November 11, 1957 El Capitan Theatre, Hollywood, CA

The Guy Mitchell Show

Monday, November 11, 1957

Guy Mitchell (born Al Cernik) was a popular singer of the 1950's whose hit record, “Singing The Blues,” set a Billboard chart record when it stayed in the No. 1 spot for 10 consecutive weeks in the fall of 1956. He also had top ten hits with “Rock-A-Billy” and “Heartaches by the Number.” Mitchell’s chart success is no doubt one reason why ABC created a musical variety show for him in the fall of 1957. Sam is not mentioned in TV Guide as being a guest on the show; only Peggy King is named, but the Mitchell Estate confirmed that Sam appeared on the show, and also advised that there is no existing film footage. Based on the timing, Sam certainly must have performed “You Send Me,” and more than likely an additional duet number with the host.