At the pre-game dinner for the teams, emceed by Bob Hope, Billy Wells
had a wish fulfilled in an unexpected manner. He had mentioned to
friends that because she was such a good dancer he would like a date
with his favorite movie star, Debbie Reynolds. Michigan State Sports
Information Director, Fred Stabley, learned about this and made some
contacts to surprise Billy. While Billy was dancing on the stage Debbie
Reynolds slipped unnoticed behind Billy and put her arms around him.