above picture shows Frani Giordano (top), Dick Clark to left, and Angel Kelly at the bottom. Dick Clark testifies at House Hearing in 1960. Carole Scaldeferri Spada, 'Bandstand' dancer, dies at 70 - Inquirer.com M. Judy Kay. EARLY BANDSTAND FASHIONS. Happy 60th anniversary of the 4th anniversary of Bandstand going national! above picture is from the American Bandstand ice skating party at Drexelbrook, PA. 1950s/1960s POLLS. ARLENE SULLIVAN: Bandstand Diaries - Doylestown Bookshop Dick Clark is about to announce the next act on American Bandstand, "Is there anyone in the house . The baby boomers came of age and for the first time young people went out. ``This is like I died and went straight to heaven, he said. AMERICAN BANDSTAND BLOG. Clarks response, she noted, was to rid the show of those he knew to be gay. American Bandstand & 1960s | The Pop History Dig I enlarged a segment so you could see a few of the Regulars to identify them. ABC-affiliate WFIL-TV at 4548 Market St. broadcast Dick Clark's American Bandstand to a national audience of teenage consumers from 1957 to 1964. He did know, insisted Sullivan, a Southwest Philadelphia native and lead author of Bandstand Diaries: The Philadelphia Years 1956-1963 (Coney Island Press). The dancers that appeared on each show were selected from the crowd prior to each taping. From its earliest days, the show featured young people dancing to a rock-and-roll soundtrack or other popular genres of the day. Don Rondo-White Silver Sands 10. On Sunday at 2am, construction of the Berlin Wall will officially begin. JUSTINE AND BOB. Where Are the American Bandstand Regulars Now? In 1952, Bandstand went on the air locally in Philadelphia, backed by an advertising push. SUCH MATERIAL REMAINS THE COPYRIGHT OF THE ORIGINAL HOLDER AND IS USED HERE SOLEY FOR THE PURPOSES OF EDUCATION, COMPARISON, AND CRITICISM ONLY.NO INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT IS INTENDEDI DO NOT OWN THE COPYRIGHT TO ANY OF THE BACKGROUND SONGS OR MUSIC. Fans would frequently spot her on television as she knew precisely where the cameras were. . Franklin L "Frank" Vanderpuil. One of the first American Bandstand However, she said the boy subsequently told her that Clark told him of a new rule setting the age limit for dancers at 17, which affected many, if not all, of those on his hit list. Dick Clark's secret: 'Bandstand' dancers were - PhillyVoice Feb 2, 2020 - Born in 25 Feb 1950 and died in 3 Jul 1988 Glendale, California Franklin L "Frank" Vanderpuil There's Regular Diana Benero in the outfit her mother made for her, with the hood to her vest. The Regular I most recognize here is Carole Gibson directly to the left of Santa's bag of gifts. They wanted to use these kids for commercials and things.. It's fun to be surprised. PhillyVoice Contributor, [The knowledge about the dancers] would have destroyed himand the show. All rights reserved. The video features dancers Frank Herrera, Rudy Mikaelian, Famous Hooks, Robin Miller, Art Mikaelian, Karen Sudlow and Don Sanuskar. Above picture is of Regulars Nicky Blue and Bunny Gibson inside updated look to the Bandstand studio. Mixed REGULARS Galleries. It's fun to be surprised. Sullivan and most of the young men and women on the show were in fact gay. American Bandstand began as a local program on WFIL-TV (now WPVI), Channel 6 in Philadelphia on October 7, 1952. He had to protect his own image and his own brand, she reasoned. Bandstand Diaries shares some public information and photos about Frani (page 84). I remember saying to this one girl, I have a crush on this guy. She said, He doesnt like girls. I looked at her likethis is the strangest thing I ever heard. A few of the regulars, including Gibson, will be featured on the "American Bandstand" 50th anniversary special airing Friday on ABC. now it's out and it's good. On July 9 of 1956 the show got a new host, a clean-cut 26 year old named Dick Clark. Sisters' Amy Hints at Custody Agreement With Estranged Husband, 1000-Lb. American Bandstand, abbreviated AB, is an American music-performance and dance television program that aired in various versions from 1952 to 1989, and was hosted from 1956 until its final season by Dick Clark, who also served as the program's producer. . Philadelphia's Teens Take a "Stand" | Pennsylvania Center for the Book On the Billboard Hot 100 this week 1) Tossin and Turnin Bobby Lewis 2) I Like It Like That Chris Kenner 3) The Boll Weevil Song Brook Benton 4) Dum Dum Brenda Lee 5) Hats Off To Larry Del Shannon 38) Stand By Me Ben E. King The Bandstand Top 10 today (I can only see the first 8) 1) Lets Twist Again Chubby Checker 2) School Is Out Gary (U.S) Bonds 3) Last Night The Mar-keys 4) Dum Dum Brenda Lee 5) Pretty Little Angel Eyes Curtis Lee 6) Hats Off To Larry Del Shannon 7) Tossin and Turnin Bobby Lewis 8) I Like It Like That Chris Kenner Thank you for watching!_______________________________ This is dedicated to my dad who, through our long car trips together listening to oldies radio (950 KJR Seattle) and by listening to his Turtles (and other) records when I was a kid, first inspired my passion for the wonderful music of the 1960s. Broadcast from Philadelphia, the show had originally begun in 1952. We all went out together, we partied together, we hung [at Rittenhouse Square] together on weekends. ``It was like having a New Years party every day, and when it was over I missed it _ the camaraderie, the dancing _ there was a void.. REGULARS Gallery 3. ``We didnt know what impact this would have on people, said Carmen, 52, who arrived with a trademark blonde streak in her hair. American Bandstand Reunion Part 2 L0ts of Dancing Bandstand played the new rock 'n roll music and featured kids from local high schools dancing to the music. He spoke of