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Glen Larson

Today is an incredibly sad day for Knight Rider fans all around the world, as Glen A Larson - the creator of Knight Rider - has passed away at the age of 77 from esophageal cancer.

We at Knight Rider Online would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Glen's family during this difficult time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

We were always excited to chat with him at Knight Rider events and we are sad that his dream to bring Knight Rider to the silver screen will continue without him at the helm.

Thank you Glen for your creation and teaching a generation that one man can make a difference.


The Hollywood Reporter

Larson Interview - by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in 2009

Last month, WWE Studios (yes, the wrestling folks) announced production of a movie starring Ken Jeong (Hangover) as a man who tries to win a celebrity death pool by killing David Hasselhoff. Hulk Hogan has a cameo (hence the WWE connection.) The Hoff is one of the producers and will also appear in the film as himself in a small role.

KITT will have a small part in the movie as well. Knight Rider Online obtained a casting call looking for voice actors for the role:

“We need a talented impressionist to mimic exactly the voice of KITT, the car from Knight Rider in a hilarious scene with David Hasselhoff's character. KITT, who has a combative relationship with David's agent, is actually a man that sits in the back seat of David's car and speaks to him from there. Three lines.”

The theatrical release is expected in 2015.

Variety covered the initial film announcement

KITT and Michael are back together! But their relationship seems to be in trouble... Samsung released a new extended commercial online promoting their Smart Home products. In the ad, David Hasselhoff tries to explain all of the new features, only to be constantly interrupted by a very jealous KITT. We get a look "behind the scenes" of the commercial to hear the Hoff explain the appeal of Knight Rider and to make sense of his partner's behavior.

Get More: MADE, Full Episodes

Last week, MTV began to air the twelfth season of their series Made, which gives participants the opportunity to have their dreams become real. In the premier episode we meet Chris, who is introduced to become David's new assistant. This episode features heavily David's 60th Birthday party where he was presented with his own KITT (with custom lambo doors) which was restored by Jen Catano.

Be sure to check out some behind the scenes pics from Jennifer on our forum! Or head over to davidNET where they have more footage from the episode.


The lovely Rebecca Holden, who played April Curtis in the second season of Knight Rider, is out with a new single! This time it's a duet with Grammy award winner Jon Secada.

Rebecca writes:

“Dreams Come True” is fast becoming the most popular wedding song in the world! We are receiving requests from around the world for our new single to be used for weddings, renewal of vows and to provide hope and inspiration. 3x Grammy Winner Jon Secada and I are so proud of this recording and would love to share our video with you:

More can be found on Rebecca's website, including information on how to obtain your copy of the single. Congratulations Rebecca!

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Be sure to have your DVRs set this week, as the voice of our good pal KITT makes an appearance on Grey's Anatomy! William Daniels, who just celebrated his 85th birthday last month, will be playing the proctor as the shows residents take their medical exams. Be sure to watch the preview for this weeks episode to catch an early glipse. Grey's Anatomy airs this Thursday at 9/8c.

Happy Birthday to Catherine Hickland! Catherine played Michael Knight's fiancee and (short-lived) wife Stevie in three of Knight Rider fans' favorite episodes. She was also married in real life to David Hasselhoff. In recent years she has become a tremendous friend to the Knight Rider fandom, and even has her own KITT replica. She is a big supporter of the Knight RIder Festival in her home town of Las Vegas.

Here's a bio of her as published in Parade Magazine back in 1999. She currently hosts a comedy-hypnosis show in Las Vegas.

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Happy Birthday, Catherine!

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This weeks episode of ABC's show Castle featured both Mike Knight and RCIII in guest roles during an investigation in the death of a champion swimmer.

Justin Bruening (aka Mike Knight) played the couch of and Peter Parros (RCIII) played the doctor to the departed and were both questioned by Beckett and Castle - the show's main characters.

Unfortunately the two of them didn't share any screen time, so those fans looking for a generational Knight Rider collaboration will still have to wait.

If you are in the US you can watch this weeks episode on Hulu.

The series premier of The Hasselhoffs premieres Sunday, December 5 at 10/9c on A&E. If you are not familiar, it's a ten episode half-hour long series that brings you into the household of David Hasselhoff. They filmed a lot of Knight Rider related things, from his appearance at the Knight Rider Festival, to driving up in KITT for Pink's Hot Dogs and of course the impromptu Parade at Comic Con. Watch as he raises his two daughters as a single parent with their up-and-coming group “Bella Vida.”

About “The Hasselhoffs”:
The series tags along with father and daughter Taylor-Ann performing side-by-side on set of “The Young and The Restless,” goes behind-the-scenes with Hayley at “Huge,” steps in-studio with “Bella Vida” to record, write songs and meet with producers, watches David’s preparations for a comedy roast and travels to Austria where David orchestrates a production of an epic scale, one where the entire family’s reputation hangs in the balance. With three entertainers with big personalities and an unparalleled sibling rivalry between the girls in the house, there is never a dull moment with “The Hasselhoffs,” but throughout it all, David proves he is a dedicated father and no matter what challenges he faces, he has the best interests of his daughters in mind.


