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Full Hearts
"Full Hearts" is the ninth episode of the first season of the American sports drama television series '' Friday Night Lights'', inspired by the 1990 nonfiction book by H. G. Bissinger. The episode was written by Aaron Rahsaan Thomas and directed by Josh Pate. It originally aired on NBC on December 5, 2006. The series is set in the fictional town of Dillon, a small, close-knit community in rural West Texas. It follows a high school football team, the Dillon Panthers. It features a set of characters, primarily connected to Coach Eric Taylor, his wife Tami, and their daughter Julie. In the episode, Smash worries about going back to his hometown for the next game, while Matt and Julie go on a date. According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 6.13 million household viewers and gained a 2.2 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the performances, writing, character development and humor. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Friday Night Lights (TV Series)
''Friday Night Lights'' is an American sports drama television series developed by Peter Berg and inspired by the 1990 nonfiction book by H. G. Bissinger, which was adapted as the 2004 film of the same name by Berg. Executive producers were Brian Grazer, David Nevins, Sarah Aubrey and Jason Katims who also served as showrunner. The series follows a high school football team in the fictional town of Dillon, a small, close-knit community in rural West Texas. It features an ensemble cast led by Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton, portraying high school football coach Eric Taylor and his wife Tami Taylor, a school faculty member. The primary cast includes characters associated with football and high school. The show uses its small-town backdrop to address many issues in contemporary American culture like family values, school funding, racism, substance use, abortion and lack of economic opportunities. ''Friday Night Lights'' premiered on October 3, 2006. It aired for two seasons ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Smash Williams
Brian "Smash" Williams is a fictional character in the NBC/DirecTV(The 101 Network) drama television series '' Friday Night Lights'' portrayed by actor Gaius Charles. He is the starting running back of the Dillon High School Panthers. Considered the most talented player on the roster after quarterback Jason Street, Smash received his nickname from his father after hitting a water heater. Smash is believed to be based on Boobie Miles from the '' Friday Night Lights'' book and film. Williams is shown to be a jock in the beginning of the show. He starts a feud with fullback Tim Riggins, after having sex with Riggins' girlfriend Tyra Collette. After being caught taking performance-enhancing drugs, Smash begins a more mature approach to life, taking QB Matt Saracen under his wing, building a friendship with Riggins and leading the team after the devastating injury to Jason Street. Characterization and background Brian "Smash" Williams was born in Gatling, Texas – a fictional, pred ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Connie Britton
Constance Elaine Britton ( Womack; born March 6, 1967) is an American actress. Britton made her feature film debut in the independent comedy-drama film ''The Brothers McMullen'' (1995), and the following year, she was cast as Nikki Faber on the ABC sitcom ''Spin City''. She later starred in the short-lived sitcoms '' The Fighting Fitzgeralds'' (2001) and '' Lost at Home'' (2003), and appeared in several films, most notably the sports drama film '' Friday Night Lights'' (2004) and the thriller film '' The Last Winter'' (2006). Britton starred as Tami Taylor on the NBC/DirecTV drama series '' Friday Night Lights'' from 2006 to 2011. For this role, she received positive reviews from critics and was nominated for two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. In 2011, she starred as Vivien Harmon in the first season of FX horror-drama series ''American Horror Story'', for which she was nominated for the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jesse Plemons