his youth, of Bandstand and his favorite gal . American Bandstand in Philadelphia. Coming Of Age. I lost my dad this week, Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Bunny Gibson 9:08, Frani Giordano, 15:23As mentioned in the video, Id like to give a huge thank you to Uncle George and @jthyme for getting me this rare clip. Saturday in Broadcast History .. April 29th - Puget Sound Radio Interracial couples were . They were introduced as a result of an email sent to the Fifties Web. That at least is the word from a former "American Bandstand" dancer who claims in a recently published book that Clark knew that a significant number of the teens who appeared on his. And, reports Arlene Sullivan, he culled his shows ranks of those kids in order to save his squeaky-clean image and the brand that would make him one of the entertainment worlds most famous and influential figures. Known as the Regulars, they became the nation's first reality stars. your own Pins on Pinterest Bad Bunny, Kendall Jenner Walk Met Gala Carpet Solo Amid Dating Rumors, Kendall Jenner Shows Off Her Nude Butt at the 2023 Met Gala: Photos, Kylie Jenner's 2023 Met Gala Gown Is Stunning! See Which Celebrities Announced Pregnancies in 2023 So Far, Are Diddy and Yung Miami Still Dating? The 60s Official Site - American Bandstand In August 1963, ABC reassigned American Bandstand to Saturday afternoon. American Bandstand is an iconic audio-visual time capsule encompassing four decades worth of dances, performances, fashions and fads in popular music. Discover (and save!) The show was moved to Los Angeles in 1964. Then I said, I still like this guy. For some reason, I didnt care. Sour, cynical and insanely funny: 'Veep' returns to HBO, Hard Rock could lay down the beat to Atlantic Citys revival, Hate to say this, but maybe Trump is right about PBS, SEPTA to close 10 subway stations for upcoming weekend cleanings, General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour due to salmonella contamination, 'Breaking Bad' stars Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul appear on 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' set, NFL rumors: Eagles-Giants is the 'leader' to be first Black Friday game, Breast cancer screenings for Black women should begin earlier, study finds, Bryce Harper could return to Phillies' lineup on Tuesday. American Bandstand was a massively popular television dance program from 1952-1989, with it's prime years being filmed in Philadelphia from 1952-1963. I know American Bandstand fans appreciate the effort that Frank put into recording it and to Don for preserving his VCR tape copy for all these years for all of us to enjoy. I am not old enough to remember American Bandstand (which ran until 1989), let alone its early years in Philadelphia (1956-1963) before the show moved to Los Angeles. The Bandstand Regulars at picnicLeft to right: Fran Hardman, Bonnie Harden, Mary Ann Cuff, Arlene Sullivan, Kenny Rossi, and Pat Molittieri. Bobby Rydell and Fabian, two other rock n roll celebrities with Philadelphia and ``Bandstand roots, recalled how a gig on the nationally broadcast show meant enormous exposure that led to movie contracts and other TV appearances. But he arrived Tuesday, beaming in a pink Dick Clark novelty tie. Though they split, they were happy . Thanks for watching. And another "Bandstand" regular, Eddie Kelly, confirms, "It's true. A funeral director in Newtown Square confirmed Monday night that Mrs. Spada had died, but declined to divulge the details before meeting with her family. Sullivan, who came out decades ago, spoke of one particular young man, now deceased, who was a victim of Clarks campaign. See Photos, Ben Affleck Has More Tattoos Than You Think: See Photos of His Ink, Melissa and Joe Gorga Have Had Many Ups and Downs: Relationship Timeline, Hollywood Stars Who Gave Up Fame for Other Jobs, '90 Day Fiance' Star Cynthia Decker Lists 'Dream Home' For Sale: Tour, The Kardashians-Jenners Have Messy Homes Too: See Rare Photos, Sister Wives Star Janelle Browns Home Is Fit For a Large Family: Photos, Why Did the Menendez Brothers Kill Their Parents? American Bandstand - Dick Clark Productions American Bandstand 1961 - 4th Anniversary Show (Partial Episode Vintage LL Bean Lamb Wool Blend Turtleneck . Are 90 Day Fiance's Big Ed and Liz Still Together After Tell-All Drama? When it first began, the dancing . To recognize the anniversary, Gov. American Bandstand aired five days a week in live national broadcast until 1963, when the show moved west to Los Angeles and began a 24-year run as a taped weekly program with Dick Clark as host . As teenager in the late 1970s I always enjoyed watching American Bandstand on Saturday afternoons. you will see the enlarged picture but also just might find a number of other pictures of the same regular. 'BANDSTAND' TURNS 40 WITH ROCK CELEBRATION - Orlando Sentinel ``You knew when you were on `American Bandstand something good was going to happen, Rydell said. Tuesday, Justine Carrelli and Bob Clayton took another spin in the same studio, where they joined more than two dozen other middle-aged teen dancers from ``American Bandstand. Host Dick Clark and former teen idols such as Chubby Checker and Connie Francis also made it to the 40th anniversary celebration. The decade was one big youth-quake. The Regulars | American Bandstand Diaries The Philly Years Where It All Began Philadelphia The Philadelphia high school Regulars who danced on Dick Clark's American Bandstand in the late 1950s and early 1960s became national celebrities and America's first reality stars. BCTV Dance Party Welcomes American Bandstand Dancers Only posts relevant to the nostalgic visual capture of that era. 'American Bandstand' Couple Justine Carrelli and Bob Clayton Remember