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In 1980, “Comedy Is Not Pretty” album by Steve Martin was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1980, “Goodtime Girls” began airing on ABC
In 1980, “Uncle Jam Wants You” album by Funkadelic was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1981, A picture of a naked John Lennon appeared in the Lennon obituary issue of Rolling Stone magazine.
In 1981, On Guiding Light, after passing out in the courtroom, Amanda (Kathleen Cullen) lost her baby. She needed a blood transfusion from Jennifer (Geraldine Court) in order to survive.
In 1981, “Gaucho” album by Steely Dan was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1982, 75% of North America is covered by snow.
In 1982, Alabama released "Mountain Music" as the lead-off single and title track to Alabama's album of the same name. The track was the sixth in a string of 21 consecutive #1 singles in as many releases, a string that spanned from 1980 through 1987.
In 1983, Much of the cast of “The Carol Burnett Show” reunites for the initial run of a sitcom based on one of their sketches, although itʹs Vicki Lawrenceʹs show now as the head of “Mamaʹs Family,” following the success of a “Eunice” special in 1982. Lawrence has been asked about developing a show for “Thelma Crowley Harper,” while still castmember of “The Carol Burnett Show,” but she was not ready to leave her friends. NBC attempts to end the show after two seasons worth of episodes but the beast lumbers on for 100 more shows in syndication.
In 1983, R.C., “Feet Donʹt Fail Me Now” by Utopia peaked at #82 on the pop singles chart. The song itself is not demented, but the video is.
In 1983, R.C., “Hand To Hold On To” by John Cougar peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Industrial Disease” by Dire Straits peaked at #75 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Rock The Casbah” by The Clash peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart. “Lock Up The Snackbar” was a parody of that song.
In 1983, The Jam announced three months earlier that they were disbanding. As a result, they found themselves in the record-breaking position of having nine reissued hits entering the United Kingdom chart simultaneously. This still did not change the bandʹs mind.
In 1983, The Steven Spielberg film, “E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial”, became the top movie moneymaker this day; maintaining that position until being replaced by another Spielberg hit, “Jurassic Park”, in 1993. In less than a year, “E.T.”, the modern day, fairy tale, brought in $194 million in video rentals; replacing the previously number one rented film, “Star Wars”.
In 1983, “Saturday Night Liveʹs” “Weekend Update” airs taped footage of Andy Kaufman thanking the 169,186 callers who “cast their votes in vain” to prevent his lifetime ban from “Saturday Night Live.”
In 1984, A classic superbowl ad: “The ”1984“ Macintosh Commercial” Part of the mystique of this legendary ad is its inaccessibility: It aired for just a little over a week. But that doesnʹt mean its creators spared any expense. The 60-second commercial presented a grim and haunting vision of a dystopian future, one that borrowed from both George Orwell and The Prisoner. A group of men with shaved heads and identical gray outfits are saved from brainwashed conformity by one determined woman with vibrant clothes and a sledgehammer.
In 1984, Jan-Michael Vincent, formerly “The Worldʹs Greatest Athlete,” stars as chopper pilot Stringfellow Hawke in CBSʹs “Airwolf.” Hawkeʹs buddy: Ernest Borgnine.
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, a tied up Eden Capwell (Marcy Walker) fell off a cliff after a struggle with Peter Flint (Stephen Meadows).
In 1986, on Another World, Kale Browne made his said soap debut as Michael Hudson.
In 1986, On Dynasty, Krystle Carrington had a vicious fight with Rita, her look-a-like. Linda Evans fights with herself in the show!
In 1986, On General Hospital, Frisco Jones (Jack Wagner) spotted Russell at the Bucket of Blood but Russell knocked Frisco down and took off just as Ted Holmes (David Doyle) arrived.
In 1986, “Planet Earth” began airing on PBS
In 1987, In its infinite wisdom NBC thinks it will find success by spinning off a family of extremely unlikable characters from their hit “Cheers.” Carlaʹs ex-husband Nick heads for Vegas and love with his former-showgirl wife as they live life as low as the ratings for “The Tortellis.”
In 1987, Max Holden blew into Llanview for the first time, having an impact on the lives of Gabrielle, Luna, and Blair to name a few on “One Life to Live”. Max asked Maria for a loan so he could buy an Argentinian ranch.
In 1987, Phil Donahue became the first talk show host to tape a show from inside the Soviet Union. Donahue appeared in Leningrad, Kiev and Moscow. The shows were seen by Russian TV audiences later in the year. “Wow, weʹre in the Soviet Union, at three on the next Donahue!”
In 1988, Heavyweight champ Mike Tyson knocked out former champion Larry Holmes in the fourth round at Atlantic City to retain the world heavyweight title.
