There was a time… when people didn’t go out of their house on Tuesday night at eight o’clock because Milton Berle was on.
Meaning of the quote
In the past, people used to stay home on Tuesday nights at 8 o'clock to watch the TV show of a famous entertainer named Milton Berle. They didn't go out because they didn't want to miss his show, which was very popular at the time.
About Ed McMahon
Ed McMahon was an American TV personality known for his work as Johnny Carson’s sidekick and announcer on The Tonight Show for over 30 years. He also hosted various game shows and events, including the original Star Search and the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon.
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