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Jaleel White's Special Revives Cringe-Worthy Variety Show Memories

2/10/2025

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In 1992, Jaleel White's special marked a turning point for variety shows, once vibrant in vaudeville but now feeling outdated and strange. The author reminisces about the cringe-worthy moments of past specials, notably the notorious Star Wars Holiday Special, which their son hilariously labels as "bad" and "unwatchable."

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Story summary

In 1992, Jaleel White's special marked a turning point for variety shows, once vibrant in vaudeville but now feeling outdated and strange. The author reminisces about the cringe-worthy moments of past specials, notably the notorious Star Wars Holiday Special, which their son hilariously labels as "bad" and "unwatchable."