Ed Sullivan's Birthday
by Robb
Thursday September 28, 1901 is Ed's Birthday.
Ed started his career as a sportscaster but was the host of his own television variety show from 1948 to 1971 just prior to his death in 1974. A lot of folks made fun of Ed and his stiff mannerisms but we all owe a debt to him for helping capture some of the culture and entertainment of his day. Fortunately some of his shows have survived. Watching them Ed Sullivan and the many legends, Elvis Presley, the Beatles on their first American visit, Little Richard, etc. is a real treat and takes me back to that time of our recent past. Do you remember Topo Gigio ?
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