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The 80's Datebook for February 18

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In 1980, Filming begins on Ringo Starrʹs movie, “Caveman”.

In 1980, On All My Children, as Palmer's (James Mitchell) masquerade party continued, Palmer started chasing after Daisy with an attack dog after she wanted to tell Nina the truth about her identity.

In 1980, On The Edge of Night, Miles (Joel Crothers) finally learned Nola drugged his watercooler.

In 1983, Eight p.m./ET “Benson” (ABC): Hoping to establish his right to an inheritance, Benson (Robert Guillaume) researches his family tree and learns that he and Clayton (Rene Auberjonois) both stem from the same roots. Governor: James Noble. Kraus: Inga Swenson.

In 1983, Martin Scorseseʹs “The King Of Comedy” starring Robert DeNiro and Jerry Lewis opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Cheers”. Other Articles: Bullalo Bill, Doctor Who

In 1988, Dolly Parton and Porter Wagoner performed together for the first time since their 1974 breakup, while taping an episode of Dolly! at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House. Parton wrote the song "I Will Always Love You" after Wagoner suggested she shift from story songs to focus on love songs.

In 1988, “Weird Al” Yankovic records “This Songʹs Just Six Words Long”, “Fat”, “Twister”, “Alimony”, and “I Think Iʹm A Clone Now” for his Even Worse LP.

In 1989, From cable access channel ten in Aurora, Illinois, Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar interview Garthʹs dad Beev and Nancy-from-school on the very first broadcast of “Wayneʹs World” on “Saturday Night Live.” The series of sketches starred Mike Meyers and Dana Carvey and later inspired a motion picture. Party time! excellent!

In 1989, On the cover of TV Guide: “Pee Wee Herman, Alf, Garfield, Mighty Mouse”. Other Articles: Best Childrenʹs TV, Roseanne

In 1989, R.C., “All She Wants Is” by Duranduran peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Tears Run Rings” by Marc Almond peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Wild Thing” by Tone Loc peaked at number two on the pop singles chart; “Weird Al” parodied it into “Isle Thing”.

In 1989, “Walk The Dinosaur” by Was (Not Was) entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1983, "The King of Comedy" was released by 20th Century Fox / Embassy International Pictures; Martin Scorsese (director); Paul D. Zimmerman (screenplay); Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Sandra Bernhard, Diahnne Abbott, Shelley Hack, Margo Winkler, Kim Chan, Frederick De Cordova, Edgar Scherick, Ed Herlihy, Tony Randall, Victor Borge, Joyce Brothers, Catherine Scorsese, Cathy Scorsese, Martin Scorsese, Charles Scorsese, The Clash, Kosmo Vinyl, Ellen Foley, Don Letts, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio; Satire, Black Comedy, Drama; Live action

In 1983, "Local Hero" was released by Warner Bros.; Bill Forsyth (director/screenplay); Peter Riegert, Denis Lawson, Fulton Mackay, Burt Lancaster, Norman Chancer, Peter Capaldi, Rikki Fulton, Alex Norton, Jenny Seagrove, Jennifer Black, Christopher Rozycki, Christopher Asante, John Gordon Sinclair, Caroline Guthrie, John M. Jackson; Comedy, Drama; Live action

In 1983, "Lovesick" was released by Warner Bros. / The Ladd Company; Marshall Brickman (director/screenplay); Dudley Moore, Elizabeth McGovern, John Huston, Alec Guinness, Wallace Shawn, Ron Silver, Alan King, Selma Diamond, Larry Rivers, David Strathairn, Christine Baranski, Renée Taylor, Fred Melamed; Romance, Comedy; Live action

In 1983, "The Pirates of Penzance" was released by Universal Pictures; Wilford Leach (director/screenplay); Kevin Kline, Angela Lansbury, Linda Ronstadt, George Rose, Rex Smith, Tony Azito, David Hatton, Louise Gold, Teresa Codling, Tilly Vosburgh, Stephen Hanan, Alexandra Korey, Marcie Shaw; Romance, Musical, Comedy; Live action

In 1983, "The Sting II" was released by Universal Pictures; Jeremy Paul Kagan (director); David S. Ward (screenplay); Jackie Gleason, Mac Davis, Teri Garr, Karl Malden, Oliver Reed, Ron Rifkin, José Pérez, Val Avery, Michael D. Aldredge, John Hancock, Larry Hankin, Bert Remsen, Tim Rossovich, Harry James, Woody Parfrey, Max Wright, Benny Baker, Frances Bergen, Larry Bishop, Danny Dayton, Tony Giorgio, Carl Gottlieb, Bob Minor; Comedy; Live action

