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74-407: "The real head of the family and the critical and moving force behind it. Low-voiced, incisive and subtle; smiles are rare. This ruined beauty has a romantic side, too, and is given to low-keyed rhapsodies about her garden of deadly nightshade, henbane and dwarf's hair. Generally indulgent [of] the often sinister activities of the children, but feels that Uncle Fester has to be held in check. Her costume

148-526: A Latin lover type, Astin suggested the eye-rolling, pencil moustache, and ardent devotion to Morticia. In the Addams cartoons and the television shows, Gomez wore a necktie to his chalk-stripe suit, though in the films, Gomez wears a bow tie and a wide variety of extravagant clothing. He spends $ 1000 per month on cigars, and he is an accomplished juggler and knife-thrower . He loves crashing toy trains and diving for crabs on Halloween. When he wishes to know

222-694: A buffalo " and she, likewise, when he carved her initials on his leg; in Morticia the Matchmaker , Grandmama mentions that her "Love Dust" (which she uses multiple doses on Morticia's cousin, Melancholia) was used to initially bring Morticia and Gomez together. Jones also voiced the character in an episode of The New Scooby-Doo Movies that featured the family: "Wednesday Is Missing". Anjelica Huston portrays Morticia in The Addams Family and its sequel Addams Family Values . Huston's portrayal of Morticia

296-484: A gallop and even to jump fences while fox hunting and show jumping . With this design, nearly all recreational equestrian pursuits were opened to women, yet they could also conform to expectations of modesty. For example, a world record in sidesaddle show jumping was set at 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) at a horse show in Sydney , Australia in 1915. The leaping horn was the last major technological innovation for

370-407: A "witch of great strength", as she let her thirst for vengeance consume her. Gomez Addams Gomez Addams is the patriarch of the fictional Addams Family , created by cartoonist Charles Addams for The New Yorker magazine in the 1940s and subsequently portrayed on television, in film and on the stage. "Husband of Morticia (if indeed they are married at all), a crafty schemer, but also

444-556: A case, he has never lost one either. This backstory, while not mentioned directly, is recalled in The Addams Family (1991), when Gomez announces he will serve as his own attorney , only to lose the case. In The New Addams Family , Gomez had also studied medicine. Gomez has offered contradictory views on work; in one episode, he claims that, although his family was wealthy even in his childhood, he nonetheless performed odd jobs and "scrimped and saved [his] kopeks," which he considered character building. When his son Pugsley decided to find

518-421: A coat having a noticeably longer cut, sometimes in bright colors, sometimes with a contrasting lining, and either a top hat or a derby. The shirt and vest will be of the style used in astride saddle seat classes, in that the vest will match either the coat or the coat lining, the shirt is a standard menswear dress shirt, and a "four-in-hand" tie is worn. When show rules permit, some saddle seat style riders adopt

592-399: A fringe of octopus-like cloth "tentacles" at the lower hem. According to Wednesday, Morticia applies baking powder to her face instead of actual makeup. In each episode, she easily allures her husband Gomez by speaking French (or any other foreign language for that matter). Morticia is musically inclined, and is often seen freely strumming a Japanese shamisen . She frequently enjoys cutting

666-483: A job, however, Gomez was horrified, claiming that "No Addams has worked in 300 years!" In the 1991 animated series, Gomez deliberately tried to fail at something, anything, only to realize in the end of the episode that he is only a failure in failure. This is additionally contradicted in "New Neighbors Meet the Addams Family" (season 1, episode 9, 1964). He specifically states that Thing always beats him at bridge. In

740-498: A jolly man in his own way. Tries hard to be father and teacher to the children, though sometimes misguided— we can depend on Morticia to straighten him out. Sentimental and often puckish—optimistic, he is full of enthusiasm for his dreadful plots. He is dressed in a tight double-breasted striped suit and is sometimes seen in a rather formal dressing gown. The only one who smokes—though Pugsley can be allowed an occasional cigar." — Charles Addams In Charles Addams's original cartoons, Gomez

