Blossom (series) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blossom |
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| Genre | Sitcom |
| Created by | Don Reo |
| Starring | Mayim Bialik Joey Lawrence Michael Stoyanov Jenna von Oÿ Ted Wass |
| Theme music composer | Stephen Geyer Mike Post |
| Opening theme | "My Opinionation" performed by Dr. John |
| Composer(s) | Frank Denson |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 5 |
| No. of episodes | 114 (list of episodes) |
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| Executive producer(s) | Don Reo Paul Junger Witt Tony Thomas Gene Reynolds David Amico Judith D. Allison (seasons 4–5) Rob LaZebnik (season 4) Allan Katz (season 5) |
| Camera setup | Multi-camera |
| Running time | 22–24 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Impact Zone Productions Witt/Thomas Productions Touchstone Television |
| Distributor | Buena Vista International Buena Vista Television |
| Release | |
| Original network | NBC |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original release | July 5, 1990 (pilot preview) January 3, 1991 – May 22, 1995 (as a regular series) |
Blossom was a popular American TV show. It was a situation comedy, which means it was a funny show about everyday life. The series aired on the NBC channel from January 1991 to May 1995.
The main stars of Blossom were Mayim Bialik and Joey Lawrence. Mayim Bialik played the main character, Blossom Russo. She was a teenage girl living with her father and two brothers. Her mother had left to follow her own career path. The show focused on Blossom's life as a teenager, dealing with friends, family, and growing up.
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What is Blossom About?
Blossom tells the story of Blossom Russo, a smart and stylish teenager. She lives in a house full of boys! Her dad, Nick, is a musician. Her older brothers are Joey and Anthony. Joey is known for being charming and a bit silly. Anthony is the oldest and is recovering from past challenges.
Meet the Russo Family
- Blossom Russo (played by Mayim Bialik): She's the main character. Blossom is a bright and fashionable girl. She often talks to an imaginary friend or dreams about famous people. This helps her figure out her problems.
- Joey Russo (played by Joey Lawrence): Blossom's older brother. He's a good-looking and sometimes goofy character. His catchphrase, "Whoa!", became very famous.
- Anthony Russo (played by Michael Stoyanov): The oldest Russo brother. He faces challenges but works hard to improve his life. He often gives advice to Blossom and Joey.
- Nick Russo (played by Ted Wass): Blossom's father. He's a musician and a single dad. He tries his best to raise his three children.
- Six LeMeure (played by Jenna von Oÿ): Blossom's best friend. Six is known for talking very fast. She's always there for Blossom, no matter what.
How the Show Was Made
The show Blossom was created by Don Reo. It was filmed using a multi-camera style. This means several cameras recorded the scenes at the same time. This is common for sitcoms, as it's like watching a play. Each episode was about 22 to 24 minutes long.
Music and Episodes
The catchy opening song for Blossom was "My Opinionation." It was performed by Dr. John. The show had a total of 5 seasons. Across these seasons, there were 114 episodes. Each episode explored different parts of teenage life and family relationships.
Why Was Blossom Popular?
Blossom was popular because it showed real-life issues that teenagers faced. It covered topics like friendship, family, school, and growing up. The show also had a unique style, especially with Blossom's fashion choices. It was a fun and heartwarming show that many young people could relate to.
