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There was nothing more magical than taking your kids to ToysRUs where there were toys as far as the eye could see. Watching them dart from one end of the aisle to the next in sheer excitement was such a joy to witness. Somehow I don’t see how online shopping can be as magical.
At its peak in 2000 ToysRUs had over 1,600 stores worldwide. ToysRUs failed to capitalize with an online prescience which accelerated its demise. The company also faced financial difficulties due to high debt levels resulting from a leveraged buyout in 2005. n 2017, Toys “R” Us filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States and Canada. Despite efforts to reorganize Toys “R” Us announced in March 2018 that it would liquidate its U.S. operations and close all of its stores. There is a ToysRUs.com now, but somehow it’s not the same as seeing the magic in your kids’ eyes at the store.
Anthony! The Prince Spaghetti Day ad ran for 13 years starting in 1969. Sadly, Anthony Martignetti passed in 2020 at the age of 63. Prince Pasta is now owned by New World Pasta. Would that make it the Pasta formerly known as Prince?
ABC Sunday Night Movie was a TV staple from 1962 to 2004
The program presented theatrical feature films airing on TV for the first time, often edited for time.
It provided viewers with the opportunity to watch a wide variety of movies from different genres.
The exact movie lineup varied from week to week, so viewers could expect to see a mix of new releases, beloved classics, and occasional made-for-television movies.
The advent of such cable television networks as HBO, Cinemax along with VCRs led to the decline of theatrical films regularly airing
In 1970 unknown actress Farrah Fawcett starred in this ad for the Mercury Cougar. This was the “second generation” of the car. The first generation Cougar was a “pony car” to compete with the Chevy Camaro. A pony car is a class of compact, sporty vehicles inspired by the success of the Ford Mustang. This Cougar had a longer and wider body featuring a more pronounced grille and a more formal appearance. It listed for $4791 which is the 2023 equivalent to over $39,000.
Farrah’s career of course went on to be a huge success with her own shampoo line and Charlie’s Angels.
Diana Rigg was a British actress known for her role as Emma Peel in the 1960s TV series The Avengers. She was also a prominent stage actress and had a successful career in film and television. In this article, we will explore her life and career, focusing on her role in The Avengers and what she has done since. We will also take a look at her personal life, including her age and family.
Early Life and Career
Diana Rigg was born on July 20, 1938, in Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. She attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began her career in theater. Her breakthrough role came in 1965 when she was cast as Emma Peel in the TV series The Avengers. The show was a huge success and made Rigg a household name.
The Avengers
Rigg’s portrayal of Emma Peel in The Avengers was groundbreaking for its time. She was a strong, independent woman who was not afraid to take on the bad guys. Her character was a feminist icon, and Rigg’s performance was praised for its wit and intelligence. She was also known for her fashion sense, wearing tight leather outfits that became a fashion trend.
Film and Television Career
After leaving The Avengers, Rigg continued to have a successful career in film and television. She appeared in several movies, including On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, The Hospital, and Evil Under the Sun. She also appeared in TV shows like Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, and Victoria. Rigg was nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Emmy, Tony, and BAFTA awards.
Personal Life
Diana Rigg was married twice. Her first marriage was to Menachem Gueffen, an Israeli painter, in 1973. They had a daughter together, named Rachael. The couple divorced in 1976. Rigg’s second marriage was to Archibald Stirling, a Scottish businessman, in 1982. They had a daughter named Louisa. Stirling passed away in 2020.
Later Years and Legacy
In her later years, Rigg continued to act and was a respected figure in the industry. She was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1994 for her services to drama. Rigg passed away on September 10, 2020, at the age of 82.
The Bic Banana pen was a writing instrument introduced by Bic Corporation in the 1970s. The pen was distinctive for its shape, which resembled a banana, and its bright yellow color. The concept behind the Bic Banana pen was to create a fun and unique writing tool that would appeal to both children and young adults.
The Bic Banana pen was marketed as a fun and playful writing instrument. The marketing campaign featured bright and colorful advertisements that showcased the unique shape and design of the pen. The advertisements also emphasized the durability and reliability of the pen, highlighting Bic’s reputation for quality writing instruments.
The Bic Banana pen was a popular item in the 1970s and 1980s. However, its popularity began to decline in the 1990s the novelty of the Bic Banana pen began to wear off, and it became less appealing to consumers.
Despite its decline in popularity, the Bic Banana pen remains a unique and memorable writing instrument. It is often sought after by collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate its playful design and nostalgic appeal. Today, the Bic Corporation continues to produce a wide range of writing instruments, but the Bic Banana pen has been discontinued and is no longer available for sale.
Here is a commercial from 1967 when McDonald’s was boasting that they had 600 restaurants. I probably haven’t heard this jingle since I was a kid and I was able to start singing along with it. A perfect jingle since the goal is for you to remember the place and hopefully, the song gets stuck in your head!
It’s hard to believe this song was performed on the Lawrence Welk Show in 1971. At the end of the clip, Lawrence Welk calls it a modern spiritual song. It is not known if this was serious or if a writer pulled a prank on the show but this song One Toke Over The Line was originally performed by Brewer and Shipley and the lyrics are a direct reference to smoking the Mary Jane, weed, reefer or jive LOL.
If your dad made you watch Lawrence Welk like mine did, you can now show them the type of abuse you had to endure!
Oh, the money I spent on collecting these mini helmets, twenty-five cents at a time. Of course, you would get duplicates and never the team you wanted it seemed. Fortunately, I grew up with four other brothers that I could trade with but these weren’t like the baseball trading cards most of my friends collected. Today, you didn’t have to buy them a couple at a time but you can go to eBay and buy the whole collection for just twenty-five bucks!