814-458: A leg. In addition, the sidesaddle has become a part of some therapeutic riding programs , because the design of the saddle provides extra security to certain types of riders. Many horse shows include judged exhibitions ("classes") of sidesaddle riding. Sidesaddle classes are judged on manners and performance of the horse and rider, suitability of specific style, and appointments. English sidesaddle classes are based on style and norms found in

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888-515: A napalm accident. Luis Guzmán portrays Gomez in Netflix series Wednesday . Both he and Morticia first met at Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for supernatural people (also known as "Outcasts"), it is revealed in flashbacks that he and Morticia were involved in the death of a local teenage boy named Garrett Gates, who tried to kill Gomez in a blind rage, due to Gates' own infatuation with Morticia. Sheriff Galpin still believes that Gomez committed

962-508: A period costume, often based on an antique riding habit from the Victorian era . The western sidesaddle class is similar to the English class but with a sidesaddle having western design features, and riders wearing western style clothing . Riders generally wear a western-styled apron with belt, worn over some type of breeches or pants, but a modified two-leg chaps design in leather or ultrasuede

1036-555: A sidesaddle is the fox hunting field, where the tradition is preserved by sidesaddle devotees. More recently, a small number of sidesaddle riders have also taken up steeplechasing and flat racing with the creation of several side saddle steeplechases in Britain and the US. Riders with certain types of physical disabilities also find sidesaddles more comfortable than riding astride, and they are found useful by some people who have lost part of

1110-424: A sidesaddle may need to be cinched up far tighter than would a regular saddle, leading to discomfort in the animal and even possible breathing difficulties. Correct posture is essential for balance and security in a sidesaddle and is specifically judged in sidesaddle classes. The rider sits squarely on the horse with the spine of the rider centered over the spine of the horse. The shoulders and hips are square to

1184-429: Is always the same—the form-fitting black gown, tattered or cut to ribbons at the elbows and feet. Occasionally, she will wear a shawl. Her voice is never raised, but has great range. Contemptuous and original and with a fierce family loyalty. She never uses a cliché except to be funny. She is a thoughtful hostess in her way and, if a guest needs anything, he is advised to scream for it. The children are instructed to observe

1258-543: Is curved gently downward in order to curve over the top of the rider's left thigh, and is attached in a manner so that it can pivot slightly, to adjust to the individual rider. The rider places her left leg beneath this pommel, with the top of the thigh close or lightly touching it, and places her left foot in a single stirrup on that side. The impact of the second pommel was revolutionary; the additional horn gave women both increased security and additional freedom of movement when riding sidesaddle, which allowed them to stay on at

1332-400: Is described as a witch . In one episode, she wears a black pointed hat . Her family tree can be traced back to Salem, Massachusetts, and witchcraft is also implied at times in the television series. For example, Morticia likes to "smoke," an activity that does not involve cigarettes or cigars (such as her husband frequently enjoys), but smoke instead emanates directly from her. In 2009, she

1406-597: Is difficult to find an antique sidesaddle that not only fits the rider and horse but also is in good condition. Old sidesaddles usually need reconditioning, sometimes even requiring complete removal of the leather and examination of the tree. Antique sidesaddles are frequently a problem to fit, as many are too narrow for modern horses. Modern sidesaddles are usually based on the Jules Pellier two pommel design. The underlying tree, girthing system, flap or fender design, styling features and type of leather used may differ, however,

1480-458: Is hereditary on both sides of the family, since both Gomez and Morticia share a mutual ancestor in Goody Addams, from the 1600s. Morticia tells her daughter that the mood and tone of their visions are based on the recipient's attitude, so hers tend to be happier in nature than Wednesday's. Morticia also warns Wednesday to be careful of their distant ancestor, Goody Addams, whom Morticia describes as

1554-504: Is often mandatory equipment in competition rules. The saddle seat variation of English sidesaddle, now seen almost exclusively in the United States in certain breed shows, allows riders to emulate the "Park" riders who rode flashy, high-stepping horses on the flat, often in public parks. The sidesaddle is essentially the same, and the rider may wear almost the same attire as the "hunt" version, an apron with breeches underneath, but with

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1628-464: Is sometimes seen, though not legal in some types of competition. Period costumes are also seen in the western show ring. Western riders usually wear a short bolero -style jacket that matches the apron or skirt, often with elaborate decoration, gloves, cowboy boots and a cowboy hat . A variation to western-style sidesaddle riding is to wear Spanish or Mexican style regalia, often based on historic designs. Novelist Rita Mae Brown once stated, "If

1702-401: Is voiced by Charlize Theron in The Addams Family (2019) . Theron reprised her role in the sequel , which was released on October 1, 2021. Catherine Zeta-Jones portrays Morticia in the Netflix series Wednesday . According to the 2022 series, both she and Gomez first met at Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for supernatural people (also known as "Outcasts"). Her maiden name from

1776-407: The romal (a type of long quirt attached to the end of a set of closed reins) to support cues in place of the right leg. If the rider wears a spur to assist the use of her leg, she will wear only one, on the left boot. Riders hold the reins evenly, not allowing one rein to be longer than the other. Most sidesaddle designs also force the rider to carry her hands a bit higher and farther from

1850-499: The Middle Ages as a way for women in skirts to ride a horse in a modest fashion while also wearing fine clothing. It has retained a specialty niche even in the modern world. The cultural sensibility that women should, perhaps, not ride astride a horse for either the sake of public modesty or to facilitate riding with women's traditional clothing, is evidently of great antiquity. The earliest depictions of women riding with both legs on

1924-524: The 1960s American television series , Gomez was portrayed by John Astin. Astin also voiced the character in an episode of The New Scooby-Doo Movies which featured the family. In the first animated series by Hanna-Barbera , Gomez was voiced by Lennie Weinrib . In the second animated series, also by Hanna-Barbera , Gomez's voice was again performed by John Astin. Gomez was played by Raul Julia in The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993). After Julia died in 1994, Tim Curry took up

1998-557: The 2010 Broadway musical, Morticia was portrayed by Bebe Neuwirth . Brooke Shields replaced her in the role on June 28, 2011. Morticia was also one of the inspirations for the Disney character Magica De Spell , first designed and drawn by Carl Barks for the Donald Duck universe . Natasha Fatale , a villain from the Rocky and Bullwinkle cartoons, was also based on Morticia's design. Morticia

2072-436: The 60s TV series, Frump , was kept. It is revealed in flashbacks that she and Gomez were involved in the death of "normie" Garrett Gates, who tried to kill Gomez in a blind rage, desiring Morticia for himself. The future Principal, Larissa Weems, was her roommate and very jealous of Morticia, due to her many achievements. Morticia's supernatural ability is receiving psychic visions of the past or future, just like Wednesday, and

2146-479: The Bar") and is quite proud his law class voted him "Least Likely to Succeed"; and although he rarely practices, he takes an absurd delight in losing cases, boasting of having put many criminals behind bars while acting as their defense attorney , claiming that he "never sent an innocent man to jail;" this is somewhat contradicted in the episode "The Addams Family Goes to Court," where it is noted that while Gomez has never won

2220-457: The Charles Addams cartoons for The New Yorker magazine in the 1930s. In the cartoons, none of the family members had names. When the characters were adapted to the 1964 television series , Charles Addams' selection of her name was inspired by " mortician ". Morticia's maiden name is "Frump" and she has an older sister named Ophelia (also played by Carolyn Jones in the original TV series). In

2294-474: The Great of Russia went so far as to commission a portrait showing her riding astride wearing a male officer's uniform. In the 1830s, Jules Pellier invented a sidesaddle design with a second, lower pommel to the sidesaddle. In this design, still in use today, one pommel is nearly vertical, mounted approximately 10 degrees left of top dead center and curved gently to the right and up. The rider’s right leg goes around

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2368-453: The amenities and always kick Daddy good night." — Charles Addams Morticia first appeared in Charles Addams' newspaper cartoons as the stern, aloof matriarch of the family. She often appeared with the rest of the family, and was, along with Gomez and Grandmama, one of the few members to actually speak in the cartoons. Morticia is the wife of Gomez Addams and mother of Wednesday , Pugsley and Pubert Addams. The character originated in

