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The 80's Datebook for January 26

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In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Richard Mulligan and Kathryn Damon of Soap”. Other Articles: Isaac Asimov, Christopher Norris

In 1980, Once upon a time, before Lisa Kudrow routinely foisted herself upon a dozen talk show couches a week, another blonde ruled the land — the lovely Teri Garr. On this night in 1980, Ms. Garr expanded her late-night reign with the first of three hosting appearances on “Saturday Night Live.”

In 1980, Prince made his TV debut on Dick Clarkʹs American Bandstand. Back then, his name was pronouncable.

In 1980, R.C., “Coward Of The County” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number three on the pop singles chart. It was parodied into “Chicken Of The County”.

In 1980, R.C., “I Wanna Be Your Lover” by Prince peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Third Time Lucky (First TIme I Was A Fool)” by Foghat peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guests: B-52s (“ROCK LOBSTER”)

In 1981, ABC looks to the movies for the basis for “Foul Play,” a comedy-mystery series based on the goofy Chevy Chase-Goldie Hawn hit. The TV show stars Deborah Raffin and Barry Bostwick and will last about a month.

In 1981, “Autoamerican” album by Blondie was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1981, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” single by Pat Benatar was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1981, “The Best Of Barbara Mandrell” album by Barbara Mandrell was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1981, “The Tide Is High” single by Blondie was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1983, On One Life to Live, Deliia accepted Asaʹs proposal of marriage even though she loved Bo because she believed they were related.

In 1984, “Mike Hammer”, TV Crime Drama, by Mickey Spillane; debut on CBS.

In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “Perry King of Riptide”. Other Articles: Debbi Morgan, Sunday AM News Shows

In 1985, “Late Night with David Letterman” aired its Third anniversary show in primetime on NBC.

In 1986, The Chicago Bears win their first NFL championship since 1963 by setting a Super Bowl-record for points scored in defeating the New England Patriots 46-10.

In 1987, The Childrenʹs Television Workshop makes math hip with “Square One TV” on PBS, featuring game show and music video parodies, and the daily serial featuring the by-the-book crime solving of Kate Monday and George Frankly of “Mathnet.”

In 1987, “Greatest Hits” album by Ray Stevens was released

In 1987, “Mathnet,” and “Mathman” were first seen on PBS

In 1988, Australians celebrated the 200th anniversary of their country as a grand parade of tall ships sailed in Sydney Harbor, re-enacting the voyage of the first European settlers and a re-enactment of the arrival first shipload of prisoners from England.

In 1988, Betty White made her first appearance on Days of our Lives as part of NBC's "Where's Betty?" contest.

In 1988, Mike Tyson was named 1987 WBC Boxer of the Year.

In 1988, “Singles 45's And Under” album by Squeeze was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1989, Major League Baseball rescinds the modifications initiated last season to make balk calls more uniform throughout baseball, reverting to the pre-1988 rules. The change of wording from 'a complete stop' to 'a single complete and discernible stop, with both feet on the ground' had caused umpires to call an unprecedented amount of balks in both the American and National League.

In 1989, U.S. computer security expert warns of catastrophic virus.

