The Anchor Formerly Known as Sherri Allen
I know, I know. I already have to block out three days to sign papers on a house because my signature is so long. Effective January 1, 2008, I’m taking back my maiden name, Sherri Talley. KTBS has graciously agreed to the change. Casey has graciously agreed to remain my son.  I realize this might be confusing to viewers, so I’m inviting them to this site for questions. Get ready to make some new friends! Â
December 13th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
Maybe you should have asked us if we are interested in remaining friends with you. I don’t think I care for your arrogant and flippant attitude.
December 13th, 2007 at 2:48 pm
If you are expecting an influx of KTBS viewers to your site, perhaps you should have LindsAY stop using such vulgarities as “bitch head”.
December 13th, 2007 at 3:30 pm
So, now you will be Sherri Ann Talley Waggoner Allen Talley - and if you end up with that Zavalydriga guy or that nice Polish fellow - Komorowski (depending on which of the current local rumors about your social life is true), then you’ve really confused us viewer types and it’s going to take 5 minutes of the newscast to tell your name. If that the case, maybe the KTBS folks can simply jump straight to Big Joe and his mega Doppler!!!
How bout doing the one name thing like “Prince” and just be “Sherri” - let’s keep it simple.
December 13th, 2007 at 3:54 pm
rt: Ha. Get over it.
CT: That’s between LindsAy and our viewers/readers and could get interesting, don’t you think? We may have to send her to her room without her computer if she starts in with the name-calling again.
George: I agree! I think this is my simplest option, don’t you? But you know it’s a free country and everyone has the right to change their mind, so we might begin a SherriZavalydriga.com site. Think it’s already taken?
Ed Walsh, our morning anchor, wants me to change my first name.
December 13th, 2007 at 4:04 pm
How bout LexusZavalydriga.com - that way if the newscasting gig does not work out, you could always try being a “performing artist” and not have to change your name again!!
December 13th, 2007 at 4:12 pm
I think it is a good move, then name change that is. I will try to ease up on posting vulgar Bert & Ernie videos too… maybe
December 13th, 2007 at 5:16 pm
1.) Bring on the viewers! Bring it! (Bitch headS)
2.) It’s Sherri Ann Talley Waggoner Allen Allen Talley
3.) I think she should change her name to Oprah Winfrey. “Good evening, I’m Gerry May. And I’m Oprah Winfrey”. It could do wonders for KTBS, not to mention One Class at a Time!
4.) Or…she could be simply…”Esquida”.
December 13th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
Got to your room, LindsAy.
December 13th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
And Chris, if you continue to threaten me…OR…pit me against the viewers…I will have to unleash a world of hurt on you the likes of which no little kitten couldo do!
You just THINK you were hurtin’ in that previous picture?
Just you wait, (to quote your sister Sherri…Mrs. Talley if you’re nasty) “Why don’t you go practice fallen down and I’ll be out later to kick your a*s!”
December 13th, 2007 at 5:28 pm
Gee, if we ever play football or basketball, I’m on LindsAy’s team!
December 13th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
LindsAY - you do not scare me. I am plotting a new way to pit you against the KTBS viewers as we speak.
December 13th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
Alright George! I’ll snap the ball to you and you run the Hail Mary! 10-Hut hut!
“Christopher”, it WAS me against the viewers…and it was called KTBS 3 News at Six…and it was good.
December 13th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
LindsAy — Not sure we need the Hail Mary - I’ll just give it to you and you can blast right thru the middle and kick everyone’s a*s!!! We can just call it the “HELL YEAH” play and we take no prisoners!!!
December 13th, 2007 at 10:51 pm
I remember when Sherri was a DJ at some 2 watt radio station on Midway Avenue in the early 80’s. She was offering free Shreveport Steamer football tickets to the first caller. I went ahead and showed some mercy and called in. I was the first caller. In fact I was the only caller. I’m pretty sure her tame was Sherri Talley then too so if the viewers don’t like the switch she can always go back to radio.
December 13th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
I suspect once viewers hear the name Talley and realize that she is related to me, her popularity and ratings will soar.
December 14th, 2007 at 2:05 am
Lindsay, I was excommunicated from Shreveport and all I remember was Liz Swain and then Sherri Waggoner/Allen. When were the LindsAy years?
