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  • Friday, March 15th, 2024

    From Shamrocks to Showbiz: The Ed Sullivan Show’s Influence on St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

    Every March 17th, the world paints itself in different shades of green, topped with shamrocks, leprechauns, and Irish blessings, as communities across the globe come together to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Amidst this year’s festivities, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the cultural significance of this day, as well as its unexpected connection […]

  • Wednesday, December 20th, 2023

    Top ‘Ed Sullivan Show’ Videos of 2023

    2023 is destined to be remembered as a standout year for The Ed Sullivan Show. From commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the show to unveiling extraordinary performances, this year unfolded with a series of delightful surprises. As we approach the end of 2023, we’re eager to share some of our most captivating videos from this […]

  • Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

    Censorship on The Ed Sullivan Stage: Pushing Boundaries

    The Ed Sullivan Show on CBS was a cultural touchstone of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s that will forever be remembered for showcasing groundbreaking talent. Although remembered for its leading-edge performances, the show also grappled with the challenges of network censorship, sponsorship threats, and simply Ed’s own personal beliefs and views. This era of television […]

  • Monday, October 2nd, 2023

    Ed Sullivan Show Performers With Their Own Show

    For 23 remarkable years, the Ed Sullivan Show graced television screens, serving as a vibrant platform that welcomed a multitude of iconic artists from all corners of the entertainment world, propelling many careers. We’ve compiled a list of six entertainers who would go on to host their own show and expand upon the talents showcased […]

  • Tuesday, September 26th, 2023

    Iconic Fashion Moments Of The 1960s That Debuted On Ed Sullivan’s Stage

    The 1960s marked a time of revolutionary change in fashion and hair, reflecting the social and cultural shifts of the decade. It was a rebellious time that gave birth to some of the most iconic fashion and hair movements in history. From glamor girl groups to sleek mod looks and free-spirited hippie styles, the 1960s […]

  • Friday, September 8th, 2023

    67 Years Later: Elvis Presley’s Timeless Performances on The Ed Sullivan Show

    Written by: Billy Altman On Monday, July 2, 1956, Ed Sullivan sent off a telegram to Steve Allen, the Tonight Show host who had recently been given an additional weekend comedy/variety program to try and break impresario Sullivan’s dominance over the Sunday 8-9 PM time slot. The previous night, Allen had trounced Sullivan in the […]

  • Thursday, August 24th, 2023

    Harmonizing History: The Captivating Journey of the Kim Sisters

    In recent years, K-pop has taken the world by storm, captivating audiences far beyond its South Korean origins. This global phenomenon has emerged as a powerhouse in the music industry, impacting pop culture, fashion, and entertainment on a global scale. While numerous factors contribute to K-pop’s worldwide popularity, the historic appearance of The Kim Sisters […]

  • Thursday, August 3rd, 2023

    By Making the World His Stage, Ed Sullivan Made America More Worldly

      In the fall of 1957, The Ed Sullivan Show was nearly a decade into its remarkably long run as a staple of America’s Sunday nights. Just one year earlier, the show had introduced the nation to Elvis Presley (from the waist up at least), catapulting him to superstardom. Ed Sullivan had himself become a celebrity […]

  • Tuesday, June 20th, 2023

    What Ed Sullivan Showed Us 

    The TV Series That Changed Not Just Popular Culture But America Made Its Debut 75 Years Ago.    Ed Sullivan was 46 years old and a relative unknown when, on June 20, 1948, the CBS television network introduced him as the host and co-producer of a new Sunday night variety program called the Toast of the […]