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In 1980, on One Life to Live, Herb and Dorian wed.
In 1980, Led Zeppelinʹs “In Through the Out Door” turns platinum. Itʹs the last album issued before the September 25th death of drummer John Bonham.
In 1981, On One Life to Live, Dorian wed Herb, which led to her being booted from Llanfair.
In 1982, After less than a year on the air, prime time sudser “Dynasty” has captured a huge gay following, with many cliques around the nation hosting viewing parties each Wednesday night to catch the campy cat-fights, cruel quips, and fabulous fashions. The phenomenon has also spread to many gay bars. The show has become such an “in” escape from reality that itʹs too much for some relationships to take. “I couldnʹt even read the newspaper when it was on. Sheʹd complain I was making too much noise crinkling the pages,” notes one lesbian, more than a mite jealous of her loverʹs weekly fix of the Colbys and the Carringtons.
In 1982, The kids from the High School for the Performing Arts try to make good on their threat to live forever as NBC turns “Fame” into a weekly series. Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Albert Hague and Gene Anthony Ray reprise their roles from the movie. Side note: Former Eight is Enough starlet Connie Needham beat out a future superstar for a short-term role. Who did she beat? Madonna! Believe it or not!
In 1982, “Hooked on Classics,” using the extended medley format made popular by “Stars on 45,” sets popular classical music to a disco beat. The result: It goes platinum on this date.
In 1983, On General Hospital, Tiffany (Sharon Wyatt) thought Noah (Rick Springfield) was about to propose marriage. Instead, Noah told her that he wanted to be free to date other woman.
In 1983, On The Edge of Night, Nora Fulton (Catherine Bruno) was strangled by a cable at the WMON-TV station. The episode ended with Gavin Wylie (Mark Arnold) seeing Nicole Cavanaugh running out of the TV station and then seeing Nora's dead body inside.
In 1984, R.C., “Gloria” by The Doors peaked at #71 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Lionel (Nicolas Coster) tried to wrap his brain around the fact that "Dominic" and Sophia (Judith McConnell) were the same person. Lionel later fell off the train during a confrontation with Dr. Marcello Armonti (Wolf Muser, who began a 6-month run).
In 1985, Phil Donahue broadcast the first installment of his long-running talk show, “Donahue,” from its new home base of New York City; it had started as a local show in Dayton, Ohio, in 1967, then had been syndicated nationally in 1970 and had moved to Chicago in 1977.
In 1985, R.C., “Do They Know Itʹs Christmas” by Band-Aid peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1985, Yul Brynner returned to the Broadway stage this night as “The King and I” returned to where Yul first began his reign, 33 years before. Through his career to that date, Brynner appeared in 4,434 shows without missing a single performance.
In 1985, “Time Machine” began airing on NBC
In 1989, On the cover of TV Guide: “Eighth Annual J. Fred Muggs Awards”. Other Articles: Charlie Robinson, Dear John
In 1989, R.C., “In Your Room” by Bangles peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1989, R.C., “Wild World” by Maxi Priest peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1989, The FOX networkʹs camera crews invite themselves along as the “Cops” of the Broward County Florida Sheriffʹs Department hit the streets and (commonly) trailer parks of Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding areas. The broadcasts begin airing nationally in March.
In 1989, “Bordertown” TV Western debut on Family Channel.
In 1981, "Scream" was released by Cal-Com; Byron Quisenberry (director/screenplay); Pepper Martin, Hank Worden, Ethan Wayne, Alvy Moore, Bobby Diamond, Woody Strode, Ann Bronston, Julie Marine, Nancy St. Marie, Joseph Alvarado, John Nowak, Joe Allaine, Cynthia Faria, Bella Bluck, Dee Cooper, Bob Macgonigal, Gino Difirelli, Gregg Palmer; Slasher; Live Action
In 1983, "Xtro" was released by New Line Cinema; Harry Bromley Davenport (director/screenplay); Michel Perry, Iain Cassie, Robert Smith (screenplay); Philip Sayer, Bernice Stegers, Simon Nash, Maryam d'Abo, Danny Brainin, Peter Mandell, David Cardy, Anna Wing, Robert Fyfe, Katherine Best, Robert Pereno, Sean Crawford, Tim Dry, Arthur Whybrow, Susie Silvey; Sci-Fi, Horror; Live action
In 1989, “In Your Room” by The Bangles peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Read 'Em and Weep” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Silhouette” by Kenny G peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Wild World” by Maxi Priest peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Finish What Ya Started” by Van Halen peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “In Your Room” by The Bangles peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Orange Crush” by R.E.M. peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Walk On Water” by Eddie Money peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Welcome To The Jungle” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Confidence Man” by The Jeff Healey Band peaked at number 36 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Early In The Morning” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 25 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Missing You” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 17 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Not Just Another Girl” by Ivan Neville peaked at number 71 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Pauper In Paradise” by Frozen Ghost peaked at number 23 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Something So Strong” by Jim Capaldi peaked at number 42 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Whenever You Need Somebody” by Rick Astley peaked at number 58 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Come To My Party” by Keith Harris and Orville peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Crackers International (Ep)” by Erasure peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Especially For You” by Kylie and Jason peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Freaks” by Marillion peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Good Life” by Inner City peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Islands In The Stream” by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Loco In Acapulco” by The Four Tops peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “London Kid” by Jean-Michel Jarre peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Soulmate” by Wee Papa Girl Rappers peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Time” by Frida and B.A. Robertson peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “What Are We Gonna Get 'Er Indoors” by Dennis Waterman and George Cole peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, 🎄 “Christmas Countdown” by Frank Kelly peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, ✪✪ “Chic Chic Chic Chicken” by Natalie Casey peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, ✪✪ “Duck For The Oyster” by Malcolm McLaren peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Je ne sais pas pourquoi (I Still Love You)” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Kokomo” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Stand Up For Your Love Rights” by Yazz peaked at number 22 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, ✪✪ “A Cuppla Days” by Con The Fruiterer (Mark Mitchell) peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Hearts Are Trump” by Trio peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Hee Amsterdam” by Drukwerk peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Reggae Night” by Jimmy Cliff peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Why” by Randy Crawford peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “You Are” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, 🎄 “2000 Miles” by The Pretenders peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Vingar” by Mikael Rickfors peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1989, 🎄 “Jag drömmer om en jul hemma” by Lili and Susie / Hot Lips Big Band peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Islands In The Stream” by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Un'estate con te” by Toto Cutugno peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Jour de neige” by Elsa peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1989, “The Dead Heart” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Dancing In The Dark” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Lick It Up” by KISS peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Sweet Surrender” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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