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In 1980, On As the World Turns, Lisa (Eileen Fulton) visited the site of the burned Wade Bookstore.
In 1980, U.S. President Jimmy Carter announced in his State of the Union address that he would reinstate Selective Service registration and pledged to use military force, if necessary, to protect the Persian Gulf from Soviet aggression. President Richard Nixon had ended the draft at the conclusion of the Vietnam War in 1973.
In 1981, ABC-TVʹS FRIDAYS Musical Guest: REO SPEEDWAGON
In 1981, On Another World, Jamie Frame (Richard Bekins) taunted Zachary with the idea that Mitch Blake was alive and that he convicted an innocent woman. Later, Mitch fled when Mac Cory asked Mitch to help clear Rachel of murder.
In 1981, On Guiding Light, Amanda (Kathleen Cullen) was devastated to learn she had lost her baby.
In 1981, “Greatest Hits” album by Heart was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1982, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley recorded their first demos as Wham! in Ridgeleyʹs parentsʹ house. They used a portable studio that cost them 32 dollars.
In 1982, Hall and Oates recieved their first platinum record for their album, “Private Eyes.” Its predecessor, “Voices,” went platinum in its wake.
In 1982, R.C., “Feel Like A Number” by Bob Seger peaked at #48 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Leather And Lace” by Stevie Nicks and Don Henley peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Sheʹs Got A Way” by Billy Joel peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Someone Could Lose A Heart Tonight” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, The Go-Go's made their first television appearrance on the Dick Clark hosted show American Bandstand.
In 1983, A weekly thrill ride of “Mad Max”-style action! One of televisionʹs most intellectual, sophisticated and classy shows came into American homes this night. It was full of action and drama and starred some guy named, Mr. T., as the not so mild-mannered, Sergeant Bosco B.A. Baracus and George Peppard as John Hannibal Smith. Remember “The A-Team”, the TV Adventure on NBC? Sure you do. It was Must See TV back then? You donʹt believe me? Youʹd better, or Mr. T. will rip your face off, fool!
In 1983, Cerebral Palsy telethon raises $14,700,000.
In 1984, Hulk Hogan defeats Iron Sheik to become WWF champ.
In 1984, The Rolling Stonesʹ “She Was Hot”/“Think Iʹm Going Mad” 45 Released.
In 1984, “Bark At The Moon” album by Ozzy Osbourne was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, “Bon Jovi” album by Bon Jovi was released
In 1984, “Hot Potato”, TV Game Show, debut on NBC.
In 1984, “In Heat” album by The Romantics was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, “Infidels” album by Bob Dylan was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, “Relax” single by Frankie Goes To Hollywood was released
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, a suspicious Joe Perkins (Mark Arnold) confronted Peter Flint about his motives.
In 1985, “Like A Virgin” album by Madonna was certified Gold, Platinum, and Multi Platinum 2.00 by the RIAA
In 1985, “Sara” (not the reboot of the 1976 CBS series) began airing on NBC
In 1985, “ThunderCats” began airing in syndication
In 1986, The first annual induction ceremony for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is held in New York. Among those inducted are Chuck Berry, James Brown, Ray Charles, Fats Domino, the Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley.
In 1986, “Down And Out In Beverly Hills” starring Bette Midler, Richard Dreyfuss and Nick Nolte opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1987, A wild day on Wall Street as the Dow Jones industrial average soared 64 points, then plunged 110 points to end the session down 44.15 at 2101.52.
In 1987, Larkin Malloy aired for the final time as Kyle Sampson on Guiding Light.
In 1987, “Lifes Rich Pageant” album by R.E.M. was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1988, R.C., “Candle In The Wind” by Elton John peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Crazy” by Icehouse peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Hot In The City” by Billy Idol reentered the chart and peaked at #48 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by The California Raisins (Buddy Miles) peaked at #84 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “In Godʹs Country” by U2 peaked at #44 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Tell It To My Heart” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “The Way You Make Me Feel” by Michael Jackson peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Thereʹs The Girl” by Heart peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, The experimental airplane Voyager, piloted by Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager, completed the first nonstop, round-the-world flight without refueling as it landed safely at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
In 1989, “Couch Potatoes” began airing in syndication
In 1989, “Late Night with David Letterman” begins a special theme week of repeats — a “Salute to G.E.” Included is Lettermanʹs remote to the headquarters of his corporate masters, which endears the show *just* that much more to “the suits” at NBC.
