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In 1961, Former big band singer (with Kay Kyser) Mike Douglas began a variety TV show from Cleveland this day. The show became most successful when KYW-TV moved from Cleveland to Philadelphia. Then, when the Douglas show left Philly for Hollywood, it folded. All things considered, it was a successful syndication effort, nationally, for Westinghouse Productions.
In 1963, R.C., “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by the Beatles peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.
In 1963, The east African nation of Kenya declared independence from Britain; it became a republic exactly a year later.
In 1964, Gilliganʹs Island episode #11. “Angel on the Island”. Guest: Mel Blanc as the voice of the parrot. Mr. Howell decides to put on a play, staring Ginger, after she begins to suffer from home-sickness. Trouble begins, however, when Mrs. Howell decides she wants to play the starring role.
In 1964, R.C., “Iʹm Into Something Good” by Hermanʹs Hermits peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, R.C., “Sheʹs Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, Shooting starts for Star Trek pilot, “The Cage” (Menagerie). Geeks around the planet may not know whatʹs happening at the time, but a young Miss Cleo does, and it be sometʹing truly amazin', specially the one with the funny little chin.
In 1964, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: FREDDIE CANNON (“ACTION”) and NEIL SEDAKA
In 1965, The Beatles played their last concert in Britain at the Capitol Theatre in Cardiff, Wales. The next year they played their last concerts in America wrapping up at the end of August at San Franciscoʹs Candlestick Park.
In 1965, ED SULLIVAN SHOW Musical Guest: TOM JONES
In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #82. “All About Eva”. A woman lands on the island and the crew finds her and gives her a make up jobto look just lioke ginger but she thinks she wants to be ginger! then one night eva bound and gags ginger and leaves off the island to continue gingers movie career
In 1966, Merle Haggard released the single "The Fugitive" (later titled "I'm a Lonesome Fugitive" on the album), which became Haggard's first #1 hit on the country chart. Although not written by Haggard, the song became one of the most closely associated with the early part of his career, as it drew upon his then still-relatively recent prison term for burglary.
In 1967, On The Doctors, Dr. Matt Powers (James Pritchett) interrupted the latest heated argument between Dr. Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon) and Dr. John Rice (Terry Kiser).
In 1969, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Vote for Brady”, Both Greg and Marcia are running for student body president; the election campaign carries over into the Brady house with the other kids taking sides. Mike, Carol and Alice finally pitch in to prevent open warfare.
In 1969, John Lennonʹs “Live Peace In Toronto” album was released.
In 1969, The movie “The Magic Christian” with Ringo Starr as Youngman Grand had itʹs world premiere in London one day after an American promoter offered The Beatles nearly nine million dollars to perform a 12 city U.S. concert tour. The Beatles rejected the offer.
In 1960, "The River of Love" opened in theaters in Egypt
In 1960, "The Yellow Gloves" opened in theaters in Greece
In 1963, "The Sword in the Stone (U.K. release)" was released by Walt Disney Productions / Buena Vista Distribution; Wolfgang Reitherman (director); Bill Peet (screenplay); Rickie Sorensen, Karl Swenson, Junius Matthews, Sebastian Cabot, Norman Alden, Martha Wentworth, Alan Napier, Thurl Ravenscroft, James MacDonald, Ginny Tyler, Barbara Jo Allen, Tudor Owen, Richard Reitherman, Robert Reitherman; Animation; Musical; Fantasy; Comedy
In 1966, "Thunderbirds Are GO" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1967, "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1968, "The Killing of Sister George" was released by Cinemation Industries; Robert Aldrich (director); Beryl Reid, Susannah York, Coral Browne
In 1964, “Fiddler On The Roof” by Village Stompers peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Gone, Gone, Gone” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I'm Gonna Be Strong” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I'm Into Something Good” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “If You Want This Love” by Sonny Knight peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “It'll Never Be Over For Me” by Jeanette (Baby) Washington peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Listen Lonely Girl” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Mr. Lonely” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “She's Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Since I Don't Have You” by Chuck Jackson peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Talk To Me Baby” by Barry Mann peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Unless You Care” by Terry Black peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “A Nickel Piece Of Candy” by The Winmen peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “California Bound” by Ronny and The Daytonas peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Las Vegas Scene” by Wes Dakus peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Shaggy Dog” by Mickey Lee Lane peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “She Understands Me” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Feel Fine” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “There's A Heartache Following Me” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “(There's) Always Something There To Remind Me” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Baby Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1964, “If I Fell” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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