'Welcome Back, Kotter': Robert Hegyes' 'Epstein' helped alter TV

Welcome back, Kotter: Robert Hegyes, who played Sweathot Juan Epstein, died this week in New Jersey of a heart attack. Where are the his cast mates now?

By David Eckstein While the TV community mourns the passing of Robert Hegyes, who played Juan Epstein on the 1970s sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter," we thought it might be interesting to see what all the other Sweathogs as well as Mr. Kotter are up to

By David Eckstein While the TV community mourns the passing of Robert Hegyes, who played Juan Epstein on the 1970s sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter," we thought it might be interesting to see what all the other Sweathogs as well as Mr. Kotter are up to

Actor Robert Hegyes, one of the stars of the 70s sitcom "Welcome Back Kotter" died today of an apparent heart attack.Hegyes was best known for his role as…

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Fran Drescher Believes Aliens Implanted a Chip in Her

Fran Drescher is telling tales from outer space while trying to save the human race. The actress, who has launched the new site Trash Cancer, firmly believes aliens have planted a chip inside of he

The nanny from Flushing, Fran Drescher, may in fact be the nanny from outer space. That's if you believe the actress' dramatic story about being abducted by aliens — something she truly believes happened to her. "You know

Fran Drescher is telling tales from outer space while trying to save the human race. The actress, who has launched the new site Trash Cancer, firmly believes aliens have planted a chip inside of he

By Lindsay Silberman, TV GUIDE "Peter and I both saw [aliens] before we knew each other, doing the same thing, driving on the road with our dads," Drescher said. "We were both in junior high. A few years later, we met, and we realized that we had the

Actress Fran Drescher is urging fans to check the chemical content of everyday household products in a bid to stave off cancer. The former The Nanny star, who survived uterine cancer, has launched the Trash Cancer website to help consumers become

Fran Drescher Believes She Was Abducted by Aliens…Seriously!

27George Clooney is planning to punk Brad Pitt, Fran Drescher thinks she was abducted by aliens and more news in the Shortlist.View Gallery » Big MiraclesOur junior reporter chats with Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski and more from the cast from "Big

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Ever wonder how Fran Drescher became famous? Turns out the actress was abducted by aliens when she was in junior high and had a chip planted in.

OF COURSE SHE WAS: Fran Drescher says she was abducted by aliens. Speaking to the Huffington Post — and likely realizing she doesn't get much attention anymore — she said having a close encounter of the third kind was something she has in common with

It turns out that Drescher isn't the only celebrity who believes she's been targeted by aliens who, like Scientologists, must recognize the inherent value in high-profile targets.

If you recognize the name Juan Luis Pedro Phillipo de Huevos Epstein then you don't have to be told who Robert Hegyes was (and you were most likely born before 1975). While John Travolta became th

Actor Robert Hegyes passed away this morning of a heart attack. He was 60. Hegyes is best known for his portrayal of Juan Luis Pedro Philippo DeHuevos Epstein, one of the sweathogs on Welcome Back, Kotter from 1975 to

New Jersey-born Robert Hegyes, the actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show "Welcome Back Kotter'' has died. He was 60.

Actor Robert Hegyes passed away this morning of a heart attack. He was 60. Hegyes is best known for his portrayal of Juan Luis Pedro Philippo DeHuevos Epstein, one of the sweathogs on Welcome Back, Kotter from 1975 to

Robert Hegyes, the actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican high schooler Juan Epstein on the 1970s television sitcom Welcome Back Kotter, died this week. He was 60.

Robert Hegyes, Juan Epstein of 'Welcome Back Kotter' dead at 60

The actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show Welcome Back Kotter has died. The Flynn & Son Funeral Home in Fords, N.J., says it was informed of Robert Hegyes' death

Robert Hegyes, the Jersey-born actor who played Jewish Puerto Rican wheeler-dealer Juan Luis Pedro Phillipo de Huevos Epstein on the 1970s classic “Welcome Back Kotter,” died from an apparent heart attack after

Actor had played Juan Epstein on popular '70s sitcom.

METUCHEN, NJ (AP) — The actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show "Welcome Back Kotter" has died. The Flynn & Son Funeral Home in Fords, NJ, says it was informed of Robert Hegyes' death Thursday by the

Robert Hegyes, top right, starred as one of the Sweathogs in the '70s hit "Welcome Back Kotter," alongside John Travolta, left, Ron Palillo, second from left, Gabe Kaplan, center, and Lawrence-Hilton Jacobs. Robert Hegyes, the Jersey-born actor who

Robert Hegyes, who played student Juan Epstein on 1970s TV show 'Welcome Back …

METUCHEN, NJ — Robert Hegyes, the actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show “Welcome Back Kotter” has died. He was 60. The Flynn & Son Funeral Home in Fords, NJ, said it was informed of Hegyes' death

[JTA] • Robert Hegyes, who played Juan Epstein on Welcome Back Kotter, died at 60. [Newark Star-Ledger] Senior editor Matthew Fishbane discusses his article on the imperiled Jews of Venezuela. By Miriam Krule.

In addition to his famed role on “Welcome Back, Kotter,” Hegyes was recurring character on “Cagney & Lacey”

Actors John Travolta and Robert Hegyes pose at the afterparty for the premiere of Touchstone Picture's "Wild Hogs" at the Annex on February 27, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. (Kevin Winter, Getty Images ) Robert Hegyes, known for playing Juan Epstein

METUCHEN, NJ — Robert Hegyes, the actor best known for playing Jewish Puerto Rican student Juan Epstein on the 1970s TV show “Welcome Back Kotter” has died. He was 60. The Flynn & Son Funeral Home in Fords, NJ, said it was informed of Hegyes' death

Olivia Newton-John gives mining a giant blast

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By Grant Hodgson Jul 30, 2011, 8:55 GMT The new music video from the daughter of squeaky clean pop icon Olivia Newton-John contains shocking scenes of suicide, self-mutilation and drug taking. G'Day USA LA Black Tie Gala held at the Hollywood Palladium

Olivia Newton-John gives mining a giant blast

AS A long-time advocate for the environment, I am greatly concerned about the continued health of Australia and its people. That is why I am horrified to learn of the extensive plans for coal seam gas and shale gas exploration here.

The main home was built in 1958 and had been owned by Olivia Newton-John. Five bedrooms and six bathrooms lie within nearly 6000 square feet of living space. Since she starred on the 1960s TV series "Gidget" and "The Flying Nun," Field, 64,

By Marianne Garvey Who knew everybody's favorite good girl Olivia Newton-John could have such a dark daughter? Journey's music isn't just part of the soundtrack in the background of your life. Rather it's pegged to specific events,

AS A long-time advocate for the environment, I am greatly concerned about the continued health of Australia and its people. That is why I am horrified to learn of the extensive plans for coal seam gas and shale gas exploration here.

The 25-year old daughter of Olivia Newton-John, Lattanzi has come under fire for the depiction of her shaking, bloody body in a bathtub during the video for "Play with Me." In response, The Australian Council for Children has issued the following