Today in Pop Culture History: May 15
May 15 is a memorable date for many fans of pop culture and sports. On this day, several notable events happened in the fields of television, movies and wrestling. Here are some of the highlights:…
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Today in Pop Culture History: May 13
On May 13, 1984, a fictional event took place that would change the course of movie history: a T-800 cyborg assassin arrived from the future to kill Sarah Connor, the mother of the future leader…
Hitchcock’s “Vertigo” released
May 9, 1958 On May 9, 1958, the film “Vertigo” was unleashed on the world. Alfred Hitchcock’s 1958 film “Vertigo” is a cinematic masterpiece that has captivated audiences for over six decades. The film stars…
Christopher Lee “Dracula” released
May 8, 1958 On May 8, 1958, the classic Hammer horror film “Dracula” was released in theaters. Starring Christopher Lee as the eponymous vampire and Peter Cushing as Van Helsing, the film became an instant…
Bob Hope starts performing with the USO
May 6, 1941 On May 6th, 1941, Bob Hope performed his first USO show at California’s March Field. This performance marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career as one of the most iconic…
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Real People Premieres in 1979
April 18, 1979 “Real People” premieres on NBC TV on April 18, 1979. “Real People” was a popular television show that aired in the United States from 1979 to 1984. The show was a pioneer…
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George Takei gets an asteroid!
April 13, 1994 Asteroid 7373 Takei discovered and named after Star Trek actor George Takei. May it Live Long and Prosper! (Yes, I know that isn’t his catchphrase, but “Oh, my!” didn’t make much sense.)