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Any Blazing Saddles fans? Gene Wilder ad-libbed this line on the spot, it wasn’t in the script, but they kept it. Cleavon Little’s laugh? 100% genuine surprise.

Any Blazing Saddles fans? Gene Wilder ad-libbed this line on the spot, it wasn’t in the script, but they kept it. Cleavon Little’s laugh? 100% genuine surprise.

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My whole life I was convinced Mick Jagger sang this… My. Whole. Life. Only to discover I’ve been confidently wrong for decades. This 1967 classic wasn’t the Stones at all, it was an Irish legend behind it. What's his name?

My whole life I was convinced Mick Jagger sang this… My. Whole. Life. Only to discover I’ve been confidently wrong for decades. This 1967 classic wasn’t the Stones at all, it was an Irish legend behind it. What's his name?

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This iconic TV performance was on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In in late 1969, where these three sang their "Bye Bye '60s" musical number, a fun salute to the decade as it ended. Do you now their names?

This iconic TV performance was on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In in late 1969, where these three sang their "Bye Bye '60s" musical number, a fun salute to the decade as it ended. Do you now their names?

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Lionel Richie wrote and produced this 1980 hit, but the Commodores passed on it. Rogers recorded it, and it became his biggest solo hit. He even called it “head and shoulders above almost all the songs in the world." Name the famous song.

Lionel Richie wrote and produced this 1980 hit, but the Commodores passed on it. Rogers recorded it, and it became his biggest solo hit. He even called it “head and shoulders above almost all the songs in the world." Name the famous song.

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I don't think I've ever heard REO Speedwagon's "Time for Me to Fly" and thought, "Well, that's enough of that." I turn it up every single time. It's funny how a song about a relationship falling apart can put you in such a good mood. Anybody else love this one as much as I do?

I don't think I've ever heard REO Speedwagon's "Time for Me to Fly" and thought, "Well, that's enough of that." I turn it up every single time. It's funny how a song about a relationship falling apart can put you in such a good mood. Anybody else love this one as much as I do?

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Do you know why Jaye P. Morgan was fired from The Gong Show? In 1978, she shocked everyone by briefly flashing the TV cameras. The network did not find it funny and quickly removed her as a judge. Ironically, the moment only added to the show's reputation as one of the most unpredictable programs on television.

Do you know why Jaye P. Morgan was fired from The Gong Show? In 1978, she shocked everyone by briefly flashing the TV cameras. The network did not find it funny and quickly removed her as a judge. Ironically, the moment only added to the show's reputation as one of the most unpredictable programs on television.

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Aretha Franklin was supposed to record "Son of a Preacher Man" first. Then Jerry Wexler had Dusty Springfield cut it in 1968, and that voice made the song hers from the opening line. Aretha recorded her version the next year, but Dusty got there first. Good luck imagining anyone else owning it quite like she did. Here I am again, back in one of the greatest years for music.

Aretha Franklin was supposed to record "Son of a Preacher Man" first. Then Jerry Wexler had Dusty Springfield cut it in 1968, and that voice made the song hers from the opening line. Aretha recorded her version the next year, but Dusty got there first. Good luck imagining anyone else owning it quite like she did. Here I am again, back in one of the greatest years for music.

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I always thought The Beatles sang "Come and Get It." It had that Beatles sound all over it. That is because Paul McCartney wrote it, played every instrument on the original demo, and produced Badfinger’s version. He told them to record it exactly like his demo. Badfinger got the hit, but Paul was all over that record.

I always thought The Beatles sang "Come and Get It." It had that Beatles sound all over it. That is because Paul McCartney wrote it, played every instrument on the original demo, and produced Badfinger’s version. He told them to record it exactly like his demo. Badfinger got the hit, but Paul was all over that record.

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Clips like this show exactly why people still talk about Carson decades later. One second, Johnny Carson is calmly standing next to cheetahs from the San Diego Zoo. The next, he’s airborne and halfway into Ed McMahon’s lap. Did you watch Carson back then, or are you discovering these clips now too?

