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The Big Datebook for December 5

Last Updated 04-13-2024

🏆🎾Brian Tobin -- is 94 in the year 2024 and 95 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1930
Hall of Famer, Tennis Player, Australian

Sheldon Lee Glashow -- is 92 in the year 2024 and 93 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1932
Physicist (m), Educator (m)
Names/Places: b. in New York City
Misc: electromagnetic interaction with Steven Weinberg and Abdus Salam (qq.v.) (Nobel Prize for Physics in 1979)

✍📰Calvin Trillin -- is 89 in the year 2024 and 90 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1935
Author (m), Writer (m), Novelist, Poet (m), Humorist, Journalist

🎭John Lee Erwin -- is 88 in the year 2024 and 89 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1936 N.S.
Cartoon Voice Actor
Misc: voiced Morris the Cat in some "9 Lives" cat food commercials
TV Shows: Rawhide (as Teddy), The Archie Show (as Reggie Mantle), He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (as He-Man)

🎵Chad Mitchell -- is 88 in the year 2024 and 89 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1936
Folk Singer
Group Names: The Chad Mitchell Trio (lead)

🎭Randy Kirby -- is 82 in the year 2024 and 83 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1942
Actor
Names/Places: Durwood's son
TV Shows: The Girl from U.N.C.L.E.'s Randy Kovacs
Movie Titles: Pink Cadillac, Fireball Jungle, Heat Wave

🎭Jeroen Krabbé -- is 80 in the year 2024 and 81 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1944
Actor, Producer/Director (m), Dutch (Netherlands)
Movie Titles: The Living Daylights, Transporter 3, Immortal Beloved, The Fugitive

🎭J. W. "Corkey" Fornof -- is 79 in the year 2024 and 80 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1945
Actor, Stuntman
Misc: stunt coordinator of Octopussy Bond flick; engineer and inventor of Acrostar BD-5 minijet in Octopussy
Movie Titles: Mission: Impossible II, Face/Off, Six Days Seven Nights, Octopussy

🎭🎵José Carreras -- is 78 in the year 2024 and 79 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1946
Actor, Tenor, Opera Singer, Spanish

🎵Andy Kim -- is 78 in the year 2024 and 79 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1946 N.S.
Songwriter, Pop Singer, Canadian
Names/Places: RN:Andrew Joachim
Song Titles: Rock Me Gently, Sugar Sugar (co-wrote the song for The Archies and was covered by other bands)

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🏆🏈Jim Plunkett -- is 77 in the year 2024 and 78 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1947
Hall of Famer, NFL Quarterback, College Football Player
Names/Places: b. in San Jose, CA
Misc: Heisman Trophy winner in 1970; led Oakland-LA Raiders to Super Bowl wins in 1981 and '84; Super Bowl XV MVP; in the College Football Hall of Fame
Sports Teams: Stanford University, New England Patriots (1971-1975), San Francisco 49ers (1976-1977), Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders (1978-1986)

🎵🎸Jim Messina -- is 77 in the year 2024 and 78 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1947
Hall of Famer, Music Producer, Songwriter, Rock and Roll Singer, Rock and Roll Guitarist, Rock and Roll Bassist
Names/Places: b. in Maywood, CA
Group Names: Loggins & Messina, Poco, Buffalo Springfield (substituting for some of the shows after Jim Palmer was busted for possession)

🎵🎷Egberto Gismonti -- is 77 in the year 2024 and 78 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1947
Composer, Pianist, Jazz Guitarist, Brazilian

🎵🎸Rick Wills -- is 77 in the year 2024 and 78 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1947
Rock and Roll Bassist, English
Group Names: Foreigner, The (Small) Faces, Roxy Music

🎭Lewis Arlt -- is 75 in the year 2024 and 76 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1949
Actor, Director (m)

🏆🏌Lanny Wadkins -- is 75 in the year 2024 and 76 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1949
Hall of Famer, Golfer
Misc: some say b. 1950

🎭Morgan Brittany -- is 73 in the year 2024 and 74 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1951
Actress
Names/Places: b. in Hollywood, CA; RN:Suzanne Cupito
TV Shows: Dallas (as Katherine Wentworth), Glitter (as Kate), Melrose Place (as MacKenzie Hart)

✍🏆🥊Larry Zbyszko -- is 73 in the year 2024 and 74 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1951
Hall of Famer, Author (m), Wrestler
Names/Places: RN:Lawrence Whistler

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🎭Charles Lane -- is 71 in the year 2024 and 72 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1953
Director (m)
Movie Titles: Sidewalk Stories

🎵🎸Rich Gibbs -- is 69 in the year 2024 and 70 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1955
Music Producer, Composer, Alternative Rock Musician
Misc: film composer
Group Names: Oingo Boingo

🏆🏀Ann "Muffet" McGraw -- is 69 in the year 2024 and 70 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1955 N.S.
Hall of Famer, College Basketball Coach

🎭Brian Backer -- is 68 in the year 2024 and 69 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1956
Actor
Movie Titles: Fast Times at Ridgemont High, The Burning, The Money Pit, Loser

🏆🏈Art Monk -- is 67 in the year 2024 and 68 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1957
Hall of Famer, NFL Wide Receiver
Misc: passed for 11,628 yards avg 13.7, 63 TDs; in college and pro football hall of fames
Sports Teams: Washington Redskins (1980-1993), New York Jets (1994), Philadelphia Eagles (1995)

🎭Connie Newton-Needham -- is 65 in the year 2024 and 66 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1959
TV Actress
Names/Places: RN: Connie Marie Bowen
Misc: some say b. 1962, but she married in 1978, making her age at least 18 instead of 15 when she married; retired from acting in 1995
TV Shows: Eight is Enough (as Elizabeth Bradford)

🎵Les Nemes -- is 64 in the year 2024 and 65 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1960
Bassist, Hip-Pop Musician
Group Names: Haircut 100

🎵🎸Jack Russell -- is 64 in the year 2024 and 65 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1960
Songwriter, Rock and Roll Singer
Group Names: Great White

🏆🏁🎿Eddie (Skier) Edwards -- is 61 in the year 2024 and 62 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1963 N.S.
Skier, Olympic Athlete, English

🎵Tyler England -- is 61 in the year 2024 and 62 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1963
Country Singer/Guitarist

🏆🏁🏊Pablo Morales -- is 60 in the year 2024 and 61 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1964 N.S.
Hall of Famer, Swimmer, Olympic Athlete, American
Names/Places: RN: Pedro Pablo Morales Jr.

🎵🎸John Rzeznik -- is 59 in the year 2024 and 60 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1965
Music Producer, Songwriter, Alternative Rock Singer/Guitarist
Group Names: Goo Goo Dolls

🎭🎮Joseph Barbara -- is 57 in the year 2024 and 58 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1967
Actor, Producer (m), Video Game Voice Actor
Video Games: Grand Theft Auto IV (series),

🎵Gary Allan McCann -- is 57 in the year 2024 and 58 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1967
Country Singer
Song Titles: Man to Man, Get Off on the Pain, Nothing on the Radio

🎭Lisa Marie Sliwa -- is 56 in the year 2024 and 57 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1968
Actress
Movie Titles: Mars Attacks

🎨✍🎭🎵Margaret Cho -- is 56 in the year 2024 and 57 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1968 N.S.
Fashion Designer (m), Author (m), TV Actress, Comedienne, Songwriter, Singer
TV Shows: All American Girl (as Margaret Kim)

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🏆🏈Rhett Hall -- is 56 in the year 2024 and 57 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1968
NFL Player, Football Defensive Lineman

✍🎭Morgan J. Freeman -- is 55 in the year 2024 and 56 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1969
Writer (m), Director (m)

🎭Alex Kapp Horner -- is 55 in the year 2024 and 56 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1969
Actress, Producer (m)
TV Shows: Maggie Winters (as Lisa Harte), The New Adventures of Old Christine (as Lindsay)

✍🎭Catherine Tate -- is 55 in the year 2024 and 56 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1969 N.S.
Comedy Writer (m), Actress, Comedienne, English
TV Shows: The Office (as Nellie Bertram), Doctor Who (as The Doctor's Companion), The Catherine Tate Show
Movie Titles: Starter for 10

🎵🎸Glenn Graham -- is 55 in the year 2024 and 56 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1969
Rock and Roll Drummer, Canadian
Group Names: Blind Melon

🏆🏈Thomas Smith -- is 54 in the year 2024 and 55 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1970
NFL Player

🎵Michel'le -- is 54 in the year 2024 and 55 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1970 N.S.
Rhythm and Blues Singer
Names/Places: pron:MI-SHEL-AY; LN:Toussant

🏆🏒Kevin Haller -- is 54 in the year 2024 and 55 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1970
NHL Defensive, Canadian

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🎭Kali Rocha -- is 53 in the year 2024 and 54 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1971 N.S.
Actress
TV Shows: Liv and Maddie, Man with a Plan, Grey's Anatomy
Movie Titles: Meet the Parents

🏆🏈Bryan Schwartz -- is 53 in the year 2024 and 54 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1971
NFL Linebacker

🏆🏈Roderick Mullen -- is 52 in the year 2024 and 53 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1972
NFL Cornerback

🎵🎸Regina Zernay -- is 52 in the year 2024 and 53 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1972
Rock and Roll Bassist
Group Names: Cowboy Mouth

🎭Michelle Federer -- is 51 in the year 2024 and 52 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1973
Actress
Movie Titles: Rachel Getting Married, Kinsey, Flannel Pajamas, Overnight Sensation

🎭🏆Shalom Harlow -- is 51 in the year 2024 and 52 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1973
Actress, Model, Canadian
Movie Titles: Vanilla Sky, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, In and Out, Head Over Heels

🏆Crista Bontas -- is 51 in the year 2024 and 52 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1973
Gymnast, Olympic Athlete

🎭Andrew Mark Leary -- is 51 in the year 2024 and 52 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1973
Actor, Entertainment Art Department
Misc: works mainly in the Art Department
Movie Titles: Casper Meets Wendy, Addams Family Reunion, Attraction, She Cried No

🎭Paula Patton -- is 49 in the year 2024 and 50 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1975
Actress, Producer (m)
Movie Titles: Deja Vu, Warcraft: The Beginning, Precious, Mission: Impossible -Ghost Protocol, Swing Vote, Mirrors

🎭Amy Acker -- is 48 in the year 2024 and 49 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1976
Actress
TV Shows: Angel, Alias, Dollhouse, Person of Interest
Movie Titles: The Cabin in the Woods, Much Ado About Nothing

🎭Nick Stahl -- is 45 in the year 2024 and 46 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1979 N.S.
Actor
TV Shows: Carnivale
Movie Titles: In The Bedroom, Mirrors 2, The Man Without a Face, The Thin Red Line, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, In The Bedroom, Sin City

🎭Jessica Paré -- is 44 in the year 2024 and 45 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1980
Actress, Canadian
TV Shows: Mad Men (as Megan Draper / Megan Calvet), Jack and Bobby (as Courtney Benedict)
Movie Titles: Lost and Delirious, Brooklyn, Wicker Pick

🎭Adan Canto -- is 43 in the year 2024 and 44 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1981 N.S.
Actor
TV Shows: The Following, Mixology, Designated Survivor (as Aaron Shore)

🎭Gabriel Luna -- is 42 in the year 2024 and 43 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1982 N.S.
Actor, Producer (m)
TV Shows: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (as Robbie Reyes / Ghost Rider)
Movie Titles: Bernie, Matador, Freeheld, Transpecos

🏆🏀Eddy Curry -- is 42 in the year 2024 and 43 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1982 N.S.
NBA Player

🎵Keri Hilson -- is 42 in the year 2024 and 43 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1982
Rhythm and Blues Singer

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🎭Lauren London -- is 40 in the year 2024 and 41 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1984 N.S.
Actress
TV Shows: The Game (as Keira Whitaker)
Movie Titles: I Love You Beth Cooper, This Christmas, ATL