In 1980, "Caboblanco" was released by AVCO Embassy Pictures; J. Lee Thompson (director); Morton S. Fine, Milton S. Gelman (screenplay); Charles Bronson, Jason Robards, Dominique Sanda, Fernando Rey, Denny Miller, Simon MacCorkindale, Camilla Sparv, Gilbert Roland, Clifton James; Drama; Live action
In 1987, "Jocks" was released by Crown International Pictures / Shady Acres Entertainment; Steve Carver (director); David Oas (screenplay); Scott Strader, Perry Lang, Mariska Hargitay, Richard Roundtree, R. G. Armstrong, Stoney Jackson, Tom Shadyac, Christopher Lee, Trinidad Silva, Donald Gibb, Katherine Kelly Lang, Marianne Gravatte, Adam Mills, Christopher Murphy; Teen, Comedy; Live Action
In 1987, "The Stepfather" was released by New Century Vista / ITC Entertainment; Joseph Ruben (director); Donald E. Westlake (screenplay); Terry O'Quinn, Jill Schoelen, Shelley Hack, Charles Layner, Stephen Shellen, Stephen E. Miller, Jeff Schultz, Gillian Barber, Robyn Stevan, Jackson Davies, Gabrielle Rose, Don S. Williams, Anna Hagan, Blu Mankuma, Richard Sargent, Margot Pinvidic, Rochelle Greenwood, Don MacKay, Dale Wilson, Gary Hetherington, Andrew Snider, Marie Stillin, Paul Batten, Sheila Paterson; Horror, Psychological Thriller; Live Action
In 1982, “A World Without Heroes” by KISS peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Candle In The Wind (Live)” by Elton John peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Could It Be Love” by Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Crazy” by Icehouse peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Feel Like A Number” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “In God's Country” by U2 peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Leather And Lace” by Stevie Nicks With Don Henley peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Little Darlin'” by Sheila peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “More Than Just The Two Of Us” by Sneaker peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “She's Got A Way” by Billy Joel peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Someone Could Lose A Heart Tonight” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tell It To My Heart” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Way You Make Me Feel” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “There's The Girl” by Heart peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Pretty Bad Boy” by Goddo peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1982, “She's Got A Way” by Billy Joel peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Way You Make Me Feel” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?” by Diana Ross peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Black And Blue” by Haywire peaked at number 37 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Cherry Bomb” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 5 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Closer Every Day” by The Jitters peaked at number 77 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 17 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Comin' Right Up” by Bruce Willis peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heatseeker” by AC/DC peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Can't Help It” by Bananarama peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “I Just Wanna (Spend Some Time With You)” by Alton Edwards peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “I'll Find My Way Home” by Jon And Vangelis peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “If I Gave My Heart To You” by John McLean peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Inside Out” by Mighty Lemon Drops peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Jennifer She Said” by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love Is Not A Game” by McAuley Schenker Group peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “New Sensation” by INXS peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Paradise” by Black peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Plug Me In (To The Central Love Line)” by Scarlet Fantastic peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Redneck” by Luxuria peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Said She Was A Dancer” by Jethro Tull peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Shame” by Eurythmics peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Shove It” by Cross peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Sign Your Name” by Terence Trent D'Arby peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Tenderness” by Diana Ross peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Wishing Well” by Gosh peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Waiting For A Girl Like You” by Foreigner peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Yellow Pearl” by Phil Lynott peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “You're All I Need” by Mötley Crüe peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Here I Am (Just When I Thought I Was Over You) / I've Got Your Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Mony Mony” by Billy Idol peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Resurrection Shuffle” by Cattletruck peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Rip It Up” by James Reyne peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Song for Canberra / Song for Canberra (Instrumentals)” by Capital 7 peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Way You Make Me Feel” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Unchain My Heart” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Don't You Want Me” by Jody Watley peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Got My Mind Set On You” by George Harrison peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Think We're Alone Now” by Tiffany peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “It's Raining” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Jack Le Freak” by Chic peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Learning To Fly” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Living In A Box” by Bobby Womack peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Never Can Say Goodbye” by The Communards peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Play To Win” by Heaven 17 peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Showdown At Big Sky” by Robbie Robertson peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Subversive Radical” by Riot III peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Trouble” by Lindsey Buckingham peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Under Pressure” by Queen And David Bowie peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Waiting For A Girl Like You” by Foreigner peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Always On My Mind” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “De Nederlandse sterre die viere carnaval” by Rubberen Robbie peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “In het zuiden” by Vader Abraham peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Je t'aime mon amour” by Vicky Leandros And Demis Roussos peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “King Without A Crown” by ABC peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Mamma woar is mien pils” by Normaal peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Mijn leven (My Way)” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Need You Tonight” by INXS peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Rits” by Bertus Staigerpaip peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Shame” by Eurythmics peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Maxi Priest peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Tango” by Dalbello peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Tell Me Why” by Earth And Fire peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Troy” by Sinéad O'Connor peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Young Turks” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Behind The Wheel” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “China In Your Hand” by T'Pau peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “It Must Have Been Love” by Roxette peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Joe le taxi” by Vanessa Paradis peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “When I Fall In Love” by Rick Astley peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Pas vu pas pris” by Corynne Charby peaked at number 39 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Sur des musiques érotiques” by Herbert Léonard peaked at number 25 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “You Win Again” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “GTO” by Sinitta peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Oh Julie” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Ooa hela natten” by Attack peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1988, “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” by Bill Medley And Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Always On My Mind” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Begin The Beguine (Volver a empezar)” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “E.S.P.” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Feel Me” by Ingrid Kup peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “GTO” by Sinitta peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Say You Will” by Foreigner peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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