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Thanks! I've been hoping that someone would find and organize clips from Dawn's career. Great job!

I met Dawn Wells back in the late 80’s. I was in a top 40 band in St. Petersburg Fl. and we were hired to play at a party where Dawn was the guest of honor. Unlike other celebrities who try to keep a low profile, Dawn was sitting with her people at the at the table at the very front of the stage. She was having a grand time. When the band took a break I took the opportunity to introduce myself to her. She was extremely gracious and friendly. I was struck by the fact that the bubbly personality she showed on Gilligan’s Island was actually her real nature. It was such a pleasure to discover this. When I shared this observation with her she surprisingly became apologetic and said, “When you play a role for as long as I did it’s impossible not to let your personality come through.” She was so humble. I was a fan of hers before this encounter. Having met her and experienced what a genuine and classy woman she was, I came away with a much greater depth of appreciation.

Wow! Little did I know that Dawn Wells was a real life angel. Thanks for letting us all know. I am in awe of beauty inside and out.

She was a breath of fresh air with a heart bigger than the Universe. I'm glad she wasn't forgotten.

I am drowning in tears. A star in her own right. This biography of Dawn Wells was a story of hard work, diligence to the utmost. Compassion unbound with no inflated ego. Rest with God, Dawn.

Dawn is sadly missed by all us fans. Thanks for putting this one together. A cool classic!

I contributed to Dawn's gofundme, and Nichelle Nichols when she needed a bit of help. Barbara Eden, Diana Riggs, Barbara Feldon all hold a place in my heart. This was very well done sir. I appreciate finding out the reason Ginger never rejoined the crew. That has been kept quiet for far too long. Swartz could have kicked a million or two to each castaway and still been well off

Dawn seemed like an angel on earth, how she cared for people and maintained that clean, wide-eyed innocence all her life. She always had the cutest figure too. This past weekend there was a _Gilligan's Island_ marathon. I'm glad to hear that everyone on that show got along. *But truly I don't understand how Sherwood Schwartz could come away with $90 million dollars and not give a single damn about the cast members who were hurting financially. Do people like that even have a conscience?*

I never thought there could be a girl as sweet as Mary Ann. This video showed me that Dawn Wells was even sweeter than the character she played. Rest in peace sweet lady. Thank you for putting up this video.

I can never get enough of Dawn Wells ❤

I was born in 1959 I had a full schedule of watching Gilligan's Island I look forward to it every day. It was the greatest. The entire cast and Mary Ann or rather Dawn Wells will be missed buy me and all of my family

What a remarkable woman! Gifted, compassionate, and generous with her time for her friends and family. I appreciate you sharing all you know about her and the other cast members.

I always thought Dawn was beautiful in appearance, and to hear her story from this video, I now know she was a overall beautiful person. This world needs more like her, we were blessed with her kind soul. Rest in Peace Dawn Wells. ❤

To this day, Dawn Wells Has always been at the top of my list of very "REAL" people. RIP Dawn, I'll never forget you!

WOW! What a fantastic tribute to Dawn Wells! Like many other guys growing up, I had such a crutch on Mary Ann's Gilligan's Island. But had no idea about the love she poured as an actress and people in general. Continued rest in peace, Dawn you were perfectly named for the sunlight you brought to millions.

How could someone leave such a wonderful woman. She was the complete package. Smart, funny and beautiful.

This narration has done a great job of conveying the life of an icon of our generation. A truly good person, she was, who deserves to be fondly remembered. Thank you, sir.

i just came from her grave. I look after it. She is buried with her mother. I grew up watching her. Now I overlook her grave- life is strange. She brought me happiness in my life. She was so beautiful. I picked her when I was a boy as my favorite on Gillagans Island.

I never got to meet her but she was a great actress. We need more people like her in the world. I loved Gilligan's Island and still watch it from time to time. She is not forgotten.

