Richard spent part of his birthday morning exploring the messages and gifts on the website, and he dropped a line expressing his appreciation and thanks.

January 23, 2012

So... thousands of well-wishers, fans, and supporters!!! You've rocked me back on my heels. I started at the wrong end of the list until I realized the dates on the texts were shrinking. So I skipped ahead a little. Then I took a casual stroll down the queue. This thing is amazing. Thank you, so much!

I'm going to write a letter (sic) later today, to the Loyal and Patient followers of rdandersondotcom. I truly know it's been said before, but I am sincerely touched by all of this.

Later on,

Rick

On December 4th, the University of Southern California School of Medicine hosted the 5th Annual Quench the Fire 5K Run & Walk at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, California. The proceeds from the event benefited the USC Pain Center at the Keck School of Medicine at USC in its goal to support education, research, and treatment of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) and other neuropathic chronic pain diseases. To learn more about chronic pain conditions or to make a donation, visit the USC Pain Center website.

Richard's doctor has been associated with the USC Pain Center, and in support of the work they are doing there, Richard has appeared at each of the five Annual Run/Walk events. As a guest emcee, he helped to signal the start of the race. Richard also mingled with the fans who attended, and he posed for pictures and signed autographs.

Click here to see some pictures from the event.

Richard sent a message to remind viewers of his appearance, along with his daughter Wylie, in the episode of "Raising Hope" entitled "Jimmy and the Kid" tonight on FOX. He also spoke proudly of Wylie's recent performance as Sally Brown in a stage production of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown."

November 8, 2011

Wylie's episode of "Raising Hope" is on tonight, 9:30 on FOX Tuesday.

Her performances in "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" were absolutely astonishing. I promise you, this is an objective assessment of this kid's work/play. (I really believe now that she has the energy, aptitude, and I dare say, talent, to do something in the bizness.) I am so proud of my lovely daughter.

Anderson, Rick

More information, images, and video clips from "Raising Hope" can be found in the Filmography.

The Raising Hope website has more information about the series as well as photos and full episodes for viewing.

The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's Benefit, "Stand Up For the Oceans," was held on October 29th at the estate of Sea Shepherd supporter Sam Simon in Pacific Palisades, California. The gala event, which featured celebrity guests including Sarah Silverman and Nick Thune as well as Sea Shepherd members and supporters, was held as a final push to generate funds in support of the upcoming Antarctic Campaign, "Operation Divine Wind," to stop whaling in the southern oceans once and for all. Richard Dean Anderson was among the celebrity guests, and during the silent auction he won a bicycle, a special 20th Anniversary Edition Beach Cruiser donated by the New Belgium Brewing Company.

Click here to see some pictures from the event.

For information about the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society and how to make a donation, visit the Sea Shepherd website.

An upcoming episode of "Raising Hope" features the TV debut of Wylie Anderson, as well as a guest appearance by her dad. In the episode, Richard plays a protective father who mistakenly believes that Jimmy (Lucas Neff) is hitting on his daughter, played by 13-year-old Wylie.

The episode was initially expected to air in October, however FOX's programming during October is scheduled around the post-season baseball playoffs. In an email from Wylie, she explained:

October 8, 2011

Our episode is called "Jimmy and the Kid". :) The creator of "Raising Hope" has talked to us and said that our episode isn't actually airing until November! Thanks again!

The airdate is currently listed on the FOX website as November 8, 2011, although fans are encouraged to keep an eye on upcoming FOX programming in case of unexpected schedule changes.

The Raising Hope website has more information about the series as well as photos and full episodes for viewing.

There are several dozen Facebook pages in the name of Richard Dean Anderson, and on a number of these pages, the owner attempts to deceive fans by posting messages as Richard. One of the biggest of these pages even used a fake verification icon to fool thousands of followers. When Richard learned what was going on at Facebook, he was very disturbed by these fraudulent imposters deliberately duping fans in his name. To set the record straight, Richard sent a video message to all his fans, making it very clear that he does NOT use Facebook.

