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In 1980, HOT SELLING ALBUMS “THE WALL” (Pink Floyd); “THE LONG RUN” (Eagles); while over in England, a hot newcomer was climbing the sales charts: “THE PRETENDERS”

In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Olympics”. Other Articles: Howard Cosell, Missy and Tracey Gold. COVER STORY OF “TV GUIDE” Previewing the Winter Olympics

In 1980, R.C., “The Hardest Part” by Blondie peaked at #84 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “This Is It” by Kenny Loggins peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Why Me” by Styx peaked at #26 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, Rick Barry, Houston, is first in NBA to score eight, three-pt goals in a game.

In 1980, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guest: MARIANNE FAITHFULL (“BROKEN ENGLISH”, “GUILT”)

In 1981, Bill Haley died on this day in Harlingen, Texas. He was 55. Haley recorded with his group, The Comets, what became known as the anthem of rock and roll: “Rock Around the Clock” from the movie, “Blackboard Jungle”. The song turned into a multimillion dollar hit and one of many hits Haley and the Comets had, including: “Burn That Candle”, “Dim Dim the Lights”, “Razzle Dazzle”, “Crazy Man Crazy”, “Rock the Joint”, “See You Later Alligator” and “Shake Rattle and Roll”. Bill Haley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.

In 1981, COVER OF PEOPLE TANYA ROBERTS (newest of TVʹs “CHARLIEʹS ANGELS”)

In 1981, COVER OF TIME BROOKE SHIELDS (“the 80s look”)

In 1983, Today in Days of Our Lives History: Marlena and Roman Bradyʹs Anniversary (of their first wedding)

In 1984, NBC Entertainment president, Brandon Tartikoff, gave an interviewer the 'Ten Commandments for TV Programmers'. “Number 1: Never schedule a show because you like it.” “Number 10: All hits are flukes and never forget it!”

In 1984, On Days of our Lives, Abe (James Reynolds) found Roman (Wayne Northrop) and they faced off until Roman convinced Abe of his innocence.

In 1985, COVER OF TV GUIDE ELLEN FOLEY and HARRY ANDERSON of “NIGHT COURT”

In 1985, Madonnaʹs “Like a Virgin,” album goes number one for three weeks.

In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “Ellen Foley and Harry Anderson of Night Court”. Other Articles: Justine and Jason Bateman

In 1985, R.C., “Money Changes Everything” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Solid” by Ashford and Simpson peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “The Boys Of Summer” by Don Henley peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Treat Her Like A Lady” by Temptations peaked at #48 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Saturday Night Live” host Harry Anderson eats Skippy the Guinea Pig during his monologue. By the way, it was a *joke*: Skippy survived to a ripe old age. (Which for a guinea pig is, what, about a day, maybe two?)

In 1986, During its latest visit to the solar system, Halleyʹs Comet came closest to the sun (its next return will be in 2061).

In 1986, Marvin Johnson wins record third time, light heavyweight boxing title.

In 1988, Having fought a valiant battle with toxemia, “All My Children” heroine Erica Kane gives birth (out of wedlock, naturally) to a bouncing baby lesbian, whom she names Bianca. Later in the year, bouncing baby Bianca (eventually the legitimized love child of Kane and dashing rogue Travis Montgomery) is kidnapped. None of which earns Susan Lucci a damned Emmy. We all thought it was her firstborn until Kendall (Sarah Michelle Gellar, later played by Alicia Minshew) showed up five years later.

In 1989, On Dynasty, Jeff saved Sammy Jo (Heather Locklear) from the burning barn.

