On July 6, 1972, David Bowie performed “Starman” on BBC’s Top of the Pops, delivering a groundbreaking moment that changed pop culture forever and launched the Ziggy Stardust era. Publication / Source: BBC Top of the Pops Date: Broadcast July 6, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Television Performance THE STORY Wearing a vibrant red mullet, quilted jumpsuit, and full makeup, Bowie casually draped his arm around Mick Ronson during the chorus and pointed d