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In 1991, Fox debuts “Best of the Worst,” featuring stories highlighting all things dumb, hosted by Greg Kinnear, just before he returns to the renamed E! network (formerly Movietime) to host “Talk Soup.”

In 1991, George Strait's "You Know Me Better Than That" was at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart, the second single from his 1991 album Chill of an Early Fall.

In 1991, On the cover of TV Guide: “Kevin Costner, Macaulay Culkin”. Other Articles: Reba McEntire, Dinosaurs

In 1993, on General Hospital, John Ingle made his debut as Edward Quartermaine.

In 1994, Angelo J. Leno dies. “Tonight Show” host Jay Leno uses his monologue as a tribute to his father.

In 1994, David Caruso quit the popular ABC cop drama NYPD Blue and was replaced by L.A. Law veteran Jimmy Smits. What was it David said about becoming a famous movie actor again?

In 1995, Microsoft bought the rights to the Rolling Stonesʹ song, “Start Me Up”, to promote Windows95 software.

In 1996, “Kenan and Kel” debut on Nickelodeon

In 1997, “The Worldʹs Funniest!” began airing on Fox

In 1998, Fight referee “Judge Mills Lane” prepares to “get it on!” against “Judge Judy” in the courts of TV syndication.

In 1998, On General Hospital: Laura took the stand in Stefanʹs trial and was asked if she ever slept with the defendant. Laura lied and said no, but Luke knew better.

In 1998, “Life, Camera, Action” premiered on Fox Family Channel.

In 1999, “Chicken Soup for the Soul” began airing on Pax TV

In 1990, "The Exorcist III" was released by 20th Century Fox / Morgan Creek Productions; William Peter Blatty (director/screenplay); George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Jason Miller, Scott Wilson, Brad Dourif, Grand L. Bush, Nicol Williamson, Nancy Fish, Tracy Thorne, Demetrios Pappageorge, Barbara Baxley, Harry Carey Jr., George DiCenzo, Tyra Ferrell, Lois Foraker, Don Gordon, Mary Jackson, Zohra Lampert, Ken Lerner, Viveca Lindfors, Lee Richardson, Patrick Ewing, C. Everett Koop, Larry King, Colleen Dewhurst, Samuel L. Jackson; Horror; Live Action

In 1990, "My Blue Heaven" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Herbert Ross (director); Nora Ephron (screenplay); Steve Martin, Rick Moranis, Joan Cusack, Carol Kane, William Irwin, Melanie Mayron, William Hickey, Deborah Rush, Daniel Stern, Jesse Bradford, Corey Carrier, Seth Jaffe, Robert Miranda, Ed Lauter, Julie Bovasso, Colleen Camp, Gordon Currie, Raymond O'Connor, Troy Evans, Carol Ann Susi; Comedy; Live Action

In 1990, "Taking Care of Business" was released by Hollywood Pictures; Arthur Hiller (director); Jill Mazursky, J. J. Abrams (screenplay); James Belushi, Charles Grodin, Anne De Salvo, Loryn Locklin, Stephen Elliott, Héctor Elizondo, Veronica Hamel, Mako, Gates McFadden, John de Lancie, Burke Byrnes; Comedy; Live Action

In 1990, "Wild at Heart" was released by The Samuel Goldwyn Company; David Lynch (director/screenplay); Nicolas Cage, Laura Dern, Willem Dafoe, Crispin Glover, Diane Ladd, Isabella Rossellini, Harry Dean Stanton, Calvin Lockhart, J. E. Freeman, W. Morgan Sheppard, Grace Zabriskie, Marvin Kaplan, David Patrick Kelly, Freddie Jones, John Lurie, Jack Nance, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Sherilyn Fenn, Frances Bay, Frank Collison, Sheryl Lee, Peter Bromilow, Sally Boyle, Gregg Dandridge, Koko Taylor; Crime, Thriller; Live Action

In 1996, "Gotti" was released by HBO Pictures; Robert Harmon (director); Steve Shagan (screenplay); Armand Assante, William Forsythe, Anthony Quinn, Vincent Pastore, Frank Vincent, Richard C. Sarafian, Dominic Chianese, Raymond Serra, Tony Sirico, Al Waxman, Scott Cohen, Robert Miranda, Marc Lawrence, Alberta Watson, Tony De Santis, Gil Filar, Gerry Mendicino, Yank Azman, Frank Crudele, Frank Pellegrino, Nigel Bennett, George Davis, Don Dickinson, Marvin Goldhar, Colin Mochrie, Tedde Moore, Karl Pruner, Vlasta Vrana; Crime; Live Action