Richard's video message can be viewed here.

Richard sent another "Proud Father" message and another picture from the set of "Raising Hope."

September 7, 2011

Here the girl is, outside her dressing room at Raising Hope.
She did sooooooo sooooo great!
Daddy Prideboy

rad

The Raising Hope website has more information about the series as well as photos and full episodes for viewing.

Richard was somewhere along the California coast when he paused to send the earlier image from "Raising Hope" and another artistic view from his motorcycle. His text message shared his enthusiasm for the open road:

September 4, 2011

I have been on a daylong MotoRide up the PCH, (hiway #1) & found that I had ALMOST gotten myself lost in the hills, valleys, & trees somewhere well above Santa Barbra, yet not quite to Santa Maria. I've taken the route from Ojai (rte.33) thru mnts. (cooler, usually late ice & snow) north-ish, to intersect @ E/W rte. to Santa Maria area, meeting up @ Hyway #101, once the Ventura freeway further south... and then north it is, until I can comfortably hook up with my beloved, Highway 1.

A day of this kind of "off the main drag" riding will get me to Big Sur, maybe Carmel, sometimes bringing the moon up upon arrival. Only done it twice, but the stretch above San Simeon to Carmel is nothing to consider on a big, fat motorcycle in the extreme dark, with the notorious 2500 ft. cliffs on one side or the other, depending on which direction you travel. Of course, those motoring south are in the perpetual 'outside' lane. (This is only so because we're not in England.) I forget my point.

Back 2 the road!

ra

On August 29th and 30th, Richard and Wylie were on the set of "Raising Hope" to shoot their joint guest appearance on the half-hour comedy. A few days later, Richard sent a text to share one of the pictures from their day on the set.

September 4, 2011

Wylie gets make-up for TV debut on RAISING HOPE. August 2011.

RaNdErSoN

In the episode, Richard plays a protective father who mistakenly believes that Jimmy (Lucas Neff) is hitting on his daughter, played by 13-year-old Wylie.

"Raising Hope" airs on Tuesday nights on FOX, and Richard's and Wylie's episode is tentatively due to air in October.

The Raising Hope website has more information about the series as well as photos and full episodes for viewing.

Richard sent another brief email with a bit of exciting news for himself and for his daughter, Wylie.

August 26, 2011

I wanted you to know, first, that Wylie and I have been inked to appear, together, mind you, in an episode of "Raising Hope." We are both very excited.

Details to follow, but you have it exclusively, right now. It is something like this that I do want you to have first.

I have to go to bed...

Rick

"Raising Hope," a situation comedy about a single dad raising his infant daughter, airs on Tuesday nights on FOX. As details follow, they will be added here.

In an email, Richard shared his parental pride in his daughter's most recent theatrical performances. As for his own appearances, a return to "Fairly Legal" has not yet been confirmed, although he has been offered another commercial which may shoot next month.

June 28, 2011

For some time now I've been staying tight with Wylie. She's had the lead in two productions, ("Phantom Tollbooth" and "Little Women"). And, my God!! She shone! She played Beth in "Women," so things get pretty heavy for the actress playing her. She gets sick, and dies, ultimately. Wylie's getting very close to being able to tap the emotional coffers she's been adding to over the years. She made a dozen people in the audience weep openly, very audible sniffling for minutes after the death scene.

She just might have 'it'. She certainly stands out when she shares the stage with others... she's definitely got 'something' that gets her close to that.... space, that heart, the focus, intelligence, nerve.... Time will tell.

Yesterday she started the summer program at a camp for theatrical kids. Fairly intensive gig.

Wish I had an answer for you regarding "Fairly Legal." I love reading [on the internet] about what I'm supposed to be doing because if it weren't for these little snippets of "information" I wouldn't have a clue. No one from the Company has spoken to me. I suppose I should investigate the status of things.

