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The 80's Datebook for January 11

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In 1980, Honda announces it will build Japanʹs first U.S. passenger-car assembly plant on Ohio.

In 1980, The Pretendersʹ self-titled first album was released.

In 1980, The time has come for the last episode of Dick Martinʹs game show “Mindreaders” on NBC. If only someone had seen this cancellation coming.

In 1980, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts: DR. HOOK (“BETTER LOVE NEXT TIME”, “WHEN YOUʹRE IN LOVE WITH A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN”) plus RUPERT HOLMES, CLIFF RICHARD

In 1983, “1999” album by Prince was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1983, “Showtime” album by J., Geils Band was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1984, Michael Jacksonʹs album “Thriller” became the best-selling album of all time when it crossed the 10-million-copy mark. The previous record holder was the soundtrack to “Saturday Night Fever,” and before that, “Frampton Comes Alive.” On the same day, Jackson was nominated for 12 Grammy Awards

In 1984, On One Life to Live, Asa (Phil Carey) accused Bo (Robert S. Woods) of having Rafe spy on him.

In 1985, On Guiding Light, Lujack (Vincent Irizarry) became angry when he thought Beth (Judi Evans) was still blind after the bandages were removed from her eyes. He was overjoyed when she revealed that she could see again.

In 1986, Power 106 debuts as a new format in Los Angeles they called hybrid pop/r&b, or dance. It has since dominated the area ratings-wise.

In 1986, R.C., “I Knew The Bride (When She Use To Rock And Roll)” by Nick Lowe and Cowboy Outfit peaked at #77 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Tonight She Comes” by The Cars peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “West End Girls” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1986, The first black to be elected lieutenant governor of a state since Reconstruction, L. Douglas Wilder of Virginia, was sworn into office along with Governor-elect Gerald L. Baliles.

In 1988, On Santa Barbara, Jake Morton (Rick Edwards) proposed to Hayley Benson (Stacy Edwards). Later, Cain hosted a benefit party at the Lair, where Hayley was hit by Carmen's drunk date. Hayley died in Jake's arms.

In 1989, On Ryan's Hope, Cali Timmons returned as Maggie, who was surprised to hear Roger (Ron Hale) and Delia (Ilene Kristen) were married.

In 1985, "Too Scared to Scream" was released by The Movie Store; Tony Lo Bianco (director); Mike Connors, Anne Archer, Leon Isaac Kennedy, Ian McShane, Ruth Ford, John Heard, Carrie Nye, Maureen O'Sullivan, Murray Hamilton, Val Avery, Sully Boyar, Ken Norris, Chet Doherty, Karen Rushmore, Rony Clanton, Beeson Carroll, Victoria Bass, Dick Boccelli, Fred Ford, Ernesto Gasco, Adrienne Howard, Yvonne Talton Kersey, Gaetano Lisi, Harry Madsen, John Ring,; Independent, Slasher; Live Action

In 1985, "Walking the Edge" was released by Empire Pictures; Norbert Meisel (director); Robert Forster, Nancy Kwan, Joe Spinell, A Martinez, James McIntire, Wayne Woodson, Luis Contreras, Russ Courtney, Doug Toby, Phil H. Fravel, Terrence Beasor, Bernard Erhard, James Fitzpatrick, Ivy Bethune, Jackie Giroux, Aarika Wells, Howard Honig, Frankie Hill, Jerry Jones, Leonard D'John, Peter Pan, Jamie V. Arias, Rosa M. Torres, Stan Kamber, Falling Idols; Crime, Action; Live Action

In 1985, "Water" was released by Empire Pictures; Dick Clement (director/screenplay); Ian La Frenais, Bill Persky (screenplay); Michael Caine, Valerie Perrine, Brenda Vaccaro, Leonard Rossiter, Billy Connolly, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Ringo Starr; Comedy; Live Action

In 1987, "J. Edgar Hoover" was released by Showtime Networks / Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions / RLC Productions; Robert L. Collins (director/screenplay); Treat Williams, Robert Alan Browne, Andrew Duggan, Louise Fletcher, Charles Hallahan, Art Hindle, James F. Kelly, Paul Kent, Charles Levin, John McLiam, Ford Rainey, Joe Regalbuto, David Ogden Stiers, William Traylor, Harvey Vernon, Mills Watson, Rip Torn, Walker Edmiston, Robert Harper, Erik Holland, Lee Kessler, F.J. O'Neil, Anthony Palmer, Gracia Lee, Cliff Murdock, Michael Griswold; Biography, Drama; Live action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Don't Say No Tonight” by Eugene Wilde peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Everything Must Change” by Paul Young peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Good Friends” by Joni Mitchell peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Knew The Bride (When She Used To Rock and Roll)” by Nick Lowe peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Let Me Down Easy” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Vision” by Queen peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stacy” by Fortune peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Big Money” by Rush peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Heart Is Not So Smart” by DeBarge peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Tonight She Comes” by The Cars peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ⏺ “Leader Of The Pack” by Twisted Sister peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Everything In My Heart” by Corey Hart peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Goodbye” by Night Ranger peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Go” by Asia peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Vision” by Queen peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Tonight She Comes” by The Cars peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “With A Little Help...” by Kick Axe peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, 🌎 “Sun City” by Artists United Against Apartheid peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, ⏺ “Leader Of The Pack” by Twisted Sister peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Girlie Girlie” by Sophia George peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Somewhere” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “West End Girls” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Wrap Her Up” by Elton John peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “My Hometown / Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Real Love” by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Say You, Say Me” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves” by Eurythmics and Aretha Franklin peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, 🎄 “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” by Incredible Penguins peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, 🎄🤣 “We Wish You A MMMerry Christmas” by The Tremble M's peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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.

In 1986, 🎄 “Christmas Time / Reggae Christmas” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands 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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