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The 80's Datebook for January 30

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In 1982, Actor-comedian Stanley Holloway died in Littlehampton, West Sussex, England, at age 91.

In 1982, Andy Kaufman makes his ninth “Saturday Night Live” appearance, this time as Elvis, performing a song, clucking, asking women to wrestle him, and ultimately apologizing.

In 1982, ESPN and the NBA agree to a two-year deal

In 1982, In need of a little comic relief, NBC gives Billy Crystal his own show. “The Billy Crystal Comedy Hour” is a standard 1980s-style variety show that, even with Crystal, lasts only a month.

In 1982, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of CHiPs”. Other Articles: Pray TV

In 1982, R.C., “Hooked On Classics” by Royal Philharmonic Orchestra peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, R.C., “I Canʹt Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall and John Oates peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. That song hits number one on the pop chart and the R&B chart simultaneously, one week after hitting number one on the disco chart. It is the fourth single by a white at to reach the top of the R&B chart since 1965.

In 1982, R.C., “Oh Julie” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Pac-Man Fever” by Buckner and Garcia entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Peter (Stephen Meadows) managed to sneak in and out of Kelly's (Robin Wright) apartment without anyone knowing.

In 1988, R.C., “I Need A Man” by Eurythmics peaked at #46 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “I Think Weʹre Alone Now” by Tiffany peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Need You Tonight” by INXS peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, The coldest Death Valley daytime temperature peaked at zero deagres

In 1980, "To All a Goodnight" was released by Intercontinental Releasing Corporation / Four Features Partners; David Hess (director); Alex Rebar (screenplay); Jennifer Runyon, Forrest Swanson, Linda Gentile, William Lauer, Judith Bridges, Katherine Herrington, Buck West, Sam Shamshak, Angela Bath, Denise Stearns, Solomon Trager, Jeff Butts, Dan Stryker; Slasher; Live action

In 1981, "Earthbound" was released by Taft International Pictures; James L. Conway (director); Michael Fisher (screenplay); Burl Ives, Todd Porter, Christopher Connelly, Meredith MacRae, Joseph Campanella, Marc Gilpin, John Schuck, Joey Forman, Stuart Pankin, H.M. Wynant, Doodles Weaver, Anne Lockhart, Mindy Dow, Elissa Leeds, Peter Isacksen, Jesse Bennett, Cindy Bertagnolli, Allen Tatomer, Scottie Anderson; Comedy, Sci-Fi; Live Action

In 1981, "The Incredible Shrinking Woman" was released by Universal Pictures; Joel Schumacher (director); Jane Wagner (screenplay); Lily Tomlin, Charles Grodin, Ned Beatty, Henry Gibson, Elizabeth Wilson, Mark Blankfield, Maria Smith, Pamela Bellwood, John Glover, Nicholas Hormann, James McMullan, Shelby Balik, Justin Dana, Rick Baker, Frank Welker, Mike Douglas, Dick Wilson, Sally Kirkland, Pat Ast, Marneen Fields; Sci-Fi, Comedy; Live Action

In 1987, "Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold" was released by Cannon Films; Gary Nelson (director); Gene Quintano, Lee Reynolds (screenplay); Richard Chamberlain, Sharon Stone, James Earl Jones, Henry Silva, Robert Donner, Cassandra Peterson, Doghmi Larbi, Aileen Marson, Martin Rabbett, Emily Eby, Rory Kilalea, Andy Edwards; Adventure, Comedy; Live Action

In 1987, "Outrageous Fortune" was released by Touchstone Pictures / Silver Screen Partners / Interscope Communications; Arthur Hiller (director); Leslie Dixon (screenplay); Shelley Long, Bette Midler, Peter Coyote, Robert Prosky, George Carlin, John Schuck, Anthony Heald, Christopher McDonald; Comedy; Live Action