🎭Frankie Muniz -- is 39 in the year 2024 and 40 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1985
Actor, Cartoon Voice Actor, Producer (m)
TV Shows: The Fairly OddParents (as Chester McBadbat), Malcolm in the Middle (as Malcolm)
Movie Titles: Big Fat Liar, My Dog Skip, Agent Cody Banks (series), Racing Stripes

🏆🏀Josh (Basketball) Smith -- is 39 in the year 2024 and 40 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1985 N.S.
NBA Player

🏆🏈LeGarrette Blount -- is 38 in the year 2024 and 39 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1986 N.S.
NFL Runningback

Dree Louise Crisman -- is 37 in the year 2024 and 38 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1987
Celebrity Daughter
Names/Places: Mariel Hemingway & Stephen's daughter

🏆⚾A. J. Pollock -- is 37 in the year 2024 and 38 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1987 N.S.
MLB Center Fielder
Names/Places: RN:Allen Lorenz Pollock
Misc: All-Star, Gold Glove; active as of 2015

Rachel Jeanette Guillaume -- is 36 in the year 2024 and 37 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1988
Celebrity Daughter
Names/Places: Robert & Donna's girl

🎭Ross Bagley -- is 36 in the year 2024 and 37 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1988
Actor
Misc: b. 1989?
TV Shows: Fresh Prince of Bel Air (as Nicholas "Nicky" Andrew Banks/ Cousin)
Movie Titles: Independence Day, The Little Rascals, Babe

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🏆🏈Montee Ball -- is 34 in the year 2024 and 35 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1990 N.S.
NFL Runningback

🏆⚾Christian Yelich -- is 33 in the year 2024 and 34 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1991 N.S.
MLB Left Fielder
Misc: Gold Glove; NL MVP 2018
Sports Teams: Miami Marlins

🎵Emily Marie Estefan -- is 30 in the year 2024 and 31 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1994
Singer
Names/Places: Gloria & Emilio's daughter

Blake Christopher O'Donnell -- is 25 in the year 2024 and 26 in the year 2025; b.12/5/1999
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Rosie's adopted son

Ryder Lee Leguizamo -- is 24 in the year 2024 and 25 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2000
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Justine Maurier and John's son

🎭Diego (Actor) Velázquez -- is 23 in the year 2024 and 24 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2001 N.S.
Actor
TV Shows: The Thundermans, Zoe Valentine

Joshua James Benard -- is 20 in the year 2024 and 21 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2004
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Paula and Maurice's son

Christopher Nicholas Cornell -- is 19 in the year 2024 and 20 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2005
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Vicky and Chris's son

Vivian Lake Brady -- is 12 in the year 2024 and 13 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2012
Celebrity Daughter
Names/Places: Gisele Bundchen and Tom's daughter

Jeanne Dujardin -- is 9 in the year 2024 and 10 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2015 N.S.
Celebrity Daughter
Names/Places: Nathalie Pechalat and Jean's daughter

Saint West -- is 9 in the year 2024 and 10 in the year 2025; b.12/5/2015 N.S.
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Kim Kardashian and Kanye's son

🎭Arielle Renwart -- b.12/5/????
Actress

Pope Julius II -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1443 O.S. d.2/21/1513 O.S. (69)
Pope, Roman

⚛📰Ubbo Emmius -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1547 d.12/9/1625 (78)
Geographer (m), Historian (m), German

🎵Francesco Geminiani -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1687 N.S. d.9/17/1762 N.S. (74)
Composer, Violinist, Italian

⚛⚖Hugh Williamson -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1735 d.5/22/1819 (83)
Scientist (m), Politician (m)
Misc: legislator

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Martin van Buren -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1782 d.7/24/1862 (79)
President and Vice President (m), Senator (m), Governor (m)
Names/Places: b. in Kinderhook, NY, d. in Kinderhook, NY
Misc: the 8th U.S. Vice President and the 8th U.S. President (1837-41); the first native-born U.S. president; one of the founders of the Democratic Party. He was known as the "Little Magician" because of his reputed cunning and skill as a politician

Christina Rossetti -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1830 N.S. d.12/29/1894 N.S. (64)
Poet (m), English
Names/Places: b. in London, England
Misc: One of the most important of English women poets both in range and quality. She excelled in works of fantasy, in poems for children, and in religious poetry.

🎖George Armstrong Custer -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1839 d.6/25/1876 (36)
General, Army Officer
Misc: U.S. cavalry officer who distinguished himself in the U.S. Civil War (1861-65) but later led his men to death in one of the most controversial battles in U.S. history at Little Big Horn.

💰Marcus Daly -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1841 d.11/12/1900 (58)
Businessperson, Irish
Misc: American mining tycoon. Called the "Copper King," he was the prime mover behind the Anaconda Copper Mining Co., one of the world's largest copper producers.

🎨Edwin Howland Blashfield -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1848 d.10/12/1936 (87)
Painter (m)
Misc: Portraits & Murals

Clinton Hart Merriam -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1855 d.3/19/1942 (86)
Biologist (m)
Misc: ethnologist; helped found the National Geographic Society (1888) and what is now the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

🏆Bill Pickett -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1870 d.4/21/1932 (61)
Rodeo Cowboy
Misc: introduced bulldogging, a modern rodeo event that involves wrestling a running steer to the ground.

Clyde Vernon Cessna -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1879 d.11/20/1954 (74)
Aviator (m)
Misc: aircraft manufacturer who invented the cantilever wing and a V-shaped tail configuration and a simple, flexible monoplane design

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🏆🏒Riley Hern -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1880 N.S. d.6/24/1929 N.S. (48)
Hall of Famer, NHL Goaltender, Canadian
Misc: played 1898-1911
Sports Teams: Pittsburgh Keystones (WPHL), Portage Lakes (IPHL), Montreal Wanderers (ECAHA/NHA)

✍⛪Rose Wilder Lane -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1886 d.10/30/1968 (81)
Author (m), Novelist, Theologian
Names/Places: Laura Ingalls Wilder's daughter

🎭Fritz Lang -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1890 d.8/2/1976 (85)
Movie Director (m), Austrian
Misc: his films, dealing with fate and man's inevitable working out of his destiny, are considered masterpieces of visual composition.
Movie Titles: Cloak & Dagger, Metropolis

🏆🥊Kidd Williams -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1893 d.10/18/1963 (69)
Hall of Famer, Boxer, Danish (Denmark)
Names/Places: RN:John Gutenko

💰🏆⚾Philip "P.K." Wrigley -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1894 N.S. d.4/12/1977 N.S. (82)
Businessperson, Sports Figure, MLB Owner
Misc: Wrigley Field, & Wrigley Chewing Gum owner
Sports Teams: Chicago Cubs (owner 1932-77)

Carl Ferdinand Cori -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1896 d.10/20/1984 (87)
Biochemist (m), Austrian

🎵Rice Miller -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1899 d.5/25/1965 (65)
Hall of Famer, Harmonicaist, Blues Singer
Names/Places: RN:Aleck Ford
Misc: he was billed as the original Sonny Boy Williamson after the original was murdered; DOB on gravestone sez 3-11-1908 and a passport sez 4-7-1909

🎨✍🎭Walt Disney -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1901 d.12/15/1966 (65)
Hall of Famer, Animator (m), Writer (m), TV Host, Movie Producer/Director (m)
Names/Places: b. in Chicago, IL; FN:Walter Elias
Misc: Cartoon Creator, Empire Founder; Created Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Minnie, etc.; produced Snow White, the first animated movie; Disneyland TV Show host; created Disneyland in Anaheim, planned Walt Disney World in Florida that opened five years after his death
TV Shows: Disneyland (host)

🎭🎵Ray Whitley -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1901 d.2/21/1979 (77)
Hall of Famer, Actor, Songwriter, Country Singer
Misc: in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

✍⚛Werner Karl Heisenberg -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1901 d.2/1/1976 (74)
Philosopher (m), Physicist (m), German
Misc: discovered a way to formulate quantum mechanics in terms of matrices (1925). For that discovery, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics for 1932.

🎭🎵Grace Moore -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1901 d.1/26/1947 (45)
Movie/Stage Actress, Opera Soprano

Steve James "Strom" Thurmond -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1902 d.6/26/2003 (100)
Senator (m)
Misc: a prominent states' rights and segregation advocate who ran for the presidency in 1948 on the Dixiecrat ticket and afterward became a longtime member of the U.S. Senate.

Cecil Powell -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1903 d.8/9/1969 (65)
Physicist (m), Educator (m), English
Misc: winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1950 for his development of the photographic method of studying nuclear processes and for the resulting discovery of the pion (pi-meson), a heavy subatomic particle.

📰Arnold Gingrich -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1903 d.7/9/1976 (72)
Publisher (m)
Misc: of Esquire

🏆🏀Bruce Drake -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1905 N.S. d.12/4/1983 N.S. (77)
Hall of Famer, College Basketball Player, College Basketball Coach
Misc: in the College Basketball and Basketball Halls of Fame
Sports Teams: Oklahoma (player 1926-1929, coach 1938-1955), Air Force (1956-?)

⚖🎭Otto Preminger -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1906 d.4/23/1986 (79)
Attorney/Lawyer (m), Movie Actor, Movie Producer/Director (m), Austrian
Misc: some say b. 1905
TV Shows: Batman (as Mr. Freeze)

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🏆🏒Winthrop Hale "Ding" Palmer Jr. -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1906 N.S. d.2/4/1970 N.S. (63)
Hall of Famer, Hockey Player, Olympic Athlete

🎭Margaret Hayes -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1916 d.1/26/1977 (60)
Actress
Misc: the U.S. census for 1920 lists her as age 6, making her birthdate possibly b. 1914

🎭Joyce Mathews -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1919 d.1/17/1999 (79)
Actress
Names/Places: 2x Milton Berle's wife

✍📰John Brooks -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1920 d.7/27/1993 (72)
Author (m), Novelist, Editor (m)
Misc: of New Yorker, Time magazine

🎵🎷Kay Davis -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1920 d.1/27/2012 (91)
Jazz Singer

🎭Alvy Moore -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1921 d.5/4/1997 (75)
Actor, Producer (m)
TV Shows: Green Acres (as Hank Kimball)

🎭Peter Hansen -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1921 d.4/9/2017 N.S. (95)
Actor
TV Shows: Science Fiction Theatre, Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., General Hospital, Mr. Novak (as Mr. Parkson)
Movie Titles: When Worlds Collide, Dragonfly

🏆🏀🏒William Morse "Bill" Davidson -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1922 N.S. d.3/13/2009 N.S. (86)
Hall of Famer, NBA Owner, NHL Owner
Sports Teams: Detroit Pistons (principal owner), Detroit Shock (principal owner, WNBA), Tampa Bay Lighting (owner)

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🎵Don Robertson -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1922 d.3/16/2015 (92)
Composer/Songwriter, Songwriter, Pianist, Country Singer, Chinese
Names/Places: RFN:Donald Irwin
Misc: wrote several Elvis Presley hits

🎭Dave Broadfoot -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1925 N.S. d.11/1/2016 N.S. (90)
Comedian, Canadian
Misc: member of The Royal Canadian Air Farce

🎭George Savalas -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1926 d.10/2/1985 (58)
TV Actor
Names/Places: Telly's brother
TV Shows: Kojak (as Det. Stavros)

🏆🏁Jim Pashal -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1926 d.7/5/2004 (77)
Auto Racer

🏆🥊Chris Tolos -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1929 d.8/13/2005 (75)
Hall of Famer, Wrestler, Canadian, Greek

⚖🏆🥊Tom Drake -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1930 d.2/2/2017 N.S. (86)
Hall of Famer, Politician (m), Attorney (m), Wrestler
Misc: Alabama House of Representatives 1960-1992, Speaker 1983-1987

🎭Connie Hines -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1931 d.12/18/2009 (78)
Actress
TV Shows: Mr. Ed (as Carol Post)