2442-515: The apron still worn today—which is actually a half skirt worn over breeches; designed so the rider does not sit on any apron fabric. The sidesaddle apron can be attached to the right foot by a piece of elastic to hold it in place when riding. When dismounted the apron is wrapped behind the legs and attached to a button on the left hip to give the impression of a skirt. In the early 20th century, as it became socially acceptable for women to ride astride while wearing split skirts, and eventually breeches ,

2516-413: The apron, which can partially open in the back. The jacket is usually cut a bit longer than a standard riding jacket. A vest, shirt, choker or stock tie, gloves, boots, and riding breeches are similar to those used when riding astride. For classes on the flat, a derby or top hat is traditional. When jumping, however, tradition gives way to safety, and most riders use a modern equestrian helmet , which

2590-440: The buds off of roses, which she discards (keeping only the stems), likes cutting out paper dolls with three heads and making sweaters with three arms, collecting the mail from the hand-in-the-box Thing , and cooking unusual concoctions for her husband, including eye of newt. Her personal pet is Cleopatra, a fictitious breed of carnivorous plant called an African Strangler, to which she feeds hamburgers and various other meats. She

2664-400: The cantle; width across the widest part of the seat; and the distance across the narrowest part of the seat, called the "neck". To determine the correct seat length, which is based on the length of the rider's femur , a person sits on a stool or chair with their back and hips against a wall or flat surface, and the length of a saddle is ideally one inch longer than the distance from the wall to

2738-442: The centerfold (unseen by the viewer) and fondly say "Mom". In Addams Family Values , Gomez and Morticia have a third child named Pubert, a seemingly indestructible baby with a thin, black moustache like his father. Oscar Isaac voiced Gomez in the 2019 animated adaptation of The Addams Family and its 2021 sequel . In the latter film, it is revealed that Gomez wears a wig made of Sasquatch fur due to losing his original hair in

2812-529: The character either Repelli or Gomez. Addams left the final choice up to portrayer John Astin , who chose Gomez. Because "Gómez" is strictly a surname in the Hispanic world, the character's name was changed to "Homero" ("Homer") in Hispanic American translations. In Spain, where the surname originated, he is called Gómez. Like the other members of the family, Gomez's personality became largely codified by

2886-461: The early sidesaddle also contributed to the popularity of the Palfrey , a smaller horse with smooth ambling gaits, as a suitable mount for women. A more practical design, developed in the 16th century, has been attributed to Catherine de' Medici . In her design, the rider sat facing forward, hooking her right leg around the pommel of the saddle with a horn added to the near side of the saddle to secure

2960-460: The horse and modesty for the rider. Anne of Bohemia is known to have made the sidesaddle more popular to ladies of the Middle Ages . The type of sidesaddle she used was a chair-like affair where the woman sat sideways on the horse with her feet on a small footrest. The design made it difficult for a woman to both stay on and use the reins to control the horse, so the animal was usually led by another rider, sitting astride. The insecure design of

3034-436: The horse's mouth than in a regular saddle. Because high hands on a direct pressure bit such as the snaffle bit may encourage the horse to carry its head too high, use of bits with curb bit pressure, such as a pelham bit or a double bridle , which help the horse lower its head to a proper position, are often seen in sidesaddle competition. The horse used in sidesaddle riding will have additional training to accustom it to

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3108-400: The horse, not twisted or turned off-center. The hands must be carried square to the horse, keeping both reins at the same length and tension. Only one stirrup is used and it places the rider's heel higher on the horse's body than when riding astride. The left ankle is flexed and the heel of the left leg is kept down for proper balance, accurate contact with the horse, and correct placement in

3182-523: The hunting field before the Second World War. Dress, appointments, riding style, and even the type of horse used are all judged against a formalized standard for an "ideal" appearance. The riding habit in such classes is the formal attire found in the hunting field, starting with a coat and apron. The apron used is based on the open-sided safety apron developed in the late 19th century. The rider wears ordinary breeches or jodhpurs , over which she will wear