In 1997, "12 Angry Men" was released by Showtime Networks / MGM Television; William Friedkin (director); Reginald Rose (screenplay); Courtney B. Vance, Ossie Davis, George C. Scott, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Dorian Harewood, James Gandolfini, Tony Danza, Jack Lemmon, Hume Cronyn, Mykelti Williamson, Edward James Olmos, William Petersen, Mary McDonnell, Tyrees Allen, Douglas Spain; Drama; Live Action

In 1997, "Subway Stories: Tales from the Underground" was released by HBO NYC Productions; Jonathan Demme, Craig McKay, Bob Balaban, Patricia Benoit, Seth Rosenfeld, Lucas Platt, Alison Maclean, Abel Ferrara, Ted Demme (directors); Julie Dash (director/screenplay); Adam Brooks, John Guare, Lynn Grossman, Angela Todd, Ken Kelsch, Albert Innaurato, Danny Hoch, Marla Hanson, Joe Viola (screenplay); Sarita Choudhury, Anne Heche, Taral Hicks, Gregory Hines, Danny Hoch, Israel Horovitz, Bonnie Hunt, Bill Irwin, Christine Lahti, Denis Leary, Michael McGlone, Ajay Naidu, Kris Parker 'KRS-One', Rosie Perez, Michael Rapaport, Mercedes Ruehl, Jerry Stiller, Lili Taylor, Zachary Taylor, Steve Zahn, Kevin Corrigan, N'Bushe Wright, Mekhi Phifer, Peter Sarsgaard, Nicole Ari Parker, Sam Rockwell, Kenny Garrett, Gretchen Mol, Paul Lazar, O.L. Duke, Jeremy Jordan, Steven Randazzo, Tammi Cubilette, Kavitha Ramachandran, Bruklin Harris, Will Hare, George T. Odom; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “C'mon 'N Ride It (The Train)” by Quad City DJ's peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Change The World” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Chorus (Fishes In The Sea)” by Erasure peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Counting Blue Cars” by Dishwalla peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Every Heartbeat” by Amy Grant peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Hard To Handle” by The Black Crowes peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Just Ask Me To” by Tevin Campbell peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Love On A Rooftop” by Desmond Child peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “My Fallen Angel” by Coro peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Only Time Will Tell” by Nelson peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Paparazzi” by Xzibit peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Twisted” by Keith Sweat peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Wishing On The Same Star” by Keedy peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

