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The 80's Datebook for March 17

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In 1980, COVER OF PEOPLE: MACKENZIE PHILLIPS, BONNIE FRANKLIN, VALERIE BERTINELLI (from TVʹs “ONE DAY AT A TIME”)

In 1982, A CBS sitcom trying to mine laughs out of undercover police work, “Bakerʹs Dozen” stars Ron Silver, Cindy Weintraub and Doris Belack.

In 1982, Dean Jones reprises his movie role as the owner of an adorable Volkswagen in the CBS sitcom “Herbie, the Love Bug,” based on the popular series of Disney movies. The show will run out of gas after only a month.

In 1982, “Late Night With David Letterman” stages the “Great Pizza Race.” Dave selects three audience members to call three different pizza places: Joe Gʹs, Original Rayʹs, and Old Fashioned Pizza, and order a pie with everything on them. Old Fashioned Pizza arrives first at 24 minutes, 15 seconds. You could say that this pizza race delivered!

In 1984, Cyndi Lauper makes her debut on “American Bandstand”. She perfroms “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” and “Time After Time”.

In 1984, R.C., “Donʹt Let Go” by Wang Chung peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Give It Up” by K.C. peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart. The Sunshine Band didnʹt play with him; their carrer was in an…ECLIPSE.

In 1984, R.C., “Livin' In Desperate Times” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.

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

In 1984, R.C., “Politics Of Dancing” by Re-Flex peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, “They Donʹt Know” by Tracey Ullman entered the Top 40 chart. Not a demented song, but Tracey Ullman was one of the decade's top comediennes. Most Americans would later get to know Traceyʹs talents later on when Fox and HBO give her a TV series.

In 1985, Patrick Ewing (which sounds like a character from “Dallas”), honored as basketballʹs top collegiate player, accepted the Naismith Award during half-time of the DePaul-Syracuse game.

In 1985, The comic strip “Luann” debut.

In 1987, At an England benefit, Princess Diana complimented Boy George for his choice of attire: his black tights and white dress.

In 1987, IBM releases PC-DOS version 3.3.

In 1987, On Days of our Lives, Justin Kiriakis (Wally Kurth) arranged for reporters to "welcome" Melissa (Lisa Trusel) home from her fake tour.

In 1987, Princess Diana complimented Boy George on his black tights and white dress at a benefit in England.

In 1988, Highest scoring NCAA basketball game; Loyola-Marymont 119, Wyoming 115.

In 1988, “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas” album by Mannheim Steamroller was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1989, On General Hospital, Jane Elliot returned as Tracy Quartermaine.

In 1989, "Fletch Lives" was released by Universal Pictures; Michael Ritchie (director); Leon Capetanos (screenplay); Chevy Chase, Hal Holbrook, Julianne Phillips, R. Lee Ermey, Richard Libertini, Randall "Tex" Cobb, Don Brockett, Cleavon Little, George Wyner, Patricia Kalember, Geoffrey Lewis, Richard Belzer, Phil Hartman, Titos Vandis, Don Hood; Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Leviathan" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / Filmauro; George P. Cosmatos (director); David Peoples, Jeb Stuart (screenplay); Peter Weller, Richard Crenna, Amanda Pays, Daniel Stern, Ernie Hudson, Michael Carmine, Lisa Eilbacher, Hector Elizondo, Meg Foster, Eugene Lipinski, Tom Woodruff Jr.; Sci-Fi, Horror; Live Action

In 1989, "The Rescuers" was re-released by Walt Disney Pictures; Wolfgang Reitherman, John Lounsbery, Art Stevens (directors); Larry Clemmons, Vance Gerry, Ken Anderson, Frank Thomas, Burny Mattinson, Fred Lucky, Dick Sebast, David Michener, Ted Berman (screenplay); Bob Newhart, Eva Gabor, Michelle Stacy, Geraldine Page, Joe Flynn, Jim Jordan, John McIntire, Jeanette Nolan, Pat Buttram, Bernard Fox; Adventure, Family, Animation

In 1989, "Rooftops" was released by New Visions Pictures; Robert Wise (director); Allan A. Goldstein, Tony Mark (screenplay); Jason Gedrick, Troy Beyer, Eddie Velez, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Alexis Cruz, Allen Payne, Luis Guzmán, Robert LaSardo, Lauren Tom; Crime, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “The Politics Of Dancing” by Re-Flex peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Do You Love Me?” by Andy Fraser peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Let Go” by Wang Chung peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Give It Up” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band Featuring K.C. peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Livin' In Desperate Times” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “New Moon On Monday” by Duran Duran peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Jump” by Van Halen peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rebel Yell” by Billy Idol peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Send Me An Angel” by Real Life peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sunglasses At Night” by Corey Hart peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “White Horse” by Laid Back peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Adult Education” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bad Boy” by Quiet Riot peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Birds Fly (Whisper To A Scream)” by Icicle Works peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Blue Emotion” by Fiat Lux peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Breakin' Down (Sugar Samba)” by Julia And Company peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Burning Flame” by Vitamin Z peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dancing With The Rebels” by Cutting Edge peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Answer Me” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “General Public” by General Public peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Ghost Of Love” by Fiction Factory peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hanna Hanna” by China Crisis peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Here We Go Rock And Roll” by Spider peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Don't Know What It Is But I Love It” by Chris Rea peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Feel Like Walking In The Rain” by Millie Jackson peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Juicy Fruit” by Christine Lewins peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Jump” by Van Halen peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Let's Groove” by Mirage peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Times Love” by Heavy Pettin' peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Mickey's Monkey” by Warren Mills peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Night Of The Hawks” by Hawkwind peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Nightime Heaven” by Technos peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Out Come The Freaks” by Was (Not Was) peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Selina Wow Wow” by Dee C. Lee peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Street Dance” by Break Machine peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Renegades Of Funk” by Afrika Bambaataa And The Soul Sonic Force peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tuesday Sunshine” by Questions peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Walking In My Sleep” by Roger Daltrey peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Radio Ga-Ga” by Queen peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “An Innocent Man” by Billy Joel peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Break My Stride” by Matthew Wilder peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “King Of Pain” by The Police peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Kiss The Bride” by Elton John peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Let's Stay Together” by Tina Turner peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love In A Box” by Sunnyboys peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “White Lines (Don't Do It)” by Melle Mel And The Furious Five peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “(I Still Can't Get Over) Loving You” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Poi e” by Patea Maori Club peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Pokarekareana” by Richard Clayderman peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Talking In Your Sleep” by The Romantics peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “This Woman” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “The Politics Of Dancing” by Re-Flex peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “(Feels Like) Heaven” by Fiction Factory peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bird Of Paradise” by Snowy White peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Break My Stride” by Matthew Wilder peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Geef mij je angst” by André Hazes peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hiekikkowokan” by Normaal peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Is A Wonderful Colour” by Icicle Works peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Somebody (Hey Girl)” by Video peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tooralooralooraloo - Is It Old And Is It New” by Trio peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Yah Mo B There” by James Ingram And Michael McDonald peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 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 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Ich bin ein Negerant Madam” by Rainhard Fendrich peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Relax” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “That's All” by Genesis peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Ci sarà” by Al Bano And Romina Power peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Danger” by The Flirts peaked at number 30 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hypnotic Tango” by My Mine peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Talking In Your Sleep” by The Romantics peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What Is Love?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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