⛪🎵James Cleveland -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1931 d.2/9/1991 (59)
Clergyman, Reverend, Baptist, Pastor, Music Producer, Arranger, Composer, Pianist, Gospel Singer
Names/Places: NN: The King of Gospel
Misc: Choir director; wrote 400+ songs, 100+ albums (16 gold), 4 Grammys; some say b. Dec 23 1932

🎵Little Richard -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1932 N.S. d.5/9/2020 N.S. (87)
Hall of Famer, Composer, Songwriter, Pianist, Rhythm and Blues Singer, Gay
Names/Places: b. in Macon, GA; NN:The Architect of Rock & Roll; RN:Richard Wayne Penniman
Misc: many say b. Dec 25
Song Titles: Tutti-Frutti, Long Tall Sally, Rip It Up, Lucille, Jenny Jenny, Keep-a-Knockin, Good Golly Miss Molly, Great Gosh A'Mighty (It's a Matter of Time)
Album Titles: Here's Little Richard

🎭Adolph Caesar -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1933 d.3/6/1986 (52)
Movie Actor
Movie Titles: The Color Purple

✍📰Joan Didion -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1934 N.S. d.12/23/2021 N.S. (87)
Author (m), Novelist, Screenwriter, Journalist
Misc: some say Dec 4
Book Titles: Slouching Towards Bethlehem (1968), Play It As It Lays (1970), The Year of Magical Thinking (2005)

🎭Ismail Merchant -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1936 N.S. d.5/25/2005 N.S. (68)
Movie Producer/Director (m), India

🎵J. J. Cale -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1938 d.7/26/2013 (74)
Songwriter, Blues Guitarist, Country Singer, Country Guitarist
Names/Places: RFN:John Jacque
Misc: not to be confused with John Cale

🎵Steve Rappaport -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1942 d.7/4/2007 (64)
Novelty Singer
Group Names: The Ran-Dells
Song Titles: Martian Hop

🏆🏒Bryan Murray -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1942 N.S. d.8/12/2017 N.S. (74)
NHL Executive, NHL Coach, Canadian

✍📰Jim Marrs -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1943 N.S. d.8/2/2017 N.S. (73)
Author (m), Journalist
Book Titles: Crossfire: The Plot That Killed Kennedy

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🎵Eduardo Delgardo "Eddie" Serrato -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1945 d.2/24/2011 (65)
Guitarist
Group Names: ? & the Mysterians

🎵Kim Simmonds -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1947 N.S. d.12/13/2022 N.S. (75)
Songwriter, Blues Guitarist, Welsh (Wales)
Group Names: Savoy Brown (founder)

🎭🎵Pamela Blair -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1949 N.S. d.7/23/2023 N.S. (73)
Actress, Dancer (m), Singer
Movie Titles: Mighty Aphrodite, Beavis and Butt-Head Do America, 21 Grams

🏆🏈Steve Furness -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1950 d.2/9/2000 N.S. (49)
NFL Defensive, NFL Tackle
Misc: Super Bowl: IX, X, XIII, XIV
Sports Teams: Pittsburgh Steelers

Billy Mantle -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1957 d.3/12/1994 (36)
Celebrity Son
Names/Places: Mickey's son

🎭🎵🎸Carrie Hamilton -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1963 d.1/20/2002 (38)
TV/Movie Actress, Rock and Roll Singer
Names/Places: b. in New York City; Carol Burnett & Joe's daughter
TV Shows: Fame's Reggie Higgins

🏆🏈Marrio Grier -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1971 N.S. d.3/15/2022 N.S. (50)
NFL Player

🎭Lisa Sheridan -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/5/1974 N.S. d.2/25/2019 N.S. (44)
Actress, Producer (m)
TV Shows: FreakyLinks, Invasion, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Mentalist
Movie Titles: Beat, Home Invasion

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🎖⚛Sieur de La Vérendrye -- Death Anniversary -- b.11/17/1685 N.S. d.12/5/1749 N.S. (64)
Military Leader, Explorer (m), Canadian, French

Phillis Wheatley -- Death Anniversary -- b.5/8/1753 d.12/5/1784 (31)
Poet (m)
Misc: the first black woman to publish a book

🎵Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/27/1756 N.S. d.12/5/1791 N.S. (35)
Composer, Violinist, Austrian
Names/Places: b. in Salzburg; RN:Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgangus Theophilus Mozart; d. in Vienna
Misc: a great musical genius; Eddie Van Halen and Valerie Bertinelli named their son after Wolfgang in 1991

Alexandre Dumas -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/24/1802 d.12/5/1870 (68)
Novelist, Dramatist/Playwright (m), French
Names/Places: aka Dumas pere
Book Titles: The Three Musketeers, Man in the Iron Mask, Count of Monte Cristo

🎵Hans Richter -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/4/1843 d.12/5/1916 (73)
Conductor/Composer, German

Benjamin Holt -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/1/1849 d.12/5/1920 (71)
Inventor (m)
Misc: The Tractor

🎨Claude Monet -- Death Anniversary -- b.11/14/1840 d.12/5/1926 (86)
Painter (m), French
Misc: impressionist in art

Nicholas Vachel Lindsay -- Death Anniversary -- b.11/10/1879 d.12/5/1931 (52)
Poet (m)
Book Titles: Johnny Appleseed

🏆⚾"Shoeless" Joe Jackson -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/16/1889 d.12/5/1931 (42)
MLB Player
Names/Places: RFN:Joseph Jefferson
Misc: 1919 Chicago "Black Sox" outfielder
Sports Teams: Philadelphia Athletics, Cleveland Naps/Indians, Chicago White Sox

🎭🎵Susie Hawthorn -- Death Anniversary -- b.??/??/1896 d.12/5/1963
Comedienne, Singer
Group Names: Butterbeans and Susie
Song Titles: I Want a Hot Dog for My Roll

Herbert H. Lehman -- Death Anniversary -- b.3/28/1878 d.12/5/1963 (85)
Senator (m), Statesman (m)
Misc: 45th Governor of New York from 1933-1942

Joseph Erlanger -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/5/1874 d.12/5/1965 (91)
Scientist (m), Physiologist (m)
Misc: shock therapist

🎭Fred Clark -- Death Anniversary -- b.3/9/1914 d.12/5/1968 (54)
Actor
TV Shows: Burns & Allen Show (as Harry Morton)

🎨💰Claude Dornier -- Death Anniversary -- b.5/14/1884 d.12/5/1969 (85)
Designer (m), Manufacturer, German
Misc: aircraft builder

🎵🎷Kenny Dorham -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/30/1924 d.12/5/1972 (48)
Composer, Pianist, Tenor-sax, Jazz Trumpeter

📰🏆🥊Jimmy Cannon -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/10/1909 d.12/5/1973 (64)
Hall of Famer, Journalist, Sports Writer, Boxing Figure
Misc: in the International Boxing (for coverage of that sport) and National Sportscasters Halls of Fame

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🎭Pietro Germi -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/14/1904 d.12/5/1974 (70)
Actor, Movie Director (m), Italian

🏆🎾Hazel Hotchkiss Wightman -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/20/1886 N.S. d.12/5/1974 N.S. (87)
Hall of Famer, Tennis Player
Misc: She won her first national title in 1909 and her last in 1955 at the age of 68! In her career she won 50 national titles in singles and doubles indoors and out.

💰Richard Whitney -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/1/1888 d.12/5/1974 (86)
Businessperson, Executive
Misc: NYSE prez 1930s

🎵🎷Rahsaan Roland Kirk -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/7/1936 d.12/5/1977 (41)
Composer, Multi-instrumentalist, Flutist, Reeds, Tenor-sax, Jazz Performer

🏆🏈🏀Edgar S. "Eddie" Hickey -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/20/1902 N.S. d.12/5/1980 N.S. (77)
Hall of Famer, College Football Coach, College Basketball Coach
Misc: in the Basketball and College Basketball Halls of Fame
Sports Teams: Creighton University (football 1934, basketball 1934-1943, 1946-1947), St. Louis University (basketball 1947-1958), Marquette University (basketball 1958-1964)

✍🎭Robert Aldrich -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/9/1918 d.12/5/1983 (65)
Writer (m), Movie Actor, Movie Producer/Director (m)
Names/Places: b. in Cranston, RI
Movie Titles: Vera Cruz, Kiss Me Deadly, The Big Knife, What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?, Hush Hush Sweet Charlotte, The Flight of the Phoenix, The Dirty Dozen, The Longest Yard

🎵Harold "Pappy" Daily -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/8/1902 d.12/5/1987 (85)
Music Figure
Misc: an American country music record producer and entrepreneur

🎵Molly O'Day -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/9/1923 d.12/5/1987 (64)
Country Singer
Names/Places: RN:LaVerne Williamson
Misc: NOT to be confused with the former Our Gang actress

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🏆🏒Peter Angelo "Pete" Bessone -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/13/1913 N.S. d.12/5/1989 N.S. (76)
Hall of Famer, Hockey Player
Misc: played 1931-1950
Sports Teams: Pittsburgh Hornets, Cleveland Barons, Providence Reds

✍📰Nathan I. Huggins -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/14/1927 d.12/5/1989 (62)
Author (m), Historian (m), Scholar (m), Educator (m)

🎭Steve Shaw -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/19/1965 d.12/5/1990 (25)
Actor
TV Shows: Knots Landing (as Eric Fairgate)

Richard Speck -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/6/1941 d.12/5/1991 (49)
Murderer
Misc: mass murderer (killed 8 student nurses in 1966)

🎵🎸Douglas Hopkins -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/11/1961 d.12/5/1993 (32)
Songwriter, Rock and Roll Guitarist
Group Names: Gin Blossoms (former lead)

🏆⚾Billy Bruton -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/22/1925 d.12/5/1995 (69)
MLB Player

🎵Wilf Carter -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/18/1904 d.12/5/1996 (91)
Songwriter, Country Singer, Canadian

⚛💰Hazel Bishop -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/17/1906 d.12/5/1998 (92)
Inventor (m), Cosmetic Executive
Misc: non smear lipstick

Albert Gore Sr. -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/26/1907 d.12/5/1998 (90)
Congressperson, Senator (m)

🎭Edward Bryce -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/24/1921 d.12/5/1999 (78)
Actor
TV Shows: Tom Corbett-Space Cadet (as Captain Steve Strong), Guiding Light (as Bill Bauer)

🎭John Archer -- Death Anniversary -- b.5/8/1915 d.12/5/1999 (84)
Movie Actor
Names/Places: Anne's dad
Misc: Radio announcer who introduced "The Shadow"

🎵Bobby Marchan -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/30/1930 d.12/5/1999 (69)
Bandleader, Rhythm and Blues Singer

🎭Roone Arledge -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/8/1931 d.12/5/2002 (71)
Hall of Famer, TV Executive (m), TV Producer (m)
Names/Places: b. in Forest Hills, N.Y.
Misc: introduced instant replay, stop-action, split screens, & slow motion
TV Shows: ABC's Wide World of Sports (producer), ABC Sports (executiuve), ABC News (executive)

🏆⚽Geoff Coombes -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/23/1919 d.12/5/2002 (83)
Hall of Famer, Soccer Player, English

🎵🎷Arvell Shaw -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/15/1923 d.12/5/2002 (79)
Jazz Bassist

🏆⚽Ed Murphy -- Death Anniversary -- b.11/6/1930 d.12/5/2005 N.S. (75)
Hall of Famer, Soccer Player, Scottish

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🎵Karlheinz Stockhausen -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/22/1928 d.12/5/2007 (79)
Composer, German

🎭Nina Foch -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/20/1924 d.12/5/2008 (84)
TV/Movie Actress, Dutch (Netherlands)
Names/Places: RN:Nina Consuelo Maud Fock; PRON:FOSH
Misc: Blond movie starlet of 1940s-50s
Movie Titles: Spartacus, An American In Paris

🎭Beverly Garland -- Death Anniversary -- b.10/17/1926 d.12/5/2008 (82)
TV/Movie Actress
Names/Places: b. in Santa Cruz, CA; RMLN:Lucy Fessenden
Misc: some say b. 1929 or 1930
TV Shows: The Bing Crosby Show (as Ellie), My Three Sons (as Barbara Harper Douglas), Scarecrow & Mrs. King (as Dotty West)
Movie Titles: DOA