December 14th, 2007 at 9:53 am
George, I like the “HELL YEAH” play! The Hail Mary wouldn’t really work anyway, seeing as how I was going to snap the ball to you…
Danny, I was a PRODUCER…so you wouldn’t have seen me on-air…But my years were 1999-2006-ish…
And I agree! Sherri DEFINATELY has a face for radio! HAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
December 14th, 2007 at 11:23 am
Big M…thanks for the memories! My sister, Suzie, was a DJ there, too. It was KBCL. I did morning drive news and sports, a DJ shift, then went out and sold ads, wrote them, voiced them and swept the floors. Thanks for being our only listener. Wait! CT, I know you listened at least once because you called and requested the song, Sad Eyes. Seriously, remember that?
LindsAy and I used to sit next to each other when she produced(we have cubicles in the newsroom). She would remind me to breathe. I would laugh when she spilled stuff all over herself, which she did only when she wore white.
December 14th, 2007 at 11:34 am
Gee, I get no respect.
http://www.rodney.com/rodney/archive/clips.asp
(Scroll down and hit the “Like Mother, Like Son” clip!!
December 14th, 2007 at 11:41 am
That’s classic, George. I miss him.
December 14th, 2007 at 11:47 am
I would also write and post signs on the edit bay while Sherri was in there “voicing” her audio. Signs that read things like…”Quarantine room”…or “Quiet, Indian at work”…or “Do not feed the anchor”
December 14th, 2007 at 1:07 pm
Hell yes I remember listening to you and Suzie on the radio. I think I was about 10 years old?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtdOpnCBLj8
December 14th, 2007 at 3:42 pm
Anonymous - just to give you a little credit …. that Polock guy you’ve been runnin’ bout with, that Komorowski fellow. I wasn’t quite sure I caught his 1st name - was it Bronislaw?? Heard he’s a great guy!
However, if you could get him to lose a couple of lbs (or just maybe wear some pants that aren’t too tight) and maybe do something with that comb-over, he’s actually a pretty nice guy and I think the rest of everybody else on here will agree!!!
Well also, has he had that nervous tick/jerking thing with his head/neck since birth or just since the accident??
In any instance, you guys are a cute couple!!!
December 14th, 2007 at 4:00 pm
Have surgery, miss a lot. (I’ve been out a week)
I like the idea of just one name “Sherri”, then she can change her last name when ever she wants.
December 14th, 2007 at 4:30 pm
Mel, is THAT your new name? “Have surgery, miss a lot”…sort of like “Dances with Wolves”
December 14th, 2007 at 4:54 pm
I believe you should change your name to this: ~
Then you could be called the broadcaster formerly known as Sherri Talley Allen Smith Thompson Jones ‘Hey Casey’s mom’ Talley. Plus it’ll save a lot of room on the lower thirds
December 14th, 2007 at 5:49 pm
Haaa…of course Colleen would think of lower thirds with this! Some of you who aren’t news producers might be thinking this is about the missing part of my half-sister Julie (there’s a picture of her on this site– guess that would be lower halves). Lower thirds are, in this case, an anchor’s name at the bottom of the screen when he or she is shown.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:44 pm
CT! The Sad Eyes YouTube video was obviously produced before the invention of waterproof mascera. Nice touch!
December 14th, 2007 at 7:57 pm
Sherri Talley - You need to post pics of George, Mel, Colleen, Big M and all of the other characters that post on here regularly so we know who everyone is. I think LindsAY is the only one I have met in person, right?.
December 14th, 2007 at 8:09 pm
Not so fast, CT! Some of the above don’t want to be identified. Can you blame them? Yes, you and LindsAy have met. If any of the above want to be identified, please email me a pic at s.talley321@comcast.net. Why hasn’t anyone asked why LindsAy’s name is spelled with a capital A?
December 14th, 2007 at 8:20 pm
I don’t think I’m allowed to send pics to the outside, but I will check with the warden.
OK - why is LindsAy’s name spelled with an “A”
December 14th, 2007 at 8:28 pm
“Why hasn’t anyone asked why LindsAy’s name is spelled with a capital A?”
Because nobody cares.
December 14th, 2007 at 8:43 pm
I just assumed that was a pronunciation aid…emphasis on the last syllable.
December 14th, 2007 at 9:57 pm
I give up. Why is LindsAY’s name spelled with a capital A an Y at the end? Is there a reason?
December 14th, 2007 at 10:16 pm
If they don’t want to be identified on the web, then you should have an annual sherritalley.com party so we could all meet. You could make name tags that say, “Hi my name is LindsAY” or “Hi my name is GeorGe”. You should do it on October the 14th, the day of your first post. Oh and everyone should bring me a gift.
December 14th, 2007 at 10:21 pm
No matter what the occasion…..and I hate to admit this….if there is a gathering where name tags are forced to be worn…….my name tag will say ‘Richard Davenport.’
I can’t help it. I’ve worn that name tag to school functions for my kids and my wife Mary has given me cool glances because of it.
