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In 1990, “Black Cat” single by Janet Jackson was released

In 1990, “Northern Exposure”: Who wouldnʹt want to live in Cicely, Alaska, the most mystical oasis in TV history? Something unusual is always happening in this border town that brims with imagination, but never more than in “The Aurora Borealis.” When Bernard (Richard Cummings Jr.), a befuddled accountant, motorcycles into town, he and Chris, the DJ (John Corbett), discover they share more than a few genes. Meanwhile, Doctor Fleischman (Rob Morrow), stranded in the wild, comes face to face with the regionʹs feared and mythical “bigfoot,” Adam — who ends up grudgingly teaching the doctor how to cook Chinese dumplings.

In 1990, “World Power” album by Snap was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1991, Wayne Northrop returned to Days of our Lives as Roman Brady.

In 1991, “First And Ten” TV Comedy last aired on HBO.

In 1991, “Hunter”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on NBC after seven seasons.

In 1992, In a final tribute to the now retired Carson, “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” receives its final Emmy (under that name), for Outstanding Variety Program. Bette Midler picked up an Emmy for her appearance on the “Tonight Show” just before Johnny Carson retired.

In 1992, The Doctor Demento Show was last syndicated via the Westwood One Radio Networks with the subject of dogs; the next week, On The Radio Broadcasting would take over the syndication rights with the subject of cats.

In 1992, The television series “Northern Exposure” won six Emmy Awards, including best drama series, while “Murphy Brown” received three Emmys, including best comedy series, in a ceremony marked by satirical jabs directed at Vice President Dan Quayle.

In 1993, “Late Show With David Letterman”, TV Talk Show, debut on CBS after a two-month gap from his last NBC job. Meanwhile, reruns of his old NBC show follow his new shows on CBS for two weeks. This is their first show from the Ed Sullivan Theater. Perhaps this didnʹt score as high with readers because of the hundreds of shows that followed, many of them trying much too hard to recapture the energy and enthusiasm of this one. But at the time, we were ecstatic about Dave being on at 11:30. Billy Joel was the first musical guest. More than 23 million viewers tune into the premiere Guests also included Bill Murray, who spray paints “Dave” on Lettermanʹs desk. Other highlights: NBC News Anchor Tom Brokaw steals a joke card from Letterman and rips it up, claiming “intellectual property” of NBC, and legendary actor Paul Newman jumps up from the studio audience complaining “Where the hell are the singing cats?”

In 1993, “Missing Persons”, TV Crime Drama, debut on ABC. It was missing ratings and was canceled.

In 1994, NBC runs its final installment of Michael Mooreʹs twisted newsmagazine TV Nation. Fox picks up the series the following summer, but not enough of the real “TV nation” tunes in to keep the show alive.

In 1994, On Days of Our Lives, Kristen learned Johnʹs secret: that he was a priest.

In 1994, “Roc”, TV Comedy/Drama last aired on Fox.

In 1994, “South Central”, TV Comedy/Drama; last aired on Fox.

In 1995, The Cable News Network launches its web page, the better to mock Larry King with.

In 1995, The movie “French Kiss” opened in movie theaters in France. Of course, it was an appropriate place to open the movie!

In 1995, At “Livestock '95,” a benefit performance for the Marthaʹs Vineyard Agricultural Society, singer James Taylor was joined on-stage by his former wife, Carly Simon; it was the first time the once-wed singers had performed on the same stage in 16 years.

In 1996, “Macarena” single by Los Del Rio was certified Multi Platinum 2.00 by the RIAA

In 1997, The sitcom “Family Matters” last aired on ABC and moved to CBS the following month

In 1997, The TV sitcom “Hangin' With Mr. Cooper” last aired on ABC

In 1997, At approximately 7:30 PM August 30, Eastern Daylight Time, Americans received word of the car crash in Paris that claimed the lives of Princess Diana, her boyfriend, Dodi Fayed (DOHʹ-dee FYʹ-ehd), and their driver, Henri (AHNʹ-ree) Paul. (Because of the time difference, it was 12:23 AM August 31 where the crash occurred.) Diana died just before 5 AM that morning (or in the late part of the 11 PM hour Eastern Daylight Time August 30.)

In 1999, On As the World Turns, Hal and Barbara's wedding celebration is interrupted by news of Gary Rady's death.