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

In 1996, “Forever” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 9 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “No Woman, No Cry” by Fugees peaked at number 38 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1991, “Call Me” by Acosta/Russell peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Children” by Robert Miles peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Don't Look Back In Anger” by Oasis peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Fading Like A Flower (Every Time You Leave)” by Roxette peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Free To Decide” by The Cranberries peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Looking For Summer” by Chris Rea peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “My Special Child” by Sinéad O'Connor peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Popular” by Nada Surf peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Shiny Happy People” by R.E.M. peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Walking Contradiction” by Green Day peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Astroplane” by BKS peaked at number 20 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Crazy” by Seal peaked at number 9 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Higher Than Hope” by Daryl Braithwaite peaked at number 73 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Just Scream” by Tom Cochrane peaked at number 41 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Love and Understanding” by Cher peaked at number 11 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Monkey Business” by Skid Row peaked at number 59 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Runaround” by Glen Stace peaked at number 33 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Saving All The Love” by Candi and The Backbeat peaked at number 56 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Smokestack Lightning” by Lynyrd Skynyrd peaked at number 77 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Where Do We Go From Here?” by Vanessa Williams peaked at number 29 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1991, “You Could Be Mine” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 30 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1996, “You're The One” by SWV peaked at number 53 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “12 Reasons Why I Love You” by My Life Story peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Apparently Nothin'” by Young Disciples peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Are You Lonesome Tonight? (Live)” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Bang” by Blur peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Charming Demons” by Senser peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Every Heartbeat” by Amy Grant peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Family Affair” by B.E.F. peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Fear: The Mindkiller” by Eon peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Guaranteed” by Level 42 peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Hanging Around” by Me Me Me peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “I Got A Little Song” by Off-Shore peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “I Stand Alone” by E-Motion peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “I've Been Waiting” by Stereo Nation peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “If I Ruled The World” by NAS peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Indian Rope” by The Charlatans peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “It's All The Way Live (Now)” by Coolio peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “It's On / Egg Rush” by Flowered Up peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Let It Slide” by Mudhoney peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “My Affair” by Kirsty MacColl peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Near Wild Heaven” by R.E.M. peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Not The Girl You Think You Are” by Crowded House peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “P.A.S.S.I.O.N.” by Rythm Syndicate peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Peacock Suit” by Paul Weller peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Ratamahatta” by Sepultura peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Run From Love” by Spiritualized peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Satisfaction” by Vanilla Ice peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Scooby Snacks” by Fun Lovin' Criminals peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Silver Thunderbird” by Marc Cohn peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Someday” by Eternal peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Someone To Love” by East 17 peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Stay Beautiful” by Manic Street Preachers peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Strange Way” by All About Eve peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “That's The Way You Love Me” by Young MC peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)” by Cher peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Time, Love and Tenderness” by Michael Bolton peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Walking On The Milky Way” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, “We Don't Need A Reason” by Dare peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “What You Want” by Future Force peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “What's In The Box?” by The Boo Radleys peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Who You Are” by Pearl Jam peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, “You Got To Be There” by Kadoc peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, ⏺ “Macarena” by Los del Rio peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1991, ⏺🤣 “I'm Too Sexy” by Right Said Fred peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1996, ✪✪ “Giddy Up” by 2 In A Room peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1991, “(I Wanna Give You) Devotion” by Nomad featuring MC Mikee Freedom peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Escape From Reality” by Shane Howard peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Every Little Thing” by Kate Ceberano peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Gypsy Woman (She's Homeless)” by Crystal Waters peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Human Nature” by Gary Clail / On-U Sound System peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “It Ain't Over 'til It's Over” by Lenny Kravitz peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Love and Understanding” by Cher peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Reach” by Gloria Estefan peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1996, ✪✪ “Dune Buggy” by The Presidents Of The United States Of America peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1996, ✪✪ “Mother Mother” by Tracy Bonham peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1991, “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “A.E.I.O.U.” by Moana and The Moahunters peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Back To The World” by Tevin Campbell peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “I'm Looking For What I Can't Get” by Garageland peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “If I Ruled The World” by NAS peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “It's You That's On My Mind” by Quindon Tarver peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Last Train To Trancentral” by The KLF peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Planet Of Sound” by Pixies peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Roseanne” by Scarf peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Scooby Snacks” by Fun Lovin' Criminals peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Song 27” by Push Push peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “This Time Make It Funky” by Tracie Spencer peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Walking In Memphis” by Marc Cohn peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Where Do We Go From Here?” by Deborah Cox peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Why I Love You So Much” by Monica peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1991, “(I Wanna Be) Next To You” by B.B. Queen peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Bitter Tears” by INXS peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Glycerine” by Bush peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Gonna Catch You” by Lonnie Gordon peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Hilda” by Clouseau peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Move That Body” by Technotronic featuring Reggie peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Someone Loves You Honey” by T-Spoon peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Take Me Away” by Culture Beat peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Unforgettable” by Natalie Cole and Nat "King" Cole peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Trash” by Suede peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Woman” by Neneh Cherry peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1991, “(Sing Shi-Wo-Wo) Stop The Pollution” by Dr. Alban peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Atlantis” by Imperio peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Because You Loved Me” by Céline Dion peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Blue Jeans” by Sqeezer peaked at number 28 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Boing!” by DJ Quicksilver peaked at number 31 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Hast a bisserl Zeit für mi” by Alpentrio Tirol peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1991, “More Than Words” by Extreme peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Sailing On The Seven Seas” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Take Me Away” by Culture Beat peaked at number 39 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Alright” by Supergrass peaked at number 30 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Baby Let It Be” by Masterboy peaked at number 27 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Comme j'ai mal” by Mylène Farmer peaked at number 11 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Could You Be Loved” by Bob Marley and The Wailers peaked at number 46 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Rush, Rush” by Paula Abdul peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Sambolera mayi son” by Khadja Nin peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “La Serenissima” by DJ Malin peaked at number 14 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Missing” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 15 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Trash” by Suede peaked at number 12 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Who You Are” by Pearl Jam peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Do U Know Where You're Coming From” by M-Beat featuring Jamiroquai peaked at number 49 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Freedom” by Robbie Williams peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Hooked On You” by Sydney Youngblood peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Safe From Harm” by Massive Attack peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Sexy Eis” by Bürger Lars Dietrich peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1991, “Tainted Love '91” by Soft Cell / Marc Almond peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Where Do You Go?” by No Mercy peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Wrong” by Everything But The Girl peaked at number 41 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Finland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1996, “Take Me Away” by Culture Beat peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1996, “Turn It Up and Down” by Cappella peaked at number 7 on the Finland pop singles chart.

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