I want to thank you for this interesting insight into Dawn Wells' life. I had the pleasure of meeting her at her home in Toluca Lake, CA.. She was having a garage sale. Her longtime friend from college was there helping with the sale as well as the friend.s husband. Dawn was genuinely as warm as she appeared on Gilligan's Island. I bought her tee shirt and she included a personlly signed poster. The warm hug I got from her is something I shall always remember! She had so much character and grace as a human being!

I met her around 1971 when she visited Six Flags over Texas. I was working and saw her, went over and we talked for a while and she gave me her autograph for my girlfriend at the time. I got lucky and was able to see her again in Texas at the Country Reporter festival and we spent some time talking about the first time we met. She signed my Six Flags yearbook next to the picture of her on one of the rides. Then when it was time to get my picture with her, she grabbed my hair and pulled me to her cheek. She gave me some wonderful memories. 🥰

She was so phenomenally gorgeous! In my eyes, Ginger (Tina) never had a chance! I would pick Mary Ann (Dawn) every time. On TV, and in real life. Thanks once again CC for knocking it out of the park! You're getting better and better at presenting these stories of our favorite actors and actresses of old! I can see your channel blowing up!

Even though Hollywood chewed her up and spit her out, Dawn clearly maintained her beautiful spirit and graciousness throughout her life. Bravo and Happy Valentine's Day Dawn!

Who's chopping onions? Dang, got something in my eye. I was there for Gilligan's Island when it ran. Loved her, in the way an adolescent boy can love a beautiful, talented girl on the TV screen. Thank you so much for providing this comprehensive history of her life, talent, accomplishments, friendships, beauty and generosity of spirit. You have done a great service for her.

This is such a beautiful tribute to a truly wonderful and remarkable woman. RIP Dawn Wells 🙏

One of the true sweethearts of the Cinema. I sure do miss her.

Your tributes to the actresses and actors are phenomenal and extremely respectful. Another great biography, keep it up.

This is the most complete Dawn Wells Biography that I've seen. Thank You for making it possible. 👍👍👍👍👍

Wow....this doc blew me away. Well done. She was always my favorite. R.I.P. DAWN WELLS. 🙏

She was awesome on shows and movies. She was an incredible spirit worthy of respect, and her memory will live on in other's hearts.

I had seen Dawn on one of the LA talk shows and she was so beautiful and down to earth. I really loved Gilligan's Island and especially Maryann. I never knew that she was in the movie, " The Town That Dreaded Sundown." That movie was terrifying because it was based on true events in Texarkana, Texas. Dawn Wells was a beautiful lady inside and out. Thanks for telling her life story and not just her Hollywood story.

I adored Dawn Wells, she was so wholesome, real and not stuck up. I fell in love with her when she was on Gilligan's Island and that never went away, of course I was only one of thousands who felt that way. Barbara Eden was also one of my favorites but Dawn will forever live in my heart.

You did an absolutely incredible job of telling her story in a very flattering way! I thought she was a good person and here you tell her truth and I thank you. She was a wonderful, selfless person. Thank you for sharing this with the world!

I always connected with Dawn. I would run home from school to watch Gillian’s Island. It’s one of my favorite shows ever. She was such a good person, and I was so sad when she passed. RIP sweet Dawn!

Thank you so much for this great great video, and for not bursting my bubble. I almost didn't click on it, as most of the time with videos like this, you learn things you just wish you hadn't heard, but not this time. It seems this absolute beauty was as good and sweet a person as she appeared to be. And to learn how well the cast got along was a great bonus, it completed the picture. It's always said, never meet your heroes. Well, she wasn't my "hero," but she was my first love, I think I was 8. Rest in Peace Dawn, for your memory is alive and well.

It is Great to be Back! Thank You to everyone that has stuck around and built this channel! Commenting, subscribing, liking, sharing and sending me Super Thanks. Just amazing! Here is a link to all of my other Dawn Wells videos. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hM2L0m8-j0I.html

I can feel a labor of love in this episode...Thank You!...You really brought Dawn's story of compassion, humility and perseverance in full glory. GODBLESS!