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When Knight Rider news falls through the cracks, our weekly(ish) KITT Bytes sweeps them up:

  • Michael Scheffe the designer of KITT, appears this week on the Back to the Future: 25th Anniversary Trilogy [Blu-ray] release, talking about his involvement in part 2 of the trilogy. You can watch a clip on YouTube
  • The premier date for "The Hasselhoff's", David and family reality show on A&E, was announced. It will premier December 5th at 10pm. [press release at davidNet]
  • Finally, check out this video from MJKnight, as he files his video report from KnightCon

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David in Austria in July, thanks to davidhasselhoff.com

David Hasselhoff is performing Riverside Hotel and Casino in Laughlin, Nevada this week and only two shows remain! (Tickets still available!) He'll be live tonight Saturday and Sunday at 8pm, so if you are in the area stop by for a rare opportunity to see him live!

Catch "David Hasselhoff on Dancing with the Stars this Season on ABC!" David Hasselhoff is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as “The Most Watched TV Star in the World” thanks to starring roles in both “Knight Rider” and “Baywatch.” His remarkable musical career took off in the late 1980’s when he recorded the album, “Looking For Freedom”, at the end of the Cold War. The song became an anthem for the German people. He has since garnered over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide. See Hasselhoff perform such hits as his latest, “Jump in My Car” live!

DavidNet is out there now, so be sure to check her site in the upcoming days for a report.

Plus, while you are there, be sure to check out KITT in the Lobby! (provided by Paul Casey of Knight Rider Festival)



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It’s finally here! Comedy Central will air the #hoff Roast of David Hasselhoff tonight, Sunday, August 15th at 10pm ET/PT. We were there when it was taped and you’re really in for a treat. If you miss it, encore presentations will air on 8/15 at 11:30pm, 1:00am and 2:30 am. Monday 8/16 at midnight, 8/20 at 10pm and 8/21 at 10pm.

They’ll be hosting a live chat called “Roast Watch” on comedycentral.com, where comedians will be watching and tweeting along. You can then use your twitter and facebook acount to interact with them, and it will be available for both the East Coast and West Coast airings.

On Monday, it will be available as a digital download for $4.99 for standard definition and $6.99 for high definition from iTunes, xBox Live Marketplace, Zune and PlayStation.

Be sure to check out our live coverage from the red carpet/taping to get a jump on the event. More info at davidNet worth checking out.

Check out some clips below, and the full press release on tmw's events after the jump.

The Roast of David HasselhoffSunday 10pm / 9c
Preview - David Hasselhoff - I Am The Hoff!
www.comedycentral.com
Roast of David HasselhoffIt's Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaRussell Simmons Presents Stand-Up Comedy

Jeff Ross is overcome with excitement at roasting David Hassehoff.

Hulk Hogan ponders David Hasselhoff’s career trajectory.

The filming for THE HASSELHOFFS continued on Thursday as they descended upon San Diego for the Comic Con. Paul Casey, Alex, Gary and Jennifer again participated in the event that this time took place as a flash mob parade through the streets. David and his daughters Taylor-Ann and Haley Amber Hasselhoff danced their way though and spent some time with the replica owners after filming.

[ thanks to Daniel, Alex and Gary for their pictures! ]



Seth MacFarlane, has just been announced as Roast Master of the David Hasselhoff roast taking place next month. MacFarlane is the creator of "Family Guy", which often skewers alot of pop culture in each episode, no doubt they are big fans of Hasselhoff and Knight Rider.

the press release:

SETH MACFARLANE TAPPED AS ROAST MASTER FOR THE "COMEDY CENTRAL® ROAST OF DAVID HASSELHOFF" TO TAPE ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 1

Roasters Include Pamela Anderson, Whitney Cummings, Greg Giraldo, George Hamilton, Hulk Hogan, Lisa Lampanelli, Jeffrey Ross And Jerry Springer

“COMEDY CENTRAL Roast of David Hasselhoff” Premieres On Sunday, August 15
At 10:00 P.M. ET/PT

NEW YORK, July 21, 2010 – A storm’s a-brewin’ as COMEDY CENTRAL makes waves for Roastee David Hasselhoff. The network announced today that Emmy-nominated “Family Guy” creator, animator, actor, director and singer Seth MacFarlane will join the elite family of COMEDY CENTRAL Roast Masters as he heads up an all-star lineup of Roasters who reign paramount in their respective arenas, including the world’s most bonafide sex symbol, bone crushing wrestler, controversial talk show host and ruthless comedic masterminds. The “COMEDY CENTRAL Roast of David Hasselhoff” tapes at Sony Studios in Los Angeles on Sunday, August 1. The “COMEDY CENTRAL Roast of David Hasselhoff” airs on Sunday, August 15 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Here is a quick shout out to "Knight Rider" on "Family Guy":

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David Hasselhoff was in downtown Los Angeles today filming a music video for his upcoming A&E reality series and we were there watching it happen. The production crew contacted Paul Casey from Paul Casey Productions to provide KITT cars for the shoot, building on the relationship by the Hoff's appearance at Knight Riser Festival II in Las Vegas. Paul brought his KITT (actually, his baby daughter's) out from Vegas, and worked with our friends from Knights of the West Coast for more cars. Gary Hunter, Alex Wong and Jennifer Catano also provided KITTs for filming.

Look for an eyewitness report in the forum soon, and we'll have more news involving Paul Casey and the Hoff in the next few days.