In 1987, "Radio Days" was released by Orion Pictures; Woody Allen (director/screenplay); Woody Allen, Danny Aiello, Jeff Daniels, Mia Farrow, Seth Green, Robert Joy, Julie Kavner, Diane Keaton, Julie Kurnitz, Renée Lippin, Kenneth Mars, Josh Mostel, Tony Roberts, Wallace Shawn, Michael Tucker, David Warrilow, Dianne Wiest, Hy Anzell, Larry David, Denise Dumont, Todd Field, Kitty Carlisle Hart, Paul Herman, Judith Malina, Don Pardo, Martin Rosenblatt, Rebecca Schaeffer, Martin Sherman, Mike Starr, Kenneth Welsh, Sydney Blake, Leah Carrey, Gina DeAngelis, William Magerman, Brian Mannain, Helen Miller, Roger Schwinghammer; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “Hooked On Classics (medley)” by Louis Clark Conducting The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “It's My Party” by Dave Stewart And Barbara Gaskin peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Breakin' Away” by Al Jarreau peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Come Go With Me” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Comin' In And Out Of Your Life” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Honestly” by Stryper peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Need A Man” by Eurythmics peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Keeping Our Love Alive” by The Henry Paul Band peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Lonely Won't Leave Me Alone” by Glenn Medeiros peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Need You Tonight” by INXS peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Reason To Live” by KISS peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Seasons Of Gold (Four Seasons Medley)” by Gidea Park peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Stimulation” by Wa Wa Nee peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Tonight Tonight” by Bill Champlin peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Abacab” by Genesis peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Candle In The Wind (Live)” by Elton John peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Centerfold” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Connect Me” by Platinum Blonde peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” by Prince peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Need You Tonight” by INXS peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Our Lips Are Sealed” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rain In The Summertime” by The Alarm peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Say You Will” by Foreigner peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Shake It Up” by The Cars peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “There's The Girl” by Heart peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Waiting On A Friend” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Catch Me (I'm Falling)” by Pretty Poison peaked at number 12 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Connect Me” by Platinum Blonde peaked at number 45 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hot In The City” by Billy Idol peaked at number 43 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Motortown” by The Kane Gang peaked at number 61 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rain In The Summertime” by The Alarm peaked at number 44 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “I Wanna Be A Winner” by Brown Sauce peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “All Systems Go” by Donna Summer peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Asimbonanga” by Johnny Clegg And Savuka peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Being Boiled” by The Human League peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Come Into My Life” by Joyce Sims peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Comin' In And Out Of Your Life” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Don't Walk Away” by The Four Tops peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Falling In Love Again” by Techno Twins peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Felicity” by Orange Juice peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “He's No Good For You” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Here Is The News / Ticket To The Moon” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “How Ya Like Me Now” by Kool Moe Dee peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hungry Eyes” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Couldn't Believe It” by David Ruffin And Eddie Kendricks peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Think We're Alone Now” by Tiffany peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ideal World” by The Christians peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Imagine” by Randy Crawford With The Yellowjackets peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Let It Rain” by U.F.O. peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Let's Celebrate” by New York Skyy peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Overboard” by Gladys Knight And The Pips peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “No Love” by Joan Armatrading peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Oh Julie” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Over You” by Ray Parker Jr. And Natalie Cole peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Promises” by Basia peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Savin' Myself” by Eria Fachin peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “She's The One” by James Brown peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Sideshow” by Wendy And Lisa peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Sing A Song (Break It Down)” by Mantronix peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Best” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “There Is No Love Between Us Anymore” by Pop Will Eat Itself peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Trouble” by Lindsey Buckingham peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “You Make Me Feel” by Woodentops peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “It's My Party / Waiting In The Wings” by Dave Stewart And Barbara Gaskin peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪ “Pump Up The Volume” by M/A/R/R/S peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “The Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em) / When The Music Starts” by The Greg Kihn Band peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) / Feel The Chant” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Cherry Bomb” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Got My Mind Set On You” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Think We're Alone Now” by Tiffany peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Japanese Boy / A Fond Kiss” by Aneka peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Look Like Me / Naughty Rhythms” by Naughty Rhythms peaked at number 79 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “My Father's Hands / Mr. B. is Leaving Town” by Broderick Smith's Big Combo peaked at number 56 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Our Lips Are Sealed / Lust To Love” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Psalm 23 / Hallelujah” by Dianne And Bram Manusama peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Samantha / Ginny” by Swanee peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Welcome To The World” by Noiseworks peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Yesterday's Songs / Guitar Heaven” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 75 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Beethoven (I Love To Listen To)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)” by Haircut 100 peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Let's Groove” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Love In Motion” by Icehouse peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “My World” by Newtones peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Put Down That Weapon” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Shake It Up” by The Cars peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)” by Carl Carlton peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Spellbound” by Graham Brazier peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1982, “You Might Need Somebody” by Randy Crawford peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” by Bill Medley And Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Don't You Want Me?” by The Human League peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye” by Simply Red peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Females (Get On Up)” by The Cookie Crew peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Is This Love” by Whitesnake peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Landslide” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Oude Maasweg” by The Amazing Stroopwafels peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Packjammed (With The Party Posse)” by Stock Aitken Waterman peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Rock Your World (Joho, Joho)” by Weeks And Company peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Shake It Up” by The Cars peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Sjanson de Confiture” by De Aal peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Tenderness” by Diana Ross peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “That's What Love Is All About” by Michael Bolton peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tunnel Of Love” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Cambodia” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Flash In The Night” by Secret Service peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Snart kommer änglarna att landa” by Ulf Lundell peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Vod pojkar vill ha” by Rymdimperiet peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” by Bill Medley And Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Everlasting Love” by Sandra peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Need Love” by LL Cool J peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Living Eyes” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Mama Domenica” by Andy Borg peaked at number 24 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Once Upon A Long Ago” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1982, “One Of Us” by ABBA peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Reg i ... (Üba sowas reg i mi do goa net auf)” by Werner Müller [AT] peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Reif für die Insel” by Peter Cornelius peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Sorry Little Sarah” by Blue System peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Think Pink” by Déjà Vu peaked at number 27 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Under Pressure” by Queen And David Bowie peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Whenever You Need Somebody” by Rick Astley peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Wonderful Life” by Black peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Mademoiselle chante le blues” by Patricia Kaas peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Father Figure” by George Michael peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Cambodia” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Chi mai” by Ennio Morricone peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “My Baby Just Cares For Me” by Nina Simone peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Never Can Say Goodbye” by The Communards peaked at number 12 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “When I Fall In Love” by Rick Astley peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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