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In 1970, On Another World, Ada (Constance Ford) warned Rachel (Robin Strasser) she had better hang onto to Russ, but Rachel wanted Steve.
In 1971, “The Return of Ultraman” began airing on TBS in Japan (1971–72)
In 1972, COVER OF LIFE Movie Legend CHARLIE CHAPLIN is pictured, as he returns to the U.S. for the first time in 20 years to be honored at the OSCAR Awards.
In 1972, Two U.S. Apollo 16 astronauts spend seven hours exploring highlands of the Moon.
In 1972, “Heart Of Gold” single by Neil Young was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: TONY ORLANDO and DAWN (“TIE A YELLOW RIBBON 'ROUND THE OLD OAK TREE”)
In 1973, Jim Croceʹs “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” was released
In 1973, R.C., “Stir It Up” by Johnny Nash peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Tony Orland and Dawn peaked at number one on the U.S. and United Kingdom pop singles charts simultaneously.
In 1973, The number one selling album: “BILLION DOLLAR BABIES” from ALICE COOPER includes “NO MORE MR. NICE GUY”
In 1973, “Frankenstein” by Edgar Winter entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1973, “Hocus Pocus” by Focus entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1975, The number one Billboard Pop Hit was “(Hey Wonʹt You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” by B.J. Thomas; the song had the longest title of any number one single.
In 1975, “Blankety Blanks”, TV Game Show, debut on ABC. It lasted two months. Also, NBC expanded its soaper “Days of Our Lives” to a full hour.
In 1976, A Cadillac convertible, the last American-made “rag top” automobile, rolled off the assembly line at GMʹs Cadillac production facility in Detroit, Michigan, on this day, ending a tradition that began in 1916. Several years later, Chrysler Corporation, under chairman Lee Iococca, began production once again of the popular soft top cars. Then Ford brought back the convertible Mustang and GM got back in the picture with the convertible Pontiac Sunbird and with a new, smaller Cadillac version. It seems that the convertible…the rag top…the soft top…is just too popular to disappear from the American auto scene!
In 1977, The musical play “Annie,” based on the “Little Orphan Annie” comic strip, opened on Broadway, beginning a run of 2,377 performances. Unlike the comic strip, Andrea McArdle, who was a shining star in the title role, really had eyeballs. “Annie” continued on the Great White Way until January 2, 1983 when at long last, she finally found her eyeballs! (just kidding)
In 1978, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host JAY FERGUSON (“THUNDER ISLAND”) plus LEBLANC and CARR, HOYT AXTON, BOB WELCH (“EBONY EYES”), YVONNE ELLIMAN (“IF I CANʹT HAVE YOU”)
In 1978, The TV game shows “Knockout” and “To Say The Least” last aired on NBC. They got knocked off the schedule to say the least.
In 1978, While David Banner tackles both a Vegas mob boss and the reporter stalking him, “The Incredible Hulk” battles a tractor.
In 1979, R.C., “I Need Your Help Barry Manilow” by Ray Stevens peaked at #49 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Knock On Wood” by Amii Stewart peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Livin' It Up (Friday Night)” by Bell and James peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, "Melody" was released by British Lion Films / Hemdale Group / Sagittarius Productions / Goodtimes Enterprises; Waris Hussein (director); Alan Parker (screenplay); Mark Lester, Tracy Hyde, Jack Wild, Ashley Knight, William Vanderpuye, Sheila Steafel, Keith Barron, Kate Williams, Roy Kinnear, James Cossins, Ken Jones, June Jago, Tim Wylton, John Gorman, Robin Hunter, Tracy Reed, Neil Hallett, Colin Barrie, Billy Franks, Craig Marriott, Peter Walton, Camille Davies, Dawn Hope, Kay Skinner, Lesley Roach, Hilda Barry, June C. Ellis, Petal Young, Leonard Brockwell, Stephen Mallett; Romance, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1978, "Five Days from Home" was released by Universal Pictures / Long Rifle Productions; George Peppard (director); William Moore (screenplay); George Peppard, Sherry Boucher, Neville Brand, Robert Donner, Ronnie Claire Edwards, Savannah Smith Boucher, Victor Campos, Jessie Lee Fulton, William Larsen, Robert Magruder; Drama; Live Action
In 1978, "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" was released by Universal Pictures; Robert Zemeckis (director/screenplay); Bob Gale (screenplay); Nancy Allen, Bobby Di Cicco, Marc McClure, Theresa Saldana, Wendie Jo Sperber, Eddie Deezen, Christian Juttner, Will Jordan, Read Morgan, James Houghton, Dick Miller, Kristine DeBell, Murray the K, Leslie Hoffman, Susan Kendall Newman, Richard Singer, Claude Earl Jones, James Hewitson; Historical, Comedy; Live Action
In 1978, "Jennifer" was released by American International Pictures; Brice Mack (director); Kay Cousins Johnson (screenplay); Lisa Pelikan, Bert Convy, Nina Foch, John Gavin, Jeff Corey, Wesley Eure, Amy Johnston, Florida Friebus, Lillian Randolph, Daniel Magder, Louise Hoven, Ray Underwood, Georganne La Piere, Domingo Ambriz; Horror; Live Action
In 1978, "Silver Bears" was released by Columbia Pictures / EMI Films; Ivan Passer (director); Paul Erdman, Peter Stone (screenplay); Michael Caine, Cybill Shepherd, Louis Jourdan, Stéphane Audran, David Warner, Tom Smothers, Martin Balsam, Joss Ackland, Charles Gray, Jay Leno, Jeremy Clyde; Comedy, Thriller; Live Action
In 1973, “A Fool Like You” by Tim Moore peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Linda Clifford peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “California Dreamin'” by America peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Can You Read My Mind” by Maureen McGovern peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Cindy Incidentally” by Faces peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Delta Queen” by Don Fardon peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Feelin' Satisfied” by Boston peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Friend And A Lover” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Give Me An Inch” by Ian Matthews peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Heart To Heart” by Errol Sober peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “If I Could Only Be Sure” by Nolan Porter peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Knock On Wood” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Let Your Yeah Be Yeah” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Livin' It Up (Friday Night)” by Bell And James peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Love Is Gonna Come At Last” by Badfinger peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Oh, Honey” by