I absolutely loved this story. It has to be my favorite so far.

Wonderful Dawn/ Mary Ann....!!!! She sewed such great seeds....she set SUCH A GOOD EXAMPLE for all....I never knew ANY of this.... thank you for this video....!!!!

Honeybees is my favorite episode... in part because of Mrs. Howell's dance moves. They are all classic!

She was a amazing person . She is missed . She is walking with the angels now .

Another epic and heartwarming bio Cool Classics! Dawn Wells is an angelic and stellar soul and one can only imagine the divine work she is doing now. She defined love gracefully and is a incredible example of being an authentic human. I shutter to imagine what Sherwood Schwartz's greed has him doing right now.

Dawn was one of my favorite actresses growing up and this made me love her even more! Thank you for sharing it with us!

Wow ! She was a truly an Amazing woman ! Doing so much for so many with what little she had/earned ! Forever Beautiful inside/out ! Bless her & her Legacy ! 🥰🥰❤️❤️👍✌️

Love the tribute. She was a part of everyone's life if you're my age. Saw her appearing numerous times as I grew older. She was America's sweetheart and will always be. R.I.P. Dawn.

Even though I've never had the honor of meeting Miss Wells, please know that her character " Mary Ann" helped me get through puberty and after seeing this video, I truly believe that she was a genuine , 'Good Person' and decent human being, some one the world needs more of. My love goes with her eternally.

I grew up with Gillian's Island and Mary Ann was always my favorite. I had seen Dawn here and there over the years, but did not see her in many other TV shows after Gillian's Island ended. Now I know why. Thank you Cool Classics for this biography and showing everyone just how amazing Dawn Wells really was. She had a huge heart for family and her fans and I am sure she was/is loved by many.

Such a loving tribute!. Your bio told us who Dawn was, not what accolades she received, or money she gained, or lovers she had. I'm glad to get to know her better through your portrait of Dawn. I remember learning of her death from Covid-19 and feeling something had been lost to the world.

I met Dawn on October 25, 2014. Like everyone posting here, I have to say she was so gracious, and kind. She verified the little known fact to me that Mrs. Howells given name was Eunice. She signed a photo of her, Alan and Russell with clocks, watches and other time pieces. When I asked why the theme of the photo was so time oriented, she revealed that it was a play on the fact that the network kept moving them all over the tv schedule. Thanks for a great video.

Cool Classics this was a very nice tribute to a wonderful person. One of my preteen crushes. Intelligent, engaging, talented and beautiful. A truly perfect person. Wish she could have lived forever.

A real woman, kind, gentle, giving and loving. Most of all strong and always staying with her values, what made her, her.

Good and thorough documentary of Dawn Wells. I liked how you played long clips of her in other films. Also enjoyed seeing many pictures of her that I’ve never seen before. Thank you for this.

Wow, thank you so much for making this. I had no idea she was such a compassionate ,caring, generous, thoughtful and loving person throughout her entire life. What a wonderful gal.

What an incredible person. Covid really took (and continues to take) so many from this age group. It was a devastating thing. We will all have PTSB about it for a very long time. Thank you for doing this. I had no idea this was happening at the time. Selfless humans exist right under our nose and we don't see it. In a way, Dawn really was Maryanne. Sweet and empathetic. Till the end.

I had no idea about the integrity of this lady. Good to see integrity in Hollywood instead of faking it on screen. Great documentary.

God bless her! I can tell she had a good family upbringing, and she aged gracefully and stayed beautiful inside and out.

Thank you so much for your time and talent in creating this tribute to Dawn. She is, and was a real sweetheart to all!

The quickest 47 minutes I’ve experienced in a long time. Whether he realizes it or not this guy is a pro.

