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In 1981, On the cover of TV Guide: “Ronald Reagan”. Other Articles: Barbara Mandrell, Cathryn Damon
In 1981, Prince enters the soul chart for the fourth time since September 1979 with “Dirty Mind,” which peaks at #65. Prince is more favored by critics rather than record buying public, although “I Wanna Be Your Lover” makes it to number one R&B in 1979. That changes this year when Prince breaks out with the album “Controversy” and its title single.
In 1981, R.C., “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, Vince Neil joins Motley Crue.
In 1981, “Walking Tall” began airing on CBS
In 1982, “The Best Of The Doobies Volume 2” album by Doobie Brothers was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1983, “Frontline” makes its debut on PBS, hosted by Jessica Savitch.
In 1983, “Not Necessarily the News” makes its debut on HBO with interviews at an unemployment line and a spoof on tamper-proof bottles.
In 1984, The U.S. Supreme Court rules in “The BetaMax Case,” (Universal City Studios, Incorporated, Walt Disney, et al. v. Sony Corporation of America Incorporated et al.) The 5-4 decision allows consumers to record and/or “timeshift” programs for their own personal use with VCRs. By 1986, over half of the homes in America have the devices.
In 1984, “90125” album by Yes was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1984, “A Chipmunk Christmas” album by Chipmunks was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, “Somebodyʹs Watching Me” album by Rockwell was released
In 1985, Leonard Nimoy, who roamed among the stars in the “Star Trek” TV series and movies, got his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Live long and prosper, Mr. Spock.
In 1985, The film, “Magic Journeys” opens in Tokyo Disneyland.
In 1985, “Planetary Invasion” album by Midnight Star was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1986, Reba McEntire became a member of the Grand Ole Opry show in Nashville, Tennessee, and has been a member ever since.
In 1986, Tim Witherspoon wins a majority decision over Tony Tubbs at the Omni in Atlanta to win the WBA heavyweight title.
In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Clifton Davis and Sherman Hemsley of Amen”. Other Articles: Ray Bradbury, MacGyver
In 1987, R.C., “Cʹest La Vie” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Falling In Love (Uh-Oh)” by Miami Sound Machine peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Is This Love” by Survivor peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Shake You Down” by Gregory Abbott peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, TELEGEBRA: “Kung Fu” + “Columbo” = Pat Morita as “Ohara.” Heʹs a quirky police lieutenant who works solo and doesnʹt carry a gun, until the writers decide heʹs a federal agent who works with a partner and does carry a gun, until the writers decide theyʹre private detectives, until the network decides theyʹre canceled.
In 1988, Australian soap opera Home and Away premiered. The show is set in the fictional town of Summer Bay, a coastal town in New South Wales.
In 1988, “The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh” began airing on Disney Channel
In 1985, "Avenging Angel" was released by New World Pictures; Robert Vincent O'Neil (director); Betsy Russell, Rory Calhoun, Susan Tyrrell, Ossie Davis, Steven M. Porter, Robert F. Lyons, Paul Lambert, Frank Doubleday, Barry Pearl, Ross Hagen; Action, Thriller; Live Action
In 1985, "Tuff Turf" was released by New World Pictures; Fritz Kiersch (director); Jette Rinck (screenplay); James Spader, Kim Richards, Paul Mones, Matt Clark, Claudette Nevins, Robert Downey, Olivia Barash, Catya Sassoon, Bill Beyers, Gene Pietragallo, Panchito Gomez, Michael Wyle, Herb Mitchell, Lou Fant, Donald Fullilove, Jered Barclay, Evonne Kezios, Cheryl Ann Clark, Matt Gavin, Chad McCann, Vivian Brown, Ceil Cabot, Donna Fuller, Rosa Sabina Rodriguez, Frank McCarthy, Art Evans, Jeffrey Dawson; Drama; Live Action
In 1986, "The Clan of the Cave Bear" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Producers Sales Organization; Michael Chapman (director); John Sayles (screenplay); Daryl Hannah, Pamela Reed, James Remar, Thomas G. Waites, Curtis Armstrong, John Doolittle, Martin Doyle, Tony Montanaro, Mike Muscat, Karen Elizabeth Austin, Janne Mortil, Lycia Naff, Penny Smith, Rory Crowley, Joey Cramer, Nicole Eggert, Paul Carafotes, Bart the Bear, Emma Floria, Mary Reid; Fantasy; Live Action
In 1986, "Heathcliff: The Movie" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Clubhouse Pictures / DIC Entertainment / LBS Communications; Bruno Bianchi (director); Alan Swayze (screenplay); Mel Blanc, Donna Christie, Jeannie Elias, Peter Cullen, Stan Jones, Marilyn Lightstone, Danny Mann, Derek McGrath, Marilyn Schreffler, Danny Wells, Ted Zeigler; Children; Animation
In 1986, "Hey There, It's Yogi Bear! (re-issue)" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Clubhouse Pictures / Hanna-Barbera; William Hanna, Joseph Barbera (directors/screenplay); Warren Foster (screenplay); Daws Butler, Don Messick, Julie Bennett, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl, J. Pat O'Malley, Hal Smith, Allan Melvin, Thurl Ravenscroft, James Darren, Bill Lee, Ernest Newton, Jackie Ward, Jonah and the Wailers; Comedy, Musical; Animation
In 1986, "Iron Eagle" was released by TriStar Pictures; Sidney J. Furie (director/screenplay); Kevin Elders (screenplay); Louis Gossett Jr., Jason Gedrick, David Suchet, Larry B. Scott, Caroline Lagerfelt, Tim Thomerson, Shawnee Smith, Melora Hardin, Lance LeGault, Robert Jayne, Jerry Levine, Robbie Rist, Michael Bowen, David Greenlee, Tom Fridley, Rob Garrison; Action; Live Action
In 1986, "Troll" was released by Empire Pictures; John Carl Buechler (director); Ed Naha (screenplay); Noah Hathaway, Michael Moriarty, Shelley Hack, Jenny Beck, Sonny Bono, Phil Fondacaro, Brad Hall, Anne Lockhart, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Gary Sandy, June Lockhart, Giorgio Armani; Fantasy, Comedy; Live Action
