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January 20, 1985 - ABC Aired the Super Bowl for the First Time

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On this day, January 20, 1985, ABC made history by airing the Super Bowl for the first time. Super Bowl XIX, featuring the San Francisco 49ers versus the Miami Dolphins, marked a major milestone as ABC joined the ranks of networks with rights to broadcast one of the most-watched sporting events in America.

Prior to this, only NBC and CBS had broadcasted the Super Bowl. ABC’s inaugural coverage included extensive pregame programming, high-quality production, and memorable moments on the field, helping set the standard for future broadcasts. The 49ers ultimately won the game, defeating the Dolphins 38-16.

Fun Fact: ABC’s first Super Bowl broadcast also featured a star-studded halftime show titled A World of Children’s Dreams, a departure from the elaborate productions we see today.

Trivia Question: Which two teams played in the very first Super Bowl, and in what year did it take place?


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