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    Fact of the day thread

    Today's fact. The Starry Night depicts Vincent Van Gogh's view from the Saint Paul-de-Mausole asylum.
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    "Still Smokin'" Lights Up the Screen: May 6, 1983

    On this day May 6 1983, "Still Smokin'" hit theaters, directed by Tommy Chong and starring the iconic duo Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong. The film, with no disclosed budget, managed to rake in an impressive $15.5 million at the box office.
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    On This Day May 6 1983, Dallas' Season 6 Ended

    On this day May 6, 1983, viewers tuned in for the gripping Season 6 finale of Dallas, titled "Ewing Inferno." In this intense episode, a devastating fire engulfs Southfork Ranch, putting the lives of the iconic Ewing family in jeopardy.
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    Dumbo's Circus (1985)

    I don't know much about Disney cartoons. Do any of you remember this one?
  5. Dumbo's Circus (1985)

    Title: Dumbo's Circus Genre: Animation Cast: Katie Leigh,Patricia Parris,Hal Smith,Jim Cummings,Sharon Baird,Patty Maloney,Will Ryan,Ron Gans,Van Snowden,Walker Edmiston First aired: May 5, 1985 Last air date: May 24, 1986 Overview: Dumbo's Circus was a live-action/puppet...
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    Nervous Night (1985)

    All You Zombies, And We Danced and Hanging From a Heartbeat are my favorites from this album.
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    Nervous Night (1985)

    Title: Nervous Night Artist: The Hooters Genre: Rock Released: 1985 Tracks: 1 - And We Danced - 3:51 2 - Day by Day - 3:27 3 - All You Zombies - 6:01 4 - Don't Take My Car Out Tonight - 3:55 5 - Hanging on a Heartbeat - 4:22 6 - Where Do the Children Go - 5:31 7 - South Ferry Road -...
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    Wizardry

    So many video games for the commodore 64. I'm starting to wish that I had it as opposed to colecovision. Do any of you remember this video game?
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    Still Smokin (1983)

    This movie was hilarious like all their other ones. How many of you remember it?
  10. Still Smokin (1983)

    Title: Still Smokin Tagline: They'll have you rolling in your seats! Genre: Comedy Director: Tommy Chong Cast: Cheech Marin,Tommy Chong,Hans Man in 't Veld,Carol van Herwijnen,Shireen Strooker,Susan Hahn,Linnea Quigley Status: Released Release: May 5, 1983 Runtime: 91...
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    ABC Pulls the Plug on 'Mr. Belvedere': May 6, 1987

    On this day, May 6, 1987, ABC made the decision to cancel 'Mr. Belvedere' after its three-season run. However, amidst criticism, ABC eventually reconsidered and renewed the series for a fourth season.
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    Today May 6 1985, The Hooters' Nervous Night was Released

    On this day May 6, 1985, music enthusiasts were treated to the release of "Nervous Night," the second album by The Hooters. This highly anticipated album quickly gained traction, making its mark on the Billboard Charts by reaching an impressive position at #12. With its eclectic blend of rock...
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    Happy Days Farewell: Ron Howard and Donny Most Leave the Cast as Regulars - May 6, 1980

    On this day May 6 1980, Ron Howard and Donny Most bid farewell to the regular cast of Happy Days. Their departure coincided with the airing of the final episode titled "Ralph's Family Problem." Upon the show's return in the fall, Henry Winkler, portraying The Fonz, was granted top billing.
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    On This Day May 6, 1985 Duran Duran's A View to a Kill was Released

    On this day May 6, 1985, 'A View to a Kill' by Duran Duran dominated the music scene. This chart-topper claimed the #1 spot in America for two weeks, from July 13 to 26. Additionally, the song reached the pinnacle of the charts in Canada, Spain, Belgium, Sweden, and Denmark. Notably, 'A View to...
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    Today during the 80s in the month of May

    May 6th Movies 1983 Still Smokin was released. 1988 Dead Heat, Shakedown and Jack’s Back were released. Television 1983 The last episode of Dallas' season 6 aired. 1985 Dumbo’s Circus premiered. 1987 Mr. Belvedere was canceled after season 3. 1988 The final episode of The Highwayman aired...
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