MTV made its debut at The Ritz. In April 1989, The Ritz moved to the site of the former Studio 54 on 254 West 54th Street, where it was called "The New Ritz" and continued to host concerts for several years. From 1990 onward it reverted to the name "The Ritz".
MTV made its debut at The Ritz. In April 1989, The Ritz relocated from its initial site to the location of Studio 54 on 254 West 54th Street, where it was temporarily named "The New Ritz" and hosted concerts for several years. From 1990 onwards, it returned to being known as "The Ritz".