In 1980, "In Search of Historic Jesus" was released by Sunn Classic Pictures; Henning Schellerup (director); Jack Jacobs, Lee Roddy, Charles E. Sellier Jr., Robert Starling, Malvin Wald (screenplay); John Rubinstein, Brad Crandall; Documentary; Live action
In 1982, "Death Valley" was released by Universal Pictures / Cinema VII; Dick Richards (director); Richard Rothstein (screenplay); Paul Le Mat, Catherine Hicks, Stephen McHattie, Wilford Brimley, Peter Billingsley, Edward Herrmann, Earl W. Smith, Jack O'Leary, Mary Steelsmith, Gina Christian, Kirk I. Kiskella, Frank J. Cimorelli, Arnold C. Waterman, Fred W.S. Newton, J.P.S. Brown, Roy S. Gunsberg, Merritt Holloway, Glenn McCreedy, Allan Wood; Slasher; Live Action
In 1982, "The Seduction" was released by Embassy Pictures; David Schmoeller (director/screenplay); Morgan Fairchild, Michael Sarrazin, Vince Edwards, Andrew Stevens, Colleen Camp, Kevin Brophy, Betty Kean, Joanne Linville, Wendy Smith Howard, Marri Mak; Thriller; Live Action
In 1982, "Shoot the Moon" was released by MGM/UA Entertainment Company; Alan Parker (director); Bo Goldman (screenplay); Albert Finney, Diane Keaton, Karen Allen, Peter Weller, Dana Hill, Viveka Davis, Tracey Gold, Tina Yothers, George Murdock, Leora Dana, Irving Metzman, Robert Costanzo, David Landsberg, O-Lan Shepard; Drama; Live Action
In 1982, "Vice Squad" was released by Embassy Pictures; Gary Sherman (director/screenplay); Sandy Howard, Robert Vincent O'Neil, Kenneth Peter (screenplay); Season Hubley, Gary Swanson, Wings Hauser, Pepe Serna, Beverly Todd, Nina Blackwood, Fred Berry, Grand L. Bush, Michael Ensign, Stack Pierce, Joseph DiGiroloma, Maurice Emanuel, Sudana Bobatoon, Lydia Lei, Kelly Piper, Kristoffer Anders, Joseph Baroncini, Stacy Everly, Cyndi James-Reese; Action, Crime, Thriller; Live Action
In 1988, "The Telephone" was released by New World Pictures; Rip Torn (director); Terry Southern, Harry Nilsson (screenplay); Whoopi Goldberg, Severn Darden, Elliott Gould, John Heard, Amy Wright; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1988, "Braddock: Missing in Action III" was released by Cannon Films; Aaron Norris (director); James Bruner, Chuck Norris (screenplay); Chuck Norris, Aki Aleong, Keith David, Yehuda Efroni, Roland Harrah III, Miki Kim; Action, Adventure; Live Action
In 1983, ✪ “Rock The Casbah” by The Clash peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “All Touch” by Rough Trade peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Are You Serious” by Tyrone Davis peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Feet Don't Fail Me Now” by Utopia peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Forever” by Little Steven And The Disciples Of Soul peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Funny How Time Slips Away” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Hand To Hold On To” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Put It In A Magazine” by Sonny Charles peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Still Taking Chances” by Michael Murphey peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “What If I Said I Love You” by Unipop peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Der Kommissar” by Falco peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Pass The Dutchie” by Musical Youth peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Rock The Casbah” by The Clash peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Come On Eileen” by Dexy's Midnight Runners And The Emerald Express peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Do” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Start Again” by Surrender peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “You Can't Hurry Love” by Phil Collins peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Cacharpaya (Andes Pumpsa Daeis)” by Incantation peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Dance Sucker” by Set The Tone peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “European Female” by The Stranglers peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Fat Man” by Southern Death Cult peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Frontline” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Heartache Avenue” by The Maisonettes peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Message II (Survival)” by Melle Mel And Duke Bootee peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “My Love Is Waiting” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “So Close” by Diana Ross peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Story Of The Blues” by Wah! peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, ✪ “Peek-A-Boo! / Find Out” by Devo peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Back On The Chain Gang / My City Was Gone” by The Pretenders peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Heartlight / You Don't Know Me” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I'm So Excited / Heart Beat” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Love My Way / Aeroplane” by The Psychedelic Furs peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “My Friend / It's Not All That Easy” by Simon Gallaher And Jackie Love peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Heartlight” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “It's Raining Again” by Supertramp peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sexual Healing” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Starmaker” by The Kids From Fame peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “This Is Goodbye” by Hip Singles peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Topp Twins Go Vinyl” by Topp Twins peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker And Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Zoom” by Fat Larry's Band peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Een vrouw zoals jij” by Hans de Booy peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Giddyap A Gogo” by Ad Visser And Daniel Sahuleka peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Goodnight Saigon” by Billy Joel peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Het drinklied” by Dingetje peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Moonlight Song” by Ad And Aline peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Put That Pretty Smile Upon Your Face” by Bennet And Bee peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shoot Your Shot” by Divine peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Blues” by Randy Newman And Paul Simon peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Devil Made Me Do It” by Golden Earring peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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