How: Sweet It Is (1987)

: On October 31, 1987, the Jerry Garcia Band performed the song during their legendary run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City.

: Upon his death, news outlets and fans widely used "How Sweet It Is" as a tribute to his career, which spanned from early nightclub comedy to iconic roles in The Honeymooners and movies like Smokey and the Bandit . Music & Performances How Sweet It Is (1987)

: The Dutch singer released a version of the song on her 1987 album The Best of My Love and performed it on programs like Wie Kent Nederland . : On October 31, 1987, the Jerry Garcia

The year 1987 marked the end of an era for American comedy when , known as "The Great One," passed away on June 24 at age 71. The year 1987 marked the end of an

The song "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)," originally a 1964 hit for Marvin Gaye, remained a staple in 1987 through various artists:

: While Gleason made the phrase a cornerstone of his variety show and characters like Ralph Kramden, it reportedly first appeared in his 1963 film Papa's Delicate Condition .