richard blackwell can. worst-dressed -- "a buxom milkmaid reminiscent of a cow wearing a girdle, and both have the same amount of acting talent." yikes! >> it was all over the world. and everyone was looking forward to reading it. he's just calling attention to what people already know. >> and to call more attention to himself, the former richard selzer once again tailors his name to fit his persona. he declares that his first name is now "mr." why the "mr." >> "mr." because it was very dramatic. he tried to create a character, so he said, "i'm gonna go all out. i'm gonna own it." >> mr. blackwell begins to make regular guest appearances on tv and radio. >> my all-time favorite fashion designer, mr. blackwell. >> here he is on a daytime talk show hosted by a young joan rivers. >> now, what's wrong with this simple acetate dress? >> not a thing. it's a nice dress >> but? >> it's a lovely dress >> but? >> and i-i want to come back on your show. [ laughter ] >> for the next three decades, mr. blackwell's list