
“ The series has never been off the air (in syndication) and it’s very difficult to be in competition with yourself. Her most notable novel is Beaches, which was made into a 1988 film of the same name.She has also written several stage musicals as well as for television shows, such as The Sonny and Cher Show. 20 – and says she was reluctant to bring back the character after 25 years. Iris Rainer Dart (née Rainer born March 3, 1944) is an American author and playwright for television and the stage. Meanwhile: Eden reprises the role she’s best known for in NBC’s “ I Still Dream of Jeannie” telepic airing Oct. : If you loved Beaches, youll love the sequel (Cosmopolitan). She adds, “ W e’ll probably have a little music in it, so I can sing a little bit.” “ We’re tying up the loose ends with ABC and looking for someone to write the script.”Įden, who’ll take on the part of entertainer Cee Cee Bloom (the role originated by Midler in Disney’s 1988 film adaptation of “ Beaches” ), says the TV movie will pick up where Bloom takes custody of her deceased friend’s daughter.

“ We just got the rights last Friday,” says Eden, who plans to adapt the tome into a TV movie.

HOLLYWOOD – Disney has relinquished its rights to “ I’ll Be There,” the sequel to “ Beaches,” as a vehicle for Bette Midler –Â and the Iris Rainer Dart novel has been snapped up by Barbara Eden.