🎭Garfield Morgan -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/19/1931 d.12/5/2009 (78)
Actor, British
Movie Titles: The Odessa File, To Catch a Spy

🏆Markovits Kálmán -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/26/1931 N.S. d.12/5/2009 N.S. (78)
Hall of Famer, Olympic Athlete, Water Polo Player, Hungarian

🎭🏆🏈Don Meredith -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/10/1938 d.12/5/2010 (72)
Hall of Famer, Actor, Commercial Actor, Sports Commentator, NFL Quarterback
Names/Places: b. in Mt. Vernon, TX; NN:Dandy
Misc: Lipton Ice Tea
Sports Teams: Southern Methodist University, Dallas Cowboys (1960-1968)
TV Shows: Monday Night Football

🏆🏁Peter Gethin -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/21/1940 d.12/5/2011 (71)
Auto Racer, English

🎨Oscar Niemeyer -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/15/1907 N.S. d.12/5/2012 N.S. (104)
Architect (m), Brazilian

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🎵🎷Dave Brubeck -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/6/1920 d.12/5/2012 (91)
Composer, Bandleader, Jazz Pianist
Names/Places: RN:David Warren; b. in Concord, CA
Group Names: Dave Brubeck Quartet (leader)

Nelson Mandela -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/18/1918 d.12/5/2013 (95)
Civil Rights Leader, South African
Names/Places: MN:Rolihlala; Winnie's hubby
Misc: leader of African National Congress; South African Dissident; some say b. June 18 but is incorrect

🏆🏈Larry Roberts -- Death Anniversary -- b.6/2/1963 N.S. d.12/5/2016 N.S. (53)
NFL Defensive End
Misc: 2x Super Bowl champ
Sports Teams: San Francisco 49ers

🏆🏈Rashaan Salaam -- Death Anniversary -- b.10/8/1974 d.12/5/2016 N.S. (42)
NFL Player, College Football Player
Misc: Heisman Trophy (1994)
Sports Teams: University of Colorado, Chicago Bears, Cleveland Browns, Memphis Maniax

🎭🎵🎸Johnny Halliday -- Death Anniversary -- b.6/15/1943 N.S. d.12/5/2017 N.S. (74)
Actor, Rock and Roll Singer, French
Names/Places: RN:Jean-Philippe Smet
Misc: superstar has over 728 hits in France

🏆🏌Jim Jamieson -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/21/1943 N.S. d.12/5/2018 N.S. (75)
Golfer

🎭Robert Walker Jr. -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/15/1940 N.S. d.12/5/2019 N.S. (79)
Movie Actor
Names/Places: Jennifer Jones & Robert Sr.'s son
Movie Titles: Easy Rider, The War Wagon, Beware! The Blob, Ensign Pulver

🎵Jerry Naylor -- Death Anniversary -- b.3/6/1939 N.S. d.12/5/2019 N.S. (80)
Radio Disc Jock, Singer, Country Performer
Names/Places: RN: Jerry Naylor Jackson
Group Names: Buddy Holly & the Cricketts

🏆🏌Peter Alliss -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/28/1931 N.S. d.12/5/2020 N.S. (89)
Hall of Famer, Golfer, English
Misc: BBC television presenter and commentator, author and golf course designer.

Robert J. "Bob" Dole -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/22/1923 N.S. d.12/5/2021 N.S. (98)
Senator (m)
Names/Places: b. in Russell, KS; Elizabeth's hubby
Misc: ex-Senate Minority Leader; 1996 presidential candidate

🏆🏈Bill Glass -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/16/1935 N.S. d.12/5/2021 N.S. (86)
Hall of Famer, NFL Defensive End, College Football Player, CFL Figure
Sports Teams: Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL, 1957) Detroit Lions (1958-1961), Cleveland Browns (1962-1968)

Jacques Tits -- Death Anniversary -- b.8/12/1930 N.S. d.12/5/2021 N.S. (91)
Mathematician (m), Belgiumese
Misc: was a Belgian-born French mathematician who worked on group theory and incidence geometry. He introduced Tits buildings, the Tits alternative, the Tits group, and the Tits metric.

🎵Buddy Merrill -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/16/1936 N.S. d.12/5/2021 N.S. (85)
Guitarist
TV Shows: Lawrence Welk Show

🎵John Miles -- Death Anniversary -- b.4/23/1949 N.S. d.12/5/2021 N.S. (72)
Songwriter, Singer/Guitarist, Keyboardist, English
Misc: on various Alan Parsons albums and on Tina Turner's band

🎭Terrence O'Hara -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/25/1945 N.S. d.12/5/2022 N.S. (76)
Actor, Producer/Director (m)
Names/Places: Shanna Reed's hubby
TV Shows: NCIS (director), Smallville (director), NCIS: Los Angeles (director), JAG (director)

🎭Kirstie Alley -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/12/1951 N.S. d.12/5/2022 N.S. (71)
TV/Movie Actress
Names/Places: b. in Wichita, Kan.; Parker Stevenson's ex-wife
Misc: NOT b. in 1955 according to ET; People says b. 1950, Star Magazine says 1951 and not 1955; once won $6,000 as a contestant on The Match Game
TV Shows: North & South, Cheers (as Rebecca Howe), Veronica's Closet (as Veronica "Ronnie" Chase)
Movie Titles: Look Who's Talking, Star Trek II:The Wrath of Khan, It Takes Two, Deconstructing Harry, Drop Dead Gorgeous

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💰🎵Jim Stewart -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/29/1930 N.S. d.12/5/2022 N.S. (92)
Hall of Famer, Executive, Music Figure
Misc: Stax label founder

✍⛪🎭Norman Lear -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/27/1922 N.S. d.12/5/2023 N.S. (101)
Hall of Famer, Comedy Writer (m), Jewish, TV Producer/Director (m)
Names/Places: b. in New Haven, CT
TV Shows: All in the Family, Mary Hartman Mary Hartman, Sanford & Son, Good Times, Maude, All That Glitters, Jeffersons, One Day at a Time, Fernwood 2-Night, aka Pablo, Sunday Dinner, The Powers That Be

🎵🎸Denny Laine -- Death Anniversary -- b.10/29/1944 N.S. d.12/5/2023 N.S. (79)
Hall of Famer, Songwriter, Rock and Roll Singer/Guitarist, English
Names/Places: RN:Brian Hines
Misc: his name sounds like a Beatle tune
Group Names: The Moody Blues, Wings

