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The 80's Datebook for January 21

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In 1980, COVER OF PEOPLE STEVE MARTIN

In 1980, On As the World Turns, Melinda (Ariane Munker) was trapped in the bookstore as it burned.

In 1980, On The Edge of Night, a hospitalized Nicole told April that Miles (Joel Crothers) was really sick.

In 1981, Bill Murray wed Mickey Kelly

In 1984, R.C., “Break My Stride” by Matthew Wilder peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “The Curly Shuffle” by Jump ʹN The Saddle peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart with a nyuk nyuk nyuk nyuk.

In 1985, Patrick Duffy announced plans to leave the CBS show, “Dallas”, at the end of the TV season. He stayed, maybe a bit too long, for seven years. He asked that the character of Bobby Ewing not be replaced. Good thing. Bobby showed up in the new season, miraculously arising from the dead, taking a shower, after being in a tremendous car crash the previous season. Bobby explained that the crash and the entire previous season was all in Pamʹs dream!

In 1985, Wanted: The Outlaws, featuring Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Jessi Colter and Tompall Glaser, was certified double-platinum.

In 1986, 100 participate in Nude Olympics race in 38 degrees F (three degrees C) in Purdue, Indiana.

In 1987, Bruce Springsteen inducted Roy Orbison into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. Other artists inducted on the night included: The Coasters, Eddie Cochran, Bo Diddley, Carl Perkins, Muddy Waters, Hank Williams and Jackie Wilson.

In 1987, Dwight Yoakam was awared his first gold album, for his debut Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. The album featured his first three hits "Honky Tonk Man", "Guitars, Cadillacs", and "It Won't Hurt".

In 1987, Jackie Wilson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on the anniversary of his death, along with Aretha Franklin, Bo Diddley, Rick Nelson, Bill Haley, Roy Orbison, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Carl Perkins, B.B. King, Eddie Cochran, Big Joe Turner and others; second annual Rock ʹNʹ Roll Hall of Fame ceremony takes place at the New Yorkʹs Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Keith inducts Aretha Franklin with a wordy speech (“What can I say about Aretha? Youʹre in, baby!”) then partakes in a fourteen-song all star jam session with Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, and many others.

In 1987, “The Tortellis” began airing on NBC

In 1988, An anti-acne drug known as Retin-A got a boost with the release of a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association that said the skin cream could also reduce wrinkles caused by exposure to the sun.

In 1988, On Another World, Jason Frame (Chris Robinson) found a briefcase at the farm with a bomb inside and threw it out the window. He shielded Mary McKinnon (Denise Alexander) with his body as the bomb exploded and the farm came down on top of them.

In 1988, On General Hospital, Grant Putnam (Brian Patrick Clarke) held Anna (Finola Hughes) hostage.

In 1989, Leave it to Aaron Spelling to take the honorable profession of nursing and turn it into a weekly T&A drama. NBCʹs “Nightingales” stars Suzanne Pleshette as the head of student nurses who watches over the trials, tribulations and lingerie of Susan Walters, Chelsea Field, Kristy Swanson and other babes in white. Nurse, itʹs time for my sponge bath.

In 1989, R.C., “Armageddon It” by Def Leppard peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Donʹt Rush Me” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “New Day For You” by Basia peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, "The House on Sorority Row" was released by Artists Releasing Corporation / Film Ventures International; Mark Rosman (director/screenplay); Bobby Fine (screenplay); Kathryn McNeil, Eileen Davidson, Lois Kelso Hunt, Robin Meloy, Harley Kozak, Michael Sergio, Christopher Lawrence, Janis Zido, Jodi Draigie, Ellen Dorsher, Michael Kuhn, Charles Serio, Ruth Walsh; Slasher; Live action

