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Today in History: Real People premieres

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…


Today in History: George Takei gets an asteroid

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.)