Clips like this show exactly why people still talk about Carson decades later. One second, Johnny Carson is calmly standing next to cheetahs from the San Diego Zoo. The next, he’s airborne and halfway into Ed McMahon’s lap. Did you watch Carson back then, or are you discovering these clips now too?

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On The Ed Sullivan Show in 1967, Jim Morrison was told to replace "girl, we couldn't get much higher" with "girl, there's nothing I require." He sang the original line anyway. A producer then told the band Ed Sullivan was furious, and they were done.

On The Ed Sullivan Show in 1967, Jim Morrison was told to replace "girl, we couldn't get much higher" with "girl, there's nothing I require." He sang the original line anyway. A producer then told the band Ed Sullivan was furious, and they were done.

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Nicolette Larson found "Lotta Love" on a tape lying on the floor of Neil Young's car. Most of us would have handed it back without realizing we were holding our first big hit. Neil wrote the song, but Nicolette heard what she could do with it. She recorded it for her 1978 debut album, and her version reached the Top 10. Gosh, what an absolute beauty. And that voice! She made "Lotta Love" feel like sunshine coming through the car windows. Who remembers this song, and did you know the woman singing it was this beautiful?

Nicolette Larson found "Lotta Love" on a tape lying on the floor of Neil Young's car. Most of us would have handed it back without realizing we were holding our first big hit. Neil wrote the song, but Nicolette heard what she could do with it. She recorded it for her 1978 debut album, and her version reached the Top 10. Gosh, what an absolute beauty. And that voice! She made "Lotta Love" feel like sunshine coming through the car windows. Who remembers this song, and did you know the woman singing it was this beautiful?

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Apparently I have been happily singing along to "Mr. Bojangles" for years while completely missing that the story begins in a New Orleans drunk tank. How many of you knew this? Jerry Jeff Walker met a transient street performer there who called himself "Mr. Bojangles." The man entertained the inmates with a tap dance, then told Walker about the dog he had loved and lost years before. That part got me. No matter how many years had passed, he was still grieving his dog. My heart. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band made it a massive hit, and everyone has a favorite version. I love Sammy Davis Jr.'s cover, but I am sharing a clip of the classic Nitty Gritty Dirt Band version today.

Apparently I have been happily singing along to "Mr. Bojangles" for years while completely missing that the story begins in a New Orleans drunk tank. How many of you knew this? Jerry Jeff Walker met a transient street performer there who called himself "Mr. Bojangles." The man entertained the inmates with a tap dance, then told Walker about the dog he had loved and lost years before. That part got me. No matter how many years had passed, he was still grieving his dog. My heart. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band made it a massive hit, and everyone has a favorite version. I love Sammy Davis Jr.'s cover, but I am sharing a clip of the classic Nitty Gritty Dirt Band version today.

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Before it became a Cars sing-along, "Life Is a Highway" belonged to Tom Cochrane. I had no idea Rascal Flatts was covering it until I found Tom's original. He released it in 1991, fifteen years before the Cars version gave it a whole new audience. I like both, but I am choosing Tom's original.

Before it became a Cars sing-along, "Life Is a Highway" belonged to Tom Cochrane. I had no idea Rascal Flatts was covering it until I found Tom's original. He released it in 1991, fifteen years before the Cars version gave it a whole new audience. I like both, but I am choosing Tom's original.

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Some people thought the stars on Hollywood Squares got the questions ahead of time. They did not. Peter Marshall said the celebrities were given the subject, but heard the exact question for the first time on camera. It has been a while since I shared Paul Lynde, so I had to get him back on my timeline. Buddy Hackett's reaction and laughter make this clip even better.

Some people thought the stars on Hollywood Squares got the questions ahead of time. They did not. Peter Marshall said the celebrities were given the subject, but heard the exact question for the first time on camera. It has been a while since I shared Paul Lynde, so I had to get him back on my timeline. Buddy Hackett's reaction and laughter make this clip even better.

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This singer left Fleetwood Mac just before Buckingham and Nicks joined. Even though he was no longer with the band, Christine McVie sang backup vocals on the 1978 track. Do you know the singer's name?