In 1987, "The Alamo: 13 Days to Glory" was released by NBC / Briggle, Hennessey, Carrothers & Associates / Fries Entertainment / Alamo Productions / Orion; Burt Kennedy (director); Lon Tinkle, Clyde Ware, Norman McLeod Morrill (screenplay); James Arness, Brian Keith, Alec Baldwin, Raúl Juliá, David Ogden Stiers, Jon Lindstrom, Lorne Greene, Jim Metzler, Tom Schanley, Fernando Allende, Kathleen York, Isela Vega, Gene Evans, Hinton Battle, David Sheiner, Noble Willingham, Eloy Casados, Buck Taylor, Grainger Hines, Tom Everett, Stan Ivar, Ethan Wayne, Jan Tríska, John Furlong, Dale Swann, Laura Harring, Nicky Blair, Red West, Michael Wren, Tony Becker, Thomas Callaway, Jerry Potter, Gary Kasper, Jay Baker, Laura Fabian, Loyda Ramos, Bel Sandre; Action, Adventure, Biography; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “20/20” by George Benson peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Glide” by Pleasure peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Holdin' On For Dear Love” by Lobo peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Call Your Name” by Switch peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Wanna Be Your Lover” by Prince peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Jamie” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Knocking At Your Back Door” by Deep Purple peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Memorize Your Number” by Leif Garrett peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Third Time Lucky (First Time I Was A Fool)” by Foghat peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Too Late” by Journey peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Trust Me” by Cindy Bullens peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Wait For Me” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Coward Of The County” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Careless Whisper” by George Michael peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Catch My Fall” by Billy Idol peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Changes” by Private Eye peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Cool Change” by Little River Band peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Head Games” by Foreigner peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Want You Tonight” by Pablo Cruise peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jane” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Not In Love” by Platinum Blonde peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Run To You” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Small Town Boy” by Bronski Beat peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tender Years” by John Cafferty And The Beaver Brown Band peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Rapper's Delight” by The Sugarhill Gang peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Babe” by Styx peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Better Love Next Time” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Can I” by Cashmere (U.K.) peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Contagious” by The Whispers peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Friends” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Green Onions” by Booker T. And The M.G.'s peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Can't Live Without Your Love” by Terraplane peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Wanna Be Your Lover” by Prince peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” by Dollar peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I've Got To Love Somebody” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “In The Evening” by Sheryl Lee Ralph peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Julia” by Eurythmics peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Just A Shadow” by Big Country peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Little Red Corvette / 1999” by Prince peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lovergirl” by Teena Marie peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Loveride” by Nuance Featuring Vikki Love peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “My Girl” by Madness peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “On The Wasteland” by Anti-Nowhere League peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rotation” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Say Yeah” by The Limit peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “See That Glow” by This Island Earth peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Shout” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Since Yesterday” by Strawberry Switchblade peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Spirits (Having Flown)” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Thank You My Love” by Imagination peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Borderlines” by Jeffrey Osborne peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Elvis Medley” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Letter / Paradise Bird” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “There Will Never Be Another You” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Can Be Brave Again” by The Armoury Show peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Got The Funk” by Positive Force peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Wonderland” by The Commodores peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You Take My Breath Away” by H2O peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All Through The Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Apocalypso (Wiping The Smile Off Santa's Face)” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Arabian Nights / Don't Let Me Down” by Dalton Brothers peaked at number 85 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Babe / I'm O.K.” by Styx peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough / I Can't Help It” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jealousy / Step Into The Love Line” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Message In A Bottle / Landlord” by The Police peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Private Dancer” by Tina Turner peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Together In Electric Dreams” by Phil Oakey And Giorgio Moroder peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “A Girl In Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)” by Romeo Void peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “All Cried Out” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “East Of Eden” by Big Country peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” by ABBA peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I'm So Excited” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Montego Bay” by Jon Stevens peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rock With You” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Savannah Nights” by Tom Johnston peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Power Of Love” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Belong” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Better Be Good To Me” by Tina Turner peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Carrie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Den Egelantier” by R.K. Veulpoepers b.v. peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Fly Too High” by Janis Ian peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Have A Dream” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Livin' For The Night” by Sherman Brothers peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “No Mercy” by The Stranglers peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Off The Wall” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Presidential Suite” by Tiffany [NL] peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Say Yeah” by The Limit peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sea Of Love” by The Honeydrippers peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Solid” by Ashford And Simpson peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Tell Everybody” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Are The Young” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Rapper's Delight” by The Sugarhill Gang peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Boyss” by Strix Q peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Do It To Me (Once More With Feeling)” by Britt Ekland peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreigner peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)” by Donna Summer And Barbra Streisand peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “The Lucky One (Like A Wild Bird Of Pray)” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 27 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Sexcrime (Nineteen Eighty-Four)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Like A Virgin” by Madonna peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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