Yes, it’s a psychological problem and it’s a problem I don’t want solved or addressed.
December 14th, 2007 at 11:03 pm
I post one time and now I’m a regular? I guess it beats being irregular. I’m just curious though.. isn’t there some unwritten rule about how old a woman can be and still anchor? I mean aren’t ratings higher when you have younger women on air? I know that is why I watch cable news.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:44 am
Big M…….you can’t be that dumb. You are so dumb your hurt my hair! You are too dumb to wear clothes.
An area should be roped off for you…….an admission should be charged…….and you should be pet by children.
I’m deeply curious what you do in your private life!!!
December 15th, 2007 at 2:46 am
ha! good one ‘rt’.. plus don’t people watch the news for the content and not who the anchor is…excuse me, I mean how old they are? COME ON!
December 15th, 2007 at 7:57 am
rt.. my heartfelt apologies for hurting your hair. I must be dumb because I didn’t know that hair could be hurt. I feel smarter already. Thanks for opening my eyes. I will watch local news from now on. No more Fox, CNN, or MSNBC. It is local all the way. For breaking news I can count on and my local weather. Besides I knew the anchor back when she was a Chuck E Cheese Mouse, (or whatever species Chuck E was). Unless it was a hot day then she made her poor assistant wear the costume.
December 15th, 2007 at 11:11 am
Yeah, she was Chuck E Cheese AND she almost got thrown into the 10-Bar Hilton for…as the judge said…making a mockery out of his courtroom. It had something to do with Chester T. Jowls, too. I’m not even kidding. Ask Anyonymous about it.
P.S.-LindsAy’s name is spelled with a capital “A” b/c she gets offended when someone spells it with an “E”. You can remember it as such, “A is the FIRST letter in the alphabet and LindsAy is NUMBER ONE!”…bitches.
And Big M…why don’t you go practice fallin’ down outside and Richard Davenport and I will be out later to finish kickin’ your a*s!
December 15th, 2007 at 11:58 am
October party is perfect date - I should be out by then if parole hearing goes as planned……..
We also need to schedule after the anchor name change occurs - otherwise her name tag would have to be huge so as to get the whole name on there, unless:
http://www.emcoutdoor.com/walking_billboards.htm
Hey, LindsAy - we could modify this baby (link below) and replace it with a BIG “LindsAy” on it - man, wouldn’t that be great!!
http://www.emcoutdoor.com/blimps.htm
December 15th, 2007 at 12:59 pm
Lindsey I don’t need to practice. I topple over very easily. Oops did I spell your name wrong?
December 15th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
I’m pretty sure the improper term is to “tump” over, but it’s the one I prefer. Did you know our taxpayer dollars funded a study to find out why pregnant women don’t tump over.
Yes, One hot summer day in 1982, I got lectured sternly by the judge in city court, where I went to contest a ticket for making an illegal left turn (I didn’t think things were properly marked). So, I was in a hurry to court and on the way to a Chuck E. promotion. I didn’t realize if I brought Chuck E., Jasper T. Jowls and Mr. Munch that it would create such a disturbance. They had to come inside the building. It gets up to 150-degrees in the costumes (Yes, LindsAy, they’re costumes-sorry to shatter your belief system). I had the furry trio wait outside the courtroom doors. So, actually I was making a mockery of the OUTSIDE of the judge’s courtroom.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:17 pm
CT, great party idea. I’m checking into a rumor that The Eagles are returning to Bossier City for a performance in the spring. Maybe we could all go wearing our nametags.
Thanks to Richard Davenport for helping me fix my computer today! I called him and he knew just what to do.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:46 pm
Mr. Munch … You don’t hear much from him these days. They should do an E! True Hollywood Story on him.
December 15th, 2007 at 2:48 pm
OH! I found the whole crew
http://rock_afire.tripod.com/ptp/index.html
December 15th, 2007 at 3:01 pm
Nice work, CT! They’re all the same as they were in the 80s, only Chuck E. no longer has a tail. My guess is that it became a liability for the company, but there could have been a farmer’s wife involved somewhere. Chuck E. trivia: The Pizza Time Theatre, Inc. concept was created by Nolan Bushnell, the man who started the first video game, Pong, which he invented in his garage. The word among former corporate suits (without fur) is that Bushnell wanted Chuck E. to be as recognizable and sought-after as Mickey Mouse and that he hired a bevy of creative types and put them up in a CA beach condo, gave them whatever they wanted and told them not to come out until they had what began as the Pizza Time Theatre concept.
