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The Parent Zone

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The Parent Zone was a TV special on WSMV-TV in Nashville, Tennessee, based on the characters created by Emmy award winning writer David Van Hooser for his TV series The Steve Spots.[1] Starring actors Chambers Stevens and Betsy Sullenger the special dealt with the breakup of a teenage romance.[2] The character of Steve was originally a thirty six episode television show that aired on WSMV.[3] After the cancellation of the show the television station received many complaints.[4] Eventually WSMV brought back the characters and The Parent Zone aired in July 1989.[5]

References

  1. ^ The Tennessean, “WSMV garners 64 local Emmy award nominations” Oct 17, 1989
  2. ^ TV Guide, July 1st 1989 (page 131)
  3. ^ Star News, Hendersonville, TN “Local actor deals with complicated teen problems’ June 1987
  4. ^ Nashville Banner, “Calls pouring in over departure of TV ‘Steve’ – Jan 19, 1988
  5. ^ TV Guide, July 1st 1989 (page 131)