In 1983, "Table for Five" was released by Warner Bros. / CBS Theatrical Films; Robert Lieberman (director); David Seltzer (screenplay); Jon Voight, Marie-Christine Barrault, Millie Perkins, Richard Crenna, Roxana Zal, Robby Kiger, Son Hoang Bui, Maria O'Brien, Nelson Welch, Bernie Hern, Moria Turner, Kevin Costner, Cynthia Kania, Marion Russell, Gustaf Unger; Drama; Live action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Look At That Cadillac” by Stray Cats peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “All She Wants Is” by Duran Duran peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Body Talk” by Deele peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Born To Be My Baby” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “For A Rocker” by Jackson Browne peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Heaven Knows” by When In Rome peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Imagine” by Tracie Spencer peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Over My Head” by Toni Basil peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Tears Run Rings” by Marc Almond peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “That Was Then But This Is Now” by ABC peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Walking Away” by Information Society peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Wild Thing” by Tone Loc peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Red, Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “All She Wants Is” by Duran Duran peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Melody” by Boys Brigade peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Nobody Told Me” by John Lennon peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Pink Houses” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Running With The Night” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “She Wants To Dance With Me” by Rick Astley peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “So Bad” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Angel Of Harlem” by U2 peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “As Long As You Follow” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 6 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Don't Rush Me” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 4 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Holding On” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 3 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Kiss” by The Art Of Noise Featuring Tom Jones peaked at number 75 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “My Sensation” by Eye Eye peaked at number 50 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Oasis” by Roberta Flack peaked at number 68 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Shake For The Sheik” by The Escape Club peaked at number 31 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, ✪ “Can U Dig It?” by Pop Will Eat Itself peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪ “Hyperactive!” by Thomas Dolby peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, ✪ “Jezebel” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “All I Ask Of You” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Are You My Baby?” by Wendy And Lisa peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Call Me '89” by Blondie peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Doctor! Doctor!” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Don't Rush Me” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Dream Kitchen” by Frazier Chorus peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Evergreen / Jealous Love” by Hazell Dean peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Eye Talk” by Fashion peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Falling In And Out Of Love” by Femme Fatale peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Falling In Love Again” by Londonbeat peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Fine Time” by Yazz peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Groove Check” by That Petrol Emotion peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Hot Thing” by Gaye Bykers On Acid peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “House Attack” by Mirage peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Only Wanna Be With You” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I'm Gonna Git You Sucka” by The Gap Band peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I'm On My Way” by The Proclaimers peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Just Because” by Anita Baker peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Kiss Me” by Tin Tin peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Living In A World (Turned Upside Down)” by Private Lives peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Lost In Your Eyes” by Debbie Gibson peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Over Gold” by Dire Straits peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Theme From 'The Thorn Birds'” by Juan Martin peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “My Prerogative” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Naughty Miranda” by Indians In Moscow peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “On The Floor” by Tony Cook And The Party People peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Organize” by David Grant peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Passion Rules The Game” by Scorpions peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Promised Land” by Joe Smooth peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Screen Me” by Tik And Tok peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Seduction” by Seduction peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Self-Destruction” by Stop The Violence Movement peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Shooting Shark” by Blue Öyster Cult peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Soul Train” by Swans Way peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Mayor Of Simpleton” by XTC peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tonight” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Warrior Woman” by Carol Kenyon peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What Difference Does It Make” by The Smiths peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, ✪ “I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Copperhead Road” by Steve Earle peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Last Frontier” by Jimmy Barnes peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Is A Battlefield” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “New Moon On Monday” by Duran Duran peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Nobody's Perfect” by Mike + The Mechanics peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Orange Crush” by R.E.M. peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Orinoco Flow” by Enya peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Right By Your Side” by Eurythmics peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Say It Isn't So” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Take Me To Your Heart” by Rick Astley peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Two Hearts” by Phil Collins peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Why Me?” by Irene Cara peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Baby, I Love Your Way/Free Bird” by Will To Power peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Maggie” by Foster And Allen peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yes peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Power And The Passion” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Temptation” by Wet Wet Wet peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Unconditional Love” by Donna Summer Featuring Musical Youth peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Waiting For A Star To Fall” by Boy Meets Girl peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Baby, I Love Your Way/Free Bird” by Will To Power peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Buffalo Stance” by Neneh Cherry peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Cathedral Song” by Tanita Tikaram peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Get To You” by Dan Reed Network peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Guardian Angel” by Masquerade peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “How About It” by MDMC peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I'm Into Folk” by Bart Peeters And De Radio's peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Listen To The Radio (Atmospherics)” by Tom Robinson peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Straight Ahead” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Talking In Your Sleep” by The Romantics peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tell Me If You Still Care” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Tracie” by Level 42 peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Where Is Your Love?” by Gail Ann Dorsey peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Wishful Thinking” by China Crisis peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “You Are Beautiful” by Chic peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “You Got It” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Guardian Angel” by Masquerade peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Lass mi bei dir sein” by Wilfried peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Of The Common People” by Paul Young peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “My, Oh My” by Slade peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Orinoco Flow” by Enya peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox And Al Green peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Silent Water” by Blue System peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Tango Korrupti” by Rainhard Fendrich peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Y tu” by Peter Kent And Luisa Fernandez peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Ambalaba” by Maxime Le Forestier peaked at number 32 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Big Fun” by Inner City Featuring Kevin Saunderson peaked at number 48 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Cross My Heart” by Eighth Wonder peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)” by Shakin' Stevens And Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Boom boom” by Dum Dum Boys peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Love Train” by Holly Johnson peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “25 Years” by The Catch peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)” by Shakin' Stevens And Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Can You Party” by Royal House peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Dr. Acid And Mr. House” by Rififi peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Especially For You” by Kylie And Jason peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Let's Stay Together” by Tina Turner peaked at number 28 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Of The Common People” by Paul Young peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “No tengo dinero” by Righeira peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Only You” by The Flying Pickets peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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