On this day September 13 1984, Glitter premiered on ABC. The drama series was set in the offices of a fictional entertainment magazine, showcasing the fast paced and glamorous world of celebrity journalism. Produced by Aaron Spelling, Glitter featured a rotating cast of guest stars
On this day September 13 1982, the final episode of Lou Grant aired, closing the chapter on one of television’s most acclaimed dramas. A spinoff of The Mary Tyler Moore Show, the series starred Ed Asner as Lou Grant, who transitioned from a Minneapolis newsroom
On this day September 13 1980, The Lone Ranger premiered on ABC in an updated animated version of the classic American hero. The series followed the adventures of the masked lawman and his trusted companion Tonto as they fought injustice and defended the innocent in
On this day September 14 1985, The Golden Girls premiered on NBC. The sitcom followed the lives of four older women sharing a home in Miami—Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia—and quickly became one of the most beloved shows of the decade. With sharp writing, witty
On this day September 13 1986, Siskel and Ebert At The Movies premiered in syndication. Film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert had already built a reputation with their earlier programs, but this nationally syndicated version brought their famous “thumbs up, thumbs down” reviews to
On this day September 13 1986, The Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (GLOW) premiered, bringing a unique mix of sports entertainment, comedy, and character driven drama to television. Unlike traditional wrestling programs, GLOW featured an all female cast of wrestlers who combined athletic competition with over
On this day September 13 1986, Pee-Wee’s Playhouse premiered on CBS. Created by and starring Paul Reubens as the eccentric Pee-Wee Herman, the show quickly became a Saturday morning sensation that blended surreal humor, colorful sets, and a cast of unforgettable characters. Unlike typical children’s
On this day September 13 1980, the music television series Solid Gold made its debut. The show became a staple of the 1980s, known for its countdown of the week’s top songs, flashy production, and the famous Solid Gold Dancers whose choreographed routines brought pop
On this day September 13 1986, the animated series Teen Wolf premiered on CBS. Based on the hit 1985 film, the show followed the adventures of Scott Howard, a teenage werewolf learning to balance his supernatural abilities with everyday high school life. Produced by Southern
On this day September 12 1981, Blackstar premiered on CBS, bringing a science fantasy adventure to Saturday morning television. Produced by Filmation, the animated series told the story of astronaut John Blackstar, who is transported through a black hole to the alien world of Sagar.