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January 18, 1988 - Home Premiered on ABC

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On this day, January 18, 1988, Home, a daytime talk show focused on lifestyle topics, premiered on ABC. The show offered viewers a blend of home improvement tips, cooking segments, and interviews, becoming a staple of daytime television.

Home ran for an impressive 7 seasons, appealing to audiences with its warm, informative, and engaging format. It served as a precursor to many modern lifestyle and home-focused programs that would dominate daytime TV in the years to follow.

Fun Fact: Home was known for its rotating roster of celebrity guests and expert contributors who shared advice on everything from decorating to entertaining.

Trivia Question: What famous daytime TV host became synonymous with lifestyle programming after launching her own show in 1993?
 
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