In 1987, “C'est la vie” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Cold Love” by Donna Summer peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Falling In Love (Uh-Oh)” by Gloria Estefan peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Got To Rock On” by Kansas peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Is This Love” by Survivor peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “My Mother's Eyes” by Bette Midler peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Shake You Down” by Gregory Abbott peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Suddenly” by Olivia Newton-John and Cliff Richard peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Toccata” by Sky peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ⏺ “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “People Who Died” by The Jim Carrol Band peaked at number 103 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Is This Love” by Survivor peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Love On The Rocks” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Victory” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Whip It” by Devo peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by Wang Chung peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Is This Love” by Survivor peaked at number 43 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Victory” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 36 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Ballerina Girl” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Big Fun” by The Gap Band peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Buoy” by Mick Karn peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Days Are Ok” by The Motels peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Do Nothing” by The Special AKA (The Specials) peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Guilty” by Barbra Streisand and Barry Gibb peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Hymn To Her” by The Pretenders peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I'm In Love Again” by Sad Café peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Lies” by Status Quo peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “My Girl” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “No More The Fool” by Elkie Brooks peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Over The Rainbow” by Matchbox peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Rapp Payback” by James Brown peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Boy In The Bubble” by Paul Simon peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “This Wreckage” by Gary Numan peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Too Nice To Talk To” by The (English) Beat peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Who's Gonna Rock You” by The Nolans peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “It's Hard To Be Humble” by Mac Davis peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Rabbit” by Chas 'n' Dave peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Could I Have This Dance / Somebody's Waiting” by Anne Murray peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)” by Glass Tiger peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Good Times” by Jimmy Barnes and INXS peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I'm Coming Out / Friend To Friend” by Diana Ross peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Into Overload / Follow The Lines” by Overload peaked at number 82 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Mirage / Meet Me At Midnight” by Eric Troyer peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Morning Man / The Mask” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Once In A While / Living In A Fantasy” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 87 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “South Pacific / Gay Guys” by The Dugites peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Take Me Higher / Maybe It's The Way The Wind Blows” by Leon Berger peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Tide Is High / Susie and Jeffrey” by Blondie peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Never Mind The Presents / The Swindon Cowboy” by The Barron Knights peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But The Rent” by Gwen Guthrie peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Guilty” by Barbra Streisand and Barry Gibb peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I Think It's Going To Rain Today” by UB40 peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jumpin' Jack Flash” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Summer Of Love” by The B-52's peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “The Next Time I Fall” by Peter Cetera With Amy Grant peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Two People” by Tina Turner peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Can't Beat A Plastic Fantastic” by Suzy and The Sailors peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Never Mind The Presents” by The Barron Knights peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Banana Republic” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Breakout” by Swing Out Sister peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Das alte Lied von Helena” by Costa Cordalis peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “De verzoening” by Frank Boeijen Groep peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Die laaielichter” by Gerard Cox peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Land Of Confusion” by Genesis peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Showing Out (Get Fresh At The Weekend)” by Mel and Kim peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Suburbia” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Through The Barricades” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Vrede” by Vader Abraham and Donna Lynton m.m.v. het koor "Standfaste" peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, 🎄 “It's Christmas” by Antonio Fargas (Huggy Bear) peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Lola (live)” by The Kinks peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jibaro” by Elkin and Nelson peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1981, “My Old Piano” by Diana Ross peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Passion” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Schwarze Madonna” by Contact peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Suburbia” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Tide Is High” by Blondie peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, ✪✪ “In The Army Now” by Status Quo peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Basil, détective privé” by Douchka peaked at number 37 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Feel The Heat” by Jean Beauvoir peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Il faudrait que tu reviennes” by Jean-Luc Lahaye peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Cry Wolf” by a-ha peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1981, ⏺ “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Showing Out (Get Fresh At The Weekend)” by Mel and Kim peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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