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Bernie Kopell Reveals 'Love Boat' Doctor's Name Origin
22 Nov
Summary
- Bernie Kopell, 92, named 'Love Boat' character Dr. Adam Bricker.
- The name originated from a suggestion during late-night meetings.
- Kopell reminisced about the name's evolution from 'pricker' to 'Bricker'.
Actor Bernie Kopell, now 92, has unveiled the surprising origin behind the name of his well-known character, Dr. Adam Bricker, from the popular series 'The Love Boat.' During a recent celebration, Kopell recounted how the name emerged from collaborative, late-night discussions with director Hy Averback for the show's pilot, 'Love Boat II.'
Kopell explained that the doctor's flirtatious nature inspired the initial idea of calling him 'pricker.' This playful suggestion was then refined, with Kopell proposing the simple yet effective change from 'P' to 'B' to create the final character name, Dr. Adam Bricker.
'The Love Boat' aired from 1977 to 1986, becoming a beloved series. Kopell, who often reminisced about feeling 'blessed and privileged' to be part of the show, also praised the caliber of guest stars who appeared, including Eva Marie Saint and Debbie Reynolds, making each filming experience unique and exciting.
