. It was then that I
realized that in a curious way I gotten the opportunity to be Noel
Neill’s daughter for a whole afternoon! This is one of those moments
where life comes full circle. What was moving was the continuum of it
all. For after 45 years, nothing had changed. This was and is my role
model. The life that she lives is what I have to look up to. What do you
say to someone who has given to you everyday of your life without
knowing it? Probably nothing. But if I had to come up with something, I
would sum it up in 2 words…“Thanks Mom.”
by Mike Goldman
It was great seeing Noel again, at the 2nd annual
Phoenix ComicCon on Saturday, January 27th. As always, Noel was
lovely, and Larry was at his best too. The crowds were large, and
Noel was just amazing - constantly on the go! But what else would
you expect from this 86 year old youngster! I lost track over how
many people stopped at Noel and Larry's booth. There was no
generation gap here - young and old, male and female, they just kept
coming up to Noel, all with huge smiles on their faces.
Unfortunately, (or
perhaps fortunately!) the photo Larry took of Noel and me did not
come out well. But this isn't about me anyway; it's about Noel and
her legion of fans, young and old alike.
Over
and over I heard middle aged people come over and say how much they
appreciated Noel and The Adventures Of Superman. They
remembered the show from their childhood. Over and over, they were
amazed when they saw all the photos of the other facets of Noel's
long career that were on display. Lots of photos and books
left the table, all personally autographed by Noel.
One
woman came over to Noel and didn't ask for a photo, didn't ask for
an autograph. She simply looked at Noel and said, "May I give you a
hug?" But the best fan reaction was this one. A lovely young girl,
who couldn't have been more than 12 years old, came up to the table,
stared at Noel, and said, "Oh my God - it's Lois Lane! It's such
an honor to meet you!" Well, naturally, she got a hug and kiss from
Noel. And Noel spent some time talking to her. She did that with
each and every person who came up to her. Noel's energy is amazing.
But
this might be the scoop of the day! Larry asked me to escort Noel
over to a booth that had been set up by Warner Home Video. They were
there producing a bonus feature for the 6th season DVD of
Smallville. They had something called the "Ultimate FanCam".
They were having anyone who was interested sit down,
and
they would ask some scripted questions, and videotape the fan's
responses, some of which will be included in this bonus feature on
the DVD. So, it was a real treat to watch them interview Noel. She
was their special guest interview, of course.
It was a great time spent watching Noel in the middle of her legion
of fans, young and old alike. On a personal note, I'd like to thank
Noel and Larry for their wonderful friendship.
January 2007
Collectors
and Celebrity Show
October 14 & 15, 2006
Carl and
Leslie had a wonderful time seeing old friends
and meeting
new ones in Burbank California!
Noel was as
beautiful as ever!
Take a moment
and reminisce with us as we
catalog
favorite moments!
We met up with
Steven Kirk and Jan! We knew Mary Spooner was going to be there--
and we would
meet in person for the FIRST time! So far it has been emails and phone
calls!
We were
surprised with Steve Randisi showing up! What a treat!
Also, Philip
(with only one L!) Doctor--it was good to see him again!
Vince Marzo
came to meet Leslie (oh yeah Carl too).
It's an honor
to have people come out specially to meet "Glass House."
Noel is as
popular with the stars as she is with her fans. Bill Mumy, Gerard
Christopher
and Alan Young
all made special trips to see her and to get a hug.
Even Chubby
Checker came to give a special hug to "Lois Lane!" Noel got "twisted!"
A fan came
prepared for pictures with Noel in a "Kirk Alyn Superman" costume.
Noel is
impressed with the young man of steel--
BUT Steven
looks like someone stole his thunder!
Carl catches
up with Jon Provost and gets to meet Robert Easton for the first time.
Steven stood
in a long line...for a long time...to get this close to Stephanie
Powers!
The crowds
were constant both days! And--Leslie got to meet her artistic hero--
Ray
Harryhausen!! What a treat! Carl only had eyes for Noel!!
He is her
(self-proclaimed) NUMBER ONE
FAN!!!
Thanks for
helping us record our memories! That's what friends are for!!
October 2006
California
State Fair
August 12, 2005
Sacramento, California
Superhero Exhibit
Some favorite Superheros were on hand to take pictures with. Sadly,
Batman was physically absent, but a LEGO statute of him was present! It
was AMAZING! The statue itself was slightly larger than life-size and
was standing on a brick base with LEGO gargoyles decorating it (Wayne
Manor?).
The crowds were perpetual and kept Noel very busy!!
We met Craig (and his brother Scott) whom we somehow missed meeting at
Wonder Con in February of this year!! Like passing ships in the night!!
When we got to the exhibit, we were greeted with "It's Carl and Leslie
Glass!!" like we were celebrities.
(A young girl even asked for our autographs! We declined!)
Craig had brought his "Truth, Justice, and the American Way" for Noel to
sign.
Beyond Noel (in the photo), the US Post Office had set up shop and sold
the SUPERHERO Stamp collection. There are 20 Superhero stamps,
collectible pins, and other commemorative items.
It was very convenient
for us to have them close,
because then we didn't have to go to the post office for our
Superman memorabilia!
We had a wonderful time! ...Until next time!!
August 2006
Here is Noel as Gertrude in a dramatic scene from Superman
Returns
This is the first public image of Noel Neill as Getrude with Kevin
Spacey as Lex Luthor in Superman Returns. This image is on one of
the trading cards
being issued by the Topps Trading Card Company.
Many thanks to Steve Younis, Noel Neill, Larry Ward, and Steven Kirk.
Carl finally meets Lou (after two attempts)
Efren Ramirez (Pedro in Napoleon Dynamite) our new friend!
BTW...He LOVES Noel Neill! See more at:
efrenramirez.imeem.com
"Our new best friend" Scott L Schwartz--He is a really nice guy!
BUT--don't tell him we said so! Check him out at
ultimatebadguy.com
Carl had a BLAST! Two Conventions in Two months! Gotta slow down!
March 2006
We had a great time and wanted to share these photos
with you!
Wondercon (Homeland) Security!
A small sample of the booths--before the crowds got wall-to-wall!
See Noel's sparkling belt? That was a birthday gift from an adoring
fan!
Also, Carl with John Provost (Timmy of Lassie fame). He's really a
nice guy!
Q & A session with Bryan Singer and surprise guest,
Brandon Routh--
OUR NEW SUPERMAN!
The chemistry between Bryan and Brandon was easygoing
and charming.
We were very impressed with Brandon's demeanor and
humility regarding his role as an American Icon. We are looking forward
to the release of SUPERMAN RETURNS.
1948 "Lois Lane" in Superman
The Serial
First year episode with Jon
FYI--Noel
is on a "walkie-talkie"
as Timmy in Lassie
(not a phone--for those that have never seen one!)
A gathering of Supe Fans after the WonderCon for a
great dinner
and nostalgic memories!
Liz with Don
Holmes
John Raspanti and Tracy Carl and
Bruce Dettman
Old Mr. Bloopers with New Mr. Bloopers!
A GREAT time was had by all!
February 2006
Press the icon
on the left for photos
from Noel's 85th Birthday Bash !!
November 2005
Noel Neill and Terry Ryan
Noel takes time
out from her busy shooting schedule to visit with Australia's #1 TAOS
fan, Terry Ryan. Noel was shooting her scenes in the upcoming
Superman Returns.
The movie was released in June 2006.
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