TV ads in the 1980s were more daring than many people remember. While the decade is known for big hair and bold fashion, it also pushed the limits of what could air on television. Some commercials were unexpectedly edgy, shocking, or even controversial for their time.
Holiday TV used to be full of charming specials that brought families together each year. Many of those once-beloved programs have now vanished, replaced by new traditions or forgotten entirely. Some were strange, some heartwarming, but all had a special place in seasonal memories.
Remember those toys from TV commercials you begged for, only to have them vanish before you could get your hands on them? Here’s a look at 15 toys that disappeared too soon.
These 15 Saturday morning cartoons were once popular but slowly disappeared from TV without much explanation.
These 12 TV characters were suddenly written out of their shows without a proper exit or explanation.
TV ads from the ’80s and ’90s weren’t just about selling — they were weird, random, and sometimes downright creepy. Long before viral videos, companies used strange ideas to grab attention, even if they made no sense at all. Many of these commercials confused viewers; today, they’re remembered more for their oddness than their products.