Hollywood legend Stefanie Powers takes us on a journey through her remarkable career, from starring in The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. and Hart to Hart to working alongside icons like John Wayne, Maureen O’Hara, and William Holden. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in Hollywood, including her unforgettable on-screen chemistry with Robert Wagner, her admiration for Don Rickles' humor, and her experiences filming Herbie Rides Again.

Beyond the screen, Stefanie opens up about her memoir, One from the Heart, and her deep passion for wildlife conservation. She discusses the William Holden Wildlife Foundation, a cause close to her heart, dedicated to educating and preserving wildlife in Kenya.

Episode Highlights:

• Stefanie’s early days in Hollywood and how she became a TV pioneer
• The magic of Hart to Hart and working with Robert Wagner
• The origins of the William Holden Wildlife Foundation and its lasting impact
• Hilarious encounters with Don Rickles and Charlton Heston on the celebrity tennis circu
• The secret behind her brief role as the voice of HAL in 2001: A Space Odyssey

 

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