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Mar 1, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: March 1 1980 Pink Lady Premiered on NBC.

On this day March 1 1980 the variety show Pink Lady premiered on NBC. The series starred the Japanese pop duo Pink Lady, known for their massive success in Japan, and was an ambitious attempt to introduce them to an American audience.

The show featured comedy sketches, musical performances, and celebrity guest stars, all hosted by Pink Lady members Mie and Kei alongside American comedian Jeff Altman. Each episode included appearances from well-known entertainers of the time, including...

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