The TV Show,”The Monkees” became popular in 1966. I was 16 years old, and thought I was too old for the show. It was silly. These guys, not exactly cute, sang a little and engaged in funny skits. The singers portrayed a band that just couldn’t make it in the music world.
When I found out that one of the actors, Micky Dolenz, had been “Circus Boy,” a show I watched on Saturday morning as a child. I became more interested in watching “The Monkees.”
Davy Jones was cute but very short. He was definitely the Monkee with the most sparkling personality. I started watching once in a while. It was mildly entertaining. I enjoyed some of their songs.
Dolenz was on “Good Morning America” today. Dolenz and Jones stayed together touring up to last year. They both lasted longer together than they did with their ex wives. Last year, they toured the USA. It’s a nice story about friendship.
I cannot believe how much publicity this has gotten. I suppose people feel badly because Jones’ death reminds them of themselves as teenagers. You can look back and see yourself enjoying the TV show, and listening to the music.
The Monkees stayed together for years!
It just shows how much we identify and admire people on television. They become our friends and role models.
Nevertheless, I am sorry Davy Jones died a sudden death at too early an age.
I wonder what life was like before television. Did people take the time and trouble to make more real friends? Were role models different? Are we too disconnected from each other and reality?
What do you think?
My Life in my 60's 