✍🎭Penelope Speeris -- Birthdate Conflict -- b.12/2/1945 N.S. or 12/2/1946 N.S.
Screenwriter, Producer/Director
Movie Titles: The Little Rascals (1994), Black Sheep, The Decline of Western Cilvilization, Wayne's World
🎭🎮Keith Szarabajka -- is 67 in the year 2019 and 68 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1952
Actor, Cartoon Voice Actor, Video Game Voice Actor
TV Shows: The Equalizer, Angel, Golden Years (miniseries)
Movie Titles: The Green Mile, The Dark Knight
Video Games: Skylanders (series), Batman (series), Transformers (series), Spider-Man (series), Xenosaga (series), Star Wars (series)
✍🎭Dan Butler -- is 65 in the year 2019 and 66 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1954
Writer, TV Actor, Director, Gay
TV Shows: Frasier (as Bulldog Briscoe)
Movie Titles: Silence of the Lambs, Enemy of the State, Crazy Stupid Love
🎭🎵Patty Petersen -- is 65 in the year 2019 and 66 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1954
Teacher, Actress, Songwriter, Country Singer
Names/Places: Paul's sister; now known as Patti Petersen Mirkovich
Misc: retired from acting in 1966
TV Shows: The Donna Reed Show (as Trisha Stone)
🎭Lucy Alexis Liu -- is 51 in the year 2019 and 52 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1968
Actress, Cartoon Voice Actress, Producer/Director
TV Shows: Pearl (as Amy Li), Ally McBeal (as Ling Woo), Elementary (as Dr. Joan Watson)
Movie Titles: Lucky Number Slevin, Kung Fu Panda, Shanghai Noon, Charlie's Angels (2000, 2003 as Full Throttle), Ballistic, Codename: The Cleaner
🎭Joe Lo Truglio -- is 49 in the year 2019 and 50 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1970
Actor, Cartoon Voice Actor, Producer
TV Shows: Brooklyn Nine-Nine (as Mr. Edwards)
Movie Titles: Superbad, Wreck-It Ralph, Pineapple Express
🎭Janna Michaels -- is 37 in the year 2019 and 38 in the year 2020; b.12/2/1982
Cartoon Voice Actor, Actress
Misc: retired from acting in 1997
TV Shows: What a Dummy (as Maggie Brannigan), TaleSpin (as Molly Cunningham)
Movie Titles: Little Giants, If These Walls Could Talk, Bushwhacked
🎭William Gaxton -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1893 d.2/2/1963 (69)
Actor, Vaudevillan
⚛🎭Dr. Peter Carl Goldmark -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1906 d.12/7/1977 (71)
Engineer, Inventor, TV Executive, Hungarian
Misc: of CBS; developed the first commercial colour-television system and the 33 1/3 revolutions-per-minute (rpm) long-playing (LP) phonograph record, which revolutionized the recording industry.
🎭Bill Erwin -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1914 d.12/29/2010 (96)
Actor
TV Shows: Seinfeld (as the grumpy old man)
🎭Ezra Stone -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1917 d.3/3/1994 (76)
TV/Stage/Radio Actor, TV Producer/Director
Names/Places: b. in New Bedford, MA
Misc: The Aldrich Family's Henry Aldrich (radio); known for his high-pitched voice responding "coming, mother" to the command "Hen-Ree!"
🎵Milton Delugg -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1918 d.4/6/2015 (96)
Arranger, Composer, Accordionist, Bandleader
Misc: was in various 1950s TV shows
TV Shows: The Gong Show (bandleader)
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🎨Jack Davis -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1924 N.S. d.7/27/2016 N.S. (91)
Illustrator
Names/Places: RN: Jack Burton Davis Jr.
Misc: drew posters for movies such as "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World"; poked fun at celebrities and politicians for decades; his work appeared on the covers of Time and TV Guide; designed album covers such as one for "The TV Album" for a "Weird Al" Yankovic collection of TV novelty songs
Book Titles: MAD Magazine
🎭Jonathan Frid -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1925 d.4/13/2012 (86)
Actor
TV Shows: Dark Shadows (as Barnabas Collins)
🎭Nadja Regin -- Birth Anniversary -- b.12/2/1931 N.S. d.4/6/2019 N.S. (87)
Actor, Serbian
TV Shows: The Benny Hill Show, Danger Man, The Saint
Movie Titles: From Russia With Love, Goldfinger
✍Stephen Potter -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/1/1900 d.12/2/1969 (69)
Humorist, British
Misc: best known for his mocking self-help books and their film and television derivatives
🎵Mo Jaffe -- Death Anniversary -- b.10/23/1901 d.12/2/1972 (71)
Songwriter, Novelty Singer, Bandleader
✍🎭Marty Feldman -- Death Anniversary -- b.7/8/1933 d.12/2/1982 (49)
Screen/Scriptwriter, TV/Movie Actor, Comedian, English
Misc: Popular English TV personality with bulging eyes, shaggy hair, & a hooked nose; some say 1934; d. of a heart attack in Mexico
TV Shows: The Marty Feldman Comedy Machine
Movie Titles: Young Frankenstein
🎭🎵Desi Arnaz -- Death Anniversary -- b.3/2/1917 d.12/2/1986 (69)
Hall of Famer, TV/Movie Actor, TV Host, Producer/Director, Foreign Singer, Bandleader, Cuban
Names/Places: b. in Santiago; RN:Desiderio Alberto Arnaz y de Archa III; 2x Lucille Ball's hubby
Misc: executive producer with Lucille Ball for sitcoms The Mothers-In-Law, The Lucy Show, The Ann Sothern Show, The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour, I Love Lucy, and Willy
TV Shows: I Love Lucy (as Ricky Ricardo & creator), Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (host)
✍🎭Robert "Bob" Cummings -- Death Anniversary -- b.6/9/1910 N.S. d.12/2/1990 N.S. (80)
Author, TV/Movie Actor, Comedian, TV Director
Names/Places: b. in Joplin, Mo; wed 5x's; d. in Woodland Hills, Calif.