December 15th, 2007 at 3:38 pm
Interesting stuff. I remember when you had that job. You brought me to the employee family night the day before the Grand Opening. I got to play all the games before the general public was allowed in. That was a big deal when you were 10 or 11 or however old I was. They used to give me free tokens too because I was your brother. That was a great job, why did you quit?
December 15th, 2007 at 7:36 pm
CT, you were such a fun kid little brother. As soon as I got promoted to corporate sales, the company busted and started selling franchises. Then, I went to work for NSU. I can hear Richard Davenport right now, “Who cares?”
December 15th, 2007 at 8:39 pm
Sher, I do care. But thinking about this name change……you should use a symbol like Prince did for years.
http://www.hardgeus.com/updateimages/prince_symbol.jpg
I think we could super something like that under you during the news.
December 15th, 2007 at 8:47 pm
Chris, what is the deal with this comment from ‘Anonymous?’
“CT, you WERE such a fun kid little brother.”
Why are you no longer any fun?
December 15th, 2007 at 8:51 pm
Chris, maybe Bonzo the monkey has taken the place of ‘Anonymous’ and she is hurt by this.
I just love injecting myself and my opinions into other families business and causing problems.
December 15th, 2007 at 8:53 pm
She has been pissed ever since you tricked her into doing the double flip off her desk. I think she knows I was behind that.
December 15th, 2007 at 8:53 pm
Sher, this thread has a world record of replies on your site. I wish I could find a way to hijack this thread and take it over completely.
That being said I feel I should shy away from that approach because I’m STILL pissed off at Big M!
December 16th, 2007 at 1:45 am
rt Don’t bite off more than you can chew. I’m Big M for a reason. Besides I’m just doing this for fun. I hold anonymous in the highest regard. Hopefully her viewers will hear about this sight and it won’t be such a private party. Having said that you have to admit that Kiran Chetry is a pretty good reason to watch CNN.
December 16th, 2007 at 2:27 am
okay! wait..I forgot what subject we started talking about. Oh yea Sherri changing her name! lol how bout this one..’ Good evening I’m Gerry May and I’m Sherri the miracle worker Talley, in your news…..
December 16th, 2007 at 4:55 pm
Does local media have a built in liberal bias just like national media? Wait, don’t answer. It will only be a lie. Nobody (outside of the media) watches CNN anymore.
December 16th, 2007 at 5:24 pm
I watch CNN.
December 16th, 2007 at 6:18 pm
Rudi Bakhtiar used to be another great reason to tune into CNN (think she jumped to FOX). An exellent broadcaster!!!
December 16th, 2007 at 6:30 pm
CT, you are a disgrace to the rebel flag.
December 16th, 2007 at 6:35 pm
Colleen, will you send up some of those Ritz crackers with peanut butter dipped in chocolate? I know that is totally off topic so I think Sherri should be knows as the “Talley Wacker.”
Oh, and I’m in the wedding photo for LindsAy if that’s still on the site. I would be the world’s oldest bridesmaid.
Which brings up anothe subject….You know “Always the bridesmaid never the bride.” Well Sher is “Always the bride” which is why she’s in this name predicament in the first place.
December 16th, 2007 at 8:12 pm
I think there should be a contest for the viewers where they can decide what Sherri should be called. The main thing would be to ensure that the votes were, ahem, talleyed correctly.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:22 am
I think her “symbol” should just be the middle finger.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:33 am
Would you consider changing your first name? It would do us all a huge favor. There’s nothing worse than being on a live shot and having to toss it back to Sherri and Gerry or Gerry and Sherri. I’m not into rhyming. I’m a newsman. I vote for Allie. No wait, that would make your Allie Talley. I guess Sally wouldn’t work either. Still facing a major dilemma and meltdown. Help my get this rhyming out of my head!!! Stop the insanity!!!!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:55 am
Morning Guy Ed,
If you just follow LindsAy’s suggestion, you won’t have to say anything - when you are done with your live shot, you may simply make the sign, and if she is paying attention, she will know you’ve just tossed, or flipped, it back to her.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:04 am
That’s funny, George!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:56 am
You people who make snide remarks are just jealous. You want the Talley name. You don’t realize the responsibility that goes with bearing that awsome name. If you show proper respect, you might get invited to the next Talley Rally.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:11 am
Aunt Billie! Welcome! Y’all don’t listen to Aunt Billie about the Talley Rally. She’s a member of the Talley Interrogation Team, which implements a brutal screening process for those with intentions (designs on family members) beyond friendship. While fun to watch in action, you don’t want to be on other side of the table from this team. It’s in place at every Talley Rally and in kitchens across the U.S.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Morning Guy Ed: Sally Talley is already taken (by one of the highly esteemed Talley Executive Committee members). You’ve gotta act fast to get the good names.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
Aunt Dee: I nominate Sherri to be “Talley Ho”. I think it’s fitting.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
I’m with Ed on changing her first name. Maybe her family should vote. I like Hallie Talley.