In 1983, "Treasure of the Four Crowns" was released by Cannon Film Distributors; Ferdinando Baldi (director); Lloyd Battista, Jim Bryce, Jerry Lazarus (screenplay); Tony Anthony, Ana Obregón, Gene Quintano, Jerry Lazarus, Francisco Rabal, Emiliano Redondo, Francisco Villena, Lewis Gordon; Action, Adventure; Live action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Armageddon It” by Def Leppard peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “As Long As You Follow” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Baby I Lied” by Deborah Allen peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Back On Holiday” by Robbie Nevil peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Break My Stride” by Matthew Wilder peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Don't Rush Me” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Electric Kingdom” by Twilight 22 peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “If I'd Been The One” by 38 Special peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Little Liar” by Joan Jett And The Blackhearts peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “New Day For You” by Basia peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yes peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tell Me If You Still Care” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Time Will Reveal” by DeBarge peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “The Curly Shuffle” by Jump 'N The Saddle peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Gold” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “If I'd Been The One” by 38 Special peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Karma Chameleon” by Culture Club peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “My Prerogative” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Back To Square One” by Ian Thomas peaked at number 33 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Five Long Years” by Colin James peaked at number 16 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “In Your Room” by The Bangles peaked at number 8 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Into Temptation” by Crowded House peaked at number 64 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Piece Of Paradise” by PM peaked at number 92 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Under Your Spell” by Candi peaked at number 21 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “We Close Our Eyes” by David Gibson peaked at number 36 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Welcome To The Jungle” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “2 Hype” by Kid 'N Play peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)” by Shakin' Stevens And Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Baby, I Love Your Way/Freebird Medley (Free Baby)” by Will To Power peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bird Of Paradise” by Snowy White peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Born This Way (Let's Dance)” by The Cookie Crew peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Bus Stop” by N93 peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Cathedral Song” by Tanita Tikaram peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Everlasting Love” by Sandra peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Give Me More Time” by Whitesnake peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Hit The Ground” by Darling Buds peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Wanna Be Your Wife” by Spagna peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “If Love Was A Train” by Michelle Shocked peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Is This Love” by King Swamp peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “King Of Pain” by The Police peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Love Goes Up And Down” by Errol Brown peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Is A Wonderful Colour” by Icicle Works peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Mighty Hard Rocker” by Cash Money And Marvelous peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Now You're Gone” by Black peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “One Love” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Razor's Edge” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Running With The Night” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Serious” by Billy Griffin peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “She Drives Me Crazy” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Stupid Question” by New Model Army peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Real McCoy” by The Silencers peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Waiting For A Star To Fall” by Boy Meets Girl peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Yeah! Buddy” by Royal House peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “You're Gonna Miss Me” by Turntable Orchestra peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Backstabbers” by Stephen Cummings peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Computer One” by Dear Enemy peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dear Prudence” by Siouxsie And The Banshees peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Listening” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love And Affection” by Allniters peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “My Girl” by Hoodoo Gurus peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox And Al Green peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Hippy Hippy Shake” by The Georgia Satellites peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Till I Loved You” by Barbra Streisand And Don Johnson peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Welcome To The Jungle” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “(Hey You) The Rock Steady Crew” by The Rock Steady Crew peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “As The Days Go By” by Daryl Braithwaite peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Don't Walk Away” by Toni Childs peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Freak-A-Zoid” by Midnight Star peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Give It Up” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band Featuring K.C. peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Left To My Own Devices” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “No Nukes (The Second Letter To France)” by Herbs peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Please Don't Make Me Cry” by UB40 peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Take Me To Your Heart” by Rick Astley peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Welcome To The Jungle” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “Bop Girl” by Pat Wilson peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, ✪✪ “Def Con One” by Pop Will Eat Itself peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Good Life” by Inner City peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Got Rhythm” by The Broads peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Know Him So Well” by Cissy And Whitney Houston peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Intimiteit” by Kadanz peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Love Bites” by Def Leppard peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Lovin' Whiskey” by Rory Block peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Marguerita Time” by Status Quo peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Never Never” by The Assembly peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Olé en Marie doet niet mee” by De Havenzangers peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Say A Little Prayer” by Bomb The Bass Featuring Maureen peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Standing By” by New London Chorale Featuring Madeline Bell peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Steamhammer Sam” by Intaferon peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Terry” by Kirsty MacColl peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Universal Song” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Way To Your Heart” by Soulsister peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Thuis ben” by Hans de Booy peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Where Is My Man” by Eartha Kitt peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “You're A Lady” by René Froger peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Il changeait la vie (Live)” by Jean-Jacques Goldman peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “L'amour s'en va, l'amour revient” by Frédéric François peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “La même eau qui coule” by Michel Sardou peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “La vie la nuit” by Début de Soirée peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “You Call It Love” by Karoline Krüger peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Baby, I Love Your Way/Free Bird” by Will To Power peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Especially For You” by Kylie And Jason peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Jimmy (Don't Need Me Anymore)” by JP West peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Stop That Girl” by 2 Brave peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Crackers International” by Erasure peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox And Al Green peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “S. S. Paparazzi” by Stock Aitken Waterman peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Twist In My Sobriety” by Tanita Tikaram peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Victims” by Culture Club peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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