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The 80's Datebook for February 1

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In 1980, After a run of more than 29 years, CBS aired the final episode daytime soap opera Love of Life, created by Roy Winsor in 1951. The original story was the tale of two sisters, Vanessa Dale (Peggy McCay) and Meg Dale (Jean McBride). Audrey Peters played the role of Van during the show's final 21 years. Note: CBS aired the final half-hour episode of The Young and the Restless. It expanded to an hour the following Monday.

In 1980, American Gigolo opens in movie theaters.

In 1980, Kenny Rogers was at #1 on the US country album chart with his seventh studio album Kenny, which featured the hit singles "Coward of the County" and "You Decorated My Life."

In 1980, On Guiding Light, Roger (Michael Zaslow) planned to kidnap Chrissy from the charity bazaar.

In 1980, On The Edge of Night, when Steve and Deborah (Frances Fisher) confronted Nola about masquerading as Martha Corey, she admitted it was true.

In 1980, Sears Radio Theater moves from CBS to Mutual Broadcasting System.

In 1980, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Part Two of their seventh ANNIVERSARY SHOW. Highlights: COMMODORES (“SAIL ON”, “STILL”), VILLAGE PEOPLE, OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN, DOLLY PARTON

In 1980, “A Christmas Together” album by John Denver and The Muppets was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1980, “Beat The Clock”, TV Game Show, last aired on CBS.

In 1980, “Eat To The Beat” album by Blondie was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1980, “Glass Houses” album by Billy Joel was released

In 1980, “Heartache Tonight” single by Eagles was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1980, “The Long Run” album by Eagles was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1982, On One Life to Live, Doctor Ivan Kipling implanted a mind-control chip in Larryʹs brain, which caused him to stand up his bride, Mimi.

In 1982, “Late Night With David Letterman”, TV Talk Show, debut on NBC where it stayed for 11 years. (Due to the quirk in time zones, it was early February 2nd, Eastern/Pacific time at 12:30am when it premiered, but it was 11:30pm Central and Mountain times where it first aired.) The show featured Stupid Pet Tricks, Top Ten Lists, Viewer Mail, Larry “Bud” Melman, Manny the Hippie, The Peacock Ladies, and a whole lot more wacky, offbeat, weird and bizarre stuff. Bill Murray gets “Physical” on the very first of 1,809 episodes for the National Broadcasting Corporation. “Bill wanted to do something special, so he was coming down early to talk to the writers and see what they could come up with together,” Letterman later recalled. “When he arrived, Merrill and I were out filming a segment, and Bill showed up with about six gallons of whatever tequila was on sale. When we got back, everybody was s***-faced, and it was dark, since Bill had decided the flourescent lights were leeching Vitamin E from them and heʹd hidden all the lamps. Nothing was written, and the only explanation I could get from anyone was, 'Bill was here.' When we did get on the air, Bill decided not to do any of the stuff weʹd written and got an urge to sing 'Letʹs Get Physical' and do aerobics. So he did.”

In 1983, Judith Light aired for the final time as Karen on One Life to Live. The following year, she would be one of the stars of the sitcom "Who's The Boss" co-starring Tony Danza.

In 1984, Lifetime cable channel was launched.

In 1984, The ARTS channel and The Entertainment Channel merge, forming, what else, A&E: Arts and Entertainment Network. Also merging today, Daytime network and the Cable Health network to form “Lifetime: Television most men would have to be held captive in Guantanamo Bay to watch.”

In 1984, “Thriller” single by Michael Jackson was released.

In 1985, Glenn Frey makes his acting debut playing a pilot in a Miami Vice episode based on his song “Smugglerʹs Blues.”

In 1986, KHJ-AM 930 in Los Angeles, California changes call letters to KRTH-AM.

In 1986, On “Late Night with David Letterman” on NBC, Fourth anniversary show. Taped on a flight to Miami.

In 1986, R.C., “Burning Heart” by Survivor peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Sidewalk Talk” by Jellybean (“Katt” Buchanan) peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Kung Fu The Movie” aired.

In 1987, Doctor Dementoʹs live radio show is last heard on 94.7 KMET-FM. Shortly after this, it was announced that KMET was changing to KTWV and a new format on February 14. Live DJs disappeared from the station while the new format was being prepared, thus the next week, syndicated show 87-06 was aired, and then the show moved to KLSX the following week. (source: dmdb.com)

In 1987, The Travel Channel was launched.