3256-414: The leg muscles. In either case, when needed, the rider can squeeze her right (top) leg downwards and against the upper pommel, and her left (bottom) leg upwards into the leaping head to create an extremely strong grip. It is tiring for both the rider and the horse to maintain this emergency hold, however, and most riders rely upon good position, balance, and coordination to maintain their seat. The spur and

3330-569: The murder on purpose and holds a grudge against the Addams' bloodline. After Gomez is re-arrested for Gates' murder, Morticia and Wednesday exhume Gates' body and find evidence that Gates died of accidental nightshade poisoning, clearing Gomez. Thing Sidesaddle Sidesaddle riding is a form of equestrianism that uses a type of saddle which allows riders, generally female, to sit aside rather than astride an equine . Sitting aside dates back to antiquity and developed in European countries in

3404-408: The patron of blacksmiths, was occasionally depicted riding a mule sidesaddle. Ninth century depictions show a small footrest, or planchette added to the pillion. These designs did not allow a woman to control a horse; she could only be a passenger. In Europe , the sidesaddle developed in part because of cultural norms which considered it unbecoming for a woman to straddle a horse while riding. This

3478-541: The placement of the rider and the use of the whip to replace off side leg commands. The horse also may need to adapt to a different and higher hand position. However, most well-trained horses adapt to the basics fairly quickly and generally can be used for riding both sidesaddle and astride. In the past, when the sidesaddle was common, it was recommended to frequently change from one side to another, to prevent irregular development of thigh muscles, especially in girls who start riding in childhood; this would be impossible with

3552-454: The rider's right knee. The footrest was replaced with a "slipper stirrup ", a leather-covered stirrup iron into which the rider's left foot was placed. This saddle allowed the rider both to stay on and to control her own horse, at least at slower speeds. However, not all women adopted the sidesaddle at all times. Women such as Diane de Poitiers (mistress to Henry II of France ) and Marie Antoinette were known to ride astride. Catherine

3626-581: The role in the television film Addams Family Reunion in 1998 and in 1999 Gomez was played by Glenn Taranto in the TV series The New Addams Family , where he returned to the madcap attitude of his original 1960s incarnation with Astin guest starring as Gomez's grandfather. In the Broadway musical , Gomez was initially played by Nathan Lane and later by Roger Rees . In the UK tour of The Addams Family musical in 2017, Gomez

3700-610: The saddle, and, though seen less often, a crupper . There are few differences in the bridles used for sidesaddle and astride riding. Because riders' hands are farther from the horse's mouth as the riders are seated further back than when astride, bridles may require reins that are a longer than standard astride reins. This is most often a problem for western-style riding with romal reins, which are sized for astride riders and sometimes require extensions for use by sidesaddle riders. The saddle must fit horse and rider. The sidesaddle tree differs from an astride tree, most notably by

3774-614: The same side of the horse can be seen in Greek vases , sculptures, and Celtic stones. Medieval depictions show women seated aside with the horse being led by a man, or seated on a small padded seat (a pillion ) behind a male rider. A famous sculpture by the Ancient Greek sculptor Timotheos depicts Aura , the Greek goddess of the winds, riding a horse sidesaddle. The Greeks, however, also depicted masculine deities riding sidesaddle; Hephaistos ,

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3848-705: The season II 2-parter episodes, Morticia's Romance (Parts I & II), Morticia first met Gomez when she (then 22 years old) and her elder sister, Ophelia, were brought to the Addams' Mansion by their mother, Mrs. Esther Frump, a long-time close friend of Gomez's mother, from their time together at "Swamp Town High", both of whom wished for the then around 22 year old Gomez and Ophelia to marry. Before this episode, however, different allusions as to how Morticia and Gomez first met and fell in love are made; in Green-Eyed Gomez , it's mentioned that Gomez first fell in love with Morticia when he first saw her riding " sidesaddle on

3922-455: The sidesaddle and remains the core of basic design even for saddles of contemporary manufacture made with modern materials. The riding habit worn by women riding sidesaddle originally was similar to clothing worn in everyday life. Skirts could be protected with a " safeguard ", and elites owned lavish versions of these overskirts. It was not until the second half of the 16th century that a riding habit specifically designed for sidesaddle riding

