1993 Death John Steadman, actor (Gator, Fade to Black), dies of lung ailment 83 1968 Event "Fade Out-Fade In" closes at Mark Hellinger Theater New York City after 72 performances 1965 Event "Fade Out-Fade In" opens at Mark Hellinger Theater New York City for 72 performances 1964 Event "Fade Out-Fade In" closes at Mark Hellinger New York City after 199 performances 1964 Event "Fade Out-Fade In" opens at Mark Hellinger Theater New York City for 199 performances 1957 Event Buddy Holly and Crickets released 2nd single "Oh Boy!"/"Not Fade Away"