Name That Skipper!
Most fans probably though that Skipper was the only name that the character had. Actually, that is not true. In the pilot back in 1964, his full name was revealed on the show. His real name…Jonas Grumby. Now, think back to when Alan Hale Jr.’s character died and they scattered his ashes. Someone remarked, “It’s what ‘The Skipper’ would have wanted.” Guess even they did not recall his true name.
Name That Skipper!
Breaking The Fourth Wall
Perhaps, you have heard of the fourth wall, that’s the term for the space between actors and the crew/audience. As you probably remember, Skipper often broke the fourth wall when he looked right at the camera and made a face. This was not very common at the time. Also, there were plans for a fourth movie, but we will get to that later.
Breaking The Fourth Wall
