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Celebrating the 33rd Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous” Album! 🎶👑💥Released on November 26, 1991, “Dangerous” marked Michael’s fourth album as an adult solo performer and ushered in a new era of boundary-pushing music and visuals. One of the hottest releases of the holiday season and beyond, the album produced multiple iconic hits, including the number-one Billboard smash “Black or White” and unforgettable top-ten successes like “Remember the Time,” “In the Closet,” “Jam,” and “Who Is It.” The beloved ballad “Heal the World” became an anthem for global change, resonating with fans around the world. And who could forget “Will You Be There,” a heartfelt track that served as the theme for the classic 1993 film “Free Willy.”🔥”Black or White” was the electrifying lead single, accompanied by one of Michael’s most groundbreaking videos. It had many of us kids buzzing and rapping along back in the day and I’m not ashamed to admit it! Directed by John Landis and featuring Macaulay Culkin at the height of his fame, the video premiered simultaneously on MTV, VH1, and Fox on November 14, 1991, captivating an estimated 500 million viewers in 27 countries—a record-breaking debut! The album’s stunning cover artwork, created by legendary artist Mark Ryden, remains one of the most intricate in music history. Ryden’s surrealistic, highly detailed design embodied Michael’s larger-than-life persona, blending elements of fantasy and mystique. For the album’s 30th anniversary, Ryden shared early concepts that revealed even more about the creative vision behind the masterpiece.Over 30 years later, “Dangerous” continues to make waves. With 32 million copies sold worldwide and 8 million shipped in the United States alone, the album has been certified eight times platinum by the RIAA. Its influence on pop culture, music, and music videos remains undeniable, cementing its legacy as one of the best-selling and most beloved albums of all time.#michaeljackson #dangerous #MarkRyden #kingofpop #MacaulayCulkin #popmusic #legendaryalbums #HealTheWorld

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BLAST FROM THE PAST⚡️35 years ago today, AMERICA’S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS debuted on ABC! 📺It’s been three and a half fun-filled decades since audiences first laughed along with this iconic series. The show began on November 26, 1989, as a stand-alone special hosted by the legendary Bob Saget. Created by Vin Di Bona and inspired by the Japanese variety show “Fun TV with Kato-chan and Ken-chan,” tt officially launched as a weekly series in January 1990, with Saget hosting for the first eight seasons. The series has awarded over $18 million in prize money and evaluated more than two million video clips submitted by home viewers. The show’s popularity also inspired the spin-off “America’s Funniest People,” which aired from 1990 to 1994. This series was hosted by another “Full House” alum, Dave Coulier, and the late great Arleen Sorkin from 1990 to 1992, with Tawny Kitaen replacing Sorkin in 1992. In the early years, Ernie Anderson was the original voiceover for “America’s Funniest Home Videos.” A legend in the game, he was known as the “voice of ABC” during the 1970s and 1980s, introducing other hit shows like “The Love Boat” and “Fantasy Island.”Today, “America’s Funniest Home Videos” remains a television staple. The longest-running primetime entertainment show in ABC history, it was renewed for its 35th season in early 2024. Currently hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro — best known as Carlton from “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” — the show has been thriving under his leadership since 2015, beginning with season 26. Ribeiro took over from Tom Bergeron, adding his own charm and humor to the role. Over its history, “AFV” has also been hosted by John Fugelsang, Daisy Fuentes, D.L. Hughley, and Richard Kind, who appeared in various specials.What a ride it’s been!#AFV #AmericasFunniestHomeVideos #BobSaget #AlfonsoRibeiro #TVAnniversary #ComedyGold #ClassicTV #TVHistory #classictvshows

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“CARAVAN OF COURAGE: AN EWOK ADVENTURE” premiered on ABC television back in ‘84. 🐻🧑‍🦱 While it wasn’t the first Star Wars spin-off (that honor goes to 1978’s “The Star Wars Holiday Special”), “Caravan of Courage” was the franchise’s first standalone movie, bringing the galaxy far, far away into standalone storytelling. Set on the forest moon of Endor, the story follows young siblings Mace and Cindel Towani as they team up with the lovable Ewoks to rescue their kidnapped parents from the monstrous Gorax. Directed by John Korty, the cast for this nostalgic tale includes Eric Walker as Mace Towani, Aubree Miller as Cindel Towani, Fionnula Flanagan as Catarine Towani, and Guy Boyd as Jeremitt Towani, with the Ewoks led by the legendary Warwick Davis reprising his role as Wicket.The Towani family returned in the 1985 sequel, “Ewoks: The Battle for Endor,” which focused on Cindel Towani (Aubree Miller) teaming up with Wicket (Warwick Davis) and new allies after her family’s tragic fate. This sequel expanded the Ewok storyline but marked the final appearance of these characters in the “Star Wars” universe. I loved this one as a kid. So I’m holding out hope that we see Cindel again in some form as the ‘Star Wars’ cinematic universe continues to expand! 🔥#CaravanOfCourage #StarWars #EwokAdventure #StarWarsSpinOff #Ewoks

