December 1, 1957 – Buddy Holly & The Crickets perform “That’ll be the Day” and “Peggy Sue” on The Ed Sullivan Show. Sullivan calls Buddy back on stage after the second song for an impromptu interview and to solicit another “very nice hand for these Texas youngsters.” This is their first appearance on national TV. It’s a big night on Ed Sullivan Show, in addition Buddy Holly and the Crickets, Sam Cooke performed “You Send Me”, and The Rays performed “Silhouettes” also performing for the first time on national TV. @buddyholly @BuddyHollyCtr #ROCkabillyHop #buddyholly #TheCrickets #SamCooke #TheRays
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