She is an actress, known for Batman Forever (1995), Juice (1992) and Wally and the Valentines (1989). re: Cindy Herron Braggs (Deena Jones) #6 Posted: 7/11/07 at 10:54am Although my fav member of En Vogue was always Terry, I've always said Cindy would make a great Deena. Other issues dealt with on the show included poverty, broken family relationships, and racism. The show didn't run for a long time, but it stood out as an good early attempt at an African-American dramatic TV series. I remember Stephanie Mills guested on the show. While speaking at an event for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital in 2010, Cindy Herron sat in the audience as her husband recalled the devastating time they learned that their son had a tumor in his eye and in a serious health crisis. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'SSZ6khPHRxlCOdxFxQ6zrA',sig:'WDs6Y9-CmjIq6Yv60MnF7TXJkzpR4rjTh0T-MXF3Hxk=',w:'594px',h:'397px',items:'938755514',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); A few years after Cindy Herron (center) dominated the charts with her En Vogue group members, Terry Ellis, Maxine Jones, and Dawn Robinson, she and her husband had much to be grateful for- they were expecting their fourth child together. Barbara Bowen Herron, 81, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 with Cindy, Carla, Doug & Susan by her side in Houston, Texas following a brief, hard fought battle with cancer. James Vincent Rotondo Sr., age 83, of New Philadelphia died peacefully, on Saturday, August 25, 2012 in his home with his family at his side. Before The Cosby Show, there was Up and Coming. This show gave us a look at a successful African American before the Cosby Show. It depicted the sons and the daughter as having the ability to be able to make the right choices and if they didn't, the ability to talk to their parents about what they did wrong and go on from there. What I remember most about this show is that the characters had integrity. I suspect that's why it didn't last very long ;o). External Reviews Cindy Herron was born on the 26th September 1961 in San Francisco, California USA, of Swiss and African-American origin, and is a singer of R&B / Soul / Pop and an actress. I know I didn't dream this and considering that the show is 31 years old and my memory ain't what it used to be, certain things leave an impression...this is one of them. | She is an actress, known for Batman Forever (1995), Juice (1992) and Wally and the Valentines (1989). There will be a private family service and burial. The show was never given the chance to blossom into the idea of middle-class Blacks becoming business owners of their own. It was nice seeing a middle class Black American family on TV. I was 13 when this show was on and it was one of my favorites. IT was about a middle class black family who had a teen aged daughter and son who moved to a middle class neighborhood from Oakland or somewhere (I can't remember). The original line up was made up of Dawn Robinson, Cind… Can anyone else recall this character? Friends and family are invited to Danas Life Celebration at a visitation from 300-700 PM Monday, November 23, 2020 at Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home in Centralia. Another one would become well known as an actress and more so as a singer, her name, Cindy Herron of En Vogue who played the daughter. Cindy Herron: You know, it felt really amazing, because we’d been off – first of all, no live performances for, gosh, about 7 or 8 months. In addition, things continue to fall apart. Mr. Arehart was born on April 26, 1956 in Bitburg, Germany, a son of Phillip L and Ruth (Fulk) Arehart. He played the boyfriend of the best friend of Cindy Herron's character. Herron is the son of Mike and Cindy Herron of Odessa and the grandson of Bobbie Herron and Bill and Judy Herron, all of Odessa, Larry and Martha Buckmaster of … He spent his formative years in Green Township. Before we get into what Cindy’s husband revealed about the trauma their son, Solomon, endure, let us first introduce you to him. If it its released i am certain that many black youth will find this enlightening as well as interesting. The show dealt with subjects such as sex, peer pressure and puberty. It came on PBS back home in Chicago and I remember Cindy Herron (From EnVogue) played the teen aged daughter. To begin with, Cindy Herron was elected firstly as Miss San Francisco and then Miss California in 1986, and subsequently began her career in the cabaret scene in San Francisco in the 1980s, appearing in the musical “Showtune”. The show dealt with subjects such as sex, peer pressure and puberty. There will be a private family service and I would love to see these episodes again. We loved it so much. I loved this show! I echo the comments about Up & Coming that are listed before. The honorees for this year’s Black Music Honors include Grammy® Award-nominated R&B legends Rhona Bennett, Terry Ellis, and Cindy Herron of En Vogue, recognized as one of … target_type: 'mix' Please release it on DVD ASAP. This was an excellent show. I am not sure which was my favorite episode, but there is one I remember as having the best acting I had seen in a long time. It was well-written with a sensitive and realistic take on the life of a black family. Cindy Herron. PBS made a wise choice in airing this show and "Righteous Apples" another good program but that's another story!!!! I remember several episodes but the one I remember most was when their cousin got her period for the first time. Anyway, "Up And Coming" was a great TV show. She was very knowledgeable and no nonsense. | Directed by Gerren Keith. He made quite an impression on me then and I've enjoyed watching his progress. ‘Social Distance’ Casting Announcement from Netflix – EURweb My favorite song on the show was Sardines in the Morning. The dad owned a small construction business, and his wife held a management position at a bank. Image not available. It came on PBS back home in Chicago and I remember Cindy Herron (From EnVogue) played the teen aged daughter. In 2005, the original members briefly united before parting ways