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The 90's Datebook for January 6

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In 1990, 8:00 p.m./ET“ 227” (NBC); Lester (Hal Williams) dozes off into dreamland during a sermon and finds itʹs not such a wonderful afterlife, as he and Mary (Marla Gibbs) visit heaven, hell and “227,” where they see what life would be like without them. Burnie: Richard Moll. Grace: Della Reese. Reverend Pinckney: Nick La Tour. Philadelphia Dawson: John Dewey Carter. Jack: Steve Susskind.

In 1990, R.C., “Rhythm Nation” by Janet Jackson peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1992, Itʹs late at night (well, two A.M. actually) in ABC NEWS' New York studios, and someone has apparently locked the grownups out of the building. “ABCʹs World News Now” makes its debut with anchors Aaron Brown and Lisa McRee, in the wacky informal tradition and accompanying cult status of NBCʹs “Overnight” with Linda Ellerbee. Since that day, aside from casually delivering two full hours worth of the dayʹs news, “World News Now” has made the overnight hours safe for Sumo wrestling, Ovaltine, polka music, Canadians, and Gold Bond medicated powder.

In 1992, On The Young and the Restless, Jack (Peter Bergman) demanded Nikki tell him what it would take for her to give up booze. Jack stormed out in frustration saying, "Victor! Victor! I've had it up to here with Victor!"

In 1992, “Best Of Van Morrison” album by Van Morrison was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1992, “Black Or White” single by Michael Jackson was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1992, “George Thorogood and The Destroyers” album by George Thorogood and The Destroyers was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1992, “Reba In Concert” video by Reba McEntire was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1992, “Whenever We Wanted” album by John Mellencamp was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1993, Allison Sweeney debut on Days of Our Lives as Sami.

In 1993, On Melrose Place, Laura Leighton first appearred as Sydney, Janeʹs sister.

In 1993, “Erotica” album by Madonna was certified Gold, Platinum, and Multi Platinum 2.00 by the RIAA

In 1993, “Keep The Faith” album by Bon Jovi was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1994, “Vs.” album by Pearl Jam was certified Gold, Platinum, and Multi Platinum 5.00 by the RIAA

In 1995, On All My Children, as it aired its 25th anniversary special which featured a party at the Martinsʹ newly renovated home (their house had been trashed in the tornado), replete with flashbacks and special guests including Linc, Kelly, Joey, Daisy, Chuck, Donna, Angie, Mary, Ellen, Marian, Enid, etc.

In 1995, “The Kids In The Hall” TV Comedy Variety last aired on CBS.

In 1996, On the cover of TV Guide: “Seinfeld, Cybill, Ross, Oprah”. Other Articles: Best and Worst of '95

In 1996, R.C., “Free As A Bird” by The Beatles peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1996, The TV tabloid series “Weekly World News” debut on USA for a short run.

In 1996, “Campus Cops” began airing on USA Network

In 1997, NBC-TVʹs next to last daytime soap opera, “Sunset Beach”, produced by Aaron Spelling, debut. Itʹs final daytime soap would be “Passions” in July 1999.

In 1997, Today in Late Show w/ Letterman History: On a “Kids Tell Jokes” segment three-year-old Charlotte Musard from Stafford, Connecticut, wins the heart of Letterman and the audience when she sweetly reads the joke, “Knock knock, whoʹs there? Olive. Olive who? I love you, David Letterman!”

In 1997, “Space Jam” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold, Platinum, and Multi Platinum 2.00 by the RIAA

In 1998, DECAPITATED: Copenhagenʹs Little Mermaid statue, by vandals. It was the second time in 33 years that the beloved symbolʹs head has been sawed off. The bronze statue of a mermaid gazing wistfully out to sea has also had an arm sawed off and her neck slashed.

In 1998, on Bold and the Beautiful, Brooke and Ridge tied the knot for the second time.

In 1998, Trisha Yearwood and LeAnn Rimes were each nominated for Best Country Vocal Performance by a Female for their versions of "How Do I Live." This was the first time in Grammy history that two renditions of the same song competed against each other. Rimes took the Diane Warren penned song to #2 on the US charts and #7 where it spent 34 weeks on the chart. The song was originally intended for release as a single for the 1997 action blockbuster Con Air soundtrack.

In 1999, Bob Newhart has a star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame. More than 200 fans gathered on the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk to witness unveiling of Newhartʹs star, the 2,127th to be dedicated in the famous walkway. Newhart, 69, launched his career in 1959 with his famous comedy routine utilizing a one-man, two-way telephone conversation, delivered with his trademark deadpan grin. He became a household name with sitcoms The Bob Newhart Show and Newhart.

In 1999, On As the World Turns, Carly gave birth to Parker (which was still New Year's Eve in Oakdale).

