83. Debbie Reynolds/Carrie Fisher Tribute Show

On the 24th of December 2016, news outlets around the world reported that Carrie Fisher, movie star and cultural icon had suffered a heart attack on a flight from London to LosAngeles, a few days later on the 27th of December she died. Her mother, the golden age movie star and cultural icon Debbie Reynolds died the next day from a stroke. Reportedly, in the wake of Carrie Fisher's death, she had said 'I want to be with Carrie' who she also named as her best friend. Tonight on they don't make 'em like they used to we dedicate our entire show (format and everything) to two ladies from one family who indelibly left their mark on the world.In this poignant episode of They Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To, recorded at St Mary's Hospital on the Isle of Wight, hosts Tosin Ajayi, Sharon Bollen, and Shaun Harris dedicate the entire show to the memory of Hollywood royalty: Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher. Following the heartbreaking loss of both mother and daughter just one day apart in December 2016, the team reflects on the indelible mark they left on cinema.Bonafide Classic: Singin’ in the Rain (1952)We begin with the film that launched Debbie Reynolds into stardom. The team discusses her incredible energy, the iconic "Good Morning" sequence, and how she held her own alongside dance legends Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor.Hidden Gem: How the West Was Won (1962)Sharon selects this sprawling epic as a showcase for Reynolds' versatility. We explore the film’s unique Cinerama three-camera process and follow Debbie's character, Lilith Prescott, through multiple generations of the American frontier.Carrie Fisher’s Breakout: Shampoo (1975)Moving to Carrie Fisher, we look at her sharp screen debut in this 1970s satire. The hosts discuss how her "fiesty" and "hard-edged" presence was evident even at the age of 20, long before she became a cultural icon in Star Wars.Exception to the Rule: When Harry Met Sally... (1989)To round out the tribute, we look at Fisher’s brilliant supporting role in what Tosin calls the "best romantic comedy ever made". We highlight her scene-stealing performance as Marie and her enduring wit both on and off-screen.Note: Due to licensing restrictions, the iconic musical tracks featured in this episode—including "Good Morning" and the Star Wars theme—have been edited out of this recording.Join us as we celebrate the legacy of two of cinema’s most beloved stars.