The Colbys Top Scenes - You Stole My Husband

It took Sable a while, but it appears that she has finally accepted that Jason and Frankie will be married. When Sable finally signs the divorce agreement, she gives Jason some friendly advice - wait to marry Frankie. Frankie will hurt Jason (and she does).

For some reason, Frankie, always the glutton for punishment, seeks to move on with the sister whose husband she stole. Sable, rightly, will not let Frankie off the hook. Frankie should forever feel guilt for what she is doing. At least this time Sable is a bit more subdued but her message is just as lethal. Frankie will never be able to replace Sable in Jason’s heart or home.

A part of Frankie should know that, but she is determined to move forward anyway, but she will not get Sable’s forgiveness. Beacham is perfect in this scene as she tones down her dramatics except at the right moments. Meanwhile, Ross looks afraid for her life, like Beacham is going to jump her at any moment - and who would blame Beacham/Sable if she did.

The Colbys Top Scenes - Walking Ad for Adultery

The conflict between Sable and Frankie heated up on Season 2 of The Colbys as it became apparent that Sable would lose out to her younger sister. Desperate to keep Jason and Frankie apart, Sable accused Jason of beating her. And now Sable is desperate to get out of her lie before she gets into real trouble. Sensing Sable’s vulnerability, Frankie actually stands up to her sister - which may not have been the wisest decision while Sable was wielding a riding crop.

In this verbal spar - Sable scores points for calling Frankie a walking ad for adultery (not entirely untrue, even though Sable finally succumbed and slept with Zach) and wondering who is Frankie’s keeper. Frankie lamely retorts about not losing something you never had (really!) but does have the upper hand as she knows that Sable’s lie will be exposed and Sable may face real consequences.

In the end, Sable is able to get out of her lie - but the fight between the sisters will continue.

From Episode 26 - “No Exit”

The Colbys Top Scenes - Regular Hive of Inactivity

Sable thought that she finally got rid of her sister Frankie, but as “fate” would have it, Frankie’s husband, Roger received a new post in Los Angeles. What an amazing coincidence and Sable is definitely not happy as she rightly views Frankie as a threat to her marriage. (As I have complained numerous times, why anyone would leave Sable for Frankie is beyond me.)

Even though Jason agreed to stay with Sable, he is not going to make her like it and he drags Sable to a reception being thrown for Roger’s new post. For some strange reason, Jason expected Sable to behave herself. Not going to happen especially after Sable gave Miles the letter from Phillip to go after Jeff. Much credit to Sable for getting in three amazing digs at Frankie - the best being the final one - “I don’t give a damn about your little bastard or you, you slut.” One thing I don’t get - what makes Jeff a “little bastard”

Dynasty Top Scenes - Kicked Out or Thrown Out

After Alexis stupidly gave control of Colby Co to Sean Rowan who ran the company into financial peril, Alexis was forced to get control of her finances. One of the first orders of business was to sell the hotel in which she lived, The Carlton. Dex was put in charge of the negotiations and made a great deal for Alexis. There was just one snag - Sable happened to be the buyer, but no one knew that until Sable begins redecorating her apartment.

For some odd reason, Alexis does not live on the top floor and sees what all the racket going on was. That’s when Alexis learns that her cousin has purchased the hotel and her first order of business is to upgrade the property - which means the eviction of Alexis. The two verbally spar (always awesome), and Sable gets the better of Alexis this time.

From Episode 202 “Every Picture Tells a Story”

Dynasty Storyline Hit: Alexis vs. Sable

Or should it be Sable vs. Alexis. With little doubt, Sable Colby was the most popular character on The Colbys (those who don’t believe that are delusional), so it was only a matter of time before Sable appeared on Dynasty. Fans would have to wait a year as Sable blew her way into Denver in Season 9, but it was worth it.

Even though Dynasty was in a ratings decline from which it would never record, Sable’s appearance made Season 9 one of Dynasty’s better ones after 2 lackluster seasons. (Personally, Season 9 is my favorite). For 8 seasons, no one really challenged Alexis - other than trying to kill her. Yes, there was that one time Dominique started buying up Colby Co stock to thwart Alexis from buying stock in her company (query - where did Dominique get so much cash?) and Blake’s ill-fated attempt to take over Colby Co, (costing him everything - temporarily).

Can’t a woman burn her things in peace

Finally, Alexis had met her equal in the realm of business and in catty remarks. Sable was able to buy the Carlton, get Colby Co’s tankers at a bargain price and was prepared to bring down Colby Co but backed down to protect the reputation of the Carringtons and the Colbys (or maybe just Blake). Alexis was able to blow up Sable’s tankers (I’m sure they were insured), but Alexis could not stop Sable. And, Sable got the biggest prize of all - Dex.

And then there were the interactions between the two. Alexis could barely hide her disdain whenever her path crossed Sable’s. (Feeling Frankie’s pain). Krystle and Dominique were able to verbally (and physically) spar with Alexis but Sable was far more superior. And Sable never lost her composure until Alexis publicly announced that Monica is not Jason Colby’s daughter. The ensuing cat-fight wasn’t that intense but with Adam and Jeff fighting at the same time made it all the more enjoyable to watch. (Poor Monica)

Or read a newspaper

Alas, all good things must come to an end. Even though the two only sparred for a season, it was great television (even if many people had not seen it). It also provided some memorable scenes (and my voice box message in college) - ample material for this blog in the future.