In 1999, “Divorce Court” returned to syndication after a divorce from TV

In 1999, “The Parkers” TV sitcom premiered on UPN

In 1999, Beatles fans gathered in Liverpool, England, to celebrate the reissue of “Yellow Submarine,” which was screening of the 1968 cartoon musical was the highlight of International Beatles Week.

In 1991, "Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time" was released by New Line Cinema / Republic Pictures; Sylvio Tabet (director/screenplay); Jim Wynorski, R.J. Robertson, Ken Hauser, Doug Miles (screenplay); Marc Singer, Kari Wührer, Sarah Douglas, Wings Hauser, James Avery, Robert Fieldsteel, Arthur Malet, Robert Z'Dar, Michael Berryman, Carl Ciarfalio, Lawrence Dobkin, Wayne Pére, Mark Roberts, Dick Warlock, Frank Welker, Dan Woren, Doug Franklin, Paul Goodman, Gordon Greene

In 1991, "Child's Play 3" was released by Universal Pictures; Jack Bender (director); Don Mancini (screenplay); Brad Dourif, Justin Whalin, Perrey Reeves, Jeremy Sylvers, Dean Jacobsen, Travis Fine, Donna Eskra, Andrew Robinson, Dakin Matthews, Burke Byrnes, Matthew Walker, Peter Haskell; Horror, Comedy; Live Action

In 1995, "Magic in the Water" was released by TriStar Pictures; Rick Stevenson (director/screenplay); Icel Dobell Massey (screenplay); Mark Harmon, Joshua Jackson, Harley Jane Kozak, Sarah Wayne, Willie Nark-Orn, Adrien Dorval, Mark Acheson, Anthony Towe, John Procaccino; Family; Live Action

In 1996, "The Crow: City of Angels" was released by Miramax Films / Dimension Films; Tim Pope (director); David S. Goyer (screenplay); Vincent Pérez, Mia Kirshner, Richard Brooks, Iggy Pop, Thuy Trang, Thomas Jane, Ian Dury, Vincent Castellanos, Eric Acosta, Beverley Mitchell, Tracey Ellis, Alan Gelfant, Deftones; Action; Live Action

In 1996, "First Kid" was released by Walt Disney Pictures / Caravan Pictures; David M. Evans (director); Tim Kelleher (screenplay); Sinbad, Brock Pierce, Robert Guillaume, Timothy Busfield, Zachery Ty Bryan, James Naughton, Art LaFleur, Lisa Eichhorn, Blake Boyd, Erin Williby, Bill Cobbs, Tomas Arana, Sonny Bono, Sean "Oleus" Sullivan, Bill Clinton, Jonathan Cabot Wade; Comedy, Family; Live Action

In 1996, "The Stupids" was released by New Line Cinema / Savoy Pictures; John Landis (director); Brent Forrester (screenplay); Tom Arnold, Jessica Lundy, Bug Hall, Alex McKenna, Mark Metcalf, Bob Keeshan, Christopher Lee, Matt Keeslar, Frankie Faison, David Ferry, Rolonda Watts, Max Landis, Jenny McCarthy, Atom Egoyan, Norman Jewison, Robert Wise, David Cronenberg, Gillo Pontecorvo, Costa-Gavras, Gurinder Chadha, Mick Garris, Harvey Atkin, Anthony J. Mifsud; Adventure, Comedy; Live Action

In 1996, "The Trigger Effect" was released by Gramercy Pictures / Amblin Entertainment; David Koepp (director/screenplay); Kyle MacLachlan, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney, Richard T. Jones, Bill Smitrovich, Philip Bruns, Michael Rooker, Jack Noseworthy, Richard Schiff; Thriller; Live Action

U.S. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “All For You” by Sister Hazel peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Do You Like This” by Rome peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Happy With You” by Samantha Cole peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Hole In My Soul” by Aerosmith peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Mo Money Mo Problems” by The Notorious B.I.G. featuring Puff Daddy and Ma$e peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “More Than This” by 10,000 Maniacs peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Someone” by SWV featuring Puff Daddy peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “When I Die” by No Mercy peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

