Oscars Highlight Vietnam War Films and Wayne Return
Hollywooduyed night sees Coming Home and The Deer Hunter sweep key Oscars while John Wayne appears publicly for first time since cancer surgery. Controversy over The Deer Hunter’s portrayal of Vietnam sparks protest as Sir Laurence Olivier receives a special Oscar from Cary Grant.
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The Duke Is Back at the Academy Awards
John Wayne returned to public life after cancer surgery to present Best Picture at the Oscars, receiving a standing ovation as he spoke of weathered but enduring hope. Jane Fonda won for Coming Home, pledging to raise awareness for the handicapped, while Johnny Carson hosted a long but smooth telecast with notable TV touches.
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Tuesday Night Schedule Highlights and Show Lineup
A dense TV guide snapshot lists programs for Tuesday night including Happy Days Laverne and Shirley The Odd Couple Three's Company Merv Griffin Show Barnaby Jones and more across CBS and other networks with a mix of comedies dramas talk shows and movies.
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Merv Griffin
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Dick Cavett
Lucy Show
Ray
Lilias
Barnaby Jones
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