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The 80's Datebook for February 26

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In 1981, The Boston Bruins and the Minnesota North Stars set an NHL record with 84 penalties totalling 406 minutes. Twelve players were ejected in the game, won by the Bruins 5-1.

In 1983, Jeff (“Taxi”) Conaway stars as dashing Prince Erik Greystone in the CBS adventure “Wizards and Warriors.” Julia (“Newhart”) Duffy stars as lovely Princess Ariel.

In 1983, Michael Jacksonʹs “Thriller” hit 37 weeks at the top of the U.S. album chart. It sold over 40 million copies. In the United Kingdom, six songs were hits, five reaching the Top Ten. Seven songs were released in the U.S., all Top Ten. The album was number one in every western country, received twelve Grammy nominations, winning seven.

In 1983, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of All My Children”. Other Articles: Fame, Brideshead Revisited.

In 1983, R.C., “Betcha She Donʹt Love You” by Evelyn King peaked at #49 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Donʹt Tell Me You Love Me” by Night Ranger peaked at #40 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “On The Loose” by Saga peaked at #26 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Pass The Dutchie” by Musical Youth peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Shame On The Moon” by Bob Seger peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Stray Cat Strut” by Stray Cats peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Your Love Is Driving Me Crazy” by Sammy Hagar peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, Shortwave pirate Radio U.S.A. (Wellsville, New York) begins transmission.

In 1984, Maleisisch toverdokter Pak Awang (84) marries 80th spouse.

In 1986, The Rolling Stonesʹ “Harlem Shuffle”/“Had it With You” released. Almost a quarter century since their start as an R&B cover band, The Stones come full circle with their rendition of the Bob and Earl classic.

In 1987, Michael Jordan scores 58 points, the most by a Chicago player in a regular-season game, to lead the Bulls over the New Jersey Nets 128-113. Jordan scores almost half his points from the free throw line, hitting 26 of 27.

In 1987, The first of the Beatles albums on compact discs were released in the U.K.; they were “Please Please Me”, “With The Beatles”, “A Hard Dayʹs Night”, and “Beatles For Sale”; there were an advance of $17 million in orders.

In 1987, “He Thinks Heʹs Ray Stevens” album by Ray Stevens was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1988, On General Hospital, as Grant Putnam was taken into custody, he screamed about Anna (Finola Hughes), "I hope she dies!" Anna cried and collapsed in Robert's (Tristan Rogers) arms.

In 1988, On General Hospital, Tom and Simone got married in the show's first interracial ceremony.

In 1989, “Get Smart Again” aired.

In 1982, "Evilspeak" was released by Moreno Films / Warner Bros. / Leisure Investment Company / Coronet Film; Eric Weston (director/screenplay); Joseph Garofalo (screenplay); Clint Howard, R.G. Armstrong, Joseph Cortese, Claude Earl Jones, Haywood Nelson, Don Stark, Charles Tyner, Hamilton Camp, Loren Lester, Lenny Montana, Richard Moll, Louie Gravance, Jim Greenleaf, Lynn Hancock, Leonard D'John; Horror; Live Action

In 1988, "Alien from L.A." was released by The Cannon Group / Golan-Globus Productions; Albert Pyun (director/screenplay); Regina Davis, Debra Ricci (screenplay); Kathy Ireland, William R. Moses, Richard Haines, Don Michael Paul, Thom Mathews, Linda Kerridge, Deep Roy, Janie Du Plessis, Simon Poland, Kristen Trucksess, Lochner De Kock; Sci-Fi; Live Action

In 1988, "Bloodsport" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Newt Arnold (director); Christopher Cosby, Mel Friedman, Sheldon Lettich (screenplay); Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donald Gibb, Leah Ayres, Norman Burton, Roy Chiao, Forest Whitaker, Bolo Yeung, Ken Siu, Michel Qissi, Philip Chan; Martial Arts; Live Action

In 1988, "Frantic" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Roman Polanski (director/screenplay); Gerard Brach, Robert Towne (screenplay); Harrison Ford, Betty Buckley, John Mahoney, Emmanuelle Seigner, Gerard Klein, Jacques Ciron, Dominique Pinon, Yves Rénier, Robert M. Ground, Jimmie Ray Weeks, Thomas M. Pollard, Marcel Bluwal, Patrick Floersheim, Yorgo Voyagis, David Huddleston, Alexandra Stewart, Artus de Penguern, Roman Polanski; Mystery. Thriller; Live Action