OOOOHH!!!! Whew! Just remembered: I MAY be going to Brazil at the end of July to shoot a commercial. It will only show in Brazil. O, well. I've never been to Brazil, so there's that.

'night,

R

Richard's TV special for the History Channel, "101 Gadgets That Changed the World," was originally scheduled to air on Father's Day, June 19, 2011. However, Richard sent a text to say that the anticipated program has changed.

May 24, 2011

Here's one 4U: The "gadgets" project I filmed in NY 4 History Channel?... IT WILL NOT BE AIRING ON FATHER'S DAY :(

Rick

In a follow-up text the next day, Richard added that the entire concept has been changed and that the special is now expected to be done as a completely "voiced" piece. Whether any of Richard's work will appear in the final version is now uncertain.

[As a postscript, the History Channel special aired on June 15th using a voice-over. None of Richard's narration or on-screen work appeared in the show.]

Richard was among the guests from the world of science fiction who attended the Chevron 7.6 convention at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham, UK. During the weekend, he addressed fans' questions in several panels, posed for photos, signed autographs, and auctioned off a number of items in support of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.

Click here to see some pictures from the event.

Richard joined a number of guests from the world of science fiction at the FedCon XX convention in Düsseldorf, Germany. The weekend included several panels during which fans could ask questions of the guests. Richard also posed for photos and signed autographs. Money raised during the auction went to support the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.

Wylie had tweeted to say that Richard was in New York filming a new TV special, and when Richard returned home, he sent a few more details about his latest project.

March 20, 2011

History Channel's "101 Gadgets That Changed the World," hosted by Richard Dean Anderson, will air on Father's Day, 2011. Quite a day of green screen filming. I don't talk that much in a year!... But it might be an OK project in the end. If it makes the grade, History could make a series out of it...

Mmmmmmmmm......

r

Richard seemed to be in a poetic mood early this morning when he shared a few thoughts and a colorful self portrait.

February 17, 2011

I've watched the moonrise,
now the sun,
all in one breath.
The dogs are confused,
as am I,
watching all the colors
out there,
not to mention...
...in the sky.

(watching all that lives out there...
not to mention in the sky.)

(watching as dear life rolls by,
not to mention... metaphors... in the sky.)

Rick

Richard has a recurring guest role on "Fairly Legal," a new series for the USA Network which debuted on January 20th. The February 17th episode marks the first appearance of Richard's character, David Smith, who is a charismatic but secretive man who enters Kate Reed's life shortly after the death of her father and who has mysterious and deep connections to the Reed family.

Episodes can also be viewed at the USA Network website and at HULU.

For more information about "Fairly Legal," visit the Filmography.

Richard paused for a brief text message with photos as he and Wylie prepared for the annual Father Daughter Valentine's Day Dance at Wylie's school. The picture came with the caption below, and a second picture of Wylie can be seen here.

February 12, 2011

Wylie & her Dad heading out to the Daddy Daughter Dance. Actually, just a casual shot of our two kids being kids, loving the world and all other celestial bodies......

Rick

On December 5, the University of Southern California School of Medicine hosted the 4th Annual Quench the Fire 5K Run & Walk at Whittier Narrows Park in South El Monte near Los Angeles. The proceeds from the event benefited the USC Pain Center at the Keck School of Medicine at USC in its goal to support education, research, and treatment of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) and other neuropathic chronic pain diseases. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome, also called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), is a chronic neurological disease affecting an estimated 1.5 to more than 6 million Americans. To learn more about chronic pain conditions or to make a donation, visit the USC Pain Center website.

Richard's doctor has been associated with the USC Pain Center, and in support of the work they are doing there, Richard has appeared at each of the four Annual Run/Walk events. As a guest emcee, he helped to signal the start of the race and to announce the special winners as the race concluded. Richard also mingled with the fans who attended, and he posed for pictures and signed autographs.