Jesse Plemons (; born April 2, 1988) is an American actor. He began his career as a child actor and achieved a career breakthrough with his major role as Landry Clarke in the NBC drama series '' Friday Night Lights'' (2006–2011). He subsequently portrayed Todd Alquist in season 5 of the AMC crime drama series ''Breaking Bad'' (2012–2013) and its sequel film '' El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie'' (2019). For his role as Ed Blumquist in season 2 of the FX anthology series '' Fargo'' (2015), he received his first Primetime Emmy Award nomination and won a Critics' Choice Television Award. He received a second Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Robert Daly in "USS Callister", an episode of the Netflix anthology series ''Black Mirror'' (2017). Plemons has appeared in supporting roles in several films including '' The Master'' (2012), ''The Homesman'' (2014), '' Black Mass'', '' Bridge of Spies'' (both 2015), '' Game Night'', ''Vice'' (both 2018), ''The Irishman'' (2019), ''Judas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Members Only (fashion Brand)
Members Only is a brand of clothing that became popular in the 1980s with its line of jackets. The brand was created in 1975 and introduced to American markets in 1980 by Europe Craft Imports. Members Only racer jackets were distinguished by their narrow epaulettes and collar strap and their knitted trim; they were manufactured in a wide variety of colors. Their advertising tagline was "when you put it on, something happens". In the 2010s, Members Only continued to launch seasonal collections carried at online retailers as well as brick and mortar stores such as Urban Outfitters. Revival The brand was licensed in 2016 by Sammy Catton, President of iApparel Brands, LLC. The brand is currently owned by Ron Malhotra. In recent years, Members Only has added many styles of jackets including a women's line, Footwear, Sportswear and Hosiery. In popular culture Communication scholar Todd Kelshaw has interpreted the brand's popularity surge as part of a broader American ideological shi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aimee Teegarden
Aimee Teegarden (born October 10, 1989) is an American actress, model, and producer. She starred as Julie Taylor in the NBC drama ''Friday Night Lights (TV series), Friday Night Lights'' (2006–2011). In 2014, Teegarden starred as Emery Whitehill in The CW's short-lived science fiction romantic drama ''Star-Crossed (TV series), Star-Crossed''. Early life Teegarden was born and raised in Downey, California, a suburb of Los Angeles. She graduated from high school through independent study at the age of sixteen. Career Teegarden has modeled for campaigns including Alltel, Hollister, Old Navy, Tommy Hilfiger, and YMI Jeans. She has made several television appearances including ''Cold Case'', ''Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide'', and Disney Channel's ''Hannah Montana''. Teegarden joined the cast of the NBC drama ''Friday Night Lights (TV series), Friday Night Lights'', opposite Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton, as Julie Taylor, the elder daughter of Eric Taylor (Friday Nig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zach Gilford
Zachary Michael Gilford (born January 14, 1982) is an American actor, known for his role as Matt Saracen on the NBC sports drama series '' Friday Night Lights''. In 2021, he starred in the Netflix horror limited series ''Midnight Mass''. In 2022, he appeared in the horror mystery-thriller series ''The Midnight Club''. Early life and education Gilford was born in Evanston, Illinois, the son of Anne and Steve Gilford. His mother is Lutheran, and his father is Jewish. He graduated from Evanston Township High School and Northwestern University. He worked as a trip leader for Adventures Cross-Country and has led wilderness and adventure trips for teenagers to Alaska, British Columbia, California, Hawaii, and the South Pacific. Gilford also worked as a staff member for YMCA Camp Echo in Fremont, Michigan. Acting career In 2005, he appeared in an episode of '' Law & Order: Special Victims Unit''. In 2006, Gilford landed a regular role in '' Friday Night Lights'', in which he played the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Matt Saracen
Matthew "Matt" Saracen is a fictional character in the NBC/DirecTV (The 101 Network) television drama series '' Friday Night Lights'' portrayed by the actor Zach Gilford. He is the former backup quarterback of the Dillon High School Panthers before being thrust into the starting spotlight after Jason Street suffers a career-ending injury. His character is based on Chris Comer from the original 1990 book and the 2004 film. Background Matt is the son of Henry Saracen and Shelby Garrett. He lives alone with his grandmother, Lorraine Saracen. Matt takes care of Lorraine due to her old age and battle with dementia. At one time, Matt's relationship with both of his parents was strained. His father, Henry, was in the U.S. Army and his mother, Shelby, left Matt when he was a child after divorcing Henry. The full extent of their relationship is unknown, but it is implied that Henry may have been an abusive husband. Overview He is the back-up quarterback for the Dillon Panthers in the †... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taylor Kitsch