Thank you so much for all your research. It’s not often I get teary but your narrative about Dawn’s left me sad and teary. Well done 🥰

I am 57 years old and have been watching GI since I was 4-5 years old. I didnt even realize in was in syndication (lol). I still watch GI and it never gets old. It was and still is my childhood. I had NO idea who Dawn Wells really was - only what was in the headlines....you did a fantastic job on this and I thank you. I miss these people - these characters I fell in love with over 50 years ago. Shame on Sherwood...didn't he have enough money? Hollywood is a tough place to be - like crabs in a bucket. Dawn held her own with grace and with gratitude - and for that she will always be remembered. RIP

She was a remarkable woman. Thank you for telling her story.

You made a terrific video about Dawn Wells. I didn't know about her parts in the TV westerns before Gilligan's Island. I couldn't get enough of her on Gilligan's Island. I never knew that she was in financial trouble. I would have contributed to GoFundMe if I did. Thanks for telling me about Tina Louise and her principles. All this time I thought she held a grudge against Dawn. I feel so bad about not liking her. RIP Dawn Wells.

I wish I could give this unlimited thumbs up, what a great and touching video about someone so very worthy of praise and recognition. She was one of the most stunningly beautiful women to grace the silver screen and just as beautiful from her heart! We will miss you Dawn you are forever loved!

Wow! What an awesome lady…Such kindness and compassion.

I met her at an event in LA, she was lovely, she made me feel like I was the most important person in the world. I didn't feel like I was less than her. WHAT A WONDERFULL PERSON SHE WAS.

What a caring and loving person Dawn was! It warmed my heart that Dawn acknowledged God and was thankful for His care in her life.

I find it amusing how the rest of them seemed to have endless changes of clothes they took along for a 3 hour cruise.

This is just an amazing behind the seen of one of my favorite childhood shows. 💐

Dawn Wells will always be my favorite. My boyhood crush from watching the repeats as a kid in the late 70's.

Thank you for such a beautiful history of Dawn Wells. I had no idea, what a kind person she was. Rest in Paradise Dawn, in the Loving Arms of God. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️

I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary/biography of Dawn Wells. It's the finest celebrity tribute project I have ever seen. The final product turned out extremely well; I found it very engaging from start to end. More importantly, this piece feels so genuine and heartfelt, which does Dawn Wells great justice by showcasing her remarkable attitude, tremendous work ethic, and seemingly perfect personality. Thank you for making this video. I realized when watching it, although I really liked her before, I love and adore her now. Her life story stands as a great legacy, and it would have been so cool, and I would have been so honored to have had the opportunity to meet her.

I grew up watching her... Definitely crushed on her... Thanx for the memories.

What a kind, sweet woman. Now I love her even more.💕💖💗💕

...I'm ashamed to say that I didnt go beyond the TV "characters" ANY of them played... Your documentary woke me up!!!... Thank you!...I now very much appreciate the PERSON "Dawn Wells"... as a good, generous soul, unselfish and optimistic even amidst her toughest life-tests... ... You really just gave me a gift!... I'm serious !!.. Thanks, Ken

Sometimes, someone is so beautiful in almost every way that no matter how you encounter them you know that they are the definition of gorgeous in the most universal definition of the term. Dawn Wells was one of those people.

Thanks So Much for putting this Beautiful Piece Together About Dawn Wells, whose Life was So Charitable, So Loving, So Kind that you just wish everyone mimicked her Natural KIND Heart.

Such a true and wonderful sweetheart to everyone. Truly nothing short of an ANGEL! R.I.P. Dawn, you are missed and loved by all!

I worked with Tina Louise's daughter Caprice at Tower Records I was in awe of Caprice having such a cool mother who she introduced me to when she stopped by one afternoon to speak to her. I love Gilligan's Island and this really was a fascinating & heartwarming video. Thank you so much

Such a precious heart. It nearly brings you to tears thinking about the hardship this kind heart endured at times. Precious is the only word I can think of to describe her.

Wow, always liked her best of all the cast and of course had a school boy crush (born 1956) on her. Thanks for showing how there really are some good stars from Hollywood. A great lady.