In 1995, "Houseguest" was released by Hollywood Pictures / Caravan Pictures; Randall Miller (director); Michael J. Di Gaetano, Lawrence Gay (screenplay); Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Kim Greist, Kim Murphy, Chauncey Leopardi, Talia Seider, Paul Ben-Victor, Tony Longo, Jeffrey Jones, Stan Shaw, Ron Glass, Kevin Jordan, Mason Adams, Patricia Fraser, Don Brockett, Kevin West, Ron Newell, Susan Chapek, Kirk Baily, Valerie Long, Wynonna Smith; Comedy; Live Action

In 1995, "Safe Passage" was released by New Line Cinema; Robert Allan Ackerman (director); Deena Goldstone (screenplay); Susan Sarandon, Nick Stahl, Sam Shepard, Marcia Gay Harden, Robert Sean Leonard, Sean Astin, Matt Keeslar, Jesse Lee, Jordan Clarke, Jeffrey DeMunn, Philip Bosco, Jason London, Rutanya Alda, Joe Lisi, Bill Boggs, Benjamin Preston, Marvin Scott, Christopher Wynkoop; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “(If You're Not In It For Love) I'm Outta Here!” by Shania Twain peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Bullet With Butterfly Wings” by Smashing Pumpkins peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Free As A Bird” by The Beatles peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “I Remember” by Boyz II Men peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Just Tah Let U Know” by Eazy-E peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Love U 4 Life” by Jodeci peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Soon As I Get Home” by Faith Evans peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Too Hot” by Coolio peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Alt-U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, ✪ “The Chanukah Song” by Adam Sandler peaked at number 10 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1990, “Another Day In Paradise” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Don't Know Much” by Linda Ronstadt Featuring Aaron Neville peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Living In Sin” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Pump Up The Jam” by Technotronic Featuring Felly peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Rhythm Nation” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, ✪ “Lump” by The Presidents Of The United States Of America peaked at number 21 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Blessed” by Elton John peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Lock And Load” by Bob Seger peaked at number 29 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Move To Move” by Kon Kan peaked at number 82 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1990, “With Every Beat Of My Heart” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 4 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Back With The Killer” by Auteurs peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Deep Heat '89” by Latino Rave peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Imitation Of Life” by Billie Ray Martin peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Just Tah Let U Know” by Eazy-E peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Life” by Blair peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Not So Manic Now” by Dubstar peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Oh Father” by Madonna peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Pacific” by 808 State peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Sex On The Streets” by Pizzaman peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Stuck With Me” by Green Day peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Tell It To My Heart” by Q-Club peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “The Fall” by Ministry peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1990, “Love Shack” by The B-52's peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Never Too Late” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Still Cruisin'” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1990, “This One's For The Children” by New Kids On The Block peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1990, ✪ “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid II peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “1 miljoen vlinders” by Clouseau peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “All Right” by Double Vision peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Another Day In Paradise” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Free As A Bird” by The Beatles peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Gold” by The Symbol (Prince) peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Grand Piano” by The Mixmaster peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Here We Are” by Gloria Estefan peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Hé, kom aan” by Dimitri van Toren And Flairck peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Just As Long As I Got You” by 101 [BE] peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Last Christmas” by Whigfield peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Listen To Your Heart” by Roxette peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Love Shack” by The B-52's peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Mijn held zijn” by Van Dik Hout peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey Featuring Boyz II Men peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Rome we komen” by De Havenzangers peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Sit And Wait” by Sydney Youngblood peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Talk It Over” by Grayson Hugh peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “This Christmas” by Charly Lownoise And Mental Theo peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Walking In Memphis” by Cher peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Woman In Chains” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Hold On” by Jamie Walters peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Pojken på månen” by Rikard Wolff peaked at number 33 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1990, “All Around The World” by Lisa Stansfield peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Free As A Bird” by The Beatles peaked at number 32 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Higher Ground” by Jennifer Rush peaked at number 27 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Rolling Home” by Rednex peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Steamy Windows” by Tina Turner peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Street Tuff” by Double Trouble Featuring Rebel MC peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1990, “The Road To Hell (Part 2)” by Chris Rea peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, ✪ “Song Of Scatland” by Scatman John peaked at number 39 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Back In The U.K.” by Scooter peaked at number 48 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Casser la voix” by Patrick Bruel peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Chance” by Début de Soirée peaked at number 30 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Earth Song” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Le père Noël des Musclés” by Les Musclés peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Les enfants sans Noël” by L'abbé Pierre peaked at number 21 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “My Friends” by Red Hot Chili Peppers peaked at number 40 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “On ira tous au paradis (Live)” by Les Enfoirés peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Wonderwall” by Oasis peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1990, “I skyggen av en drøm” by Jahn Teigen peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Exhale (Shoop Shoop)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Free As A Bird” by The Beatles peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Hymn” by Music Instructor peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Listen To Your Heart” by Roxette peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1990, “Yes We Can” by Artists United For Nature peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Finland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Back In The U.K.” by Scooter peaked at number 17 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Merkinball (EP)” by Pearl Jam peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Odota” by Aikakone peaked at number 2 on the Finland pop singles chart.

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