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Love Boat Star Recalls Snub by Famous Guest
24 Jan
Summary
- Ted Lange never forgot a guest star who refused to shake his hand.
- The actor wondered if his red jacket costume caused the snub.
- The guest star later apologized and introduced himself properly.
Ted Lange, who starred as bartender Isaac Washington on The Love Boat from 1977 to 1986, recounted a memorable negative first impression from a guest star. Lange was on the show's set when a guest star refused to shake his offered hand, a gesture meant to welcome them to the series. Lange speculated that his distinctive red jacket might have led the guest star to mistakenly believe he was an extra.
Later in the filming day, the guest star approached Lange with the director, apologizing for the earlier slight and introducing himself properly. Lange chose not to reveal the identity of the individual, stating he did not want to. The iconic ABC series aired from 1977 to 1986 and featured numerous guest stars.
