"Empty Nest" Syndrome Trivia Quiz

Answer: Richard Mulligan

Richard Mulligan played pediatrician Dr. Harry Weston who was a recent widower. The show focused on his work practice and home life with his two adult daughters who both move back into his home. Mr. Mulligan is also known for his role as Burt Campbell on the TV series "Soap" (1977-1981). Richard won two Emmys for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series.

He passed away in 2000 at the age of 67 from cancer.

Answer: Kristy McNichol

Kristy McNichol, born in 1962, played the part of middle daughter, Barbara, who was a police officer. Kristy was on the show from 1988-1992, then came back for the series finale in 1995. Ms. McNichol was a child actress appearing in movies such as "The End" (1978) and "Only When I Laugh" (1981). She won two Emmy Awards for her role as "Buddy" in the TV show "Family" (1976-1980).

Answer: Dinah Manoff

Dinah Manoff, born in 1958, played the part of eldest daughter Carol, who was neurotic and recently divorced. Dinah's first major role was that of Marty in the movie "Grease" (1978). Ms. Manoff won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her role in the Broadway play "I Ought to Be in Pictures". She is the daughter of actress Lee Grant.

Answer: David Leisure

David Leisure, born in 1950, played Charley, a womanizing neighbor who would barge into the Weston's home without notice and always borrow food. He was also known for his role as Joe Isuzu in television commercials for Isuzu. David appeared in movies such as "Airplane" (1980) and "10 Things I Hate About You" (1999).

Answer: Park Overall

Park Overall, born in 1957, played the part of Laverne Higby Todd Kane, nurse of Dr. Harry Weston, for the entire run of the series. Park appeared in movies such as "Tainted" (1988) and "Mississippi Burning" (1988).

Answer: "The Golden Girls"

"Empty Nest" (1988-1995) was a spinoff from the TV comedy "The Golden Girls" (1985-1992). Dr. Harry Weston was the next door neighbor to Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia. The first idea for the show was introduced on an episode of "The Golden Girls" (1985-1992) with Academy Award-winning actress Rita Moreno as its star.

But the new show premise did not fare well with the audience, so the idea was revamped into the TV show with Richard Mulligan as the star.

Answer: Dreyfuss

Dreyfuss, real-life name Bear, was a mix of Golden Retriever and St. Bernard. Dreyfuss would do many tricks such as climb into the lower kitchen cabinet and close the door behind him. He made a few guest appearances on "The Golden Girls" (1985-1992).

Answer: Marsha Warfield

Marsha Warfield played Dr. Maxine Douglas from 1993-1995. After Dr. Weston retired and closed his practice, he went to work with Dr. Douglas at an inner-city medical clinic. Marsha is best known for her role as bailiff Roz on the TV comedy "Night Court" (1984-1992). Ms. Warfield also had her own daytime talk show called "The Marsha Warfield Show" which aired from 1990-1992.

Answer: Garth Brooks

Garth Brooks played himself in the 1991 episode "Country Weston" in which Barbara is offered a security job with the country singer. Mr. Brooks, born in 1962, is a Grammy Award-winning country singer with such hit albums as "No Fences" released in 1990 and "Ropin' The Wind" released in 1991.

Answer: "Life Goes On"

"Life Goes On" was written by John Bettis and George Tipton. The theme was sung by musician Billy Vera who had a Billboard number one hit with "At This Moment" in 1987 with his group, Billy Vera and the Beaters.