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October 27, 2012

50 Years of Sabado Gigante!

In 2003, The Guinness Book of World Records declared Univision's Sabado Gigante the longest-running variety show in television history. Today, on October 27, 2012, the program turns 50, and host Mario
September 26, 2012

Remembering Andy Williams

The Archive is sad to report the death of singer/performer/host Andy Williams, who died yesterday at the age of 84. Williams had been battling bladder cancer and passed away at his home in Branson
September 20, 2012

The Fonz Jumps The Shark!

35 years ago today, on September 20, 1977, Happy Days aired an episode in which the gang travels to California for Fonzie's screen test. The Fonz is challenged to waterski over a shark, and dressed in
September 8, 2012

Sid Caesar Turns 90!

He double talks, he pantomimes, and he plays a mean saxophone. Today, Mr. Sid Caesar, the man who gave us "The Professor," "The German General," and "From Here to Obscurity," turns 90!Born Isaac
September 1, 2012

"Sesame Street's" Sonia Manzano Launches Young Adult Novel!

The talented Sonia Manzano has a new book out! Sesame Street's "Maria" not only wrote for and acted in the popular children's program, but is also an established novelist. Her latest book, The
August 20, 2012

Comedienne Phyllis Diller dies at 95

The Archive is truly sad to report that legendary comedienne Phyllis Diller has died at the age of 95. She was the first female comedian to headline a Vegas Club, the first woman to sneak into the all
August 13, 2012

Remembering Irving Fein

The Archive is sad to report the death of manager/producer Irving Fein, who passed away on August 10, 2012 at the age of 101. Fein was manager to both Jack Benny and George Burns. He started out in
August 7, 2012

Remembering Film and TV Critic Judith Crist

The Archive is sad to report the death of film and television critic Judith Crist, who passed away at the age 90. Crist was the film critic for Today and was the first female critic to hold a full
August 5, 2012

Poppin' the Philadelphia Way: "American Bandstand" Went National 55 Years Ago!

Philadelphia teens started hoppin' to the beats of American Bandstand back in September of 1952. Local disc jockey Bob Horn hosted both the radio and television show, the former featuring popular
July 27, 2012

Let the Games Begin!

Tonight marks the beginning of the 2012 Summer Olympics! The opening ceremony commences with the traditional Parade of Nations, which Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle will oversee. Queen Elizabeth
July 24, 2012

Remembering Sherman Hemsley

The Archive is sad to report the death of actor Sherman Hemsley, who passed away at the age of 74. Hemsley was best known for playing "George Jefferson" on the All in the Family spin-off The
July 21, 2012

The Seven Dirty Words That Got George Carlin Arrested

Forty years ago today, on July 21, 1972, George Carlin was arrested for performing "Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television" at Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Carlin was subsequently charged
July 19, 2012

And the Nominees Are...

The 2012 Primetime Emmy Award season began today with the official nomination announcement at 8:40 AM EST. Congratulations to all the nominees for the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards! The Archive of
July 17, 2012

Remembering William Asher

The Archive is sad to report that director/producer William Asher passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012 at the age of 90. Asher got his big break at Desilu, first directing episodes of Our Miss Brooks
July 17, 2012

Phyllis Diller Turns 95!

She was the first female comedian to headline a Vegas Club, the first woman to sneak into the all-male Friar's Club (in drag!), and one of the first successful female stand-up comics. She's also

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