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In 1980, President Carter announced the U.S. boycott of the Moscow Olympics.

In 1981, During “The Ice-Bowl,” the Cleveland Brownsʹ Super Bowl hopes are interrupted by “The Interception,” (Raiders 14, Browns 12).

In 1981, “Frankenstein” opens and closes on Broadway.

In 1982, ABC Direction Network (57 affiliates) and ABC Rock Network (40 affiliates) become the fifth and sixth ABC radio networks.

In 1982, Born on this day in Nashville, Tennessee, was American singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle (son of Steve Earle). He was recognized with an Americana Music Award for Emerging Artist of the Year in 2009 and for Song of the Year in 2011 for "Harlem River Blues". He died on August 20, 2020 age 38 from an accidental overdose of fentanyl-laced cocaine.

In 1982, Bryant Gumbel became co-host of NBCʹs “The Today Show.”; Chris Wallace became co-anchor; both replaced Tom Brokaw, who became anchorman of the networkʹs evening news.

In 1983, Alabama were at #1 on the US Country music album chart with Mountain Music, released in 1982, it is the award-winning third studio album by the country music group.

In 1983, On General Hospital, Jimmy Lee (Steve Bond) told Edward (David Lewis) that he was his son.

In 1983, The USFL (United States Football League) held its first player draft.

In 1984, After canceling Dabney Colemanʹs “Buffalo Bill,” NBC finds a fresh new face to fill the timeslot: Harry Anderson. Having wowed audiences as grifter “Harry the Hat,” on “Cheers,” Anderson winds up getting the role of inexperienced blue-jean wearing Judge Harold T. Stone on “Night Court.” In tonightʹs debut episode, Judge Stone settles his first case, a wife accused of shooting her husband, by flipping a coin. Itʹs a wacky sitcom also starring John Larroquette that gets progressively wackier during its eight-year run.

In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Lionel (Nicolas Coster) caught "Dominic" just before "he" was about to stab him. After a struggle, he saw Dominic's face and realized it was actually Sophia Capwell (Judith McConnell).

In 1986, Eric Dickerson shattered the NFL record with a 248-yard rushing performance and two touchdowns to lead the Los Angeles Rams to a 20-0 playoff victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

In 1988, In One Life to Live, Steve Holden wed brother Maxʹs old flame Gabrielle Holden — their marriage wouldnʹt last. Steve was killed by a bomb in November.

In 1989, On Ryan's Hope, Delia (Ilene Kristen) sang "Can You Handle It" in a fantasy sequence with saxophonist Victor Lesser.

In 1989, “Donʹt Worry Be Happy” single by Bobby McFerrin was certified Gold by the RIAA

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, ✪ “Don't You Just Know It” by Amazulu peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪ “Spies Like Us” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪ “The House Is Haunted” by Marc Almond peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Edge Of Darkness” by Eric Clapton Featuring Michael Kamen peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “It's In Every One Of Us” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Let's Go To The Disco” by Russ Abbot peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Bottom Line” by Big Audio Dynamite peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “White Christmas” by Keith Harris And Orville peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Christmas Time / Reggae Christmas” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Life's What You Make It” by Talk Talk peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “My Hometown” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Step By Step” by Silver Pozzoli peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “We Built This City” by Starship peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, ✪ “Sun City” by Artists United Against Apartheid peaked at number 30 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “In The Heat Of The Night” by Sandra peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Lipstick, Powder + Paint” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 24 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Spanish Eddie” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Summer Of '69” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “En l'an 2001” by Pierre Bachelet peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Les mondes engloutis” by Mini-Star peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

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