Click here to see some pictures from the event.

Richard is scheduled for a number of appearances coming up in the next few months. Here are some things to watch for:

December 5, 2010: USC Quench the Fire 5K/10K Run-Walk-Roll at Whittier Narrows Park, South El Monte, California
Richard is expected to attend the 4th annual event in support of the USC Pain Center's research, education, and treatment of chronic pain diseases.
For more information, visit: Quench the Fire.

January 20, 2011: Fairly Legal on the USA Network
Richard appears in several episodes in a recurring guest role for the new series "Fairly Legal" (originally titled "Facing Kate") on the USA Network.
For more information, visit: Fairly Legal.

April 28-May 1, 2011: FedCon XX at the Maritim Hotel, Düsseldorf, Germany
Richard is among the guests from the world of science fiction scheduled to attend the FedCon XX convention in Düsseldorf, Germany.
For more information, visit: FedCon XX.

May 6-8, 2011: Chevron 7.6 at the Hilton Metropole, Birmingham, UK
Richard is among the guests from the world of science fiction scheduled to attend the Chevron 7.6 convention in Birmingham, UK.
For more information, visit: Chevron 7.6.

Richard had spoken in the past of his friend and neighbor Lorie Sandoval, the mother of one of Wylie's friends. She had been diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease), and her illness has had a devastating effect on the family's finances. To show their support, Lorie's friends and neighbors in the Malibu community where they live united by organizing a community fundraiser which was held on October 15th in Malibu. A number of local celebrities were in attendance, and Richard was the photographer for the event.

More information about the Sandoval family and the Sandoval Family Benefit Party can be found at Wallet Pop and The Malibu Times.

Those not attending may also mail donations in the form of checks payable to: Lorie Sandoval Family Fund, P.O. Box 2122, Malibu, CA 90265.

The organizers have also suggested that donations may be made via PayPal to: sandovalfamilyparty@gmail.com

Richard sent a brief message about his friend and about how the Benefit Party came to be:

October 15, 2010

Another one of those "moments"! What started as a local 'collection plate' sort of deal obviously blossomed into a nice little event for our friend, Lorie. She and I used to gab at each other about our respective pains and maladies last year. We kind of had this private club of two, using each other to vent and support.

And then one day... It really did happen... like THAT!

And so it began.

And here we are.

I will photograph the fundraiser evening.

Rick

On Twitter, Richard added an appeal to fans who may be moved to offer their help:

Lorie is a dear friend of mine; please help if you can. $1, $2.... any is appreciated.

Following the weekend event, Richard shared a picture of his friend Lorie, and he added his thanks on Twitter:

A dear & beautiful soul peers from within Lorie's eyes. She is so clearly "there" for you, if you commit to going in, listening closely, ... I am in awe of the Generosity of YOU. Lorie knows, cries, I see what is happening, cry, smile, appreciate... Thank YOU

After returning from Vancouver, Richard forwarded a copy of the latest newsletter from the National Resources Defense Council. In a brief attached message, he shared his pleasure over the news that oil drilling has been halted in the region of Alaska’s Chukchi Sea.

August 12, 2010

heavy duty goodness...

Anderson, Rick

Click here to read the latest newletter from the NRDC.

During the first weekend in August, Richard attended the "Meet the Man" convention in Vancouver, BC. The event, which featured a cocktail party, question & answer panels, photo and autograph sessions, and a charity auction, was held in support of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. By the end of the weekend, $100,000 had been raised to help protect marine life.

Photos and summaries of the question & answer sessions are being gradually added to the website here.

Richard was in Vancouver on Wednesday to film additional scenes for the new series "Facing Kate." Upon his return to Los Angeles, he sent a new picture and a brief message.

July 30, 2010

Love personified. Here are the Girls...guarding the cement driveway. (No one will ever steal my driveway)!

I am currently on my way to relieve them.

