As this historic year comes to a close, we'd like to recognize those who made history through their contributions as filmmakers, actors and icons. Today we remember those we lost but will never forget. #TCMRemembers | Turner Classic Movies: TCM

15K views · 262 reactions | One of the first documentaries to spotlight gay life in America, THE TIMES OF HARVEY MILK chronicles the politician's life and message of hope and equality. Two-time Oscar winner Sally Field joins us to discuss Milk's legacy in our series Making Change tonight at 8pm ET. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM | Facebook

92K views · 3.7K reactions | The first film to air that night TCM debuted was GONE WITH THE WIND ('39), Ted Turner's favorite. Here is Robert Osborne's introduction from that night. The film was followed by SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT, THE PETRIFIED FOREST and CAT PEOPLE. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM | Facebook