On January 28, 1986, Americans watched the launch of Space Shuttle Challenger.
Died 1986
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    In 1936 the king of England abdicated his throne for “the woman I love.” That woman was Wallis Simpson. 
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    Donna Reed is the quintessential TV mom. We look back at the actress behind the pop culture icon. 
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    Twenty-seven years after Desi Arnaz’s death, we’re showcasing three of the ways he helped influence television. 
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    Ted Knight easily could have been typecast as an incompetent buffoon. 
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    Benny Goodman launched the musical careers of many who would go on to become legends themselves. 
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    Cary Grant was the definition of the leading man. 
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    When I was in junior high, it was the ultimate in bookish-girl chic to be seen clandestinely carrying around a V.C. Andrews novel… 
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    Ray Milland died 25 years ago on this day. Here are 25 facts about the actor best known for his role in “The Lost Weekend.” 
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    On Jan. 28, 1986, teacher Christa McAuliffe nearly became the first civilian in space.