Perry Como awarded the first gold record by RIAA

March 14, 1958


The first ever Gold Record was awarded for sales of a million copies, went to Mr. Excitement himself, Perry Como, for his recording of Catch A Falling Star, on this date.

Perry Como, with his relaxed style, was one of the highest-paid performers of his era and his Perry Como Show was the most successful television variety show of the time in both Britain and America. Como sang this song on his show in January 1958 and its exposure contributed to the tune’s success.

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