Rick

Richard sent another quick message to say that he had just signed the most recent petition from the NRDC to protect the Arctic from proposed oil drilling by BP. Adding that there was "No obligation, $ wise," he forwarded the information from NRDC's latest newsletter which begins:

They’re BACK ...

Follow the link above for more information about the Liberty Project and how to make your voice heard.

Last month, Richard filmed a series of commercials to promote the 20th anniversary of Zaxby's, a fast food chicken franchise located predominantly in the southeastern US. With a pop culture nod to 1990 when the restaurant chain began, the commercials play off of Richard's MacGyver personna as he builds a high intensity proton laser, a blow gun, and finds himself stuck in an elevator.

Three commercials began airing on television this week, and they can also be seen here.

Among his occasional tweets (now viewable on the homepage feed), Richard has continued to send text messages during his travels. His messages included some pictures he had taken, sometimes with an explanation, sometimes without. One message was sent from the Vancouver airport as he prepared to return to Los Angeles after filming his first appearance on Facing Kate:

June 22, 2010

Well, finished up in Van. 4 a while. Recurring role keeps me guessing. Not great 4 making plans. Just taking off 2 LA. Shoot went fine. Cast is pretty & smart. More later. Closing the door.

Another message was sent from the Hartford airport as he prepared to return to Los Angeles after a week spent visiting New England:

July 1, 2010

I have been loitering around the East. Bopping around the Berkshires. Stayed a few x days. Bonus was getting 2 c more of Wylie b4 my return. Fun. Miss my dogs. More L8r. Picture of chicken I ate in Ojai, CA. Day trippin'.

Via Twitter and text, Richard has shared that he and Wylie are passing through Boston. "Made into Boston, kids. Life in the fast lane!" he tweeted. "Wylie's looking over my shoulder, actually helping me thru 1st day of TWEETing." Then he added a photo of his daughter: "Again meet Wylie my Twitter Manager. She's the bestest! http://twitpic.com/1zc8kd"

While certain news items will continue to be added here on the Updates page, updates will not be made for each and every tweet, so to make it easier to follow Richard's messages, a live Twitter feed has now been added to the main page of this website. Fans can also follow directly on Twitter: @andersonrdean.

Richard followed up the message from his daughter the day before. He is filming a new project in Vancouver, and he took a moment between scenes to text a few details from the set:

June 21, 2010

Wylie got so excited and involved with Twitter, there was no denying the technology of it all. "It'll be so cool, Dad..." So "cool" it must be.

This wee gig happened SO fast. The offer came WHILE I was shooting something else last week. FACING KATE is the name of the show. I'm on for just 5 episodes, dispersed over 11 or 12. (Wylie thought it was a good storyline, too.) In Vancouver - where else?

Rick

According to online sources, including Fancast and The Hollywood Reporter, "Facing Kate" is a new series for the USA Network from creator Michael Sardo and executive producer Steve Stark.

The show centers on Kate, a top-flight litigator who leaves her firm to become a mediator when she realizes that "truth and justice are not always being found in the court room." Described as a legal drama with "a lighter tone, quirky lead character, and picturesque San Francisco setting," the new show fits the genre of other USA series such as "Monk," "Psych," "In Plain Sight" and "Royal Pains."

The series stars Sarah Shahi as Kate Reed and costars Michael Trucco, Virginia Williams, and Baron Vaughn. Richard Dean Anderson will be appearing in a recurring guest role as David Smith, "a charismatic but secretive man who enters Kate’s life shortly after the death of her father. In short order, it is revealed that David has deeper connections to the Reed family."

Production began on June 16 in Vancouver, and Richard has made the trip north where he is currently filming his new role.

The latest message actually came courtesy of Wylie, who wrote to share the news that her dad has finally entered the realm of Twitter:

June 20, 2010

My dad wanted to let you know that he is now on Twitter! His account is andersonrdean@twitter.com. Is there any way you can post that info on your RDAnderson.com website? He listed that website as a link on his Twitter account. Thanks!

