This Day in History February 23, 1993

By Ruth on February 23, 2014 in history, television history
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RIP Gary Coleman
I grew up watching this actor in the show Different Strokes, and no one in my family knew the issues surrounding the show, least of all me.  On this date in 1993, one of the stars, Gary Coleman, won a massive lawsuit against his parents.  His parents (and business manager) misappropriated his amazing hundreds of thousands of dollars he earned as a child on that show, and this lawsuit won him 1.28 million.
For more info:
http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:http://www.experiencefestival.com/a/Gary_Coleman_-_Legal_struggles/id/1417718&strip=1
http://www.takepart.com/article/2011/02/23/retro-action-february-23-1993-gary-coleman-wins-back-13-million-his-parents

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

2 Comments

  1. Karen February 23, 2014 Reply

    I’m really beginning to think that parents should not be business managers. There is too much temptation to take what is not yours.

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      Ruth February 23, 2014 Reply

      I absolutely agree with you!

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