We Remember Ray Manzarek of The Doors, and Other Recently Departed Notables. Ford's 50th Anniversary Show in 1953.
Summary: We remember some recent personalities in the world of entertainment that we have lost, on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Among them, Ray Manzarek, of Doors fame; Annette Funicello Van Cliburn, Roger Ebert, and Jean Stapleton to name a few. We remember them all on this episode. In addition, we remember the 60th Anniversary of "The Ford 50th Anniversary Show". The live, two-hour celebration of Ford's golden jubilee was broadcast live over NBC and CBS simultaneously in June of 1953. Presenting a history of the years 1903-1953 in music, film, and appearances by well-known personalities, this program is still remembered to this day. Join us on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!