Misc: some say b. in 1908
TV Shows: The Bob Cummings Show's/Love that Bob (as Bob Collins/Carson)
✍🎭Cal Tinney -- Death Anniversary -- b.2/2/1908 d.12/2/1993 (85)
Humorist, Actor, Comedian
Misc: radio: Stop Me If You Heard This One
✍📰🎭Joey Adams -- Death Anniversary -- b.1/6/1911 d.12/2/1999 (88)
Author, Columnist, TV Actor, Comedian
Names/Places: b. in New York City; FN:Joseph Abramowitz
Misc: Nightclubs, numerous books on comedy
Book Titles: Borscht Belt
🎭Christopher Evan Welch -- Death Anniversary -- b.9/28/1965 d.12/2/2013 (48)
Actor
Misc: known for his comic skills; played characters who were foolish, weak, conniving, or otherwise beset by moral turpitude
🎵Bobby Keyes -- Death Anniversary -- b.12/18/1953 d.12/2/2014 N.S. (60)
Saxophonist
Misc: sessionist with The Rolling Stones, Harry Nilsson, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, Joe Cocker, and more.
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In 1924, 12 x 02 = 24
In 1929, The Mickey Mouse film, “The Haunted House”, is completed.
In 1949, Gene Autryʹs song, “Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer,” hit the record charts. A Montgomery Ward ad man, Robert L. May, came up with a “Red-Nosed Reindeer” promotion in 1939, and the name Rudolph was chosen.
In 1949, “I Yust Go Nuts At Christmas” by Yogi Yorgesson entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1950, R.C., “The Thing” by Phil Harris hit number one on the pop chart.
In 1961, On the cover of TV Guide: “Joey Bishop”. Other Articles: Dennis Weaver, National Velvet
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #47. “The Chain of Command”. The Skipper worries that something is going to happen to him, so he begins to train Gilligan to be a leader. The Skipper then disappears leaving Gilligan in charge, with predictable results!
In 1965, Walt Disneyʹs movie “That Darn Cat!” opened in movie theaters.
In 1969, “Master” Tony Nelson finally grants Jeannieʹs wish, and marries her on “I Dream Of Jeannie.”
In 1972, Carly Simonʹs “Youʹre So Vain” is released. Background vocals include Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones.
In 1972, Doctor Hookʹs “Cover of the Rolling Stone” was released.
In 1974, The number one Billboard Pop Hit: “Kung Fu Fighting,” Carl Douglas. The song originally was to be released as the B side to “I Want to Give You My Everything.”
In 1975, Disco group Silver Convention earns a gold record for “Fly, Robin, Fly,” which hit number one on the pop chart. It was certified Gold by the RIAA. Whatʹs so remarkable about the song that the complete lyrics were “Fly, Robin, Fly, (repated thrice); Up Up To The Sky.” Thatʹs it. This song is has just six words.
In 1978, (NOTE NATURE OF ITEM) in “Saturday Night Liveʹs” last “Bees” sketch Walter Matthau, coach of the Bad News Bees, counsels his young ballplayers about self gratification.
In 1978, R.C., “Do Ya Think Iʹm Sexy” by Rod Stewart peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart; it was parodied the next year.
In 1978, R.C., “You Donʹt Bring Me Flowers” by Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; it was parodied into “You Donʹt Bring Me Floriculturally Diverse Polyfragrant Soilistically Challenged Multipetaled Victims of Pesticidal Food Chain Chauvinism”, by The Capitol Steps.
In 1981, American pop singer Britney Spears born in Kentwood, Louisiana.
In 1983, MTV aired the full-length Michael Jackson “Thriller” video for the first time.
In 1987, “The Grabowski Shuffle” video by Mike Ditka and The Grabowskis was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1988, The film, “Who Framed Roget Rabbit” is released in theaters in the United Kingdom.
In 1988, “The Naked Gun” based on the short-lived TV show “Police Squad” starring Leslie Neilsen opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1990, Actor Bob Cummings died in Woodland Hills, California, at age 80.
