Wilmer Valderrama to Star in Disney's Reimagined Zorro Series

 

Disney has officially announced that Wilmer Valderrama, star of "That 70s Show" and "NCIS" will star in a new reimagined Zorro series. Valderrama will play the dual role of Diego de la Vega and Zorro in this telenovela style Zorro. He will act as an executive producer along with Gary Marsh, the creative chief at Disney Branded Television, and John Gertz, President of Zorro Productions, Inc. 

Ayo Davis, President of Disney Branded Television, explains Disney's concept for the series: "We're reimagining this Disney classic as a compelling period piece, set in the Pueblo de Los Angeles, but told in a very modern telenovela style-- with richly drawn contemporary characters and relationships set against action, drama, suspense and humor of the original iconic Zorro." 

The series is currently in "Pre-Production." No other names are attached to this series at this time. No date for filming or release has been given. 

Guy Williams starred as Zorro in the original Disney series from 1957-60. He was and still is beloved by millions of fans worldwide. Williams is considered to be, by many, the greatest Zorro of all time.

Can Disney capture the greatness of the series that Disney made in the 1950s? Can Valderrama be even a shadow of the great Guy Williams' Zorro? IF, and that is a huge IF... IF, they can repeat the magic of that series with its outstanding storytelling, amazing characters, superb swashbuckling choreography,  and incredible acting they will have a hit that will make Zorro one of the most entertaining and watched characters on television once again. 

ZORRO'S PACIFIC ODYSSEY - A ZORRO BOOK SERIES by Susan Kite

 

From author Susan Kite and BoldVenture Press comes….

ZORRO'S PACIFIC ODYSSEY begins a masterful three-part adventure of the first masked hero with The Outward Journey, followed by The Forbidden Country and the final episode, The Deadly Homecoming

The Outward Journey: Terror stalks Spanish California, ruthless and relentless … A landowner’s daughter is kidnapped and believed dead. Undaunted, Don Diego de la Vega wears Zorro’s midnight black garb, and goes forth in search of the girl. Once she is rescued, everyone believes the terrorists have been defeated. When the fanatics opt to kidnap a wealthy landowner’s son, they choose Diego as their hostage! Zorro must affect his own escape aboard a British ship, sailing toward a dreadful fate.

The Forbidden Country: Danger in a foreign land! Zorro’s bold debut in the land of the setting sun finds him charged with murder, running from the Emperor’s minions and British soldiers! Though he despairs of returning home, the fox targets a group of sadistic opium dealers, to whom peace-loving peasants are but human bargaining chips. Half a world away, Diego’s father and other wealthy landowners unite against a gang of cutthroat terrorists. With the Curse of Capistrano conveniently gone, California’s fertile lands look ripe for plunder!

The Deadly Homecoming: Many unhappy returns! Diego de la Vega’s passage on a California-bound vessel is hardly a relaxing journey. Aboard the China Star, assassination dogs his footsteps. Someone wants to make certain he never sees his homeland again! In California, the human trafficking gang has grown six-fold, and a hired assassin stalks Don Alejandro, Zorro’s own father! Adventure is the only thing Diego loves as much as family and country. While others believe the odds are insurmountable, Zorro sharpens his blade for a final battle, wherein the prize is freedom.

Susan Kite, author of the new Zorro trilogy, was a guest at Pulp Adventurecon, Dania Beach, Florida, on March 12, 2022. Previously, Susan's short story "Zorro and the Gypsy Gold" was published in Zorro: The Daring Escapades from Bold Venture Press. She has authored young adult (YA) science fiction, children’s historical and adult fiction books. Her works include My House of Dreams, The Mendel Experiment trilogy, and Billy Bob Flybottom: A Very Tall Tale.

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New Children's Book - The Promise of Zorro

 

Coming August 1, 2021 - the first Zorro children's book to be released in decades. Author Heather Anderson is a gifted storyteller. Her wonderfully written and fully illustrated children's story is sure to be an instant classic, kids will love. 

A magnificent new children's book authorized by Zorro Productions Incorporated: THE PROMISE OF ZORRO, written and illustrated by Heather Anderson, from Bold Venture Press. Cover by Francisco Silva. (Spanish version to follow) 

https://www.boldventurepress.com/the-promise-of-zorro/

Bullying creates, in some people, a desire to crush it. Often a champion arises - sometimes an imaginary one - whether it be a group of avengers or one superhero. In the pueblo of Los Angeles, California, nearly 200 years ago, a bad behavior had crept in - bullying began.

Then - out of the mystery of the unknown - appeared a boy who promised himself when he grew up, he would always fight the bullies with clever ways and not be a bully himself. He grew up to fight all injustice. He inspired the people to rise up to resist cruelty. 

That man became the first masked superhero... Zorro! 

Zorro and The Irish Colonel - New Zorro Book

HOLD ONTO YOUR HAT... SWORD... MASK!

