This Day in UK Entertainment History – 4 November

From Beatlemania to the Spice Girls, 4 November has seen some memorable moments in British entertainment history.

Let’s take a trip down memory lane and look at some highlights from this day.

1963 – The Beatles Perform at the Royal Variety Show

The Beatles made history at London’s Prince of Wales Theatre, performing before the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret. John Lennon’s cheeky introduction to Twist and Shout, asking those in the cheaper seats to clap while the rest rattled their jewellery, became legendary.

1961 – Cliff Richard Scores an Album Number One

Cliff Richard and The Shadows celebrated a major success as 21 Today reached the top of the UK Albums Chart, marking Cliff’s first Number One album.

2000 – Spice Girls Return to Number One

The Spice Girls topped the UK Singles Chart with their double A-side single Holler / Let Love Lead the Way, proving their pop appeal was still going strong.

2006 – McFly Hit the Top

British pop-rock favourites McFly enjoyed another chart triumph as Star Girl reached Number One in the UK Singles Chart.

A Day to Remember

From The Beatles’ unforgettable Royal Variety appearance to the chart success of the Spice Girls and McFly, 4 November has delivered plenty of British entertainment nostalgia.

What’s your favourite memory from these iconic artists?