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In 1962, Gene Chandler (“Duke of Earl”) made his TV debut on “American Bandstand”.
In 1962, Bob Feller and Jackie Robinson are elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Robinson, who had the distinction of becoming the first black to play in the Major League, is also the first to enter the Hall of Fame.
In 1964, The worldʹs largest cheese (15,723 kg) is manufactured in Wisconsin. Shocking news for those who believe the worldʹs largest cheese is currently hosting “The Tonight Show” on NBC.
In 1964, Walt Disneyʹs movie “The Misadventures Of Merlin Jones” opened in movie theaters.
In 1966, R.C., “Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Lies” by The Knickerbockers peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart; it sounded like an early Beatle hit.
In 1966, R.C., “The Duck” by Jackie Lee peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Rowan and Martinʹs Laugh-In,” a fast-paced collection of sketches, one-liners and blackouts, hosted by Dan Rowan and Dick Martin premiered on NBC-TV. It elevated the careers of giggly Goldie Hawn, comedian Arte Johnson, Lily Tomlin, Gary Owens, Henry Gibson, Judy Carne, JoAnne Worley, Ruth Buzzi, Alan Sues, among others. It also launched phrases like “you bet you bippy”, “sock it to me”, “Verrrry interesting”, and “here comes the judge” to pop culture. “And datʹs da truth…PLLLLLLLLLLL.” The TV show debuted from 'beautiful downtown Burbank' this night, following a successful pilot special in 1967. The weekly show, produced by George Schlatter, used 260 pages of jokes in each hour-long episode. The first 14 shows earned “Laugh-In” four Emmys; and you bet your bippy, it came with a number one Nielsen rating too and the show became the highest rated comedy series in TV history, making beautiful downtown Burbank a household name. “Look that up in your Funk and Wagnallʹs.”
In 1968, The NBA awarded expansion franchises to Milwaukee and Phoenix.
In 1969, Roy Campanella and Stan Musial were elected to baseball Hall of Fame.
In 1964, "The Comedy of Terrors" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1964, "Zulu" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, “A Must To Avoid” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Are You There (With Another Girl)” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Get Back” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Goodnight My Love” by Ben E. King peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Just Like Me” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lies” by Knickerbockers peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Look Through Any Window” by The Hollies peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Love (Makes Me Do Foolish Things)” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sandy” by Ronny and The Daytonas peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Where The Sun Has Never Shone” by Jonathan King peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Didn't Have To Be So Nice” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Don't Know Like I Know” by Sam and Dave peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Broomstick Cowboy” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore” by The Young Rascals peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)” by The T-Bones peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Satin Pillows” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Ebb Tide” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Stand Accused” by The Merseybeats peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Jealous Heart” by Connie Francis peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Keep On Running” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Let's Hang On” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Midnight To Six Man” by The Pretty Things peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “My Ship Is Coming In” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Take Me For What I'm Worth” by The Searchers peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Take Me To Your Heart Again” by Vince Hill peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Very Thought Of You” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “We Can Work It Out / Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Yesterday Man” by Chris Andrews peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You're The One” by Petula Clark peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Marmor, Stein und Eisen bricht” by Drafi Deutscher and His Magics peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wasted Words” by The Motions peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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