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Here are more of the letters recently received from Candid Camera viewers. (Please note, only signed letters will be considered for publication.)

ABOUT THAT BANISTER BIT…
    I watched Jennifer with her head in an iron banister. If she would have rotated her shoulders parallel to the vertical banister bars, then she could have exited her dilemma by bringing her body and feet through the banister to the same side as her head. I performed this same feat as a small child when I crawled backwards through the iron railing on the front porch of my house. Luckily, my feet reached the ground, but my head would not come through. I had my mother in a panic, and none of the other adults could figure out what to do, just like Jennifer. But before they called for the "Jaws of Life" (which had not yet been invented) my father figured out he could rotate my shoulders and pull me back through the bars. Thanks for bringing back a childhood memory.
—Bill Pellouchoud, Boulder, Colorado

…AND THE BIKE BIT
    Just watched your show with your bit on stopping people on their bicycles for speeding. I wanted to let you know that it really happened to my daughter at the University of Florida. When she was stopped she couldn't believe it was for real. In fact she asked if it was Candid Camera. But she got a ticket! She had to go to bicycle safety classes to avoid the $60 fine.
—Ellen Fruchtman, Toledo, Ohio

…AND THE SECURITY GUARD BIT
    I sure hope that you are back permanently. I was worried that it may actually be gone for good. I really loved the skit with Peter viewing the Security Camera in the bathroom of the Apartment complex. Actually I have so many favorites I won't go into it but I just want you to know that you have more loyal fans than you could ever imagine. Candid Camera Rules!
—Shirley, Algie, Columbus, Ohio

…AND THE GAS-PUMPING BIT
    I am one of those strange Oregonians who can't pump their own gas (because we like to create jobs for our state). But at least I am not living in California, which is the only desert in the world with so many swimming pools that they need to ask Oregon to build a pipeline for drinking water. Haaa! Haaa!
—K. Cornie

WHAT'S WITH CBS?
    Why isn't Candid Camera on the CBS fall lineup? I love the show and I truly hope it isn't cancelled.
—D. Soulis

GOOD OLD DAYS
    Why don't you show some of the real old candid camera stunts? I remember in college a professor used to show us different old ones and they were extremely funny. Don't get me wrong today's are great, it's just neat to see the old clothing, hats and how proper the people were.
—Regina Duong

[Peter's reply: We do many "Then & Now" sequences. Keep watching!]

LONE STAR REQUEST
    I live in South Texas and just want to know why you don't come down here and play jokes on people. Most of the people I see on your show are usually close to California. I am sure you could find some people in Texas to play jokes on.
—Karen Moore, Beeville, Texas

[Peter's reply: We've made several visits to Texas. Remember the "Fire Sale" I conducted at the Dallas Fire Department? Or, how about the time we "closed" Texas for the day! You could be next, Karen.]

JOB WELL DONE
    I just wanted to thank ya'll for a job well done. Keep up the good work and the laughs that warm homes everywhere!
—Randy Carlton, from a small town in South Georgia

    I am so happy to see the program back on the air. There are fewer than 10 network shows I watch with any regularity and I was disappointed when yours disappeared. The powers that be MUST leave you alone and the ratings will grow. I'll keep watching and smiling as long as I can find you.
—Bob Whitney, St. Louis

    We really enjoyed the lady blowing up the flat tire! My husband and daughter and I got the biggest kick out of that. I really enjoy clean-cut shows. Finally! Many thanks to you and the staff!
—T. J. Forbes, California

    I am so glad that Candid Camera is back on TV. I especially liked the one where you kept changing the wall with stuff on it and would either change or disappear!
—Amanda Moore, Texas

WHAT'S THE PAY?
    When people give you ideas for the show, do you reward them or pay them for the idea? And if so, how much?
—Steve Johnson

[Peter's reply: We pay between $150 and $300 for the ideas we use.]

BEAUTY IN THE EYE OF…
    I look forward each week to just seeing Miss Somers' clothing! The June 9th second outfit, the black sparkles, was fantastic. What a talent her stepdaughter has in creating such beautiful clothes. Of course anything would look awesome on the spectacular beauty, Suzanne Somers. Our family loves the show!
—Teresa Gotch, Ortonville, Michigan

    I love Candid Camera but I squirm at Suzanne's too short outfits! You are not Ally McBeal, Suzanne. Please dress more comfortably.
—Kathryn Dalenberg, Valley Head, Alabama

LAUGHING WITH THEM
    What I like the most about the show is that you don't feel like you are laughing at someone but with them. We loved the bit you did with the bike-riding traffic cop pulling over "speeders" who were jogging, skating, biking and even walking! I jog and I can just imagine my reaction!
—L. Murphy

A FAMILY TRADITION
    Thank you for the "new" Candid Camera. I say new as I remember watching the old show with my mom and dad a few years ago. Mom died last summer, and dad is in a home and isn't able to enjoy the show. But my family enjoys the new show. I still tell them about the talking mailbox. Thank you for the new and old laughs. God bless.
—Mike Petroff

[Peter's reply: I understand exactly what you mean, Mike. My father died last September. Of course, we too watched Candid Camera as a family. And now I watch the show with my wife Amy and our kids, Stephie and Danny. It's truly a show for the generations.]

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