Friday, September 10, 2010

RIP Billie Mae Richards, voice of Rudolph and Tenderheart Bear


A little off track, but I have a soft spot for the 1964 classic Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer by Rankin/Bass (and all their other specials for that matter). Just heard today via Rankin/Bass Historian's blog that the fabulous actress who played Rudolph, Billie Mae Richards, passed away today. She was also the voice of Tender Heart Bear in the original Care Bears for all those 80s kids out there, like me. RIP



I've always been the ultimate misfit. Completely sympathize with Rudolph and Hermey. Hooray for us freaks!




I adore this song and try to keep it in mind every day

6 comments:

BaronessVonVintage said...

aw, that's so sad! :(

Tom said...

Oh, so sad. I remember watching a few episodes of Care Bares, but I think it was aimed more at girls. Lol.

Sarah said...

Wow! That brings back memories! Thank you for sharing.

Coralie Cederna Johnson said...

I am sorry to hear she passed but how wonderful that she left behind her many beloved voices!

Desiree said...

This is so incredibly sad. Rudolph is the only thing that makes ABC Family watchable during the holidays.

Sarsaparilla said...

This was my favorite Christmas show for years and years. I love There's Always Tomorrow! And I too identified with Rudolph and Hermie. Thanks so much for posting this.

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