What an honor! On Monday night U.S. Representative Thaddeus G. McCotter of Michigan’s 11th District recognized Dick Purtan on the House floor commemorating Dick’s retirement. Dick said, and we quote: “I am humbled and grateful to Rep. McCotter for his incredibly gracious remarks”. However Dick was really moved by Vice President Joe Biden, who said of his retirement, and we quote: “Wow, Dick’s retiring…This is a big #@*! deal!” Really.
Okay, I’ll admit it. On occasion… I’ve worn women’s clothes. This particular time was for our 2009 Children’s Hospital Calendar saluting classic TV shows. I was originally cast as Archie Bunker (for our “All in the Family” shot) but a last minute change had me playing Edith. Why? Big Al didn’t fit in the dress. No kidding. Ah… Showbiz!
Welcome to my brand spanking new website! I can’t believe it, but I’m now officially a member of cyberspace and ready to throw away my IBM Selectric Typewriter. (Anybody need a gently used roll of correction tape?) Remember, I may be going off the air waves on Friday, March 26th, but the conversation continues right here, right now, at DickPurtan.com. Click below for a special greeting from Jackie, Big Al and yours truly.