COMING SOON from Bold Venture Press by Eugene Craig... ZORRO AND THE IRISH COLONEL (cover by Francisco Silva), based on the masked pulp fiction hero created by Johnston McCulley... In the pueblo of Los Angeles, California, a dread malady crept in.... the disease of oppression... but there appeared a masked rider who became a hero to the oppressed, who - cunning as a fox - in the language of the Latinos, was called El Zorro. But this story doesn't actually begin with Zorro. The story begins with the passengers on a coach from San Pedro, heading for Los Angles. Among those on the coach is a young boy and his mother, and a seemingly amicable Irish Colonel. However, concealed behind the affable appearance is a man with a sordid history who carries a dark secret. In Los Angeles, he intends to avenge the death of men slaughtered in his regiment. Would he carry his retribution into the ranks of the innocent? Sign up for the newsletter at www.boldventurepress.com and watch for the upcoming release of this Disney-style Zorro adventure.

Henry Darrow Dead at 87

 

Henry Darrow passed away on March 14, 2021. He was 87. Henry's career spanned sixty years. He will be best remembered as Manolio Montoya on the television western series The High Chaparral. The series five-year run made Darrow a household name and launched him into stardom. He would go on to appear in hundreds of TV series and films. Fans will also remember Henry as the loveable Don Alejandro de la Vega on the 1990s Family Channel series Zorro. His appearance opposite Duncan Regehr endeared him to millions of viewers around the globe. 

Henry's life was chronicled in the book Henry Darrow Lightning in the Bottle authored by Henry and his friend Jan Pippins. The book gives an intimate look at the life and career of the trailblazer Latino actor. 

Henry Darrow will be remembered as the only actor to hold the distinction of playing Zorro in three different Hollywood television series - The New Adventures of Zorro (1981), Zorro and Son (1983), and Zorro (1994) in the episode Like Father, Like Son. Henry also holds the distinction of being the only of play the father of Zorro in two different series: Zorro and Son (1983) and Zorro (1991-93). He is also the first Latino actor to play Zorro in a Hollywood production. 

Henry Darrow was an actor, beloved husband, and a dear friend to many. He was always gracious and more than generous with his time. He was funny, loveable, and kind. Adored and loved by thousands, he will be missed. But not forgotten. Goodbye, Henry. Thank you for bringing us so many smiles and great times and good memories over the many years. 

Duncan Regehr ONLINE Q&A November 27, 2020

 



Full Empire Promotions will be hosting a live online Q&A with Duncan Regehr on November 27, 2020. Follow the links below to take part in the Q&A session.

LET IT BEGIN!
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Digital Fan Event with The Monster Squad, Zorro, V the series, and Star Trek star DUNCAN REGEHR on November 27th!

4pm ET - Duncan will be doing a virtual Q&A that will stream LIVE to the Full Empire Promotions Facebook & YouTube accounts!

Feel free to watch along and ask Duncan some questions!

5pm ET - Directly after the Q&A, you can join Duncan on ZOOM for a 1 on 1 video meet and greet! You can have 5 minutes to chat with Duncan about anything, and we will even email you a recording of your meeting! You will need to download the ZOOM app for this. The app is free and very easy to use from anywhere in the world!

Autographs are available for pre-order! You can mail in your own item to be signed, or select one of the photos we have to offer!

Video Greetings are also available! These are 30-40 second shoutout videos from Duncan that are recorded just for you! (Happy Birthday, Get Well, or just general fan message!)

All sales end at 5pm ET on November 27th! Don't miss out!

For all info, please visit http://fullempirepromotions.com/

Duncan Regehr

ACTION! ADVENTURE! And ROMANCE! ZORRO!

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced most people around the globe to alter their routines and even their lifestyles. After months of being stuck at home due to lockdowns and restrictions, you may be experiencing boredom. Perhaps you're running out of things to do. If you need to leave the house and escape to a world of action, adventure, and romance then step back in time to the era of Spanish California.  Return to the days when tyrants ruled with fear when oppression, injustice, and tyranny were the order of the day. Discover the one man who had the courage of a lion but had to use the cunning of a fox to fight the government's corruption and cruelty. Ride with the greatest hero of them all... ZORRO! 

Guy Williams starred as Zorro in Walt Disney's Zorro television series which ran in the late 1950s for 82 episodes.

Out of the night... When the full moon is bright.. Comes a horseman known as Zorro.

This bold renegade... Carves a "Z" with his blade... A "Z" that stands for Zorro

Walt Disney's Zorro starring Guy Williams. Zorro duels the evil Capitan Monastario.

From 1990-1994 Duncan Regehr starred in 88 episodes of the Family Channel's Zorro television series.

When daggers are pointed at innocent hearts and muskets are ready to fire

When tyrants ride high and govern with fear

As the forces of evil conspire

Then from out of the night, a hero must rise

with courage that even a mask won't disguise

They turn to the man called Zorro

The Family Channel Zorro also know as New World Zorro. Watch the trailer.