3996-406: The sidesaddle fell out of general use for several decades. The rise of women's suffrage also played a role as women rejected traditional restrictions in their physical activities as well as seeking greater social, political and economic freedoms. However, there remained a place for sidesaddle riding in certain traditional and ceremonial circumstances, and aficionados kept the tradition alive until

4070-406: The sport enjoyed a revival beginning in the 1970s. Riding correctly is critical to protect the horse from injury as well as for the safety of the rider. Because both legs of the rider are on the same side of the horse, there is considerable concern that too much weight will be placed on only one side of the horse, which can cause physical harm to the animal. In addition, if a rider is not balanced,

4144-416: The stirrup. For modern riders, there are competing schools of thought as to the position of the right leg. Some argue that the right heel is also to be flexed down and the toe up, the same as when riding astride, while others argue that the toe of the right leg should be pointed down. Advocates for each toe position both argue that the position is required to maintain correct balance and make effective use of

4218-476: The structure of the fixed pommel and leaping horn is a consistent design feature across all riding styles. Sidesaddles built on a tree designed for sidesaddle use are properly balanced, but many modern sidesaddles are built on a modified astride tree, which may result in an unbalanced, unridable saddle. Historical reenactment participants, notably those in American Civil War reenactments , also tend to use

4292-407: The structure of the pommels but also due to a much longer saddle point on the left side of the saddle. Horses are fitted in a manner similar to that of a regular saddle; the gullet must clear the withers , and the bars of the saddle should be the proper width to be comfortable on the horse. The seat is measured for the rider in three places: Length, from the front of the fixed pommel to the end of

4366-516: The television series, her mother is Hester Frump (played by Margaret Hamilton ). Her mother-in-law is Grandmama Addams . In the 1990s Addams Family films, familial relationships are changed for the characters of Grandmama and Fester. Grandmama is actually Morticia's mother, not Gomez's, while Fester is Gomez's brother, not Morticia's uncle. Morticia is slim, with extremely pale skin and long flowing straight black hair. She commonly wears black hobble dresses to match her hair, tightly form fitting, with

4440-455: The television series. He is depicted as being of Castilian extraction and Spanish ancestry, which was first brought up in "Art and the Addams Family" on December 18, 1964; in the episode, Gomez says his "ancestral land" is Spain and Morticia refers to him as a "mad Castilian." John Astin had long sessions with Addams and series producer David Levy, who gave him free rein in developing the character. Enlarging on Addams's description of Gomez as

4514-563: The time he will pull a pocket watch from the breast pocket of his coat (the chain is attached to the lapel) while simultaneously checking a wristwatch. Gomez is an athletic , acrobatic , and eccentric multi-billionaire . Though an extremely successful businessman, having acquired much of his wealth through inheritance and investments, he has little regard for money and will casually spend thousands of dollars on any whimsical endeavor. Gomez's investments are guided more by whimsy than strategy, yet luck rarely fails him. Gomez owns businesses around

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4588-431: The two pommel sidesaddle, since the single pommel sidesaddle that was used into mid-19th century is now regarded as creating an insufficiently secure seat for safe riding. Most sidesaddles have a regular girth or cinch, an overgirth that holds the flaps down, and most have either a back cinch or a balancing strap to hold the saddle down in the back and provide additional stability. A breastcollar can be added to stabilize

4662-415: The upright, or fixed pommel, which supports the right thigh of the rider when it is lying across the top center of the saddle. The lower right leg rests along the shoulder of the left (near) side of the horse and up against the second pommel (called the leaping head or leaping horn ) which lies below the first on the left of the saddle. It is mounted about 20 degrees off the top of the saddle. This pommel

4736-663: The usual modern design of sidesaddle, unless the rider had available two sidesaddles, one left-sided and one right-sided. While sidesaddles came to be regarded as a quaint anachronism , some modern riders have found new applications in the horse show ring, in historical reenactments , and in parades or other exhibitions. The modern sidesaddle rider may be seen in many equestrian disciplines, including dressage , eventing , show jumping , western pleasure , and saddle seat -style English pleasure . Specialty sidesaddle classes with either traditional equipment or period costume are popular at many horse shows . Another common place to see