-wylie

Richard sent a brief message to forward the latest newsletter from the Natural Resources Defense Council, hoping to spread the word about the environmental dangers of the proposed Pebble Mine in Alaska. Click here to read his forwarded message from the NRDC Newsletter.

June 13, 2010

Fell a'nap this afternoon in the backyard after a romp with 'Andy' and 'Daisy'. Good medicine those dogs.

Passing this on. As much as I know how to beg.....

Smile on!

RAndersonDean

Last year, Richard had returned to Vancouver to film a few scenes that would appear near the end of the first season of Stargate Universe. Those scenes are part of the 18th episode, "Subversion," airing on May 21 on SyFy. In the episode, Colonel Telford is suspected of espionage after Dr. Rush has a disturbing dream about a covert meeting with the Lucian Alliance, and Colonel Young investigates the matter with the help of General Jack O'Neill and Dr. Daniel Jackson. The story arc continues in the two-part finale, "Incursion," which begins on June 4th. Richard Dean Anderson and Amanda Tapping appear in the preview for "Incursion."

For more information about Stargate Universe, visit MGM and SyFy.

Images of Lieutenant General O'Neill from SGU can be seen here.

Although he is still traveling, Richard took a moment to send a brief message from the road and to forward the latest newsletter from the Natural Resources Defense Council, hoping to spread the word about one way to help stop illegal whaling. Click here to read his forwarded message from the NRDC Newsletter.

March 12, 2010

Any reason why we can't send this around to our friends?

Love you Kids!!

Anderson, Rick

Loyal fans who faithfully bought each season of MacGyver as it was released on DVD and have been waiting anxiously for years to complete their collections with the two final TV movies now have reason to rejoice. TVshowsonDVD.com is reporting that Paramount is finally releasing the two MacGyver movies, "Lost Treasure of Atlantis" and "Trail to Doomsday" on a single separate DVD due to be released on June 15, 2010.

The DVD is already available for preorder on Amazon.com.

Richard visited Australia for the first time when he joined fellow "Stargate" cast members Christopher Judge, Ben Browder, Claudia Black, Dan Shea, David Nykl, Connor Trinneer, and David Blue for the HUB Productions Stargate 2010 convention. The weekend consisted of two separate conventions, the first in Sydney on March 6th, and the second in Melbourne on March 7th. Each event featured photo sessions, autograph sessions, guest panels, and an auction which offered a selection of props and memorabilia to raise money for HUB's designated charities. Richard's appearance was in support of his own charities, including the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. Guests and fans alike enjoyed an outstanding weekend of memorable moments, and some of the highlights and photos of Richard's appearance are featured here.

Richard kept in touch with another phone call following his 60th birthday celebration on January 23rd.

He described his special day as "just brilliant!" He had spent the whole day with Wylie and his mom, and they had spent time just hanging out, relaxing, and playing with the dogs in the yard. Then they all went out to their favorite restaurant for a party orchestrated by Wylie. She had arranged for a chocolate dessert with a pure molten chocolate center, and all the employees came out to sing Happy Birthday. "It was a GREAT, WONDERFUL birthday!" he said. Then he added, "I don't feel 60!"

His birthday had begun in the morning with messages from fans when he opened a package of postcards that some fans had sent from countries all around the world. "Oh, God, it's just brilliant! Just wonderful!" he exclaimed. Many hundreds of additional messages had been left on the Fan Mail page, and ecards sent to acknowledge charitable donations had also been forwarded to him, but he admitted that he hadn't been online for almost a week. He added, "I do thank you for that!" and he promised to view them right away, just as soon as he got back online.

First, however, he needed to wrap up the phone call as kickoff time approached on a Sunday afternoon. The Minnesota native was preparing to watch the Vikings battle for the NFC title.