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Fairchild Saw Robin Williams' Genius Before Mork & Mindy
21 Aug
Summary
- Fairchild recognized Robin Williams' genius during his Happy Days appearance.
- She turned down a regular role on Mork & Mindy to star in Flamingo Road.
- Fairchild later received a Golden Globe nomination for Flamingo Road.
Morgan Fairchild shared an early encounter with Robin Williams' extraordinary talent, recognizing his genius during his guest appearance on Happy Days. Williams' spot on the popular show was so well-received that it led to the development of his own spinoff, Mork & Mindy.
Fairchild was later offered a recurring role on Mork & Mindy by creator Garry Marshall. However, she was already committed to the series Flamingo Road. This decision proved fruitful, as Flamingo Road premiered in 1980 and earned her a Golden Globe nomination, propelling her to television stardom.
Despite her successful career path, Fairchild holds fond memories of working with Williams, describing him as a kind and gentle spirit. She recently began a podcast with her sister, Cathryn Hartt, titled 2 Bitches From Texas, discussing various topics.
