On this day September 20 1986, Life With Lucy premiered on ABC. The sitcom marked the return of Lucille Ball to primetime television, where she starred as Lucy Barker, a grandmother who moves in with her daughter’s family and becomes co owner of a hardware
On this day September 20 1984, The Cosby Show premiered on NBC. The sitcom centered on the Huxtable family, led by Cliff and Clair Huxtable, and quickly became one of the most successful and influential shows of the decade. Blending humor with family values, the
On this day September 19 1982, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers premiered on CBS. Based on the classic 1954 film, the television adaptation followed the lives and romances of the McFadden brothers living in the Oregon Territory. The show featured Richard Dean Anderson before his
On this day September 19 1987, Marblehead Manor premiered in syndication. The sitcom centered on the eccentric Farnham family and their wealthy estate, where much of the comedy came from the interactions between the household staff and their quirky employers. Starring Paxton Whitehead, Linda Thorson,
On this day September 19 1983, Love Connection premiered in syndication. Hosted by Chuck Woolery, the dating show quickly became a staple of 80s television, offering singles the chance to meet potential partners and then share their experiences on national TV. With its memorable catchphrase
On this day September 19 1984, Highway to Heaven premiered on NBC. The drama starred Michael Landon as Jonathan Smith, an angel sent to Earth on a mission to help people in need, accompanied by his friend Mark Gordon, played by Victor French. The series
On this day September 19 1986, Starman premiered on ABC. Based on the 1984 film, the series continued the story of the alien visitor, now returning to Earth to reconnect with the son he never knew while evading government pursuers. Starring Robert Hays as the
On this day September 19 1987, She’s the Sheriff premiered in syndication. The sitcom starred Suzanne Somers as Hildy Granger, a widow who takes over as sheriff of a small Nevada town, balancing law enforcement with raising her children. The show became one of the
On this day September 19 1989, Doogie Howser M.D. premiered on ABC. The series starred Neil Patrick Harris as a teenage prodigy who balanced his career as a licensed physician with the everyday challenges of adolescence. The show stood out for its unique premise, blending
On this day September 19 1983, the final episode of Press Your Luck aired. The popular CBS game show, hosted by Peter Tomarken, was famous for its colorful board, big prizes, and the dreaded Whammy that could wipe out a contestant’s winnings in an instant.