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In 1980, On Knots Landing, running for a seat on the school board, Richard Avery (John Pleshette) hinged his campaign on the dismissal of a high school teacher (David James Carroll) whose teaching methods were unorthodox. However, Karen Fairgate (Michele Lee) set out to save her daughter's controversial teacher, who later became attracted to Karen.
In 1980, LINDA RONSTADT RECORDING SESSIONS At RECORD ONE in Los Angeles, she wraps up work on her “MAD LOVE” album, which includes “HURT SO BAD”, “I CANʹT LET GO” and “HOW DO I MAKE YOU”
In 1981, R.C., “Fashion” by David Bowie peaked at #70 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “One Step Closer” by Doobie Brothers peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Teacher Teacher” by Rockpile peaked at #51 on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, R.C., “Tell It Like It Is” by Heart peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Breaking Away”, TV General Drama; last aired on ABC.
In 1981, “Double Fantasy” album by John Lennon and Yoko Ono was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA, a little over a month after Lennonʹs assassination. The album is number one for eight weeks
In 1981, “Imagaine” by John Lennon topped the United Kingdom chart with “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” at number two.
In 1981, The “Pirates of Penzance” — starring Linda Ronstadt and Rex Smith — opened on Broadway for what would be a 772-performance run.
In 1982, Actor-comedian Paul Lynde died in Beverly Hills, California, at age 55.
In 1982, San Francisco 49ers receiver Dwight Clark caught a touchdown pass from Joe Montana with 58 seconds left in the NFC Championship Game; one of the most famous plays in NFL history, “The Catch” led the 49ers to a 28-27 victory over the Dallas Cowboys and a berth in Super Bowl XVI, where they defeated the Cincinnati Bengals for their first Super Bowl victory.
In 1983, Jim Hensonʹs “Fraggle Rock” makes its debut on HBO. Hensonʹs goal with the show is a fable seeking world peace with gentle lessons delivered in the tales of the interconnected nature cycles of Fraggles, Doozers, Gorgs, and a dog named Sprocket.
In 1983, On GENERAL HOSPITAL, the rescue workers found Luke's (Anthony Geary) body on the mountain, covered with snow, after the avalanche.
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan ordered his staff not to talk to reporters without the approval of his official spokesmen, reportedly telling them, “Iʹve had it up to my keister with these leaks.”
In 1983, “Combat Rock” album by The Clash was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1984, Singer, Cyndi Lauper became the first female recording artist since Bobbie Gentry [1967] to be nominated for five Grammy Awards: Album of the Year, Best New Artist, Best Pop Vocal Performance (Female), Record of the Year and Song of the Year. She went one better for copping the award for Worst Hair Coloring by a Woman On the Planet. “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” ya know…fer sure.
In 1984, The premiere recording of Frank Zappaʹs classical composition “The Perfect Stranger” was made by the Ensemble InterContemporain under the direction of Pierre Boulez. He claimed the composition was about a vacuum cleaner salesman visiting a housewife, as viewed by the dog.
In 1984, “Foulups, Bleeps, and Blunders”, TV Variety; debut on ABC.
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Joe (Mark Arnold) was reluctant to take a job with C.C. Lionel (Nicolas Coster) confronted Sophia (Judith McConnell) on the train about her being alive; later, the sheriff shot at him.
In 1985, Seattleʹs Lenny Wilkens becomes the first to coach in 1,000 NBA games when the SuperSonics beat the Golden State Warriors 89-86.
In 1986, Drake Hogestyn taped his first episode of DAYS OF OUR LIVES in the role of John Black.
In 1986, On One Life to Live, Bo wed blind-love Didi OʹNeill. In an attempt to shock Viki out of her Niki personality, Bo was “shot” while coming up the aisle, but the ruse didnʹt work. Bo and Didi proceded with the nups and went on an extended honeymoon a few weeks later.
In 1986, “Different Light” album by The Bangles was released
In 1986, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar of the Los Angeles Lakers scores his 34,000th career point during 124-102 win over Indiana Pacers; only NBA player to reach the milestone at that time; remains all-time leader (38,387).
In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Ted Koppel of Nightline”. Other Articles: Sledge Hammer! Robert Young.
In 1987, R.C., “French Kissin” by Debbie Harry peaked at #57 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Graceland” by Paul Simon peaked at #81 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “This Is The World Calling” by Bob Geldof peaked at #82 on the pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Green” album by R.E.M. was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, “Kokomo” single by The Beach Boys was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1989, “New York” album by Lou Reed was released
In 1989, “Reach For The Sky” album by Ratt was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, “Sign Oʹ The Times” video by Prince was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1989, “Watermark” album by Enya was released
In 1989, “Wild Thing” single by Tone Loc was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, “Wild, Wild, West” single by Escape Club was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, Michael Jacksonʹs “Moonwalker” video was released. Jackson played a superhero in the video, which included a lengthy fantasy segment set to the song “Smooth Criminal.”
In 1989, Los Angeles Kings center Wayne Gretzky becomes NHLʹs all-time leading scorer in combined regular season and playoff points; four assists in 5-4 home win over Edmonton brings his total to 2,011, one more than Gordie Howe.
In 1986, "Black Moon Rising" was released by New World Pictures; Harley Cokeliss (director); John Carpenter, William Gray, Desmond Nakano (screenplay); Tommy Lee Jones, Linda Hamilton, Robert Vaughn, Richard Jaeckel, Bubba Smith, Dan Shor, Keenan Wynn, Lee Ving, William Sanderson, Nick Cassavetes, Don Keith Opper; Action; Live Action
In 1987, “Graceland” by Paul Simon peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Guilty” by Barbra Streisand and Barry Gibb peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I'm Not Perfect (But I'm Perfect For You)” by Grace Jones peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love On The Rocks” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Once A Night” by Jackie English peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “One Step Closer” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Set The Night On Fire” by Oak peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Tell It Like It Is” by Heart peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “This Is The World Calling” by Bob Geldof peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Two People” by Tina Turner peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ⏺ “Teacher, Teacher” by Rockpile peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Fashion” by David Bowie peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “I Yam What I Yam” by Robin Williams peaked at number 104 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Coming Around Again” by Carly Simon peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love Is Fire” by The Parachute Club peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love Is Forever” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Some People” by Paul Young peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Strangers In Love” by The Body Electric peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Thorn In My Side” by Eurythmics peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Two People” by Tina Turner peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Coming Around Again” by Carly Simon peaked at number 37 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love Is Fire” by The Parachute Club peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love Is Forever” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 34 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Some People” by Paul Young peaked at number 70 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Strangers In Love” by The Body Electric peaked at number 71 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Thorn In My Side” by Eurythmics peaked at number 40 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Two People” by Tina Turner peaked at number 52 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Imagine” by John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Is This Love?” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Lonely Together” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love On The Rocks” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Mr. Big Stuff” by Heavy D and The Boyz peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Over The Hills and Far Away” by Gary Moore peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, 🎄 “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” by John and Yoko and The Plastic Ono Band With The Harlem Community Choir peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Flash's Theme a.k.a. Flash” by Queen peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, 🎄 “Bisous Noël” by Stéphanie, Sandrine et Les Enfants de Bondy peaked at number 20 on the France pop singles chart.
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