December 17th, 2007 at 3:37 pm
I wish everyone on here was dead.
December 17th, 2007 at 3:50 pm
Hey Aunt Dee!
Changing of the first name has been done twice in the Talley family.
We love you, too, rt.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:20 pm
Ron, even ME? QV.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:26 pm
I’ll be your interpreter. QV stands for quivering voice.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
Why are all these posts showing up as an hour later than when they were sent? I’m reading a post that was delivered at 4:26 P.M. on December 17th and and right now it is only 3:41 P.M. on the same date. Is this web portal some gateway to the future? Where is Stephen Hawking when you need him?
December 17th, 2007 at 4:55 pm
Stephen Hawking must have hijacked this site! The clock was working Sunday. Thanks, Big M…I’ll look into it.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:58 pm
Your “Talley Ho” comment is getting quite close to comments made by theat Imus boy a few months ago. We don’t want Al Sharpton back done here again!!! However, the PETA lady can come back!!
December 17th, 2007 at 5:01 pm
the anchor so nice, they named her twice…wait; thrice! uh-oh, what’s latin for four… lice?
December 17th, 2007 at 10:21 pm
Four = Heidi Fleiss…ask around if you don’t believe me.
December 18th, 2007 at 9:01 am
Heidi Ho????
December 18th, 2007 at 11:05 am
You know I think I want to know where Jody Lowery’s web site is. She’s a Saint’s fan without all this name controversy.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:10 am
Big M, Jody tells me she’ll get a site soon. As soon as she does, I’ll point you in the right direction.
December 26th, 2007 at 5:43 am
Is Jim Roberts going to get a site as well?
December 26th, 2007 at 11:02 am
Not sure about that, Kimmy. I’ll ask him as soon as I see him at work.
December 27th, 2007 at 4:52 pm
So my favorite idea is the anchor so nice, they named her twice. Our viewers don’t have to know Sherri’s sordid past. Just the names Allen and Talley.
December 27th, 2007 at 5:48 pm
C’mon, Mel. I prefer the words squalid or seamy. And you know this, man!
January 2nd, 2008 at 7:20 pm
I think the name change is fine. No problem with me. Its whatever makes you comfortable in this world and happy that counts.
January 2nd, 2008 at 7:43 pm
First it’s dish and ktbs and now it’s sherri talley and ktbs.
January 2nd, 2008 at 8:26 pm
The Talley Clan (Sally, Jack, Joan,Billie,Dan,Suzie,Bunny, Dee, and Jim) would all love to have Sherri continue in the Talley tradition of bringing good cheer to all in the new year. This is best accomplished by being in the proper frame of mind, meaning having full knowledge of who she is as a Talley. What awesome responsibility our Sherri is taking on with presenting herself to the public as a Talley.
January 2nd, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Thanks, Aunt Billie! It’s nice to be back with you zany Talleys.
CC, glad it’s good with you. It sure makes my life much easier to use just one name. Welcome.
ANN, I know! It’s a lot of change. Only you don’t need to subscribe to Dish to get sherritalley.com. Welcome.
January 2nd, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Starting the new year with a new name and a new attitude! I love it! In the words of the immortal Billy Joel…”We love you just the way you are!”
January 2nd, 2008 at 10:21 pm
Having a few last names of my own … I can barely remember what my current last name is, let alone that of my favorite (which word was it you preferred Sherri - seamy?) seamy anchor woman! We all love you no matter what we call you.
January 2nd, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Dog Runner and photo female dog person, thanks for your kind words of support!
January 2nd, 2008 at 11:02 pm
Watched you since you’ve been on KTBS. It doesn’t matter what your name is, you’re still just Sherrie to us and a beautiful lady. Keep up the good work.
January 2nd, 2008 at 11:42 pm
GOSH! how many times have you been married? What is all of this name thing about? I’d like to say that I enjoy you on the news, but I miss Liz Swaine. She was the best! why did she leave tv? I think she was on CBS tho.
January 2nd, 2008 at 11:52 pm
Thanks GeorgiaPeach and rk. rk, I’ve been married more than once, but not as many times as my friends would have you believe. Liz left to work with the Mayor Hightower administration, ran for mayor and is now with Calumet. Prior to all that, she was on KTBS (ABC).