Delegation peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Sing” by The Carpenters peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Step By Step” by Joe Simon peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Stir It Up” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Superman” by Herbie Mann peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Says It All” by Randy Brown peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪ “Rubber Biscuit” by The Blues Brothers peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Ain't No Woman (Like The One I've Got)” by The Four Tops peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Crazy Love” by Poco peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Dream Me Home” by Mac Davis peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Gudbuy T'Jane” by Slade peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Just Fall In Love Again” by Anne Murray peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Love Struck” by Stonebolt peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Midnight Lady” by Pepper Tree peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Oh, My Lady” by The Stampeders peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Stay The Night” by Faragher Brothers peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sultans Of Swing” by Dire Straits peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Superman” by Donna Fargo peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Last Time I Felt Like This” by Johnny Mathis And Jane Olivor peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Moment That It Takes” by Trooper peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Wheels Of Life” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “While We're Still Young” by Paul Anka peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Whispering Rain” by Murray McLachlan peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Adventures Of A Love Crusader” by Sarah Brightman And Hot Gossip peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Amanda” by Stuart Gillies peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Dance Lady Dance” by The Crown Heights Affair peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Forever In Blue Jeans” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “God Gave Rock And Roll To You” by Argent peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hallelujah” by Milk And Honey peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Hello! Hello! I'm Back Again” by Gary Glitter peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Here Comes The Night” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I (Who Have Nothing)” by Sylvester peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Don't Wanna Lose You” by Kandidate peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Just Fall In Love Again” by Anne Murray peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Let's Dance / Memphis” by Chris Montez And Lonnie Mack peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Offshore Banking Business” by The Members peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Remember When” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)” by The Jacksons peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Silly Thing” by Sex Pistols peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Some Girls” by Racey peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Swingin'” by Light Of The World peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Tweedle Dee” by Little Jimmy Osmond peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Whatever Happened To You” by Highly Likely peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪ “Lucky Stars / The Deli Song (Corned Beef On Wry)” by Dean Friedman peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Ain't Love A Bitch / Scarred And Scared” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Are You Receiving Me / Instant Tunes” by XTC peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Baby It's You / Coffee Shop” by Promises peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Everything Is Out Of Season” by Johnny Farnham peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Four Strong Winds / Human Highway” by Neil Young peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hallelujah 2000 (Vocal) / Hallelujah 2000 (Instrumental)” by Hallelujah 2000 peaked at number 72 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I'll Put You Together Again / All Rocked Out” by Maggie Moone / Saker peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Oliver's Army / My Funny Valentine” by Elvis Costello And The Attractions peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sheila / Fun, Fun, Fun” by Leif Garrett peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Song For Guy / Lovesick” by Elton John peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Last Farewell / You'll Never Walk Alone / Land Of Hope And Glory” by Ship's Company And Royal Marine Band Of H.M.S. Ark Royal peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Unchained Melody \ Softly, As I Leave You” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Batteringram” by Mouth And MacNeal Philips peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Blackboard Jungle Lady” by Sandy Coast peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Daddy's Home” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Get Down” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Greenpeace” by Teach-In peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hooray! Hooray! It's A Holi-Holiday” by Boney M. peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Lucky Number” by Lene Lovich peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Opzij” by Herman van Veen peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Room With A View” by Deco peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Show” by Dizzy Man's Band peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You Should Have Seen Me (Rock 'N' Rollin')” by Long Tall Ernie And The Shakers peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “(Boogie Woogie) Dancin' Shoes” by Claudja Barry peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Johnny The Rocker” by Magnus Uggla Band peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Satellit” by Ted Gärdestad peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Power To All Our Friends” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Cum On Feel The Noize” by Slade peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1979, “One Way Ticket” by Eruption peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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