Natalie Masters
The star of Candy Matson (NBC West Coast 1949-51), one of radios few female-led detective shows and a massive regional hit.
Radio Credits
1 show
Biography
Natalie Masters (born Natalie Parks) starred in Candy Matson YUkon 2-8209, a detective drama on NBC West Coast from June 29 1949 to May 20 1951. Her husband Monty Masters created the show as a vehicle for himself until his mother-in-law suggested he rewrite it for a woman. He cast his wife in the title role. Despite being San Franciscos most popular radio show and frequently the top-rated West Coast program, Candy Matson never attracted a national sponsor. Only 14 of 93 produced episodes survive in audio form.
Radio Credits — In Our Archive
Did You Know?
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The character was originally written as a male lead by her husband Monty Masters
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Only 14 of the 93 produced episodes survive in audio form though 81 scripts are archived
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Despite being San Franciscos most popular show, Candy Matson never got a national sponsor
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The phone number YUkon 2-8209 was a real working San Francisco telephone number
Known For
Candy Matson YUkon 2-8209 NBC West Coast 1949-1951