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In 1966, R.C., “Paperback Writer” by The Beatles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, The spooky daytime soap opera “Dark Shadows” began its popular run as a daily serial on ABC-TV this day. The show became a popular late-afternoon favorite for several seasons, then reappeared as a prime-time revival for a short, two-month run in 1991. The tale of Collinsport, Maine, centered around the story of vampire Barnabas Collins, who was played by Jonathan Frid.
In 1966, “BATMAN IN CONCERT” Thatʹs how it was billed at SHEA STADIUM in New York…ADAM 'BATMAN' WEST and FRANK 'RIDDLER' GORSHIN headlined at a rock concert that also featured hitmakers including the YOUNG RASCALS, JUNIOR WALKER and THE ALL-STARS, TEMPTATIONS, CHIFFONS, and SHADES OF BLUE {but it proved an artistic flop, drawing a crowd of just 3,000}
In 1967, The Beatles star in “Our World,” a two-hour satellite television program transmitted live by satellite to five continents and 24 countries. They perform “All You Need is Love”, and members of the chorus include Eric Clapton, Graham Nash, Mick Jagger, Keith Moon and Keith Richards. This was the first live television satellite program to air worldwide. An estimated 400 million watched.
In 1968, Humbert Allen Astredo debuted as Nicholas Blair in Dark Shadows.
In 1968, British comedian Tony Hancock was found dead in a Sydney hotel room after committing suicide.
In 1969, Mick Taylor made his first appearance with the Rolling Stones at the coliseum in Rome. Taylor replaced Brian Jones on guitar. Jones was found dead in his swimming pool a week later.
In 1970, Very important legistation passes: the Federal Communications Commission handed down legislative ruling 35 FR 7732 on this day, making it illegal for radio stations to put telephone calls on the air without the permission of the person being called.
In 1971, ABC aired the final epsiode of daytime soap opera A World Apart, starring Susan Sarandon. The show, created by Irna Phillips' daughter, Katherine Phillips, ran for 15 months.
In 1971, On The Doctors, the staff at Hope Memorial tried to keep Mike Powers alive.
In 1964, "Circus World" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1968, "The Secret Life of an American Wife" was released by Burt Brinckerhoff Productions; George Axelrod (director); Walter Matthau, Anne Jackson, Patrick O'Neal; Comedy
In 1969, "The Bridge at Remagen" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; John Guillermin (director); George Segal, Robert Vaughn, E.G. Marshall; War
In 1971, "Klute" was released by Warner Bros. / Gus Productions; Alan J. Pakula (director); Andy Lewis, Dave Lewis (screenplay); Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, Charles Cioffi, Roy Scheider, Dorothy Tristan, Rita Gam, Vivian Nathan, Nathan George, Jane White, Shirley Stoler, Robert Milli, Anthony Holland, Richard B. Shull, Mary Louise Wilson, Rosalind Cash, Jean Stapleton, Antonia Rey, Candy Darling, Kevin Dobson, Veronica Hamel, Richard Jordan, Harry Reems, Joe Silver, Lee Wallace, Sylvester Stallone; neo-noir, Psychological, Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Live Action
In 1966, “Crying” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Grim Reaper Of Love” by The Turtles peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Have I Stayed Too Long” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Love You 1000 Times” by The Platters peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'll Be Gone” by The Pozo-Seco Singers peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'll Love You Forever” by Holidays peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's That Time Of The Year” by Len Barry peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “My Little Red Book” by Love peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Oh How Happy” by Shades Of Blue peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Opus 17 (Don't You Worry 'Bout Me)” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Paperback Writer” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sweet Talkin' Guy” by The Chiffons peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Think Of Me” by Buck Owens and His Buckaroos peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “(I'm A) Road Runner” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Come On, Let's Go” by The McCoys peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Evol-Not Love” by Five Americans peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Green Grass” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Know You Better Than That” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “La La La” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Mama” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Mame” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Marble Breaks and Iron Bends” by Drafi peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “She Blew A Good Thing” by The Poets peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The More I See You” by Chris Montez peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “There's No Living Without Your Loving” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Toodle Oo Kangaroo” by Larry Lee peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “What Am I Gonna Do” by Robbie Lane peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Opus 17 (Don't You Worry 'Bout Me)” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Paperback Writer” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The More I See You” by Joy Marshall peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Am A Rock” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Paint It, Black / Long Long While” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Security” by Thane Russal and Three peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Twinkle Toes” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Don't Have To Say You Love Me” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Know” by Les Baroques peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Shotgun Wedding” by Roy C peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Strangers In The Night” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wedding” by The Hep Stars peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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