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Oct 29, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day October 29, 1982 – The New Odd Couple Premiered On ABC.

On this day October 29, 1982, The New Odd Couple premiered on ABC, offering a fresh take on the beloved mismatched roommate story for a new decade. Inspired by the original Neil Simon characters, the show followed the clashing personalities of neat and orderly Felix and the laid back and messy Oscar as they tried to live under the same roof without driving each other crazy.

Starring Ron Glass as Felix and...

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