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

In 1997, “Stomp” by God's Property featuring Kirk Franklin peaked at number 52 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Difference” by The Wallflowers peaked at number 23 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “What Do You Want From Me?” by Monaco peaked at number 61 on the Alt-U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Everything” by Mary J. Blige peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy and Faith Evans featuring 112 peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Last Night On Earth” by U2 peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Temptation” by The Tea Party peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “To The Moon and Back” by Savage Garden peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Triumph” by Wu-Tang Clan peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Wayne” by Chantal Kreviazuk peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Fade To Blue” by 38 Special peaked at number 79 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Good Enough” by Dodgy peaked at number 15 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Gotham City” by R. Kelly peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “It Could Happen To You” by Blue Rodeo peaked at number 4 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Lunatic Fringe” by Tom Cochrane peaked at number 70 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Not Tonight” by Lil' Kim featuring Da Brat, Left Eye, Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott and Angie Martinez peaked at number 63 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Numb” by Holly McNarland peaked at number 9 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Say What You Want” by Texas peaked at number 43 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Temptation” by The Tea Party peaked at number 21 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Tide Is High” by Maxi Priest peaked at number 51 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1997, ✪✪ “Men In Black” by Will Smith peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “4 Page Letter” by Aaliyah peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Benjamin” by Veruca Salt peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Blue” by Way Out West peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Butterfly Kisses” by Bob Carlisle peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Call Me” by Le Click peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Crush” by Zhané peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Everlong” by Foo Fighters peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” by Chaka Demus and Pliers peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Fairweather Friend” by Symposium peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I Don't Want Control Of You” by Teenage Fanclub peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Kaleidoscope Skies / I Pull My Gun” by Jam and Spoon peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Little Pink Stars” by Radish peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Love Commandments” by Gisele Jackson peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “My Father's Son” by Conner Reeves peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Never Gonna Let You Go” by Tina Moore peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Post Modern Sleaze” by Sneaker Pimps peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Pretty Deep” by Tanya Donnelly peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Prophase” by Transa peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Queen Of New Orleans” by Jon Bon Jovi peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Represent” by Soul II Soul peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Satisfied” by H2O featuring Billie peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Seven Years In Tibet” by David Bowie peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Tell Me Is It True” by UB40 peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” by Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Whisper Your Name” by Human Nature peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “You're The One I Love” by Shola Ama peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Your Face” by Slacker peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Bellissima” by DJ Quicksilver peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Honey” by Mariah Carey peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1997, ✪✪ “Paranoid Android” by Radiohead peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Coco Jamboo” by Mr. President peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Days Of Youth” by Laurnea peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Smokin' Me Out” by Warren G featuring Ronald Isley peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Tourniquet” by Marilyn Manson peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “What Are You Waiting For?” by Phajja peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “When Doves Cry” by Ginuwine peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1997, “When You Talk About Love” by Patti LaBelle peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “All About Us” by Peter André peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Bitch” by Meredith Brooks peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Bitter Sweet Symphony” by The Verve peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I Want You” by Savage Garden peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I'm Thinkin' Of U” by 2 Brothers On The 4th Floor featuring Des'Ray and D-Rock peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Engel” by Rammstein peaked at number 48 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Jumping” by Sisters Of Sweden peaked at number 36 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Piece Of My Heart” by Shaggy featuring Marsha peaked at number 46 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Uh La La La” by Alexia peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Last Night On Earth” by U2 peaked at number 31 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Mr. Wichtig” by Tic Tac Toe peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “E la notte se ne va” by Mikimix peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I Believe I Can Fly” by R. Kelly peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “J'ai pas de face” by Akhenaton peaked at number 32 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Just A Girl” by No Doubt peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “L'homme pressé” by Noir Désir peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Tout saigne...” by La Clinique featuring Les Sales Gosses peaked at number 40 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1997, ✪✪ “Men In Black” by Will Smith peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Bitch” by Meredith Brooks peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1997, “C U When U Get There” by Coolio featuring 40 Thevz peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Men In Black” by Bit To Beat peaked at number 20 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Bitch” by Meredith Brooks peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Du hast” by Rammstein peaked at number 33 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “History / Ghosts” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Take A Ride” by Brooklyn Bounce peaked at number 39 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Finland 1990s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1997, “Anna mun olla” by FTK peaked at number 15 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy and Faith Evans featuring 112 peaked at number 3 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “Samba de Janeiro” by Bellini peaked at number 6 on the Finland pop singles chart.

In 1997, “The Age Of Love” by Scooter peaked at number 1 on the Finland pop singles chart.

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