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Before Die Hard: Willis' Iconic Moonlighting Role
24 Jul
Summary
- Moonlighting launched Bruce Willis' career before Die Hard.
- The show featured a memorable theme song by Al Jarreau.
- It was recognized as one of Time's best TV shows ever.
Long before embodying the action hero John McClane in Die Hard, Bruce Willis established his acting prowess in the acclaimed comedy-drama Moonlighting. The series, which aired between 1985 and 1989, showcased Willis alongside Cybill Shepherd as David and Maddie, two private investigators heading the Blue Moon Detective Agency.
The show's enduring appeal is underscored by its lasting recognition. In 2007, Moonlighting was notably included in Time magazine's prestigious list of the 100 Best TV Shows of All-Time. Furthermore, the dynamic between its lead characters, David and Maddie, was celebrated by TV Guide as one of the best romantic pairings in television history.
