Check our Top 50 Videos of 2025 From The Ed Sullivan Show!
As we close out another remarkable year filled with unforgettable performances, milestone anniversaries, and timeless nostalgia, we are excited to spotlight the Top 10 video releases from The Ed Sullivan Show in 2025. These clips didn’t just captivate longtime fans, they also introduced a new generation to the iconic artists and historic moments that helped shape modern entertainment.
Whether viewers were reliving memories or discovering these performances for the first time, each release transported audiences back to an era when legends were just beginning their rise. We hope you enjoy revisiting these iconic moments, and we look forward to bringing you even more extraordinary performances in the year ahead as we continue connecting both classic fans and new audiences to the magic of The Ed Sullivan Show.
- Karen Valentine – Blame It On The Bossa Nova
In this clip Karen Valentine lights up The Ed Sullivan Show with her fun take on “Blame It On The Bossa Nova,” a routine she first performed during the Miss Teenage America pageant, where she quickly became an audience favorite. Her appearance on the Sullivan stage offers a glimpse of the bright personality and timing that would later define her television career, including her Emmy-winning role on Room 222. It’s an early look at the talent and charm that helped launch her into the national spotlight.
2. The Mamas & The Papas – Dedicated To The One I Love
On June 11, 1967, The Mamas & The Papas returned to The Ed Sullivan Show with a moving performance of “Dedicated to the One I Love,” highlighting the beautifully blended vocals of Cass Elliot and Michelle Phillips. The song had become one of their standout hits of 1967 and this appearance captures the group during a period of remarkable creative momentum. Their harmonies and distinctive California sound are on full display, offering a clear snapshot of why they became one of the defining groups of the era.
3. Annette Funicello – No Way To Go But Up
Annette Funicello brought her trademark ease and warmth to The Ed Sullivan Show with “No Way to Go But Up,” on March 6, 1966. By this time, she was already a familiar face to American audiences, transitioning seamlessly from her Mouseketeer days into a successful film and music career. Her performance reflects the friendly, approachable style that made her a household name and a cherished figure in 1960s pop culture.
4. The Cast Of Oliver & Davy Jones – I’d Do Anything
Davy Jones joined the cast of Oliver! on February 9, 1964, performing “I’d Do Anything” on The Ed Sullivan Show. In a fun twist of television history, this appearance took place the same night The Beatles made their groundbreaking U.S. debut, a group The Monkees would later be famously compared to. Long before that chapter of his career, Jones’s performance here highlights the polished stage presence and natural charm he developed as a young theater actor, offering an early glimpse of the star he would soon become.
5. The Crew Cuts – Sh-Boom
On December 12, 1954, The Crew Cuts brought “Sh-Boom” to The Ed Sullivan Show at the peak of its success, delivering the smooth harmonies and upbeat rhythm that helped carry the song to the top of the charts. Their performance reflects the moment doo-wop was breaking into mainstream popularity and shows why this group became one of the genre’s early ambassadors.
6. Jayne Mansfield – The Army Goes Rolling Along
Jayne Mansfield makes her second consecutive appearance in our Top 10, last year for her violin performance, and this year for her spirited take on “The Army Goes Rolling Along.” In this August 11th, 1957, appearance, Mansfield embraced a patriotic theme with a playful touch, offering yet another example of her wide-ranging talent. The number captures her at a formative point in her career as she continued expanding her presence in film, television, and live performance.
7. Patty Duke – Dona Dona
Patty Duke offered a gentle, reflective rendition of “Dona Dona” during her 1968 appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show. Known primarily for her acclaimed acting work, Duke revealed a more intimate side of her artistry through this folk classic. Her performance carries a quiet sincerity, making it a standout moment from her late-1960s television appearances.
8. Sam The Sham & The Pharaohs – Ring Dang Doo
Sam the Sham & The Pharaohs brought their unmistakable personality to The Ed Sullivan Show with “Ring Dang Doo.” Riding the enormous popularity of “Wooly Bully,” the band delivered a lively, offbeat performance led by Domingo “Sam” Samudio, this time trading his trademark turban for a gold sequined sports coat. The number captures the loose, fun spirit of mid-’60s garage rock and the band’s flair for theatrics that made them audience favorites.
9. Karen Valentine – Can’t Get A Man With A Gun
On March 29, 1964, Karen Valentine returned to The Ed Sullivan Show with a playful rendition of “Can’t Get a Man With a Gun” from Annie Get Your Gun. Still early in her career, Valentine brought bright personality and crisp comedic timing to the classic show tune, showcasing the natural stage presence that first earned her national attention. This appearance offers another early glimpse of the talent that would later make her a standout television star and an Emmy-winning actress.
10. Vaughn Monroe – (Ghost) Riders In The Sky
In this video Vaughn Monroe showcased his deep, resonant voice in a memorable performance of “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky” on The Ed Sullivan Show, in 1949. Already a leading figure in the big band era, Monroe brought dramatic storytelling and vocal power to this Western ballad, which became one of his defining recordings. The song’s longevity is clear today, as countless artists continue to reinterpret it across genres.