Absolutely beautiful in every way.R.I.P. Dawn.❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

My older brothers, younger sister, our parents and I all loved the episodes. You could always tell Mary Ann was a key ingredient to the shows success. I'm delighted you took it upon yourself to tell us so much more about Dawn Wells' life as well as giving many examples of her positive, loving outlook. I know seeing her model those qualities played a terrific role in making my life more nurtured and thus much better than it would have been without her dynamic energy as a reference point in the back of my mind(however sometimes top of mind). and her nearly compass-like dependability as an attitudinal guide for life. You have just explained succinctly how the impact she continues to provide was possible throughout her life and will be through those of us, who are wise enough to emulate Dawn's soul and spirit of genuine kindness.

thank you for that. I always got a good vibe from her, but I wasn't aware of how kind and generous she was. an all around good person. RIP ms Wells

Thanks for the memories. Dawn Wells was such a great lady and wonderful person.

What a truly genuine and superb woman. I always adored her till the day she passed. RIP, dear one; God is with you now and all your troubles are no more. I'd love to meet a woman like her one day.

Every now & then, you can just tell that it's not just a "personality." You can feel that there is something true to a celebrity's personality, like Olivia Newton-John too. Thank you so very much for this delightful story.

What a fine, fine, fine Lady. Dawn was the real deal. She was a blessing to everyone around her. We all loved her as Mary Ann and the Gilligan's Island show. It is a shame that Hollywood didn't fully appreciate her talents. She should have been able to pick her roles. She is now where she will be fully loved and appreciated for her goodness and beautiful soul!

Described just as the beautiful sweet person I imagined she was. Thank you so much for this wonderful tribute.

I've noticed you've covered several Gilligan's Island stars and I love that. I really hope we'll see one for Alan Hale sooner than not. I feel like he was in everything and he was a very likable actor when he was onscreen.

Dawn was a total sweetheart! It really touches my heart how she cared for her mother and Lovey. Thanks Cool Classics for putting this short together.

I never knew all of this about Dawn Wells. What a loving soul.❤❤

Didn't know about any of this. She seems like she was a very beautiful person. We miss you Dawn! Thank you for the tribute.

Wonderful job you did here on Mary Anne, thought I would click on the thumbnail and watch for a minute or two but was hooked to the end. Loved Mary Ann and had no idea poor Dawn went through so much at once and you could just tell she had a good childhood, she was an amazingly good kind person :-) RIP Dawn

WOW. so much happening - one gets behind on things when one doesn't open things up. I remember watching Dawn and all on Gilligan's Island. Always thought she was so kool and good looking. Hard to see all the ones you watched from the 60's and 70's get old, but then again I am also. SO very glad someone did this for her and sharing such great information about how loving and kind she was. RIP DAWN We all love you and all miss you.

What a true class act Dawn was. Never expected anything from anyone but an opportunity to work. May you fly high in the heavens Dawn. We love you.

Absolutely the best docu on an actress, ever!!! Excellent! You covered so much re: Dawn Wells life, she is truly missed by her friends and fans, what a great person she truly was!!!! Thank you for your work and presenting this!!👍👍👋👏❤️

I met Dawn Wells at a book signing at Duthie's book store in Downtown Vancouver in 1993. I was walking thru the mall with a co-worker heading back to the court house when she said "There's your friend!" I was shocked! Dawn noticed how shy I was, stuck out her hand and said "Hi there" will that lovely genuine smile.I was all mumbled and shy going up to the table to say hello and buy the cook book she had just published. VERY dapper in a white suit and a fedora-type hat - she was absolutely lovely and even autographed it. I'm staring at the cookbook now. You could just tell she was as lovely on the inside as on the outside. I've never forgotten it!

Dawn Wells is a class act and a friend who everyone would like to have.

My wife met Dawn at a booksigning here in Brentwood, TN. Dawn will be missed.

She is such a beautiful work of art. Thank you