In 2003, “Tracy Morgan Show” premiered on NBC
In 2011, “Austin and Ally” began airing on Disney Channel
In 2024, 12 x 02 = 24
In 1944, “The Trolley Song” by Judy Garland charted at number 10 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1950, “The Thing” by Phil Harris charted at number 1 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Big Bad John” by Jimmy Dean charted at number 1 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Goodbye Cruel World” by James Darren charted at number 4 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “The Lion Sleeps Tonight (Wemoweh)” by The Tokens charted at number 36 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1967, “An Open Letter To My Teenage Son” by Victor Lundberg charted at number 10 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1967, “Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)” by Hombres charted at number 23 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1967, “Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)” by John Fred And His Playboy Band charted at number 74 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1967, “Hooray For The Salvation Army Band” by Bill Cosby charted at number 78 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1967, “A Letter To Dad” by Every Father's Teenage Son charted at number 97 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1972, “Crazy Horses” by The Osmonds charted at number 15 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1972, “Rockin' Pneumonia (and The Boogie Woogie Flu)” by Johnny Rivers charted at number 19 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1972, “Convention” by Delegates charted at number 21 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1978, “Y.M.C.A.” by Village People charted at number 15 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1978, “Bicycle Race” by Queen charted at number 41 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “We Didn't Start The Fire” by Billy Joel charted at number 2 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Swing The Mood” by Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers charted at number 26 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson” by DJ Jazzy Jeff And The Fresh Prince charted at number 60 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Principal's Office” by Young MC charted at number 65 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Owwww!” by Chunky A (Arsenio Hall) charted at number 96 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los del Rio charted at number 57 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “Kiss This” by Aaron Tippin charted at number 78 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
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In 2017, “Do-Re-Mi” by Blackbear Featuring Gucci Mane charted at number 42 on the U.S. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1961, “My Boomerang Won't Come Back” by Charlie Drake charted at number 26 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Sucu Sucu” by Nina And Frederick charted at number 27 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “The Coffee Song (They've Got An Awfil Lot Of Coffee In Brazil)” by Frank Sinatra charted at number 39 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Toy Balloon” by Russ Conway charted at number 45 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “King Kong” by Terry Lightfoot charted at number 47 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1972, “My Ding-a-Ling” by Chuck Berry charted at number 1 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1972, “Mouldy Old Dough” by Lieutenant Pigeon charted at number 14 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1978, “Bicycle Race / Fat Bottomed Girls” by Queen charted at number 13 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
In 1978, “A Taste Of Aggro” by The Barron Knights charted at number 19 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1978, “Doctor Who” by Mankind charted at number 45 on the U.K. Pop Singles Chart
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In 1950, “Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer” by Gene Autry or Bing Crosby charted at number 18 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Goodbye Cruel World” by James Darren charted at number 1 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
In 1961, “Big Bad John” by Jimmy Dean charted at number 4 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
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In 1978, “Bicycle Race / Fat Bottomed Girls” by Queen charted at number 82 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “We Didn't Start The Fire” by Billy Joel charted at number 2 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Swing The Mood” by Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers charted at number 3 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Lump” by The Presidents Of The United States Of America charted at number 25 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
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In 2000, “Who Let The Dogs Out” by Baha Men charted at number 1 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
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In 2017, “Man's Not Hot” by Big Shaq (Michael Dapaah) charted at number 34 on the Australian Pop Singles Chart
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In 1989, “We Didn't Start The Fire” by Billy Joel charted at number 21 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “Who Let The Dogs Out” by Baha Men charted at number 1 on the New Zealand Pop Singles Chart
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In 2000, “Who Let The Dogs Out” by Baha Men charted at number 15 on the Sweden Pop Singles Chart
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In 1972, “I Put A Spell On You” by Creedence Clearwater Revival charted at number 12 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
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In 1978, “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” by Meat Loaf charted at number 5 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 1978, “Bicycle Race” by Queen charted at number 6 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 1978, “Greased Lightnin'” by John Travolta charted at number 14 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “We Didn't Start The Fire” by Billy Joel charted at number 42 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Like A Rolling Stone” by The Rolling Stones charted at number 10 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “Who Let The Dogs Out” by Baha Men charted at number 5 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “I Want Candy” by Aaron Carter charted at number 70 on the Dutch Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Let Me Be A Drag Queen” by Sister Queen charted at number 10 on the France Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Scatman's World” by Scatman John charted at number 15 on the France Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Lump” by The Presidents Of The United States Of America charted at number 21 on the France Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “The Real Slim Shady” by Eminem charted at number 56 on the France Pop Singles Chart
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In 1972, “Popcorn” by Hot Butter charted at number 6 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart
In 1978, “Bicycle Race” by Queen charted at number 7 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Swing The Mood” by Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers charted at number 4 on the Norway Pop Singles Chart
In 1972, “Popcorn” by Hot Butter charted at number 8 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart
In 1989, “Swing The Mood” by Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers charted at number 8 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart
In 1995, “Jingle Bells” by Yello charted at number 35 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart
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In 1995, “Wild 'N Free” by Rednex charted at number 49 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart
In 2000, “The Real Slim Shady” by Eminem charted at number 44 on the Swiss Pop Singles Chart
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