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Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters (1980–1982) — comedy · music on NBC
About Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters
Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters ended its run on February 27, 1982, after its second season on NBC. The show last aired on that date, concluding its original broadcast history. It was a variety series that combined comedy, music, and entertainment, and it was part of NBC's programming from November 1980 through early 1982.
The series was hosted by the Mandrell sisters—Barbara, Louise, and Irlene Mandrell—and featured musical guests, comedy sketches, and recurring characters such as the puppet band Truck Shackley and the Texas Critters. Each episode concluded with a gospel song, emphasizing a family-friendly, musical atmosphere. The show was a mix of performances and comedy sketches, reflecting the sisters' talents and personalities.
The cast included Barbara Mandrell, Louise Mandrell, and Irlene Mandrell, who played themselves throughout the series.
Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters episode schedule
35 aired
Aired · 35
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| February 27, 1982 | S2·E16 | Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash, Mr. Blackwell |
| February 20, 1982 | S2·E15 | Tom Jones & R.C. Bannon |
| February 13, 1982 | S2·E14 | Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, The Smothers Brothers |
| February 6, 1982 | S2·E13 | Danny Thomas & Gail Davies |
| January 30, 1982 | S2·E12 | Donny Osmond & Ray Stevens |
| January 23, 1982 | S2·E11 | Sylvia & Ray Charles |
| January 2, 1982 | S2·E10 | Andy Williams & The Oak Ridge Boys |
| December 12, 1981 | S2·E9 | Roy Rogers & Dale Evans, Sons of the Pioneers, Steve Wariner |
| December 5, 1981 | S2·E8 | Mel Tillis & Phyllis Diller |
| November 28, 1981 | S2·E7 | Brenda Lee & Paul Williams |
| November 21, 1981 | S2·E6 | The Statler Brothers |
| November 14, 1981 | S2·E5 | Tony Orlando & BJ Thomas |
| November 7, 1981 | S2·E4 | Conway Twitty & Patrick Duffy |
| October 31, 1981 | S2·E3 | TG Sheppard & Gladys Knight and the Pips |
| October 24, 1981 | S2·E2 | John Schneider & Terri Gibbs |
| October 3, 1981 | S2·E1 | Alabama & Debbie Reynolds |
| May 9, 1981 | S1·E19 | Jerry Reed |
| May 2, 1981 | S1·E18 | Bobby Goldsboro & The Bellamy Brothers |
| April 4, 1981 | S1·E17 | Dottie West & Jim Stafford |
| March 28, 1981 | S1·E16 | Ronnie Milsap, Blackwood Brothers, Charlotte Rae |
| March 21, 1981 | S1·E15 | Charlie Daniels & BJ Thomas |
| March 14, 1981 | S1·E14 | Micky Gilley & Teddy Pendergrass |
| March 7, 1981 | S1·E13 | Roy Rogers & Dale Evans |
| February 21, 1981 | S1·E12 | Alabama & Glen Campbell |
| February 14, 1981 | S1·E11 | Larry Gatlin & Robert Guillaume |
| February 7, 1981 | S1·E10 | TG Shepperd & Paul Anka |
| January 31, 1981 | S1·E9 | Andy Gibb & Minnie Pearl |
| January 24, 1981 | S1·E8 | Conway Twitty |
| January 17, 1981 | S1·E7 | Tennessee Ernie Ford & Jon 'Bowser' Bauman |
| January 3, 1981 | S1·E6 | Bob Hope & Marty Robbins |
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| December 20, 1980 | S1·E5 | Bobby Vinton & Andraé Crouch |
| December 13, 1980 | S1·E4 | Ray Stevens |
| December 6, 1980 | S1·E3 | Charley Pride & Hoyt Axton |
| November 29, 1980 | S1·E2 | Kenny Rogers & Andraé Crouch |
| November 18, 1980 | S1·E1 | Dolly Parton & John Schneider |