In 1987, “Iʹm No Angel” album by Gregg Allman Band was released

In 1980, "American Gigolo" was released by Paramount Pictures; Paul Schrader (director/screenplay); Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton, Nina van Pallandt, Tom Stewart, Robert Wightman, David Cryer, Brian Davies, Richard Derr, Bill Duke, Héctor Elizondo, Frances Bergen, Carol Bruce, K Callan, Patricia Carr, Carole Cook, MacDonald Carey, William Dozier; Neo-Noir, Crime, Drama; Live action

In 1980, "Fatso" was released by 20th Century Fox / Brooksfilms; Anne Bancroft (director/screenplay); Dom DeLuise, Anne Bancroft, Candice Azzara, Ron Carey, David Comfort, Richard Karron, Michael Lombard, Ralph Manza, Estelle Reiner, Natasha Ryan, Sal Viscuso, Paul Zegler, Father Bob Curtis; Comedy, Drama; Live action

In 1980, "Simon" was released by Orion Pictures; Marshall Brickman (director/screenplay); Alan Arkin, Madeline Kahn, Austin Pendleton, Judy Graubart, William Finley, Wallace Shawn, Jayant, Max Wright, Fred Gwynne, Adolph Green, Keith Szarabajka, Ann Risley, Rex Robbins, David Warrilow, Louise Lasser, Dick Cavett, Pierre Epstein, Roy Cooper, Hetty Galen; Comedy; Live action

In 1987, "LBJ: The Early Years" was released by NBC Productions / Louis Rudolph Films / Brice Productions / Fries Entertainment; Peter Werner (director); Ken Trevey (screenplay); Randy Quaid, Patti LuPone, Morgan Brittany, Pat Hingle, R.G. Armstrong, Barry Corbin, Robin Curtis, Charles Frank, James F. Kelly, Jack Blessing, Kevin McCarthy, Tony Frank, Jack Garner, Anne Haney, Jerry Hardin, Don Moss, Joan Prather, Sandy Ward, Ian Wolfe, Royal Dano, Bruce Gray, Michael Greene, Frances Conroy, Ron Hayes, Royce Wallace, Margaret Blye, Terrence Evans, Tamara Taylor, Lesley Woods, Frances Bay, Corey Burton; Drama; Live action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Burning Heart” by Survivor peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Everything In My Heart” by Corey Hart peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Go Home” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Goodbye” by Night Ranger peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Wham! peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Prove Me Wrong” by David Pack peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Secret” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sidewalk Talk” by Jellybean Featuring Catherine Buchanan With Madonna peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, ✪ “Rock Me Amadeus” by Falco peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Action Speaks Louder” by Action peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “All Of The Dreams” by FM peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Burning Heart” by Survivor peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Everything Must Change” by Paul Young peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Footsteps” by Nick Gilder peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Go Home” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Wham! peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “My Hometown” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Talk To Me” by Stevie Nicks peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “A Love Bizarre” by Sheila E. peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Cold Shoulder” by Evelyn Thomas peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Funky Sensation” by Ladies Choice peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Can't Live Without My Radio” by LL Cool J peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “It Doesn't Really Matter” by Zapp peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Only Love” by Nana Mouskouri peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Party All The Time” by Eddie Murphy peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rescue Me” by Zerra One peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Suspicious Minds” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Oak Tree” by Morris Day peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, ✪ “Spies Like Us” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Can't Wait To See You” by Eurogliders peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Kabuki” by Geisha peaked at number 42 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Slave To The Rhythm” by Grace Jones peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Come To My Aid” by Simply Red peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Break My Heart” by UB40 peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Look Down” by Go West peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Hard Woman” by Mick Jagger peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “King For A Day” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “This Time” by INXS peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You Belong To The City” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Female Intuition” by Mai Tai peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Hit And Run” by Total Contrast peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “It's Alright (Baby's Coming Back)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Kom op, we zetten alles op z'n kop” by De Deurzakkers peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Moscow Nights” by Anya peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “We Just” by Moses peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Ba Ba Banküberfall” by Erste Allgemeine Verunsicherung peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Destiny” by Jennifer Rush peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Help The Man” by Georgie Red peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Wham! peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Lonely Boy” by Johann K. peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Narrenkast'l schau'n, Luftschlösser bau'n” by John Fox Band peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “We Built This City” by Starship peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Dress You Up” by Madonna peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Wham! peaked at number 34 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “L'Aziza” by Daniel Balavoine peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “The Sun Always Shines On T.V.” by a-ha peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1986, “They Say It's Gonna Rain” by Hazell Dean peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1986, “West End Girls” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “After The Love Has Gone” by Princess peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Face The Face” by Pete Townshend peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Is It A Crime?” by Sade peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Lover Why” by Century peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Loving You's A Dirty Job But Somebody's Gotta Do It” by Bonnie Tyler And Todd Rundgren peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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