This singer left Fleetwood Mac just before Buckingham and Nicks joined. Even though he was no longer with the band, Christine McVie sang backup vocals on the 1978 track. Do you know the singer's name?

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Johnny Carson launches himself into Ed McMahon's arms. TV gold. 🤣

Johnny Carson launches himself into Ed McMahon's arms. TV gold. 🤣

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This song became a Top 5 hit in 1974, selling over a million copies, and marked a rare mainstream breakthrough for a band with Native American roots. Decades later, it found new life through its use in Guardians of the Galaxy.

This song became a Top 5 hit in 1974, selling over a million copies, and marked a rare mainstream breakthrough for a band with Native American roots. Decades later, it found new life through its use in Guardians of the Galaxy.

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Sandra Bullock wasn't expecting this from Betty White. 😂

Sandra Bullock wasn't expecting this from Betty White. 😂

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Another early morning find from Letterman's show in 1994. The singer is quite excited, as you will see. Name these two icons performing together.

Another early morning find from Letterman's show in 1994. The singer is quite excited, as you will see. Name these two icons performing together.

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This song wasn’t written with some deep, hidden code it was written at 3:34 a.m., staring at a blank page. “25 or 6 to 4” literally means 25 or 26 minutes before 4 a.m. What is this band's name?

This song wasn’t written with some deep, hidden code it was written at 3:34 a.m., staring at a blank page. “25 or 6 to 4” literally means 25 or 26 minutes before 4 a.m. What is this band's name?

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This band got its name by accident: while rehearsing in a Spartanburg, SC warehouse, they spotted a keychain belonging to a blind piano tuner who had used the space before them. And just like that, one of rock’s most iconic names was born. Name the band.

This band got its name by accident: while rehearsing in a Spartanburg, SC warehouse, they spotted a keychain belonging to a blind piano tuner who had used the space before them. And just like that, one of rock’s most iconic names was born. Name the band.

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David Letterman picked the wrong guy to tease this night. In 1992, Clint Eastwood made his final Johnny Carson appearance, with David Letterman there too. Letterman thought he was pretty cute giving Clint grief for not wearing a tie. The audience booed, and Clint’s comeback later in the interview was perfect. Lesson learned, don’t mess with Clint Eastwood. He made my day.

David Letterman picked the wrong guy to tease this night. In 1992, Clint Eastwood made his final Johnny Carson appearance, with David Letterman there too. Letterman thought he was pretty cute giving Clint grief for not wearing a tie. The audience booed, and Clint’s comeback later in the interview was perfect. Lesson learned, don’t mess with Clint Eastwood. He made my day.

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In November 1994, Whitney Houston gave an unforgettable curtsy in a shimmering gold gown during The Concert for a New South Africa. Grace, glamour, and pure show-stopping elegance, this moment still wows today. Just wow.

In November 1994, Whitney Houston gave an unforgettable curtsy in a shimmering gold gown during The Concert for a New South Africa. Grace, glamour, and pure show-stopping elegance, this moment still wows today. Just wow.

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David Bowie picked Annie Lennox to perform Under Pressure with him at the '92 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. This rehearsal is AMAZING. Bowie’s expression alone is PRICELESS. What other famous artist can you spot?

David Bowie picked Annie Lennox to perform Under Pressure with him at the '92 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert. This rehearsal is AMAZING. Bowie’s expression alone is PRICELESS. What other famous artist can you spot?

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Her mom tossed her 8-track demo, but she rescued it, recorded it for $3,000, and her label released it. The song hit No. 1 in 1989, went platinum, and her self-choreographed video won four MTV VMAs, making her an international pop superstar. Name her.

Her mom tossed her 8-track demo, but she rescued it, recorded it for $3,000, and her label released it. The song hit No. 1 in 1989, went platinum, and her self-choreographed video won four MTV VMAs, making her an international pop superstar. Name her.

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Their very first television performance in Australia, 1960. Three brothers, singing purely for the joy of it: two 10-year-old fraternal twins and their 13-year-old brother. Little did they know, they would one day change the world of music forever. Can you guess who these legends are?

