70s Spots: ‘Barbara Walters Summer Special’ & Harlem Globetrotters Promo (1978)

“Barbara Walters revisits some old friends…” Today, we’re going back 40 years for a pair of promos from late ’78. First up, an airing of The Barbara Walters Summer Special from August ’78. The guests interviewed by Walters are Dolly … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Debut (1976) & ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ (1977)

“You’re invited to meet Laverne and Shirley…” I’ve got two pretty nifty ABC promos for you today. Firstly, from January 1976, a specially-produced spot for the debut of Laverne & Shirley featuring guest star, Fonzie. Second, a fun spot from … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Captain & Tennille’ Show & Avon Cosmetics (1977)

“It’s the new 1977 Capt. and Tennille!” Happy 1977 Day! (Yeah, I just made that up). Here’s a pair of commercials from that double-digit year. First up, a January ABC promo for the Captain & Tennille show. Guest stars include … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Happy Days,’ ‘Future Cop,”Three’s Company’ (1977)

“The love story that shook the world!” A couple of ABC promos for you today. First, Happy Days and a Fonzie Loves Pinky special from January 1977. This whole Fonz and Pinky Tuscadero (Roz Kelly) ordeal was a pretty big … Continue reading

70s Spots (Thanksgiving): ‘Partridge Family/My Three Sons Thanksgiving Reunion’ Promo (1977)

“Fred MacMurray and Shirley Jones host a family reunion!” Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you have a nice, relaxing time with friends and family today. Here’s a brief and obscure ABC promo from November 1977 for Thanksgiving Reunion With The … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Donny & Marie,’ ‘Holmes & YoYo’ ABC Promos (1976)

“Friday night it’s hot stuff!” Today, we have a pair of ABC promos from October of 1976. The first features the Donny & Marie show and a gaggle of guest stars; Sonny & Cher, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, Edgar Bergen, Paul Lynde, … Continue reading