U.S. Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1998, ✪ “Jump Jive An' Wail” by The Brian Setzer Orchestra peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, ✪ “Midnight Stroll” by The Revels peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, ✪ “Ringo” by Lorne Greene peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, ✪ “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan And Dean peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “A Little Past Little Rock” by Lee Ann Womack peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Absence Of The Heart” by Deana Carter peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't It The Truth” by Mary Wells peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Always” by Sammy Turner peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Are You That Somebody?” by Aaliyah With Timbaland peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Big Man In Town” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Blue And Grey” by BTS peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Body” by Megan Thee Stallion peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Celebrity Skin” by Hole peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Dance With Me” by The Drifters peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Do I” by Luke Bryan peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Don't Laugh At Me” by Mark Wills peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Don't You Know” by Della Reese peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” by The Police peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Everything's Changed” by Lonestar peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Gilee” by Sonny Spencer peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” by Jordan Smith peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Gypsy Woman” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Half Of My Heart” by John Mayer Featuring Taylor Swift peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Happy” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Here She Comes” by The Tymes peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Hey, Little One” by J. Frank Wilson And The Cavaliers peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Hooch” by Everything peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Hourglass” by U.K. Squeeze peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “How Do You Fall In Love” by Alabama peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “How Do You Sleep At Night” by Wade Hayes peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Don't Mind At All” by Bourgeois Tagg peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Wish The Phone Would Ring” by Exposé peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Won't Forget You” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I'll Never Break Your Heart” by Backstreet Boys peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “I'll Show You” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “I'm Comin' Over” by Chris Young peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I'm Your Angel” by Céline Dion And R. Kelly peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I'm Your Superman” by The All Sports Band peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Iris” by Goo Goo Dolls peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “It's All In Your Mind” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “It's Alright” by Classic Example peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “It's Your Song” by Garth Brooks peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Lady Love” by Klowns peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Life Goes On” by BTS peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Living Eyes” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Marina” by Jacky Noguez And His Orchestra peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1942, “Mister Five By Five” by Freddie Slack And His Orchestra Featuring Ella Mae Morse peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Misty” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Mountain Of Love” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “No Matter What” by Badfinger peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “No One Else On Earth” by Wynonna Judd peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Nobody's Supposed To Be Here” by Deborah Cox peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1953, “Oh Mein Papa” by Eddie Calvert peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Oh No” by The Commodores peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Opportunity” by Jewels peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Pretend You Don't See Her” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Real Love” by Mary J. Blige peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Real World” by Matchbox 20 peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1953, “Ricochet” by Teresa Brewer peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Right Or Wrong” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Rome Will Never Leave You” by Richard Chamberlain peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Share The Land” by The Guess Who peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Skeletons” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Somebody's Problem” by Morgan Wallen peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Stay” by BTS peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Sweet Sweetheart” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Symphony Of Destruction” by Megadeth peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Talk To Me” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Tearin' Up My Heart” by *N Sync peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Thank U” by Alanis Morissette peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “The Best Of Everything” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “The Feeling” by Justin Bieber Featuring Halsey peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The One I Love” by R.E.M. peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Tiny Tim” by LaVern Baker peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “True Love True Love” by The Drifters peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Walking In The Rain” by The Ronettes peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “We Could” by Al Martino peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We'll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Where Have All Our Heroes Gone” by Bill Anderson peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Where The Green Grass Grows” by Tim McGraw peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Wide Open Spaces” by The Dixie Chicks peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “WTF (Where They From)” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Featuring Pharrell Williams peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “Johnny B. Badde” by Mungo Jerry peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, ✪ “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan And Dean peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, ✪ “Sweet Gingerbread Man” by The Mike Curb Congregation peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Adam's Rib” by Melanie Doane peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't It The Truth” by Mary Wells peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Angel” by Erroll Starr peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Beautiful Second Hand Man” by Ginette Reno peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Chains And Things” by B.B. King peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Chestnut Mare” by The Byrds peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Come A Little Bit Closer” by Jay And The Americans peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Dance With Me / (If You Cry) True Love, True Love” by The Drifters peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Don't Bring Me Down” by The Pretty Things peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Dream Girl” by FM peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Fly Little White Dove, Fly” by The Bells peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Four Strong Winds” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Gypsy Woman” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “He's A Liar” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Heaven Help Us All” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Am Somebody” by Johnnie Taylor peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Don't Care What They Say” by Becky And The Lollipops peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Don't Mind At All” by Bourgeois Tagg peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself” by Gary Puckett And The Union Gap peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2015, “I'll Show You” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I've Been In Love Before” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Is It True?” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Let's Work Together” by Canned Heat peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Life Goes On” by BTS peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Locked In The Trunk Of A Car” by The Tragically Hip peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Mark My Words” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Meet Me Halfway” by Black Eyed Peas peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Montego Bay” by Bobby Bloom peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Me Now” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Part Time Love” by Ann Peebles peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prisoner” by Miley Cyrus Featuring Dua Lipa peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Purpose” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “See Me, Feel Me” by The Who peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Share The Land” by The Guess Who peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She's Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Slide” by Goo Goo Dolls peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “So Close” by Jake Holmes peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1959, “So Many Ways” by Brook Benton peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Somebody's Problem” by Morgan Wallen peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Talk To Me” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1959, “The Enchanted Sea” by The Islanders peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2015, “The Feeling” by Justin Bieber Featuring Halsey peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The One I Love” by R.E.M. peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Tears Of A Clown” by Smokey Robinson And The Miracles peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Time Stand Still” by Rush And Aimee Mann peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Waiting For A Girl Like You” by Foreigner peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Walking In The Rain” by The Ronettes peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We'll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up” by Sweet Revival peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Woo-Hoo” by The Rock-A-Teens peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 2015, “WTF (Where They From)” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Featuring Pharrell Williams peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You Should Have Seen The Way He Looked At Me” by Dixie Cups peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1992, “Always Tomorrow” by Gloria Estefan peaked at number 36 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Angel” by Erroll Starr peaked at number 92 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Dream Girl” by FM peaked at number 41 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Groovin' In The Midnight” by Maxi Priest peaked at number 64 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Don't Mind At All” by Bourgeois Tagg peaked at number 36 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Love You Period” by Dan Baird peaked at number 47 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I'd Die Without You” by P.M. Dawn peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I've Been In Love Before” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 8 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Locked In The Trunk Of A Car” by The Tragically Hip peaked at number 11 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Me Now” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 28 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Pretty Fly (For A White Guy)” by The Offspring peaked at number 9 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Skeletons” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 43 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Thank U” by Alanis Morissette peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The One I Love” by R.E.M. peaked at number 11 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Spirit Of Radio” by Rush peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Time Stand Still” by Rush And Aimee Mann peaked at number 52 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We'll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number 9 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1992, “What About Your Friends” by TLC peaked at number 44 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, ✪ “Cashing In On Christmas” by Bad News peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, ✪ “Dur dur d'être bébé! (It's Tough To Be A Baby)” by Jordy peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪ “Fatman” by Mammoth peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1953, ✪ “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” by Jimmy Boyd peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪ “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, ✪ “I'm Your Man” by Rowdy Roddy Piper peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, ✪ “Man On The Moon” by R.E.M. peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1959, ✪ “Poison Ivy” by The Coasters peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪ “The Lunatics (Have Taken Over The Asylum)” by Fun Boy Three peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, ✪ “The Official BBC Children In Need Medley” by Peter Kay's Animated All Stars peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪ “Walk With An Erection” by Swinging Erudites peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “(You've Got Me) Dangling On A String” by Chairmen Of The Board peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Ay Ay Ay Ay Moosey” by Modern Romance peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Baby Workout” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Bang Bang” by David Sanborn peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Bed Sitter” by Soft Cell peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Begin The Beguine (Volver a empezar)” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Big Panty Woman” by Barefoot Man peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Body Fusion” by Nu-Matic peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Body Rockin'” by Errol Brown peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Bog Eyed Jog” by Ray Moore peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Breakaway” by Big Pig peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Build” by The Housemartins peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Buona Sera (Don't Be Angry)” by Bad Manners peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Chains Around My Heart” by Richard Marx peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Close Every Door” by Phillip Schofield peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Company” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Cracklin' Rosie” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Criticize” by Alexander O'Neal peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Crush Me” by House Of Love peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Damned EP” by The Damned peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Devil's Ball” by Double peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Did I Say 'Ti Amo'?” by Fresh peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Don't Let 'Em Grind You Down” by Exploited peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Feel No Pain” by Sade peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Good Morning Universe (Four More From Toyah EP)” by Toyah peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Gorgeous” by Gene Loves Jezebel peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “He's Gonna Step On You Again” by The Party Boys peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Higher Ground” by Mama's Boys peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Hold Up Your Head” by Fish peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Homophobic A**hole” by Senseless Things peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Hotel Illness” by The Black Crowes peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Hysteria” by Def Leppard peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I Can't Say Goodbye To You” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I Can't See” by Nicole Ray peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” by Prince peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Dreamed A Dream” by Susan Boyle peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I Go To Sleep” by The Pretenders peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I Love The Way You Love Me” by Boyzone peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Want To Be Your Property” by Blue Mercedes peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Wish I Could Fly” by DWA Featuring Orville peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Gonna Be Strong” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I've Been In Love Before” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “If You Can Do It I Can Too” by Meli'sa Morgan peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Incredible” by Keith Murray peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Intact” by Ned's Atomic Dustbin peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Joys Of Christmas” by Chris Rea peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Julie, Do Ya Love Me” by White Plains peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Lay It All On Me” by Rudimental Featuring Ed Sheeran peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Let Me Be The One” by Exposé peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Let Me Be Your Underwear” by Club 69 peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Letter From America” by The Proclaimers peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Levitating” by Dua Lipa peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Life Goes On” by BTS peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Lionrock” by Lionrock peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Little Red Rooster” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Loo's Control” by Smart E's peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Losing You” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Love Needs No Disguise” by Gary Numan peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Mark My Words” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Miami” by Will Smith peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “My One True Friend” by Bette Midler peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “No Pressure” by Justin Bieber Featuring Big Sean peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “One Heart Between Two” by Dave Berry peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Out Of Space / Ruff In The Jungle Bizness” by The Prodigy peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Over And Over Again” by Nathan Sykes peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Plugged In Freestyle” by Fumez The Engineer / A92 / Offica peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prisoner” by Miley Cyrus Featuring Dua Lipa peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Purity” by The Aloof peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Rebel Without A Pause” by Public Enemy peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Rump Shaker” by Wreckx-N-Effect peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “San Miguel” by Lonnie Donegan peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “San Miguel” by The Kingston Trio peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Satellite” by The Hooters peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Searchin' My Soul” by Vonda Shepard peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Sense Of Danger” by Presence peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Sensuality” by Lovestation peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “She” by Vegas peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Show Me Girl” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Silver EP” by Nirvana peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “So Deep Is The Night” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Soul Holidays / Joy” by Sounds Of Blackness peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Steppin' Out” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Sunflower” by Post Malone Featuring Swae Lee peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Sunshine Lady” by The Fatback Band peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1953, “Swedish Rhapsody” by Mantovani peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Symphony” by Donell Rush peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Take A Little Time” by Gary Moore peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Take The Long Way Home” by Faithless peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Teen Beat” by Sandy Nelson peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Bad Days EP” by Space peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Boy's Gone Crazy” by Was (Not Was) peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Devil's Trill / Reflection” by Vanessa-Mae peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2015, “The Feeling” by Justin Bieber Featuring Halsey peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Peel Sessions” by New Order peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Power Of Good-Bye / Little Star” by Madonna peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The Voice” by Ultravox peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Word” by Dope Smugglaz peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “There Ain't Nothing Like Shaggin'” by The Tams peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “There Goes The Neighborhood” by Sheryl Crow peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “This Is Radio Clash” by The Clash peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Time After Time” by Mark Williams And Tara Morice peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “To Be Reborn” by Boy George peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Turn Your Love Around” by George Benson peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “War Of Nerves” by All Saints peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1959, “What Do You Want” by Adam Faith peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “When I Grow Up (To Be A Man)” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses” by U2 peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Wild Horses” by Susan Boyle peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Wild Surf” by Ash peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1959, “A Theme From 'The Threepenny Opera' (Mack The Knife)” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Be Together” by Major Lazer Featuring Wild Belle peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Black Box” by Stan Walker peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Boys In Town / Only You” by Divinyls peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Burning Bridges” by The Mike Curb Congregation peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1953, “China Doll” by Slim Whitman peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Come A Little Bit Closer” by Jay And The Americans peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Crazy Crazy Nights” by KISS peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Danny Boy” by Conway Twitty peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Everlasting Love / Still Thinking Of You / Billy And The Gun” by Rex Smith And Rachel Sweet peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Faith” by The Dukes peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Five By Five / Around And Around” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Happy” by Leona Lewis peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Horny '98” by Mousse T. Featuring Hot 'n' Juicy And Inaya Day peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Don't Know How To Love Him” by Kate Ceberano peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Into Something Good” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Just Another Day” by Jon Secada peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Life Goes On” by BTS peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Listen / Falling” by Charlie Dore peaked at number 85 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Love In Motion / Goodnight Mr. Matthews” by Icehouse peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Morgen (One More Sunrise)” by Ivo Robić And The Song-Masters peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Never So Live (EP)” by The Angels (Australia) peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Run To Paradise” by Choirboys peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Shut Up And Kiss Me” by Paul McDermott And Fiona Horne peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Skeletons” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Stone” by Cyrus peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Taste It” by INXS peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1992, “The Day You Went Away” by Wendy Matthews peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Twelfth Of Never” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Treat Me Good” by Bachelor Girl peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We'll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 2015, “When We Were Young” by Adele peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “You're My Home / Summer, Highland Falls” by Billy Joel peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1998, ✪ “DooDah!” by Cartoons peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪ “We Care A Lot” by Faith No More peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Breathe” by JPS Experience peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Company” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Dance Little Sister” by Terence Trent D'Arby peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Ebeneezer Goode” by The Shamen peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Faith” by George Michael peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Fireflies” by Owl City peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Heal The World” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Holiday” by The Other Ones peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Hula Hoop” by OMI peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Human Beings” by Seal peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I Started A Joke” by Faith No More peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I'm Overjoyed” by Nona Gaye peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Jive Talkin'” by Boogie Box High peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Keep The Faith” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Lay Down Beside Me” by Patsy Riggir peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Mark My Words” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “No Idea” by Jan Hellriegel peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “No Pressure” by Justin Bieber Featuring Big Sean peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Paper In Fire” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Physical Favours” by Sharon O'Neill peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Physical” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prisoner” by Miley Cyrus Featuring Dua Lipa peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Purpose” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Single” by Popsie peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Skeletons” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Tears” by Jenny Morris peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Thank U” by Alanis Morissette peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 2015, “The Feeling” by Justin Bieber Featuring Halsey peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The Night Owls” by Little River Band peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Too Much Love Will Kill You” by Brian May peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Tropicalia” by Beck peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “We'll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Would I Lie To You?” by Charles And Eddie peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, ✪ “Back In The U.S.S.R.” by Billy Joel peaked at number 96 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, ✪ “Safe Sex Report” by Dickie Goodman peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, ✪ “Super Mario Land” by Ambassadors Of Funk Featuring M.C. Mario peaked at number 69 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “All 'Bout The Money” by Meja peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “All Alone Am I” by Timi Yuro peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “All Day And All Of The Night” by The Kinks peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Alles naar de kl--te” by Euromasters peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Angels Crying” by E-Type peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Bloeiende twijgen” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Broken-Hearted Melody” by Sarah Vaughan peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Comin' In And Out Of Your Life” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Don't Shed A Tear” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Fandango (In The Name Of Love)” by Gerard Joling peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Free Your Mind” by En Vogue peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Gebabbel / Vlieg met me mee (live)” by Paul de Leeuw And Willeke Alberti / Paul de Leeuw peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Hello (Turn Your Radio On)” by Shakespear's Sister peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hello Darkness” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Hey Joe” by Willy DeVille peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “How Can We Hang On To A Dream” by Tim Hardin peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “How Deep Is Your Love” by Dru Hill Featuring Redman peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Hé jij, waar was je nou?” by Grad Damen peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I Can't Sleep Without You (Live)” by Golden Earring peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Don't Think That Man Should Sleep Alone” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'll Be There” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “I'm Raving - O si nene” by L.A. Style peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “If You Buy This Record Your Life Will Be Better” by The Tamperer Featuring Maya peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Knolraap en lof, schorseneren en prei” by Drs. P peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Latest” by Qlas And Blacka Featuring Boef peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Lonely Boy” by Paul Anka peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Lonesome (si tu vois ma mère)” by Sidney Bechet or Chris Barber Featuring Monty Sunshine peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Love In The First Degree” by Bananarama peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Mona Lisa wacht op mij!” by Het Radi-Ensemble peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Mona Lisa” by Conway Twitty or Carl Mann peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Patches” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Round The Bay Of Mexico” by Harry Belafonte peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Sleeping Satellite” by Tasmin Archer peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Stop! I Don't Wanna Hear It Anymore” by Melanie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1959, “The Three Bells (The Jimmy Brown Story)” by The Browns or Les Compagnons de la Chanson (primary artists) peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Time To Kill” by The Band peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Tonight I'm Yours (Don't Hurt Me)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Turn The Page” by Metallica peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Unchain My Heart” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Victoria” by Liesbeth List peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Vuur en vlam” by Kinderen Voor Kinderen peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Waar heb ik jou meer gezien” by V.O.F. De Kunst peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Would You...?” by Touch And Go peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Bad Things” by Jace Everett peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Believe” by Cher peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Body Movin'” by Beastie Boys peaked at number 30 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Bootleg” by Jazzattacks peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Finally Found” by Honeyz peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Free” by Bacon Popper peaked at number 37 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “För alla dom” by Petter, Ison And Fille och Mogge peaked at number 21 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2020, “It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year” by Andy Williams peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Not Too Young” by Sabina Ddumba peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Paradoxx” by 666 peaked at number 26 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Party In The U.S.A.” by Miley Cyrus peaked at number 22 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Stationen” by Miriam Bryant peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2015, “The Only One” by Miriam Bryant peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Ticket To Fly” by Solid Base peaked at number 48 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “U Got Me Good” by Sheri peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1998, “We Are One” by KISS peaked at number 31 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Whatcha Say” by Jason Derulo peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2015, ✪ “Whip It!” by LunchMoney Lewis Featuring Chlöe Angelides peaked at number 72 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Avenir” by Louane peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Cosmic” by Kadri Abazi peaked at number 25 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Die da” by Die Fantastischen Vier peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Doesn't Mean Anything” by Alicia Keys peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Down” by KC Rebell x Summer Cem peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Es ist die Zeit” by Andreas Gabalier peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Monsta” by Culcha Candela peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Monster” by Shawn Mendes And Justin Bieber peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prisoner” by Miley Cyrus Featuring Dua Lipa peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Protect Your Mind (Braveheart)” by DJ Sakin And Friends peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Russian Roulette” by Rihanna peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Schöne Welt” by Solarjet peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Superheld” by Rob And Chris peaked at number 26 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Wenn du lachst” by Tom Post peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2015, “When We Were Young” by Adele peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Woher” by Bozza x Sido peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Wonder” by Shawn Mendes peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2020, “93 mesures” by Dinos peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Abdel Kader (Live à Bercy)” by Taha / Khaled / Faudel peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Affaires de famille” by Ärsenik Featuring Doc Gynéco peaked at number 44 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Ciel pleure” by Dinos Featuring Laylow peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Césaire” by Dinos peaked at number 23 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2015, “D'or et de platine” by Gradur Featuring Jul peaked at number 16 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Demain n'existe plus” by Dinos peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Diptyque” by Dinos peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ella elle l'a” by France Gall peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Elle imagine...” by Nacash peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Everglow” by Coldplay peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Everlasting Love” by Sandra peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Existe (enregistré en public à Bercy)” by François Feldman peaked at number 45 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Gotaga” by Vald peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Hotline Bling” by Drake peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Insomnia” by Mike Candys And Jack Holiday peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Iron Lion Zion” by Bob Marley And The Wailers peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Je Wanda” by Dinos Featuring Tayc peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “La bête libre (Live)” by Jeanne Mas peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Le lac” by Indochine peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Le nord se souvient” by Dinos Featuring Leto peaked at number 29 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Luka” by Suzanne Vega peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Là c'est die” by RIDSA peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Maman m'aime” by Dinos Featuring Da Uzi peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Miserere” by Zucchero With Luciano Pavarotti peaked at number 37 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Moins un” by Dinos Featuring Nekfeu peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1992, “No Ordinary Love” by Sade peaked at number 20 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Panne de cœur” by Véronique Sanson peaked at number 46 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Paranoïaque” by Dinos peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Petit Papa Noël [2009]” by Bébé Lilly peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prends soin de toi” by Dinos peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Rosa” by Gradur peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Russian Roulette” by Rihanna peaked at number 4 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Top Of The World” by Brandy Featuring Ma$e peaked at number 39 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Ain't That Loving You Baby” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Baby Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Be Okay” by Victoria Nadine peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Black Night” by Deep Purple peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1987, “China In Your Hand” by T'Pau peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Don't You Want Me” by Felix peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Empire State Of Mind” by Jay-Z + Alicia Keys peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1992, “End Of The Road” by Boyz II Men peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Fame” by Loraine Velez peaked at number 13 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2015, “I Know What You Did Last Summer” by Shawn Mendes Featuring Camila Cabello peaked at number 18 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “If I Fell” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Krabbeklo” by Bjørn Hellfuck peaked at number 11 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Light It Up (Remix)” by Major Lazer Featuring Nyla And Fuse ODG peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Morgen (One More Sunrise)” by Billy Vaughn peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1998, “S.O.S. (The Tiger Took My Family)” by Dr. Bombay peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1959, “Travelin' Light” by Cliff Richard And The Shadows peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Typisk norsk” by Katastrofe And Alexander Rybak peaked at number 12 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Vill ha dej” by Freestyle peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Whatcha Say” by Jason Derulo peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Would You...?” by Touch And Go peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2020, “1 Stunde” by Zuna peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Believe” by Cher peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Everglow” by Coldplay peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1992, “House Of Love” by East 17 peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “I'm Your Angel” by Céline Dion And R. Kelly peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “If You Believe” by Sasha peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Kei Zit” by XEN And EAZ peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Leichtes Gepäck” by Silbermond peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Let It Rain” by Gotthard peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Midnight Sky” by Miley Cyrus peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Next November” by SCYCS peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Once Upon A Time” by Down Low peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Queen Of Rain” by Roxette peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Some People” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Sweetheart” by JD And Mariah peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “The Power Of Good-Bye” by Madonna peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Wigwam” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1992, “Yesterdays” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Italy Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2015, “Eccolo qua il Natale - una notte tra tante” by Cesare Cremonini And Massena Boys peaked at number 2 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Niente più” by Claudio Baglioni peaked at number 17 on the Italy pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Russian Roulette” by Rihanna peaked at number 6 on the Italy pop singles chart.

