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Lakewood and Hollywood

As "Fun Size" producers decide whether to shoot in Lakewood — bringing some Hollywood stars to our city — we thought we'd go over a few of the stars that have Lakewood connections.

While Lakewood waits for "Fun Size" producers to , it’s worth noting that Lakewood has its fair share of Hollywood connections.

You don’t have to play Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon to find people who have had success in film and TV in Lakewood – included in this list are those that got their start here, were born here, former residents and Lakewood High School graduates.

  • Lindsay Davis, actress, model – 90210, Entourage, Franklin and Bash, The Playboy Club
    Lakewood High School graduate, class of 2004.
  • Zach Mills, actor - Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium, Steam, Super 8
    Born in Lakewood.
  • Trent Reznor, recording artist, composer – leader of industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails
    Got started with performances at the Chamber and Phantasy Theater in Lakewood.
  • Dee Hoty, actress – American musical theater and television - Law & Order, As the World Turns, more
    Attended high school in Lakewood.
  • Tom Hanks, actor, comedian, producer, writer, and director
    Started his career as an intern with the Great Lakes Theater Festival at Lakewood Civic Auditorium.
  • Teri Garr, actress
    Born in Lakewood.
  • Burgess Meredith, actor – Batman television series and Rocky
    Attended Elementary School in Lakewood.
  • Jack Riley, actor - Bob Newhart Show
    Lakewood native.
Carolyn Larzelere June 22, 2011 at 02:01 pm
Don't forget Marge Redmond the actress. Think she had a famous commercial "The Tucker Inn"? where she sold either coffee or Cool Whip.
Paul Grimm June 22, 2011 at 02:06 pm
Scenes in the movie American Splendor were filmed at the Detroit Theater.

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casaderayray June 18, 2013 at 03:28 pm
Where is Storer...East, West, or South of Lakewood?
Regina Milsaps June 18, 2013 at 04:26 pm
It runs east from West 67th to West 34th between Clark to the North and Denison to the South. ButRead More you could look it up on Google maps for a better idea of just how far it is from West 117th and Madison.
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I won't make it there before 2pm, but if you don't sell your drum set...I am interested!
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Sarah Henderson June 12, 2013 at 07:16 pm
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Paul Grimm June 6, 2013 at 09:31 am
They are turning it into a Discount Drug Mart - should open this summer.
jim June 6, 2013 at 10:45 am
i think you are mistaking or being goofy...but sullivans is "was" at the corner ofRead More chesterland and madison, not on detroit.
William Bridgeman June 8, 2013 at 04:06 pm
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Maggie Rader June 6, 2013 at 12:45 pm
Again, while I am very grateful for the outcome for my Mom, I also have a lot of compassion for theRead More other residents. The move for my Mom is only temporary, since the South Westerly will come under the same guidelines within a couple of years. This can only be changed by an act of Congress. I have already written letters to the politicians involved, particularly Marcy Kaptur -- Ohio Congressional District 9. Hopefully, all concerned will do the same.
Duane Hoyt June 7, 2013 at 08:25 am
Marcy doesn't care about Lakewood. Dennis Kucinich wouldn't allow this to happen, but thanks toRead More Republican (Kasich) redistricting, Dennis had to run against Marcy, and he lost. Remember this when Kasich runs against local Lakewood man Ed Fitzgerald runs for Governor.
Ron Dodson June 8, 2013 at 07:10 pm
Members of Congress tack on amendments to bills all the time that only benefit a handful of theirRead More constituents. If there was ever a time for a pork barrel move, this would be it. You're right Duane, this would have never gotten this far if Dennis was still next door to the Westerly.
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I'm so happy he's home now! Thanks to everyone who helped keep an eye on him by sharing this post!Read More :) Patch in action!
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