Their very first television performance in Australia, 1960. Three brothers, singing purely for the joy of it: two 10-year-old fraternal twins and their 13-year-old brother. Little did they know, they would one day change the world of music forever. Can you guess who these legends are?

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This duo wrote this for Whitney Houston after "How Will I Know" and "I Wanna Dance with Somebody." Belinda Carlisle recorded it but passed, so they released it themselves. It became a hit in '88. Do you remember it or who sang it?

This duo wrote this for Whitney Houston after "How Will I Know" and "I Wanna Dance with Somebody." Belinda Carlisle recorded it but passed, so they released it themselves. It became a hit in '88. Do you remember it or who sang it?

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Watch 19 year old John Ritter on a 1967 episode of The Dating Game. The bachelorette picks him, and his sweet, goofy personality is already shining through like crazy. You truly can't help but smile watching him.

Watch 19 year old John Ritter on a 1967 episode of The Dating Game. The bachelorette picks him, and his sweet, goofy personality is already shining through like crazy. You truly can't help but smile watching him.

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Marty Feldman's unforgettable look was caused by Thyroid Eye Disease, linked to Graves' disease. Here he is talking about it with Johnny Carson. What a funny man.

Marty Feldman's unforgettable look was caused by Thyroid Eye Disease, linked to Graves' disease. Here he is talking about it with Johnny Carson. What a funny man.

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Okay, don't you agree with Prince? Listen to what he says at the end of this clip. During a 2011 concert he brought Kim Kardashian on stage to dance. She didn't dance and he told her to “Get off the stage.” I mean really, who wouldn't dance with Prince? OMG. Later that same night, he performed Welcome 2 America, delivering the line: “Welcome to America, where you can get famous for doing absolutely nothing at all.” Classic Prince, no filter, no apologies.

Okay, don't you agree with Prince? Listen to what he says at the end of this clip. During a 2011 concert he brought Kim Kardashian on stage to dance. She didn't dance and he told her to “Get off the stage.” I mean really, who wouldn't dance with Prince? OMG. Later that same night, he performed Welcome 2 America, delivering the line: “Welcome to America, where you can get famous for doing absolutely nothing at all.” Classic Prince, no filter, no apologies.

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Does anyone know what kind of car this is? 😳

Does anyone know what kind of car this is? 😳

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Richard Pryor was genuinely surprised on this talk show when they brought out the woman who helped shape him, his grandmother, Marie Pryor. Marie ran a brothel in Peoria, Illinois, and raised him in a world of violence, survival, and raw human behavior. She was strong, protective, and tough, someone Pryor described as both loving and controlling. She taught him to fight back and never back down. That fearlessness later showed up in his comedy, where nothing was off limits. Pryor’s voice did not come out of nowhere. It was forged by the woman who raised him. Pryor did not just tell jokes. He told the truth about race, pain, family, and life as he had lived it. His comedy was not just talent. It was survival turned into truth.

Richard Pryor was genuinely surprised on this talk show when they brought out the woman who helped shape him, his grandmother, Marie Pryor. Marie ran a brothel in Peoria, Illinois, and raised him in a world of violence, survival, and raw human behavior. She was strong, protective, and tough, someone Pryor described as both loving and controlling. She taught him to fight back and never back down. That fearlessness later showed up in his comedy, where nothing was off limits. Pryor’s voice did not come out of nowhere. It was forged by the woman who raised him. Pryor did not just tell jokes. He told the truth about race, pain, family, and life as he had lived it. His comedy was not just talent. It was survival turned into truth.

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That night on Letterman when Johnny Carson walked out with the Top Ten list, the room stood up and would not stop applauding. He barely said a word and let the moment speak. Did you see this live?

That night on Letterman when Johnny Carson walked out with the Top Ten list, the room stood up and would not stop applauding. He barely said a word and let the moment speak. Did you see this live?

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Imagine being on a school bus going to play in a game, you're nervous as heck, and you look over to see your Dad running full speed on a horse cheering you on.