January 2nd, 2008 at 11:53 pm
Are some of you really upset or are you joking? I can’t tell. Why does it matter so much to so many who have commented? Sherri is still the same at her job regardless of her name… if you don’t like her, change channels. Get over yourselves, if your opinion really mattered Sherri would have ask what you thought before she made the name change.
Hey Sherri, thanks.
January 3rd, 2008 at 12:07 am
Hey I just wanted to say we love you and look forward to seeing you every night no matter what your last name is.My family and I wish you all the best.
January 3rd, 2008 at 12:51 am
Hi Sherri,
My family loves you and our heartfelt sympathy go out to you, your son and yes even your x. All of this cannot be easy for any of you. We are not concerned about what you call yourself but we count on you to deliver the high quality of news that you are famous for. That being said, your earlier comment indicated that you would answer some questions. I just skimmed thru but did not see the kind of questions or answers that Barbara Walters would have asked or insisted that you answer. You’re a great reporter. So what questions would you ask yourself about this situation and what would you answer.
Thanks,
Bob
January 3rd, 2008 at 1:02 am
Sherri, when I took my notary course, I learned that a woman can legally use her maiden name at any time, married or not. So there! You can be Sherri Talley forever and ever. If others object, they can lump it, or sit on it and spin, or whatever the catch phrase is nowadays (am I dating myself???).
January 3rd, 2008 at 1:28 am
Dear Sherri,
The news team prominence would be lost without you…Your smiles make the difference… But please unconfuse me and tell me briefly why the name change. Divorced ? Widow ? Legal maneuver….?? The comments I have read are somewhat disheartening and vulgar. Set us straight once and for all..
A Fan…
January 3rd, 2008 at 1:40 am
Bob, I’ll try to answer your question. This is Sherri, by the way. I’m “anonymous” from various computers for some reason I hope to discover as I learn more about the internet. First, Barbara Walters wouldn’t be too interested in this change, but let’s just play like she is. Before she makes me cry and asks me what kind of tree I would be, she’ll ask , “Why?” Then, since I’m long-winded, I will answer the rest of her questions without her having to ask. First, simplicity (I’ve been using both names for quite some time). My father, Dan Talley, passed away a few years ago. I wish I had done this when he was still alive because I was blessed to have a father who was proud of me. My ex and I have been divorced for more than seven years and my son is about to turn 19. I have my son’s blessing and I just think it’s time. I also have a wonderful family on my dad’s side, many of whom are happy I’ve taken our name back and I like having that connection with them. Scroll up to Aunt Billie’s comment about the proper frame of mind…there’s something to that. I don’t wish divorce on anyone. It’s one of the most painful things anyone can endure. It’s sure not what I had planned. Given that, somehow this name change just makes me feel like more of myself. Thanks for asking and thanks for what you said about my reporting.
January 3rd, 2008 at 2:14 am
Sherri,
I’ve been a fan of KTBS 3 for many years. I thoroughly enjoy watching all of the newscasts, especially you and Gerry. I’ve always admired your professionalism, delivery style and the “family like” manner you and the other anchors portray. I too was a bit confused when reading some of the comments. As Bob stated, I found many of them to be very vulgar. I had no idea that you and Mr. Allen had been divorced for so many years (you never let it show). Regardless what name you use, I still think you are one of the best anchors in town. Best wishes.
January 3rd, 2008 at 5:38 am
Gail, my wife of 36 years, and I were kind of confused by all the hateful comments by LindsAy, George and others at the begining of these comments. Seems like they need professional mental help.
It really doesn’t matter to whom you were previously married too. Divorce is a terrible thing to have to suffer through. We wish you the best in this change.
We see you on a daily basis through Channel 3 and see you as a kind, warm, loving and caring person. You are always welcomed into our home, as the rest of the Channel 3 staff.
As for your detractors, don’t allow them, by their comments and actions to have “power” over you. Their “hate” is being noted in the GREAT BOOK and they will have to answer for it.
GOD BLESS, FOREVER,
Respectfully submitted,
Gail and “Buck”
January 3rd, 2008 at 10:15 am
Hi Sherri,
I can empathize with you! My name is Lori Watson Martin Bryson Spears. Everyone thinks I am weird because I make fun of myself for being married 3 times. I have never taken back my maiden name though, but have considered it once or twice. It is interesting to note that I can use it anytime I want to though. I think that if you can’t make fun of yourself and your mistakes then you didn’t learn anything from them and you are probably a very unhappy and bitter person (or your just plain boring! :)) I am glad to hear that you are doing it to be more of yourself. you can never be too much of a good thing! Good luck to you! I have enjoyed watching you for many years and hope there are many more to come.
