As their hit single “I Got You, Babe” blew up, the husband and wife duo of Sonny and Cher made their way through the television talk show circuit. One of those appearances was on “The Merv Griffin Show” in 1969, which was a really beautiful sight for everyone involved.
Though their music was a fan favorite, they also appealed to fans with their undeniable love for each other, their dance moves, and their choice of clothing. Sonny and Cher even had their own variety television show called Cher Comedy Hour”, which ran from 1971-1974. Of course, Cher has had a full, illustrious career by herself. But oh, these were the days.
Loni Anderson
Despite his controversial nature, Johnny Carson still managed to host the most beautiful women in Tinsel Town on his show. During the late 70s and 80s, Loni Anderson fit the role of the stunning blonde to catch everyone's eye. And naturally, she would find her way on Johnny's show.
She was one of the most attractive actresses of her time, and when she was hired for "WKRP in Cincinnati," producers admitted she was hired for her looks, not her talent. She reminded them of a mix between Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield. But it was soon clear that there was a lot more to her than just looks. She also had the charisma and acting chops to boot.
Shari Belafonte
Although she stands in her own right as a model, singer, and actress, Shari Belafonte was still better known as the daughter of Harry Belafonte than she was for her own accomplishments. That's likely to happen. After all, Harry Belafonte was a really big deal, for a really long time.
Before her role in the popular series, "Hotel," Shari worked mostly behind the camera as a production assistant and publicist. After her popularity increased, she appeared on "The Merv Griffin Show." Though she never outshined her father, she continues to act and has been in countless films and television shows.
Charo
She was born Maria del Rosario Mercedes Pilar Martinez Molina Baeza, but everyone knew her as Charo. She was a talk-show regular, having made multiple visits on "The Tonight Show," "The Merv Griffin Show," and "The Mike Douglas Show." Charo was a talented actress, singer, and comedian, amongst many other natural talents.
Though she struggled with fluent English, the Spanish superstar used her irresistible personality to appeal to English-speaking audiences and soon became a household name with her "cuchi, cuchi" catchphrase. She was so endearing and would cast a spell on all who interviewed her, as you can see here.
The Time of Your Life
Long before "Friends" or "How I Met Your Mother," there was "The Time of Your Life." With a regular cast of characters, the short-lived show had their characters meet up at their regular hangout spot each week, observing and interacting with others. It was a really beloved show that TV viewers couldn't get enough of.
Stars like Jackie Gleason and Betsy Palmer were the focal points of the show, as Gleason's character, Joe, evaluated the true spirit of each newcomer to their spot. And of course, the stars of the show had many noteworthy appearances on the most popular TV chat shows of the era.