again. Embed from Getty Images. A lot a black actor appeared on this show from Ester Role to David Hubberd to 227 Stonnie Jackson to name a few. But "Up and Coming" may very well have been the catalyst to open doors for popular prime time black sitcoms. For some reason, after all these years, this show came to mind tonight and I was wondering if IMDb had any information about it. She was like a grandmother you really couldn't appreciate until you became an adult. Please release this on DVD. Before The Cosby Show, there was Up and Coming. I have been trying to find recorded copies of the show but have been unsuccessful in doing so. HA HA! I absolutely loved the show and still remember its them song/// The most you can ever do is the best you can//// words I have applied to life since. A lot of people don't know this, but the show was one of Laurence (Larry at the time) Fishburne's early acting jobs. The show addressed many topics from racism, intra-race discrimination, teen pregnancy, sibling rivalry, single parenting, peer-pressure and much more. Michael decides he can help the situation by moving into his own apartment - with a white girl. }); © Copyright 2015 . I sincerely hope that the entire volume can be restored, and put on DVD for Americans to enjoy with their families. They remained positive despite the obstacles they had to overcome. Excellent programming and content here. The teammate's nickname was Hi-Rise, the part 1 and 2 episodes were called Hi-Rise Rebounds. Oldest son Kevin, a high-school basketball star, has a difficult time adjusting at his new, more demanding high school. The parents were working-class, decent people who loved and worried about their children and taught those values that seem so lacking in today's society. This was a very good show. Cindy Herron: You know, it felt really amazing, because we’d been off – first of all, no live performances for, gosh, about 7 or 8 months. As a kid, I really didn't know just how inspiring and power that song was, but it continues leaves a lasting mark in my mind. Regardless of any pitfalls and challenges the faced at school, or even at home for that matter, they still managed to display integrity and showed others love. The focus was on a middle class African-American family. Opens image gallery. 1930 Press Photo Mrs Noah Beery & son Noah Jr in Los Angeles - sbx01193 ... Photo Maxine Jones Cindy Herron Terry Ellis En Vogue Musicians Girls 8x10. The subject matter is timeless. Herron is the son of Mike and Cindy Herron of Odessa and the grandson of Bobbie Herron and Bill and Judy Herron, all of Odessa, Larry and Martha Buckmaster of … Metacritic Reviews. I remember we used to sit and watch this show together sometimes, like it was church...LOL. The show ended in such an abrupt way and left it's fans speechless and wondering why it was taken off the air. The issue's were so compatible with real life situation's that impacted the lives of so many. mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', It had a great plot and story lines. Barbara Bowen Herron, 81, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 with Cindy, Carla, Doug & Susan by her side in Houston, Texas following a brief, hard fought battle with cancer. It was the only show like it at the time and I remember being glued to my 12" black and white TV. Up And Coming was a very positive sitcom, which brought a tool/and or channel that opened the young minds of the Black Culture. Cindy Herron-Braggs, Maxine Jones, Dawn Robinson and Terry Ellis were the original lineup who produced such hits as "Hold On," "My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get … I used to run home from school so that I could do my homework before "Up And Coming" came on. I also remember the Righteous Apples and DeGrassi Jr High, then DeGrassi High. | Picture Information. A Also, the theme song spoke volumes. The Evan's apartment feels crowded with Thelma and Keith still living there after their marriage. September 13 – Zak Starkey, drummer, son of Ringo Starr; September 16 – Stephen Shareaux, American singer-songwriter (Kik Tracee and Zen From Mars) September 23 – Marco Blaauw, trumpeter (musikFabrik) September 26 – Cindy Herron, American singer ; October 8 – C.J. Top girl group: En Vogue was founded in Oakland, California, in 1989 and original members Terry Ellis, 57, left, and Cindy Herron, 59, right, showed they still have the power ... Bush is the eldest son of Barbara and George H. W. Bush, and the second son to become the American president after his father, the first being John Quincy Adams. Dana Keith Daum, 59, of Centralia, died Friday, November 20, 2020 at the University Hospital in Columbia. In an emotional revelation Glenn Braggs made about their now 14 year old son, Solomon, he painfully detailed the unexpected, life altering health crisis their sone had to go through. He spent his working life engaged in farming in Green Township. I advise this selection for every American household to experience the struggle, and the reward. Pics of the twosome inside.. Back in August, group member Maxine Jones took to Twitter to blast Terry & Cindy for "taking over the group's bank account", forcing her out and suing her. it was educational with out being preachie. I finally remembered the name of this show. iloveoldschoolmusic.com. Godspeed to the makers of this show. I've talked about it with friends. Awards Cindy Herron-Braggs, Maxine Jones, Dawn Robinson and Terry Ellis were the original lineup who produced such hits as "Hold On," "My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get … East Tennessee State University country band, TENNESSEE FIRE...part 1 Cindy Herron, Actress: Batman Forever. Cindy rose to fame as a member of the band En Vogue, which is an R&B / Pop group produced by the duo Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy. She is best known as a member of the En Vogue group, and during her career, Cindy has sold more than 20 million albums with the above mentioned band. I still remember the chorus of the song: "The most you can every do is the best you can". 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