4810-434: The whip are employed as supportive riding aids , in addition to weight and seat, used in a humane manner for cueing, not punishment. The English rider's whip is carried on the off (right) side, and is used in place of the rider's right leg to cue the horse on the off side. The sidesaddle whip is between two and four feet long, depending on style of equipment and competition rules, when applicable. Western riders generally use

4884-462: The world were a logical place, men would ride side saddle." There are occasional examples of men riding sideways or sidesaddle on a horse other than for humorous, drag , or satirical purposes: Although sidesaddles are still manufactured today, it is a small niche market, and a new model is quite expensive. Thus, many riders who wish to ride sidesaddle are often found hunting for older saddles at antique shops, estate sales, attics or barn lofts. It

4958-492: The world, including a swamp, bought for "scenic value," crocodile farm, a buzzard farm, a salt mine, a tombstone factory, a uranium mine, and many others. In Forbes 2007 "Fictional 15" list of the richest fictional characters, he was ranked #12 with a net worth of $ 2.5 billion. As a young man, Gomez was, per flashback in "Morticia's Romance," a perennially sickly youth, gaining perfect health only after meeting Morticia. He nevertheless studied law (voted "Most Likely Never to Pass

5032-508: Was always illuminated by a ghostly glow around the eyes, which became most noticeable when she was standing or lying in dim light (just like Bela Lugosi in 1931's Dracula ). According to the 1991 movie, Morticia first met Gomez when she was attending his cousin Balthazar's funeral (and Gomez was the main suspect); Morticia and Gomez could not keep their eyes off each other and, according to Gomez, everyone hardly paid Balthazar any attention as he

5106-405: Was buried, and Gomez proposed to Morticia later that very night. Daryl Hannah played Morticia in the 1998 film Addams Family Reunion . Canadian actress Ellie Harvie played Morticia in the 1998-1999 revival series, The New Addams Family . In the first animated series made in 1973, Morticia was voiced by Janet Waldo . In the 1992 animated series, she was voiced by Nancy Linari . In

5180-580: Was included in Yahoo! 's Top 10 TV Moms from Six Decades of Television for the time period 1964–1966. AOL named her one of the 100 Most Memorable Female TV Characters. Morticia was portrayed by Carolyn Jones in the TV series , and Halloween with the New Addams Family TV movie . According to the 60s TV series, Morticia is descended from Salem, Massachusetts ("The Addams Family Tree", episode 5, season 1). In

5254-418: Was initially conceived as a way to protect the hymen of aristocratic girls, and thus the appearance of their being virgins . Further, long skirts were the usual fashion and riding astride in such attire was often impractical, awkward, and could be viewed as immodest. However, women did ride horses and needed to be able to control their own horses, so there was a need for a saddle designed to allow control of

5328-431: Was introduced, though sidesaddle habit design still tended to follow fashion of the day. In 1875, the first safety skirt was introduced and later evolved into the open-sided apron. Sidesaddle habits, also known as riding habits, developed as women became more active in the hunting field. The development of the leaping head on sidesaddles allowed women to jump fences while hunting. Cumbersome skirts were gradually replaced by

5402-426: Was portrayed by Cameron Blakely. Blakely is set to reprise his role in 2021. The films differ from the television series in several ways, most significantly that Fester is Gomez's brother (in the television show, he was Morticia's uncle). The Addams Family notes that Gomez's parents were murdered by an angry mob, though in one scene in the sequel, when Gomez catches Fester with a pornographic magazine, they both look at

5476-436: Was the nameless patriarch of the family. He had a somewhat grotesque appearance, with a tubby body, a snub-nose, a crooked tooth and a receding chin. He was often depicted reading in the den or lounging on the windowsill. In the Charles Addams cartoons, Gomez—as with all of the members of the family—had no given name . When The Addams Family television series was being developed, Charles Addams suggested naming

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