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Baby Come Back To Me (The Morse Code Of Love)” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Crazy” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Go For It” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Got To Love Somebody” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Invitation To Dance” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Looks Like Love Again” by Dann Rogers peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Lost Her In The Sun” by John Stewart peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Money Changes Everything” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Remember (Walkin' In The Sand)” by Aerosmith peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Solid” by Ashford and Simpson peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Boys Of Summer” by Don Henley peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Hardest Part” by Blondie peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “This Is It” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Treat Her Like A Lady” by The Temptations peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Why Me?” by Styx peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Born In The U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Cool It Now” by New Edition peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Do What You Do” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Easy Lover” by Philip Bailey featuring Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Goodbye L.A.” by Bob Segarini peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Wanna Rock You” by Giorgio Moroder peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Light In Flight” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Money Changes Everything” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sexcrime (Nineteen Eighty-Four)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tonight” by David Bowie featuring Tina Turner peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You're The Inspiration” by Chicago peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, ⏺ “Coward Of The County” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “7 Teen” by The Regents peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Are You Ready?” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Atmosphere” by Russ Abbot peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Black Orchid” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Caravan Song” by Barbara Dickson peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dance Stance” by Dexy's Midnight Runners peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Stop The Feeling” by Roy Ayers peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Girlfriend Is Better” by Talking Heads peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Know Him So Well” by Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickson peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I'm In Love With You” by Koko Pop peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm In The Mood For Dancing” by The Nolans peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Land Of Hope and Glory” by Ex Pistols peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Living By Numbers” by New Musik peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love and Pride” by King peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Motorbike Beat” by Revillos peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Music Makes You Feel Like Dancing” by Brass Construction peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “My Girl Loves Me / Mix To Remember” by Shalamar peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “On The Air Tonight” by Willy Finlayson peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Out Of Control” by Angelic Upstarts peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Playground Of Privilege” by Time U.K. peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Quote Goodbye Quote” by Carolyne Mas peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Run To You” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sea Of Love” by The Honeydrippers peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sit Down and Cry” by Errol Dunkley peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Skinhead Moonstomp” by Symarip peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Starting Again” by Second Image peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sussudio” by Phil Collins peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Take Me To Heaven” by Sylvester peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Terry” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Martian Hop” by Rocky Sharpe and The Replays peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Babe, It's Up To You / Did She Have To Go Away” by Smokie peaked at number 60 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Dancing On The Jetty” by INXS peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Guardian Angel” by Masquerade peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Peter Piper / Interlude” by Frank Mills peaked at number 82 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Ships / They Gave In To The Blues” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Shout To The Top!” by The Style Council peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Skin Deep” by The Stranglers peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Where Did We Go Wrong / Dance You Fool, Dance” by Marcia Hines peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You Decorated My Life / One Man's Woman” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 61 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Rainbow Connection / I Hope That Somethin' Better Comes Along” by Kermit The Frog (Jim Henson) peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All Through The Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hang On To Your Love” by Sade peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hello Again” by The Cars peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Out Of Touch” by Daryl Hall and John Oates peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Medal Song” by Culture Club peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You're Only Lonely” by J.D. Souther peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, ⏺ “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Cars” by Gary Numan peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “A Message To You Rudy” by The Special AKA (The Specials) featuring Rico+ peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Brinkman, minister Brinkman.......” by Vader Abraham peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dag dikke olifant” by Willem Duyn peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “De hele avond dans ik alleen met jou” by Corry peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “De ketelsamba” by Franky Boy peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Don't Drive Drunk” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hang On To Your Love” by Sade peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Het leven is goed in m'n Brabantse land” by Oh Sixteen - Oh Seven peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Matt's Mood” by Breakout-Krew peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Mijn opoe heeft een zadel op d'r rug” by André van Duin peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Nederland, die heeft de bal” by André van Duin and Het Nederlands Elftal peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “On My Radio” by The Selecter peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rap-O Clap-O” by Joe Bataan peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sara” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Shout” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Touch” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Are Family [1984 Bernard Edwards Mix]” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Used To” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What's A Matter Baby” by Ellen Foley peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Precious Little Diamond” by Fox The Fox peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Smooth Operator” by Sade peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sounds Like A Melody” by Alphaville peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “When The Rain Begins To Fall” by Jermaine Jackson and Pia Zadora peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Everything She Wants” by Wham! peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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

In 1985, “Like A Virgin” by Madonna peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Riddle” by Nik Kershaw peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All Cried Out” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queen peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Hello Again” by The Cars peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Should Have Known Better” by Jim Diamond peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreigner peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, ⏺ “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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