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The pink Messi jerseys. The bikini-clad tourists on Ocean Drive. The global fame of our Art Deco hotels.The Miami brand wouldn’t be the same without “Miami Vice,” the TV phenomenon that cemented our reputation as a sexy, slightly sketchy tropical destination.Why it matters: The flashy police drama — which celebrates its 40th anniversary Monday — uplifted the Magic City in the midst of turmoil and brought investment and tourism to South Beach.Flashback: The show — filmed like a music video with glamor shots and a big-budget soundtrack — created a sensationalized version of Miami where detectives in pastel European suits and sockless loafers chased bad guys in sports cars and speedboats.Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas were the leading men…
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“Miami Vice” turns 40: Police drama gave city a global brand
Martin Vassolo
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The pink Messi jerseys. The bikini-clad tourists on Ocean Drive. The global fame of our Art Deco hotels.The Miami brand wouldn’t be the same without “Miami Vice,” the TV phenomenon that cemented our reputation as a sexy, slightly sketchy tropical destination.Why it matters: The flashy police drama — which celebrates its 40th anniversary Monday —