Finland Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “Aeroplane Blues” by Zacharius Carls Group peaked at number 4 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2015, “I Took A Pill In Ibiza” by Mike Posner peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kerrasta poikki” by Chisu peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Kuollut kävelee EP” by Kotiteollisuus peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Minä liityin sinuun” by Herra Ylppö, Yeboyah peaked at number 5 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Mistä joulupukki tunnetaan” by Marita Taavitsainen peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Prisoner” by Miley Cyrus Featuring Dua Lipa peaked at number 15 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1998, “Sillanrakentaja” by CMX peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Stitches” by Shawn Mendes peaked at number 12 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Veli mä vannon” by Gettomasa peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

Spain Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2020, “120” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 20 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Booker T” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 13 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Cada día” by Tamara [ES] peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Don't Worry” by Madcon Featuring Ray Dalton peaked at number 10 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “El mundo es mío” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 18 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Haciendo que me amas” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 7 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Hoy cobré” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 15 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “La droga” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 11 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “La Noche de Anoche” by Bad Bunny And Rosalía peaked at number 1 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Maldita pobreza” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 14 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Te deseo lo mejor” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 9 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Te mudaste” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 5 on the Spain pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Yo visto así” by Bad Bunny peaked at number 4 on the Spain pop singles chart.

Denmark Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 2009, “3” by Britney Spears peaked at number 15 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Flyv Fugl” by Rasmus Seebach peaked at number 19 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Kopenhagen” by Gilli Featuring Icekiid And Noah Carter peaked at number 17 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2020, “Mistletoe” by Justin Bieber peaked at number 6 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Pregnant” by Phlake peaked at number 9 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2009, “Russian Roulette” by Rihanna peaked at number 6 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

In 2015, “Slem igen” by Blak And Jimillian Featuring Ceci Luca peaked at number 8 on the Denmark pop singles chart.

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In 1792, George Washington was re-elected president of the United States; John Adams was re-elected vice president.

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In 1848, President James Polk triggered the Gold Rush of '49 by confirming that gold had been discovered in California.

In 1929, The first nudist organization in the U.S., the American League for Physical Culture, opened in New York City. California was busy that month. At first members hung out (no pun intended) around steam pipes in a Lexington Avenue basement. Later they opened a summer camp in Central Valley, New York.

In 1933, Prohibition finally came to an end. Drinkers toasted the end of Prohibition in the U.S. this day. It had been 14 years between (legal) drinks. The long dry spell ended at 5:32 p.m., when Utah became the last of 36 states to ratify the 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (thereby, repealing the 18th Amendment, that had prohibited all booze).

In 1941, The Donald Duck film, “Chef Donald” is released.

In 1947, Joe Louis beats Jersey Joe Walcott in 15 for the heavyweight boxing title.

In 1949, Ezzard Charles defeats Jersey Joe Walcott for heavyweight boxing title.

In 1952, Hey Abbott! “The Abbott and Costello Show” started a 52-episode, syndicated run on TV this day. Comedians Bud Abbott and Lou Costello became such big hits that those same 52 episodes were run over and over on local and network TV for years.

In 1959, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Dobie Gillis: Dwayne Hickman, Joan Chandler, Gayle Polayes”. Other Articles: Dobie Gillis, Untouchables

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In 1960, Billboard reports five “answer records” to Elvis Presleyʹs “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” have been released. Four of them are versions of the same song, “Yes, Iʹm Lonesome Tonight.” The other is the standard “Oh How I Miss You Tonight.”

In 1960, R.C., “The Big Time Spender (Parts I and II)” by Cornbread and Biscuits peaked at #75 on the pop singles chart.

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In 1964, R.C., “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan and Dean peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #81. “And Then There Were None”. One by one, all of the Castaways mysteriously disappear. Gilligan then dreams that he is Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. In the end, Gilligan rescues them from the hidden World War II munitions pit that they have all fallen into.

In 1966, On Dark Shadows, Matthew Morgan (Thayer David) took Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) hostage at the Old House, and hid her in a secret room behind the drawing room bookcase.

In 1967, The Beatles throw a party to celebrate the opening of the Apple Boutique(tm) on 94 Baker Street, London.

In 1968, Graham Nash quit the Hollies because he disagreed with the groupʹs plans to record an album of Bob Dylan songs (he later forms Crosby, Stills and Nash).

In 1968, “Jungle Book — Walt Disney Presents” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold by the RIAA

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In 1970, R.C., “No Matter What” by Badfinger peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, The Rolling Stonesʹ “Gimme Shelter” film (including clips from the Altamont concert) opens in New York

In 1971, HOT NEW ALBUM “MADMAN ACROSS THE WATER” from ELTON JOHN includes “TINY DANCER”

In 1973, Paul McCartney releases “Band on the Run” album.

In 1974, COVER OF ROLLING STONE DUSTIN HOFFMAN

In 1974, “Hereʹs Johnny; Magic Moments From The Tonight Show” album by the always-popular Various Artists is certified as a Gold album. Among the celebs slapped on vinyl from beautiful downtown Burbank: are Bette Midler, Groucho Marx, George Carlin, Judy Garland, Richard Nixon, Lucille Ball and George Burns.

