Behind The Scenes Of “Bewitched”: The Side Producers Didn’t Want Anyone To Know About

Published on 09/05/2022
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Theories On Moorehead’s Cancer

According to one theory, Moorehead’s time on The Conqueror’s set may have contributed to her developing uterine cancer. And there might be some truth to that. You see, a number of the 1956 film’s other stars, including Susan Hayward and John Wayne, passed away from the disease. After working on location in Snow Canyon, 91 crew members in total received diagnoses for various diseases, according to People. Given that it was located near a Nevada nuclear weapons test site, the Utah site turned out to be a poor decision.

Theories On Moorehead's Cancer

Theories On Moorehead’s Cancer

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It Was All Thanks To A Little Rascal

Yes, formerly a member of Our Gang; perhaps you are familiar with The Little Rascals? – played a crucial role in Bewitched’s success. Jackie Cooper was in charge of Screen Gems’ programming division when he put together a collection of comedies for ABC. And fortunately, Samantha Stephens’ nose-crinkling experiences were included in one of these programs.

It Was All Thanks To A Little Rascal

It Was All Thanks To A Little Rascal

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