Taylor Kitsch (born April 8, 1981) is a Canadian actor and model who has portrayed Tim Riggins in the NBC television series '' Friday Night Lights'' (2006–2011). He has also worked in films such as '' X-Men Origins: Wolverine'' (2009), ''Battleship'' (2012), '' John Carter'' (2012), '' Savages'' (2012), ''Lone Survivor'' (2013), ''The Grand Seduction'' (2014), ''American Assassin'' (2017), '' Only The Brave'' (2017), ''21 Bridges'' (2019) and ''The Terminal List'' (2022). Kitsch starred in the second season of the HBO series ''True Detective'' as Paul Woodrugh, appeared in the television film ''The Normal Heart'' (2014) as Bruce Niles, and portrayed David Koresh in the miniseries ''Waco'' (2018). Early life Kitsch was born in Kelowna, British Columbia. His mother, Susan (Green), worked for the BC Liquor Board, while his father, Drew Kitsch, worked in construction. His parents separated when he was one year old, and he and his two older brothers, Brody and Daman, were raised by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tim Riggins
Timothy "Tim" Riggins is a character in sports drama '' Friday Night Lights'', portrayed by actor Taylor Kitsch. Tim Riggins is the fullback/running back of the Dillon Panthers in the television series. His character is similar to Don Billingsley from the original book and 2004 film '' Friday Night Lights''. Portrayal Actor Taylor Kitsch says he is able to relate to the character of Tim Riggins based on his own personal experiences. "My father is out of my life, more or less", he revealed in an interview, "so I discover stuff that maybe I wasn't even dealing with as a person." Also, his background as a young and promising athlete helped him connect with the role. Nevertheless, he admits to differ from his character at least in his relations with the opposite sex; "...I didn't have as many girls at my fingertips. I don't know many guys who do!" Background Throughout the series, Tim lives with his older brother Billy after having been abandoned by both their parents. Billy was ab ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Scott Porter
Scott may refer to: Places Canada * Scott, Quebec, municipality in the Nouvelle-Beauce regional municipality in Quebec * Scott, Saskatchewan, a town in the Rural Municipality of Tramping Lake No. 380 * Rural Municipality of Scott No. 98, Saskatchewan United States * Scott, Arkansas * Scott, Georgia * Scott, Indiana * Scott, Louisiana * Scott, Missouri * Scott, New York * Scott, Ohio * Scott, Wisconsin (other) (several places) * Fort Scott, Kansas * Great Scott Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota * Scott Air Force Base, Illinois * Scott City, Kansas * Scott City, Missouri * Scott County (other) (various states) * Scott Mountain, a mountain in Oregon * Scott River, in California * Scott Township (other) (several places) Elsewhere * 876 Scott, minor planet orbiting the Sun * Scott (crater), a lunar impact crater near the south pole of the Moon *Scott Conservation Park, a protected area in South Australia People * Scott (surname), including a li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jason Street
Jason Mitchell Street is a fictional character in the NBC/DirecTV (The 101 Network) television drama '' Friday Night Lights'', portrayed by Scott Porter. Introduced as the small town "All-American," Jason is the starting quarterback of the Dillon Panthers, with a promising future career, until an injury during the season-opening football game results in paraplegia. Jason's story arc is focused on his adjusting to life and carving out a niche for himself outside of Panthers' football. In Season 3, due to Porter leaving the show, Jason moves to New York City after landing an entry-level position at a sports agency to be near his infant son. The character is inspired by the real-life events in the career of David Edwards, a high school player in San Antonio, Texas. Background Jason is portrayed as a confident, affable, charismatic and popular all-American high school student from a middle-class home with loving and supportive, although sometimes over-protective, parents. He is presu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