In 1974, “Monty Pythonʹs Flying Circus” (TV Variety) was last shown on BBC. After the show ended, people just stomped their TV sets flat with a giant foot!

In 1975, Fleetwood Macʹs self-titled tenth album goes gold and is on its way to platinum. This is the first album by the regrouped band, including founders Mick Fleetwood and John McVie, veteran Christine McVie and newcomers Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham. The album contains the tunes “Rhiannon,” “Say You Love Me” and “Over My Head.”

In 1975, The number one Billboard Pop Hit: “Fly, Robin, Fly,” Silver Convention. Producer Michael Kunze originally calls the song “Run, Rabbit, Run.” A slow disco song by any standard.

In 1975, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: BEE GEES (“NIGHTS ON BROADWAY”, “JIVE TALKIN'”); OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN (“LET IT SHINE”, “HE AINʹT HEAVY HEʹS MY BROTHER”); NATALIE COLE (“THIS WILL BE”)

In 1976, “Bound For Glory” starring David Carradine as Woody Guthrie premiered at the Coronet.

In 1977, “For Richer, For Poorer”, TV Daytime Soap; debut on NBC. It didnʹt stay on the air long.

In 1977, “The Story Of Star Wars/Narration By R.l. Browne” album by Original Cast was certified Gold

In 1978, CBS aired the first-ever Kennedy Center Honors with honorees Marian Anderson, Fred Astaire, George Balanchine, Richard Rodgers and Artur Rubinstein.

In 1978, The American space probe Pioneer Venus I, orbiting Venus, began beaming back its first information and picture of the planet to scientists in Mountain View, California.

In 1978, The Charlie Daniels Band recorded "The Devil Went Down To Georgia" at Nashville's Woodland Sound Studios. The track was later released on their 1979 album Million Mile Reflections and the song was the band's biggest pop hit, reaching #3 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was also featured in the 1980 movie Urban Cowboy.

In 1978, TV Guide Listing: 9 p.m./ET “Threeʹs Company” (ABC): Roper (Norman Fell) tries to stop the gang from tossing a party by posting a sign reading “The partyʹs canceled,” and Mrs. Roper (Audra Lindley) packs her bags, declaring their marriage is canceled, too. Jack: John Ritter. Janet: Joyce DeWitt. Chrissy: Suzanne Somers. Mrs. Hollins: Diana Herbert.

In 1978, “Totally Hot” album by Olivia Newton-John was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1979, “Nine Lives” album by R.E.O. Speedwagon was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1979, “Pop Muzik” single by M was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1980, John Lennon gives what would be his last interview, with Rolling Stoneʹs Jonathan Cott.

In 1980, Raquel Welch was fired for taking too long to put on her makeup? She took three hours and was fired from the film “Cannery Row”, and replaced by Debra Winger.

In 1980, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts REO SPEEDWAGON (“Keep on Loving You,” “Roll With the Changes”), RANDY MEISNER, KIM CARNES, BABYS, THIN LIZZY, and a video of ROD STEWART (“Passion”)

In 1980, “Greatest Hits Vol. II” album by Linda Ronstadt was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1980, “Jessie” single by Carly Simon was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1981, On the cover of TV Guide: “Lorna Patterson of Private Benjamin”. Other Articles: How To Watch 100 Channels

In 1981, R.C., “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” by The Police peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, R.C., “Oh No” by Commodores peaked at number four on the pop singles chart. It wasnʹt a song about Mr. Bill.

In 1981, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guests: MEAT LOAF (“BAT OUT OF HELL”, “PROMISED LAND”)

In 1982, Herschel Walker of Georgia wins the Heisman Trophy.

In 1983, The first video arcade game licensed by the National Football League was unveiled in Chicago this day. Bally Manufacturing named it, appropriately enough, “NFL Football”.

In 1984, Berkeley, California, becomes the first American city to offer extend “domestic partnership” benefits to gay city employees.

In 1984, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, at age 37, was the oldest player in the National Basketball Association. He decided to push those weary bones just one more year by signing with the Los Angeles Lakers — for $2 million this day. Other NBA greats who played for 16 seasons include John Havlicek of Boston, Dolph Shayes of Philadelphia, Paul Ilas of Seattle and Elvin Hayes of Houston.

In 1984, “Beverly Hills Cop” starring Eddie Murphy opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. Hits from the soundtrack include “The Heat Is On” by Glen Frey, and “Neutron Dance” by the Pointer Sisters. Itʹs Eddie Murphyʹs first movie as a former cast member of “Saturday Night Live.”

In 1984, “Purple Rain” single by Prince and The Revolution was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1985, On One Life to Live, the scheming Tina (Andrea Evans) offered the National Intruder a story if they paid her $200,000: “Victoria Buchanan is really Niki Smith.”

In 1986, “Gung Ho” began airing on ABC

In 1986, “Walt Disney Recognition Day” is celebrated in the U.S.

In 1987, R.C., “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Hourglass” by Squeeze peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Skeletons” by Stevie Wonder peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “The One I Love” by R.E.M. peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Weʹll Be Together” by Sting peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, On The Young and the Restless, Brenda Epperson debuted as Ashley Abbott. Eileen Davidson had just exited the role on Friday, December 2, after her character's onscreen husband, Dr. Steven Lassiter (Rod Arrants) died from his gunshot wounds. Epperson took over the role the following Monday and is seen here mourning Steven as sister, Traci (Beth Maitland), and father, John (Jerrry Douglas) try to console her. During Epperson's initial scenes, dim lighting and a black funeral veil were used to purposely obscure her face as part of the transition. Would you know it's not Davidson?

In 1988, “Lovesexy” album by Prince was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1989, “Runaway Horses” album by Belinda Carlisle was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1989, “Who?” album by Tony! Toni! Tone! was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1990, On Another World, a comatose Jake dreamed of playing poker with the suspects in his shooting.

In 1990, “Suicide Blond” single by INXS was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1990, “Tomʹs Diner” single by D.N.A. Featuring Suzanne Vega was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1990, “World Clique” album by Deee-lite was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1991, On The Young and the Restless, Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) promised to help his ex-wife, Nikki Abbott (Melody Thomas Scott), with her drinking problem.

In 1992, R.C., Ice Cubeʹs album “The Predator” debut at number one on both the album and the R ʹn B charts, making him the first hard-core rap artist to accomplish that feat.

In 1993, Newhart actor William Sanderson (47) weds Sharon Wix (39).

In 1993, “Adventures of Pete and Pete” debut on Nickelodeon.

In 1993, “The Moxy Show” began airing on Cartoon Network

In 1994, On Melrose Place, Amanda was appointed president of the advertising firm, while its former president, Brice, hanged himself in his office.

In 1994, The Beatles “Live At The BBC” debuts atop the British album chart after only four days on sale.

In 1995, James Bond was elected mayor of Encinitas, California, by the City Council.

In 1995, On Days of Our Lives, Lexie Carver (Renee Jones) wanted answers from Parrot Man and Celeste in Aremid. Was Parrot Man a fan of Jimmy Buffett?

In 1995, “Twelve Monkeys” movie opened in movie theaters. It starred Bruce Willis and Brad Pitt.

In 1995, “Voodoo Lounge” video by The Rolling Stones was released

In 1996, Hayden Panettiere debuted as Lizzie Spaulding on Guiding Light. Panettiere was also appearing as Sarah Roberts on One Life to Live during this time.

In 1997, Drummer Matt Walker played his last gig with the Smashing Pumpkins as the band opened for the Rolling Stones at the Orange Bowl in Miami. Walker left the Pumpkins to devote more time to his band, the Cubcakes.

In 1998, On the cover of TV Guide: “one of four wrestling pros: Hollywood Hogan, Goldberg, the Undertaker, and Stone Cold Steve Austin”, also, Portia de Rossi, Houdini! Sid and Marty Krofft.

In 2000, The soundtrack to O Brother, Where Art Thou? was released, which went on to win a Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2002. Among the artists featured: Emmylou Harris, Alison Krauss, Dan Tyminski, The Whites, Gillian Welch, John Hartford, Ralph Stanley, The Cox Family and Norman Blake. The film written, directed and produced by the Coen Brothers starred George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson, and John Goodman.

In 2002, Roone Arledge, a broadcasting icon who created ABCʹs Wide World of Sports and Monday Night Football, died of complications from cancer. He was 71.

In 2003, The movie “The Last Samurai” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2005, Actress Valerie Bertinelli filed for divorce from Van Halen guitarist Eddie Van Halen. They married in 1981.

In 2006, On All My Children, the women of Fusion were distraught when Simone is pronounced dead. Kendall (Alicia Minshew) denounced the thought that Simone committed suicide over Ethan's death. Zach's (Thorsten Kaye) questions over the circumstances of her death whether or not she was killed raised Derek's suspicions.

In 2006, On General Hospital, Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard) rescued Lulu Spencer (Julie Marie Berman) from Lorenzo Alcazar (Ted King). Later, Skye Quatermaine (Robin Christopher) offered to move in with Alcazar if he promised to never hurt or kill Lulu.

In 2008, On One Life to Live, Florencia Lozano returned as Téa.

In 2008, The movies “Cadillac Records” and “Punisher: War Zone” was released in the U.S.A.

In 2010, Football player-turned-sportscaster Don Meredith, 72, died in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

In 2013, NBC-TV aired a live three-hour production of Rodgers and Hammersteinʹs “The Sound of Music” starring Carrie Underwood.

In 2014, The movies “Wild”, “Comet”, and “Life Partners” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2015, A rare pressing of the Beatlesʹ White Album from Ringo Starrʹs record collection sold at auction in New York for $790,000.

In 2018, On Days of Our Lives, Ben and Ciara went on their official first date.

In 2018, The movies “Tyrel” and “The Charmer” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 2020, Russia began vaccinating people at high risk for COVID-19 with its Sputnik V vaccine.

In 2022, Construction began in Australia on the Square Kilometre Array, which is expected to produce the highest-resolution — and fastest — images in all of astronomy. A second phase of the project, which is headquartered at the Jodrell Bank Observatory in Britain, will include construction in South Africa.

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Movie Releases On This Date

In 1976, "Bound for Glory" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1980, "Flash Gordon" was released by Universal Pictures / Starling Productions / Famous Films; Mike Hodges (director); Lorenzo Semple Jr. (screenplay); Sam J. Jones, Melody Anderson, Max von Sydow, Topol, Ornella Muti, Timothy Dalton, Brian Blessed, Peter Wyngarde, Mariangela Melato, Richard O'Brien, John Osborne, Philip Stone, John Hallam, Suzanne Danielle, John Morton, William Hootkins, Robbie Coltrane, Peter Duncan, John Hollis, Leon Greene, Tony Scannell, Bogdan Kominowski, George Harris, Deep Roy, Bob Goody, Kenny Baker, Malcolm Dixon; Space Opera; Live action

In 1984, "Beverly Hills Cop" was released by Paramount Pictures / Simpson/Bruckheimer / Eddie Murphy Productions; Martin Brest (director); Daniel Petrie Jr. (screenplay); Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Lisa Eilbacher, Ronny Cox, Steven Berkoff, James Russo, Stephen Elliott, Paul Reiser, Jonathan Banks, Gilbert R. Hill, Bronson Pinchot, Michael Champion, Damon Wayans, Rick Overton, Mike Pniewski, Douglas Warhit, Tom Everett, Martin Brest; Action, Comedy; Live Action

In 1986, "Heartbreak Ridge" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Malpaso Productions; Clint Eastwood (director); James Carabastos, Joseph Stinson (screenplay); Clint Eastwood, Marsha Mason, Everett McGill, Moses Gunn, Eileen Heckart, Bo Svenson, Boyd Gaines, Mario Van Peebles, Vincent Irizarry, Ramón Franco, Tom Villard, Mike Gomez, Peter Koch, Richard Venture, Peter Jason, John Hostetter, Mark Mattingly, Arlen Dean Snyder, Rodney Hill; War; Live Action