January 3rd, 2008 at 11:09 am
Buck, you left out rt….he needs mental and professional help too!!
January 3rd, 2008 at 11:47 am
I, too, reclaimed my maiden name when my daughter was 19. After my divorce (daughter was 6 and used my maiden name as part of hers anyway), I considered having our names changed to my maiden name, but didn’t. When she married, I no longer felt the need to keep his name and changed it for myself. I am so glad I did. My father had passed away some years before, but I know in my heart that he sees and knows all I think, say, or do. I am sure yours does, too.
I used to demo products in a store where you were shopping and was thrilled to no end when I got to speak to you (and I got to speak with Joe Haynes’ precious little boy on another occasion). You are a great reporter and I really admire you and all you do.
Channel 3 News is the most uplifting news channel, no matter what the news might be. All of you seem like a happy, loving, caring family and set such a wonderful example for a working environment.
Oh, btw, I used to listen to KBCL all the time.
I taught a very bright little boy, Hunter Talley, a number of years ago. Any relation? (He has a younger brother, but I can’t remember his name or parents’ names.)
January 3rd, 2008 at 11:54 am
I like Shrri no matter what you call her.
January 3rd, 2008 at 12:17 pm
Suzie, I am getting mental help. Don’t you consider that professional?
January 3rd, 2008 at 12:40 pm
Hello viewers! “LindsAy” here!
I just wanted to let EVERYONE know that Sherri is one of my BEST FRIENDS and that all of my sarcastic comments are simply that, sarcastic. She knows I am kidding.
I would NEVER say anyting to intentionally hurt her or smear her name.
This website is all in good fun and is very entertaining! Nice to meet you all! And welcome to the Wonderful World of Sherri Talley…
January 3rd, 2008 at 2:17 pm
Best wishes Sherri,
Can you tell me where Jennifer Grey went? I miss seeing her on channel 3.
Thanks
January 3rd, 2008 at 3:03 pm
Hey everyone - Welcome Aboard!!! George (not “of the jungle” LindsAy - maybe just coming out of the woods, though)here!
Despite trashing her whenever the opportunity arises, Sher is a great friend and is one of my FAVORITE people!! I would go way over and beyond to do anything for her!! However, Sherri, you can trash us back too!!
Prior posts were before we knew Sherri was taking this thing public - however, although “R” rated upon occasion, it’s been a lot of fun and entertaining!!!
I’m sure some of us posters (excuse please - what’s the right word - bloggers, posters, whatever - I will ask my 15 yr old daughter) who have been here for several months here will use this as opportunity to straighten up!! Nahhh!
January 3rd, 2008 at 3:36 pm
Kathy,
You’re not going to believe this, but as I was reading your comment here at work, Jennifer came walking down the hall. She’s in town from Miami. Here, I’m going to let her say something to you:
Hi Kathy!! Thank you so much!! You just made my day. I am in Miami now working for NBC 6. I LOVE it!! I’ve been there for about 6 months, and I’m doing weather for the weekend morning show. You should check it out if you ever have time. You can watch me at 8am central time on Saturdays and Sunday mornings. www.nbc6.net is the website. Just click on “Watch newscasts live” (I think it’s on the right side of the homepage)..
Have a happy new year!!
~jennifer gray
January 3rd, 2008 at 4:28 pm
Just wanted to let everyone know that Sherri and I WERE friends but because of my sarcastic remarks and my intent to hurt her we are no longer friends.
January 3rd, 2008 at 6:49 pm
Quite a few negative posts, though myself I believe a woman has the right to change her name for whatever reason she wants. there’s no law that states she must keep her husbands name or banish her maiden one. I do however think it was a bit unprofessional to make such an announcement on the air, in any event, keep up the good work Sherri
January 4th, 2008 at 1:40 pm
Thanks Sherri
I am glad that you are on Channel 3 and thanks for keeping the public updated. When you watch someone everyday they kind of become a part of your Family and like Jennifer you wonder what is going on in their lives and where they go when they are no longer on. And please tell Jennifer thanks for saying hi and I will log on and watch her.
Kathy
January 4th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
SHERRI
KEEP SENDING US THE VALUABLE INFORMATION ON KTBS 3. EACH NIGHT I MAKE TIME TO WATCH CHANNEL 3 NEWS…I CAN WATCH OTHER CHANNELS BUT THE NEWS IS JUST NOT THE SAME….
YOU AND GERRY MAY JUST COME NATURAL TO THE SPOTLIGHT.
AND USE WHATEVER NAME YOU CHOOSE….JUST SO YOU ARE HAPPY.