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CHINESE DEMOCRACY hit stores 16 years ago today. It was a day many of us never thought would come! 🎸🤘🔥That’s right! On November 23rd, 2008, Guns N’ Roses finally released “Chinese Democracy,” an album that became legendary for its epic 14-year wait. Featuring lush production, soaring vocals, and Axl Rose’s bold musical vision, it marked the band’s long-awaited return and cemented its place in rock history as one of the most anticipated releases ever. While it wasn’t the GNR that rose to superstardom in the 80s, the album showcased a diverse lineup, including Axl Rose, Buckethead, Robin Finck, Richard Fortus, Tommy Stinson, Bryan “Brain” Mantia, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, Frank Ferrer, Dizzy Reed, and Chris Pitman. While the wait was grueling, many fans felt the payoff was worth it. Though it wasn’t the album some die-hards had hoped for, it still delivered plenty of memorable moments.One of the most unforgettable moments from this era was Dr Pepper’s bold promotion in 2008. The iconic soda brand announced it would offer a free can of soda to every American if Guns N’ Roses released their long-awaited album within the year. Surprisingly, the album dropped that November, prompting Dr Pepper to honor their commitment. However, overwhelming demand crashed their website, leading to technical issues and frustration. Guns N’ Roses’ management criticized Dr Pepper for the mishandled promotion, calling it an “unmitigated disaster.” But hey, we got the album, and that’s what counts, right?#GunsNRoses #ChineseDemocracy #OnThisDay #RockHistory #GNROfficial #AxlRose #ClassicRock #LegendaryAlbums #RockLegends #HardRock

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“That’s the one good thing about regret—it’s never too late. You can always change tomorrow if you want to.” — Celebrating 36 years of “Scrooged” 🎅🍿’Tis the season for a true holiday classic! Thirty-six years ago today, on November 23, 1988, the hilarious and heartwarming “Scrooged” hit theaters nationwide! 🎬✨Directed by Richard Donner (“The Goonies”, “Superman”, “Lethal Weapon”), this ’80s box office hit brought a modern, yet extremely loose, twist to Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” It stars the incomparable Bill Murray as Frank Cross, a grouchy, self-centered TV executive who gets the wake-up call of a lifetime when visited by three unforgettable ghosts on Christmas Eve.Packed with laughs, heartfelt moments, and a sprinkle of holiday magic, “Scrooged” has been warming hearts and tickling funny bones for decades! The stellar cast includes Karen Allen, Alfre Woodard, Carol Kane, and David Johansen, with memorable roles from Bobcat Goldthwait and Robert Mitchum. The film also features cameos from Murray’s brothers, comedic legend Buddy Hackett, Jamie Farr, and even Mary Lou Retton!It’s a true gem that continues to light up the holiday season year after year! 🎄 One might say it “sleighs!”#Scrooged #Movies #ChristmasMovies #TheHolidays #BillMurray #KarenAllen #JohnForsythe #JohnGlover #AlfreWoodard #BobcatGoldthwait #DavidJohansen #CarolKane #NicholasPhillips #WendieMalick #MaryEllenTrainor

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“Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads.” 🕰️ 35 years ago today, “Back to the Future Part II” hit theaters! 🚗💨When “Back to the Future Part II” raced into theaters on November 22, 1989, it was nothing short of electric! The anticipation for Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) and Doc Brown’s (Christopher Lloyd) time-hopping adventure to 2015 hit fever pitch, and fans were blown away by hoverboards, self-lacing sneakers, and the wild twists of alternate timelines.🍕Pizza Hut cranked up the excitement with its unforgettable tie-in: the Solar Shades. These futuristic, movie-inspired sunglasses became the must-have accessory of the season, with fans flocking to grab their pair. At the height of its powers, Pizza Hut shined with its iconic red-roofed restaurants, dim lighting, stained glass lamps, cushy red booths, and checkerboard tabletops. Add the nostalgic BOOK IT! program and Pizza Hut’s cameo in “Back to the Future Part II,” and 1989 delivered one of the most memorable holiday seasons of the 80s!Were these classics on your holiday wish list way back when? I know there definitely were on mine! ⚡#BackToTheFuture #BackToTheFuturePart2 #BTTF #1989Movies #TimeTravel #MovieSequel #80sNostalgia #Hoverboard #SolarShades #PizzaHut #PopCulture #MovieTieIns #MartyMcFly #MichaelJFox #ChristopherLloyd

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