Imagine being on a school bus going to play in a game, you're nervous as heck, and you look over to see your Dad running full speed on a horse cheering you on.

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When R.E.M. released "Shiny Happy People" in 1991, a lot of fans did not know what to think. The band was mostly known for moodier alternative rock, so this bright, bubbly pop song caught people completely off guard. Adding to the energy was The B-52s singer Kate Pierson, whose vocals helped give the song that unforgettable playful sound. Ironically, the band was reportedly hesitant about the song’s bubblegum vibe, and Michael Stipe later admitted he was uncomfortable with how cheerful and commercial it sounded. Seriously? Meanwhile, it became one of their biggest hits anyway. Do you love "Shiny Happy People" or skip it every time it comes on?

When R.E.M. released "Shiny Happy People" in 1991, a lot of fans did not know what to think. The band was mostly known for moodier alternative rock, so this bright, bubbly pop song caught people completely off guard. Adding to the energy was The B-52s singer Kate Pierson, whose vocals helped give the song that unforgettable playful sound. Ironically, the band was reportedly hesitant about the song’s bubblegum vibe, and Michael Stipe later admitted he was uncomfortable with how cheerful and commercial it sounded. Seriously? Meanwhile, it became one of their biggest hits anyway. Do you love "Shiny Happy People" or skip it every time it comes on?

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Have you seen this clip floating around? I honestly thought it was some kind of comedy sketch the first time I saw it, but it is actually Heather Parisi dancing to "Maniac" on Italian TV in 1984. No one seems to know the name of the guy moving 500 mph. Apparently he was one of the backup dancers. The energy, the dancing, the whole thing feels unreal, but it was real TV. 😂

Have you seen this clip floating around? I honestly thought it was some kind of comedy sketch the first time I saw it, but it is actually Heather Parisi dancing to "Maniac" on Italian TV in 1984. No one seems to know the name of the guy moving 500 mph. Apparently he was one of the backup dancers. The energy, the dancing, the whole thing feels unreal, but it was real TV. 😂

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This Depeche Mode performance was never meant to become a September 11 memorial. In 1990, the band stood on the observation deck atop the South Tower of the World Trade Center and lip-synced "Enjoy the Silence" for a French television promo. At the time, it was simply four musicians performing above New York City. Today, the footage carries a weight no one standing there could have imagined. In the full video, the band performs against the skyline while the North Tower rises behind them, still part of an ordinary day. Music preserves moments without knowing how precious they will become. Twenty-five years after September 11, this one feels frozen in time. We remember all who were lost. Never forget.

This Depeche Mode performance was never meant to become a September 11 memorial. In 1990, the band stood on the observation deck atop the South Tower of the World Trade Center and lip-synced "Enjoy the Silence" for a French television promo. At the time, it was simply four musicians performing above New York City. Today, the footage carries a weight no one standing there could have imagined. In the full video, the band performs against the skyline while the North Tower rises behind them, still part of an ordinary day. Music preserves moments without knowing how precious they will become. Twenty-five years after September 11, this one feels frozen in time. We remember all who were lost. Never forget.

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This was released in 1981. Nineteen eighty one. The lead singer hated the song, tried to bury it, called it "too cheesy", and it became their biggest hit. What is the band's name?

This was released in 1981. Nineteen eighty one. The lead singer hated the song, tried to bury it, called it "too cheesy", and it became their biggest hit. What is the band's name?

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I can tell almost immediately when I’ve found a 70s TV moment that would never make it on air today. LaWanda Page absolutely stole the room from Dean Martin and Redd Foxx on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts. She called Dean a "rummy," Redd Foxx a "dummy," then looked right at Dean Martin and fired off "Honky" without a second of hesitation. Who was the best at roasting Dean Martin?

I can tell almost immediately when I’ve found a 70s TV moment that would never make it on air today. LaWanda Page absolutely stole the room from Dean Martin and Redd Foxx on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts. She called Dean a "rummy," Redd Foxx a "dummy," then looked right at Dean Martin and fired off "Honky" without a second of hesitation. Who was the best at roasting Dean Martin?

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