In 1988, "Hairspray" was released by New Line Cinema; John Waters (director/screenplay); Sonny Bono, Ruth Brown, Divine, Debbie Harry, Ricki Lake, Jerry Stiller, Ric Ocasek, Pia Zadora, Leslie Ann Powers, Colleen Fitzpatrick, Michael St. Gerard, Clayton Prince, Cyrkle Milbourne, Shawn Thompson, Mink Stole, Joann Havrilla, Doug Roberts, Alan J. Wendi, Toussaint McCall, John Waters, Josh Charles, Jason Downs, Holter Graham; Comedy; Live Action

In 1988, "A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon" was released by 20th Century Fox / Island Pictures; William Richert (director/screenplay); River Phoenix, Ann Magnuson, Meredith Salenger, Ione Skye, Louanne, Matthew L. Perry, Paul Koslo, Jane Hallaren, Jason Court, James Deuter, Alison Goldfrapp, Johnny Galecki, Alan Goldsher, William Richert, Marji Banks, Margaret Moore, Kamie Harper; Coming-of-Age, Comedy, Drama, Romance; Live Action

In 1989, "Get Smart, Again!" was released by ABC / IndieProd Company Productions / Phoenix Entertainment Group; Gary Nelson (director); Leonard Stern, Mark Curtiss, Rod Ash (teleplay); Don Adams, Barbara Feldon, Bernie Kopell, Dick Gautier, Robert Karvelas, King Moody, Harold Gould, Kenneth Mars, John de Lancie, Steve Levitt, David Ketchum, Danny Goldman, Roger Price, Cecily Adams, Fritz Feld, Willard E. Pugh, Alan Spencer, Rachelle Carson, Kate Stern, Jim Antonio; Comedy, Sci-Fi; Live Action

In 1989, "The Revenge of Al Capone" was released by NBC Productions / River City Productions Inc. / Unity Productions Inc.; Michael Pressman (director); Tracy Keenan Wynn (screenplay); Keith Carradine, Ray Sharkey, Debrah Farentino, Charles Haid, Jayne Atkinson, Neil Giuntoli, Charles Hallahan, James Handy, Scott Paulin, Alan Rosenberg, Jordan Charney, Tony Amendola, Bradford English, Elaine Joyce, Troy Evans, Nicholas Mele, Michael Pressman, David Stenstrom, Kirk Thornton, Robert Bernedetti, Peter Noel Duhamel, John Di Santi, Michael Medeiros, Kate Brenner, Marc Figueroa, Michael Hungerford, Conor O'Farrell; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Always” by Firefall peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Betcha She Don't Love You” by Evelyn 'Champagne' King peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Don't Tell Me You Love Me” by Night Ranger peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “I Can't Stand Still” by Don Henley peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “On The Loose” by Saga peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Shame On The Moon” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “The Woman In Me” by Donna Summer peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Your Love Is Driving Me Crazy” by Sammy Hagar peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, ⏺🤣 “Pass The Dutchie” by Musical Youth peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, ✪✪ “Bread and Butter” by Robert John peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, ✪✪ “Stray Cat Strut” by Stray Cats peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Baby, Come To Me” by Patti Austin and James Ingram peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Bad Boy” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Breaking Us In Two” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Heart To Heart” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Africa” by Toto peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Call Of The Wild” by Merrick and Tibbs peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Cold Sweat” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Groovin' (That's What We're Doing)” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “He Reminds Me” by Randy Crawford peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Hey! Little Girl” by Icehouse peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Perfect” by The The peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, ✪✪ “Johnny Remember Me” by Meteors peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, ✪✪ “Shiny Shiny” by Haysi Fantayzee peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Close Again / Homing Pigeon” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Twisting By The Pool (EP)” by Dire Straits peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Walk On By / Lonely Man” by Jo Jo Zep peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, “You Can't Hurry Love / I Cannot Believe It's True” by Phil Collins peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Love Me Tomorrow” by Chicago peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Muscles” by Diana Ross peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Payload” by Hunters and Collectors peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Fadeaway” by Loz Netto's Bzar peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Fame” by Irene Cara peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Het antwoord (Alle Menschen werden Brüder)” by Frank Boeijen Groep peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “I Need You” by Paul Carrack peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “My Love Is Waiting” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Polonaise achteruit” by Arie Ribbens peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Vriendschap” by Het Goede Doel peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “A cosa pensano” by Alice peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “All Right” by Christopher Cross peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Palmeschtrand” by Billy Bost--sch Bänd peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Passion” by The Flirts peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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