2011 A look Back: THE HALL OF FAME

On July 16th we presented the first annual "AFTER HOURS WITH TC RESTANI HALL OF FAME" induction ceremony. After hosting the show for eight years we all thought it was time to give back to some of the amazing guests we have had walk through our curtain. Sabrina, my executive producer put together a selection committee that would nominate past guests to be voted into the HALL OF FAME by cast and crew. It did not take long to recognize the outstanding individuals that would be the first CLASS to be inducted. The first name that came down was The Late, Great Mr. Pat (Karate Kid) Morita. On our very first show back in 2003 Mr. Morita (along with Sherman Hemsley) were not only our first guests, but our first CELEBRITY guests. That was a special moment for me (being a kid of the 80's) to have Mr.Miyagi on my show was a total honor. Pat was in rare form that night and made his only time on the show...TIMELESS!  The second name was none other than the former WWF world champion THE IRON SHEIK. What can you say about this guy? The Sheik is THE SHEIK!. If you follow this BLOG? Then you know I gave the sheik a shout out a few posts back. He is one of a kind and his visits to the show have been UNBELIEVABLE. From winning the dinner with Sabrina, to cooking "JABRONI" Pepperoni pizza. THE IRON SHEIK never disappoints!
 
   The third name was not just one individual but a group of dedicated people that have kept not only their favorite childhood movie memory alive but mine as well! The 501st New England Garrison. The 501stNEG are part of a Star Wars costuming fan club that currently holds a 4000+ membership in all 50 U.S. states and 25 countries worldwide. From Stormtroopers to Snowtroopers, Bounty Hunters to Sith Lords, the 501st is the premier Imperial Star Wars costuming fan club in the galaxy! They do amazing charity work by using the magic of STAR WARS to bring smiles to fans of all ages. The three times they have been on the show you can "FEEL THE FORCE" in the air. Nothing beats going to the show and reading the guest list tonight... BOBA FETT, DARTH VADER and STORMTROOPERS! That was why I demanded to be the one to induct them. The CLASS OF 2011 will be a hard one to top. But I'm looking forward to the CLASS OF 2012! Click here http://youtu.be/0cNq0-8Pcu0 to view the induction of the CLASS OF 2011.
                                                                                         Until Next Time....
                                                              THIS IS AFTER HOURS & WE NEVER CLOSE!