Jackie Gleason, a prominent figure in entertainment, relocated his CBS variety show to Miami Beach in 1964, contributing greatly to the local culture and economy. His presence was valued at $9 million annually in publicity for the city. The show aired from the Miami Beach Auditorium, where Gleason claimed, 'The Miami Beach audience is the greatest audience in the world!' This relocation not only marked a significant change in television history but also embedded Gleason in the fabric of South Florida culture until his departure in 1970.
In the summer of 1964, Gleason made a highly publicized 36-hour train trip from New York to Florida, when he and more than 100 actors, dancers, musicians...
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