In 1990, "The Grifters" was released by Miramax Films; Stephen Frears (director); Donald E. Westlake (screenplay); John Cusack, Anjelica Huston, Annette Bening, Pat Hingle, Henry Jones, Gailard Sartain, J.T. Walsh, Charles Napier, Noelle Harling, Paul Adelstein, Jeremy Piven, Stephen Tobolowsky, Xander Berkeley, Frances Bay, Sandy Baron; Neo-Noir, Crime, Drama; Live Action

In 1993, "Hollyrock-a-Bye Baby" was released by ABC / Hanna-Barbera Cartoons / Turner Entertainment; William Hanna (director); Rich Fogel, Max Seidenberg (screenplay); Henry Corden, Jean Vander Pyl, Kath Soucie, Frank Welker, B.J. Ward, Jerry Houser, Janet Waldo, John Stephenson, Charlie Adler, Mark Hamill, Brad Garrett, Michael Bell, Howard Morris, Don Messick, Russi Taylor, Raquel Welch, Mary Hart, John Tesh, Charlie Brill, Ruth Buzzi, Gordon Hunt, Allan Lurie, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Megan Mullally, Ronnie Schell, April Winchell; Comedy, Family; Animation

In 1996, "La freccia azzurra" was released by Alpha-Film / Lanterna Magica / Monipoly Productions; Gianni Rodari (director); Enzo D'Alò (screenplay); Dario Fo, Lella Costa, Vittorio Amandola, Pino Ammendola, Vittorio Battarra, Alida Milana, Monica Bertolotti, Rodolfo Bianchi, Fabio Boccanera, Marco Bolognesi, Rino Bolognesi, Giorgio Borghetti, Marco Bresciani, George Castiglia, Daniela Cavallini, Roberto Certomà, Laura Cosenza, Alessio De Filippis, Stefano De Filippis, Oliviero Dinelli, Pino Ferrara, Luigi Ferraro, Michele Kalamera, Christian Iansante, Ilaria Latini, Sergio Luzi, Neri Marcorè, Roberto Pedicini, Elena Perino, Davide Perino, Francesco Pezzulli, Carlo Reali, Nello Riviè, Renzo Stacchi, Roberto Stocchi, Gaetano Varcasia; Adventure, Family; Animation

In 1997, "Good Will Hunting" was released by Miramax Films; Gus Van Sant (director); Ben Affleck, Matt Damon (screenplay); Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams, Minnie Driver, Stellan Skarsgård, Casey Affleck, Cole Hauser, John Mighton, Scott William Winters, Jimmy Flynn, Christopher Britton, Alison Folland, George Plimpton; Drama; Live Action

In 1999, "A Christmas Carol" was released by TNT / RHI Entertainment; David Jones (director); Peter Barnes (screenplay); Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant, Joel Grey, Ian McNeice, Saskia Reeves, Desmond Barrit, Bernard Lloyd, Dominic West, Trevor Peacock, Liz Smith, Elizabeth Spriggs, Kenny Doughty, Laura Fraser, Celia Imrie, John Franklyn-Robbins, Claire Slater, Tim Potter, Jeremy Swift, Barnaby Francis, Rosie Wiggins, Crispin Letts, Helen Coker; Drama, Fantasy; Live Action

In 1999, "Tuesdays with Morrie" was released by ABC / Harpo Productions / Carlton America; Mick Jackson (director); Thomas Rickman (screenplay); Jack Lemmon, Hank Azaria, Wendy Moniz, Caroline Aaron, Bonnie Bartlett, Aaron Lustig, John Carroll Lynch, Terri Hanauer, Kyle Sullivan, Christian Meoli, John Billingsley, Bruce Nozick, Ivo Cutzarida, Dan Thiel; Biography, Drama; Live Action

In 2003, "Honey" was released by Universal Pictures; Bille Woodruff (director); Alonzo Brown, Kim Watson (screenplay); Jessica Alba, Lil' Romeo, Mekhi Phifer, Joy Bryant, David Moscow, Lonette McKee, Zachary Williams, Laurie Ann Gibson, Missy Elliott, Jadakiss, Sheek Louch, Shawn Desman, Ginuwine, Rodney Jerkins, 3rd Storee, Tweet, Blaque; Musical, Drama; ; Live Action

In 2003, "The Last Samurai" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Edward Zwick (director/screenplay); John Logan, Marshall Herskovitz (screenplay); Tom Cruise, Timothy Spall, Billy Connolly, Tony Goldwyn, Ken Watanabe, Hiroyuki Sanada, Koyuki, Shin Koyamada, Masato Harada, Shichinosuke Nakamura, Seizo Fukumoto, Shun Sugata, Scott Wilson; Action, Adventure; ; Live Action

In 2003, "The Station Agent" was released by Miramax Films; Tom McCarthy (director/screenplay); Peter Dinklage, Patricia Clarkson, Bobby Cannavale, Michelle Williams, Raven Goodwin, Paul Benjamin, Jayce Bartok, Joe Lo Truglio, John Slattery, Lynn Cohen, Richard Kind, Josh Pais; Comedy, Drama; ; Live Action

In 2004, "Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again" was relesed by Paramount Pictures; C.B. Harding (director); Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall, Larry the Cable Guy, Ron White; Comedy

In 2004, "The Life and Death of Peter Sellers" was released by HBO Films / BBC Films; Stephen Hopkins (director); Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely (screenplay); Geoffrey Rush, Charlize Theron, John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci, Emily Watson, Miriam Margoyles, Peter Vaughan, Sonia Aquino, Stephen Fry, Henry Goodman, Alison Steadman, Emilia Fox, Nigel Havers, Heidi Klum, Lucy Punch, Joseph Long, Edward Tudor-Pole, Steve Pemberton, Mackenzie Crook, Richard Ayoade, Lance Ellington, Sam Dastor, Tom Wu, Mona Hammond; Biography, Comedy, Drama;

In 2007, "Juno" was released by Fox Searchlight Pictures; Jason Reitman (director); Diablo Cody (screenplay); Elliot Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Allison Janney, J. K. Simmons, Olivia Thirlby, Rainn Wilson, Valerie Tian, Emily Perkins; Coming-of-Age, Comedy, Drama

In 2008, "Cadillac Records" was released by TriStar Pictures / Sony Music Entertainment / Parkwood Entertainment; Darnell Martin (director/screenplay); Adrien Brody, Jeffrey Wright, Beyoncé Knowles, Cedric the Entertainer, Gabrielle Union, Columbus Short, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Eamonn Walker, Mos Def, Shiloh Fernandez, Jay O. Sanders, Eric Bogosian, Kevin Mambo, Marc Bonan, Tammy Blanchard, Q-Tip, Norman Reedus, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Vincent D'Onofrio, Elvis Presley; Biography, Drama; W

In 2008, "Extreme Movie" was released by Dimension Films; Adam Jay Epstein, Andrew Jacobson (directors/screenplay); Will Forte, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, John Solomon, Jorma Taccone, Erica Rivinoja (screenplay); Michael Cera, Ryan Pinkston, Jamie Kennedy, Frankie Muniz, Matthew Lillard, Rob Pinkston, Ben Feldman, Kevin Hart, Vanessa Lee Chester, Jermaine Williams, Danneel Harris, Heather Hogan, Rheagan Wallace, Andy Milonakis, John P. Farley, Cherilyn Wilson, Rich Ceraulo, Robert John Burke, Chris Cooper, Hank Harris, Denise Boutte, Jeremy Suarez, Kyle Howard, Shorty Rossi, Jake Sandvig, Nicholas D'Agosto, Marcus T. Paulk, Steven Christopher Parker, Joanna García, Beverley Mitchell, Vanessa Lengies, Anthony Molinari, Ashley Schneider, Jim Ford, Ed Trotta, Kyle Gass, Jeffrey Corazzini, Stanton Barrett, Henry Kingi, Dan Finnerty, Bobbi Sue Luther; Satire, Comedy; W

In 2008, "Frost/Nixon" was released by Universal Pictures / Imagine Entertainment / Working Title Films / StudioCanal /; Ron Howard (director); Peter Morgan (screenplay); Frank Langella, Michael Sheen, Kevin Bacon, Oliver Platt, Sam Rockwell, Matthew Macfadyen, Toby Jones, Rebecca Hall, Patty McCormack, Andy Milder, Keith MacKechnie, Clint Howard, Rance Howard, Jim Meskimen, Kaine Bennett Charleston, Gabriel Jarret, Kate Jennings Grant, Geoffrey Blake, Gavin Grazer, Tricia Nixon Cox, Michael York, Hugh Hefner, Gene Boyer, Raymond Price, Ken Khachigian, Sue Mengers, Jay White; Historical, Drama; L

In 2008, "Nobel Son" was released by Freestyle Releasing; Randall Miller (director/screenplay); Jody Savin (screenplay); Alan Rickman, Bryan Greenberg, Shawn Hatosy, Mary Steenburgen, Bill Pullman, Eliza Dushku, Danny DeVito, Ted Danson, Tracey Walter, Ernie Hudson; Black Comedy; L

In 2008, "Punisher: War Zone" was released by Lionsgate / Marvel Knights; Lexi Alexander (director); Art Marcum, Matt Holloway, Nick Santora (screenplay); Ray Stevenson, Dominic West, Julie Benz, Wayne Knight, Dash Mihok, Colin Salmon, Doug Hutchison, Romano Orzari, Stephanie Janusauskas, Larry Day, Ron Lea, T. J. Storm, Bjanka Murgel, Mark Camacho, Keram Malicki-Sánchez, Carlos Gonzalez-Vio, David Vadim, Aubert Pallascio; Action, Thriller; W

In 2009, "Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas/Olivia's Winter Wonderland" was released by Kidtoon Films; Scott Heming, Cathy Malkasian, Jeff McGrath (Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas) (directors); Frank Welker, Emily Gray; L

In 2014, "Comet" was released by IFC Films; Sam Esmail (director/screenplay); Emmy Rossum, Justin Long

In 2014, "Wild" was released by 20th Century Fox; Jean-Marc Vallée (director); Nick Hornby (screenplay); Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern

The Holiday Almanacs December 5, 2024

What's Today?

Today is Thu Dec the 5 in the year 2024 , a leap year
Jan 1 began on a Mon
This is day 340 of the year
Serialnumber = 45619
Julian date = 2460638 O.S.= 11 - 22 - 2024

Calendar

Holidays

[USA] Lefotver Week Ends
[USA] Travelers With Disabilities Awareness Week (Day 5)
[USA] Blue Jeans Thursday
[Beirut Lebanon] Arbor Day
[Haiti] Discovery Day (1492)
[Netherlands] St Nicholas' Eve
[Thailand] Birthday of His Majesty the King (1927)
[USA] Holidays Are Pickle Days (thru 12-31)
[USA] Let's Get Organized Day
[USSR] Constitution Day (1936)
[World] Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development
[USA] Autism Week (Day 5)
[USA] Home Care Week (Day 5)

Reminders

Astrological sign: Sagittarius: The Archer (thru 11-22 thru 12-21); Ruling Planet: Jupiter. Element: Fire. Traits: Bountiful, frank, versatile, philosophical. Body part associated with this sign: The thighs. Occupations: Travel, politics, meteorology, philosophy, religion.
Astrological sign: Capricorn: The Goat (12-22 thru 1-20) Ruling Planet: Saturn; Element: Earth; Traits: Ambitious, disciplined, persevering, pessimistic; Body part associated with this sign: The knees. Occupations: Positions of trust, banking, mountain climbing, coaching, engineering.
Flowers: narcissus, poinsettia and holly
Gems: turquoise and zircon
Full Moon: the Cold Moon and the Oak Moon, the Long Night's Moon
Art and Architecture Books Month
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Hi Neighbor Month
Bingo's Birthday Month
Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Month
International Calendar Awareness Month
Made In America Month
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Project Red Ribbon (Nov 1-Jan 1)
Read A New Book Month
Safe Toys and Gifts Month
Stress-Free Family Holidays Month
Universal Human Rights Month
[Ancient Rome] Nonae December
[Sweden] Sven name day
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