gladys knight who performed in
the first episode.
♪
>> he was taking a giant step to
even compete in that arena where
dick clark set to hold with
"american bandstand."
he was brave.
he went out and did it.
we as artists are so grateful to
him for giving us that faith.
>> he presented a parade of
performers to the "soul train"
audience including aretha
franklin, marvin gay, the
jackson 5 and nonr & b stars
like david bowie and elton john.
the show lasted for 35 years.
a lasting legacy for a man who
increased the visibility of
african-american culture and
changed the face of television.
>> i'm don cornelius.
we wish you love.
>> love, peace and soul.
isha is back with the 360 news
bulletin.
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