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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 22 MIN

I Was Tony Curtis' Best Man! Doc Phineas Reveals SHOCKING Marilyn Monroe Secrets.

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Did you know the man who coined the term "Steampunk" and a legendary Pawn Stars appraiser was also best friends with Hollywood icon Tony Curtis?In this episode of Celebrity Encounters, host Gerry McCambridge (Las Vegas celebrity https://mentalist.com) and co-host the magical Melanie Kramer sit down with the multifaceted actor Doc Phineas for a wild, no-holds-barred conversation about the Golden Age of Hollywood, real-life archaeology, and his life-long friendship with Tony Curtis.Subscribe, rate, and review on all your favorite platforms and support seniors 55+In this episode, you’ll hear:The Marilyn Monroe Truth: Doc Phineas shares the brutal (and hilarious) quote Tony Curtis gave him about what it was really like to kiss Marilyn Monroe on set.The "Clear Plastic" Party: The hysterical, exclusive story of how Doc first met Tony Curtis while wearing nothing but a plastic suit and a Speedo at a high-end Beverly Hills party.The Steampunk Origin: How a conversation on The Merv Griffin Show 35 years ago accidentally created an entire global subculture.Pawn Stars & Archaeology: Doc discusses his dual life as an archaeology professor, his recent discovery of 7,000 Mayan buildings, and his 54-episode run on History Channel’s Pawn Stars.Hollywood Memories: Insights into working with Al Pacino, Vince Vaughn, and his unique relationship with Jamie Lee Curtis.Guest: Doc Phineas (Archaeologist, Actor, & Historical Expert) Hosts: Jerry McCambridge (Mentalist) & Melanie Kramer (Actress/Model)Connect with Celebrity Encounters: [Insert Link to Website] [Insert Link to Social Media]Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction: Who is Doc Phineas? 1:25 - From Hollywood sets to Mayan Pyramids 5:45 - How "Steampunk" was actually coined 8:40 - The Best Man: Doc’s close bond with Tony Curtis 10:00 - The "Clear Plastic Suit" Party Story (Exclusive!) 14:50 - Jamie Lee Curtis and Tony’s Practical Jokes 17:25 - "Like Kissing Hitler": The truth about Marilyn Monroe 20:00 - Aging, Al Pacino, and Life LessonsWANT TO BE A GUEST on Celebrity Encounters Podcast? IF YOU HAVE HAD a celebrity encounter (more than hello's or can I have your autograph) and want to be a guest on our podcast via zoom, email us: [email protected]#CelebrityStories#HollywoodStories#Podcast#Celebrity Encounters Podcast#CelebrityEncounters#Doc Phineas Pawn Stars#Tony Curtis #Jaimie Lee Curtis#Marilyn Monroe Secrets#Gerry McCambridge Mentalist#AlPacino#HollywoodLegend#HollywoodStories

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