18 May 1978 The Buddy Holly Story, starring Gary Busey as Holly, is released in the US. he Buddy Holly Story is a 1978 American biographical film which tells the life story of rock musician Buddy Holly. It features an Academy Award-winning musical score, adapted by Joe Renzetti and Oscar-nominated lead performance by Gary Busey. The film also stars Don Stroud, Charles Martin Smith, Conrad Janis, William Jordan, and Maria Richwine, who played Maria Elena Holly. Songs Video : Rock Around with Olli

Tonight our spotlight on The History of Rock on Film moves through the '50s with THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY ('78). This biopic captures the life and career of rock and roll icon Buddy Holly, with an Oscar-nominated lead performance from Gary Busey. See it tonight at 9:45pm ET. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM