Come on Down: Generational Babe, Dian Parkinson

In which we showcase the best reason to stay home from school sick in the ‘80s. Generational babe, Dian Parkinson. Gen Xers like myself were practically raised on television, and the daytime game show The Price is Right was a constant for us back then. A longtime fixtures of the show, model Dian Parkinson served … Continue reading Come on Down: Generational Babe, Dian Parkinson →

Random Image Dump #39

Life is hard, so here are some pretty pictures to look at that’ll make it all a wee bit easier, at least for a moment. Cartoonist Cathy Guisewite, whose popular comic strip Cathy ran for 34 years. Here she is, back in the day, looking truly beautiful. Spectacular Zatanna cosplay by the curvaceous cosplayer Niveron. … Continue reading Random Image Dump #39 →

Marilyn Monday

In which Marilyn Monroe gives good leg. Our favorite blonde bombshell publicizing The Seven Year Itch (1955) and showing off the world’s most perfect set of pins. On the set of Love Nest (1951). How does one get that person’s job? Asking for a friend. Giving Cary Grant a glimpse of her jaw-dropping legs in … Continue reading Marilyn Monday →

Book Love

Some thoughts on book collecting, book reading, and book love, on National Book Lovers Day. Sometimes I look at the stacks of unread books that litter the rooms of our house and it dawns on me: I’m never going to read all of these books before I die. That’s a deep, existentially dreadful thought for … Continue reading Book Love →

Damn, Pam!

With Pamela Anderson back in theaters right now in The Naked Gun, here’s a small selection of classic Pamela shots to make you exclaim, “Daaamn, Pam!” For further reading on (and more pics of) Pammy, follow these links: https://starfirelounge.com/2023/03/17/lost-and-found-v-i-p/ https://starfirelounge.com/2025/07/15/late-night-memories-go-dodgers/

Hot Shots of the Week: Hop In

Well now, look who just pulled up to give you a lift (in more ways than one). Hop in, son. You’re about to ride shotgun with the late French actress Juliette Mayniel. Enjoy the view. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qNuo7GYxZHU

Random Image Dump #38: Summer Heat Edition

As summer temperatures soar ever higher, you’re likely just looking for some relief right now. Well, you came to the wrong place for that today! Excessive heat warning, indeed! We’re ratcheting up the heat even higher for this edition of Random Images. Be sure to pour your favorite ice cold beverage before consuming these caliente … Continue reading Random Image Dump #38: Summer Heat Edition →