EACH INDIVIDUAL HAS A RIGHT TO CHOOSE. I AM HAPPILY MARRIED NOW ON 12 YEARS WITH 2 CHILDREN AGE 10 AND 7. I DO CARRY MY MARRIED NAME….BUT MY MAIDEN NAME STILL HOLDS A SPECIAL PLACE…THAT IS SOMETHING THAT NOBODY CAN TAKE AWAY FROM ME OR YOU. SO FLAUNT IT HIGHLY…. MY FAMILY WILL CONTINUE TO LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR SMILING FACE ON THE NEWS EACH NIGHT….
January 4th, 2008 at 6:24 pm
What ever happened to Charles Hadlock?
January 4th, 2008 at 6:34 pm
Shirl, Charlie’s in Dallas working for MSNBC. Occasionally, we’ll see him on NBC Nightly News.
January 5th, 2008 at 1:43 am
Sherry,
Wow! That was an excellent answer. (Ref. my question involving Barbara Walters) Sounds like you have Barbara all figured out. Somehow I had the impression that your divorce was final on the first. Guess I need to listen better. I had to read between the lines to get the answer to the question that was on my mind but I believe you answered it and so much more. I was hoping that the change was not because of an animosity toward men. I believe you made it clear that that is not the case. Sounds like you have a wonderful family and a great support base. Keep up the great work. (Look out Barbara!)
Bob
January 8th, 2008 at 7:17 pm
Sherri, My husband and I watch you and Gerry all of the time and no matter what the name or how you spell it we will keep watching, because we love you and know that we will get the news, right, all of the time you go girl, I would put my whole name down but only had to do that when I signed up for S.S. when I turned of age LOL, so it took me longer to get my ss started, it takes a long time to research 7 names LOL
January 8th, 2008 at 7:48 pm
I’m awestruck by the support here for something I was afraid would be disturbing to viewers. Thank you. I haven’t asked to do this for the past seven years or so because I didn’t want to disrupt anyone or anything. No ill will toward men, Bob. Thanks for seeing that. It’s so nice to have viewers here on this site with my family and friends!
January 10th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Sherri, like the name change. My brother thinks you are the most beautiful Woman he has ever seen. He and my Mother had me get on your site to see why you changed your name. We are all watching at 5:00 everyday. Ya’ll do a great job.
January 10th, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Sherri,
Our family loves you and you are such a beautiful person. Whatever your name is.. Im surprised at the negative comments I have read. If a person does not like this and has nothing but bad things to say,,, then get off her personal website and go find something productive to do. In the mean time, we’ll watch faithfully. My TV could be broke and I only get channel 3 and we’d be doing just fine.. best wishes to you Sherri… a loyal fan…
January 18th, 2008 at 11:21 pm
People cannot spell anymore. Why is that?
Why is it anyones business what your name is?
I hate Dish.
January 19th, 2008 at 2:01 am
To all of those who are putting down Sherri, who asked you anyway, where does it say that we have to take a mans name anyway. this is the year2008, if she wishes to call herself Bozo the clown, its her right, no one has to live with it but her.I like her, I think is is very good, and if you don’t like her, get off your big butts and change the channel.You go girl and enjoy life it’s to short to give these idiots the time of day, god bless them,they need it.
February 8th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
Think of all the money and trouble ktBS had to go through just because you want to change your name: All the changes that had to be made to the news opens, promos, billboards, radio ads…not to mention the name on your office door and your parking space!
“Oh, wait,” management is thinking, “We don’t have to make ANY changes at all!”
I’m sorry I don’t get to watch you anymore…now that I switched to DISH Network.
March 29th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
OK. We know where Jennifer is. What happened to Cliff?
March 29th, 2008 at 10:25 pm
Hi Nancy. Clif is working for the ISD in Dallas or nearby…from what I understand, he loves his job.
April 3rd, 2008 at 11:11 am
KTBS anchors must have no life to be typing all these comments to each other.. anyway who cares what you weirdos do with your name.. i know another anchor who will be changing his name from your clan.. the former Will Moses…
April 20th, 2008 at 10:52 pm
Hey I think it’s great to see it. Now we’ve got one-half of the old talley-wacker duo back. And hey, who knows, maybe, just maybe one day I can hear your wonderful imression of the wicked witch from the west, “I’ll get you my little sweet…”
August 5th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Sherri, Just want to say, i enjoy your presentation on Channel Three news daily. Also, i enjoy Teddy Allen’s articles. You both are very professional at what you do. I like you both and wish you both great happiness professional and personal. Nancie Reddy
August 5th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
Thanks, Nancie!