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In 1981, Angry parents in Ocean City, New Jersey, protested a sex education book issued to eighth graders that featured “Ms. Wanda Lust” and “Captain Veedee-O.”

In 1981, At the eighth Emmy Daytime Awards, Susan Lucci loses for second time for best actress bid. Anyone care who won?

In 1982, On Dallas, Bobby Ewing's (Patrick Duffy) worst fears were realized when Jeff Farraday was murdered; but a much worse blackmailer took his place - his brother J.R. (Larry Lagman). With copies of Christopher's adoption records in his possession, J.R. realized that he was probably the real father and could force Bobby to do his will so that Pam would never find out.

In 1983, R.C., “Back On The Chain Gang” by Pretenders peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Breaking Us In Two” by Joe Jackson peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Fall In Love With Me” by Earth Wind and Fire peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Land Of A Thousand Dances” by J. Geils Band peaked at #60 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Let Me Go” by Heaven 17 peaked at #74 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “My Kind Of Lady” by Supertramp peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Nice Girls” by Melissa Manchester peaked at #42 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Only You” by Yaz peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Something To Grab For” by Ric Ocasek peaked at #47 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Winds Of Change” by Jefferson Starship peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, “She Blinded Me With Science” by Thomas Dolby entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1983, “Still The Beaver” movie aired. Jerry Mathers is “Still The Beaver.” And June has bad news for the boys, who both happen to be back in town for this CBS reunion movie. While Wally and his wife Mary Ellen are busy having shady building contractor Eddie Haskell create their new home, Momʹs considering selling the old homestead. (Golly Mom, you canʹt do that!) Eventually the Beav does persuade her to sell — to him. All the better for the divorced Beav to raise his sons, Oliver and Corey…Feldman. The reunionʹs a success and leads to a Disney/TBS series “The New Leave it to Beaver,” which runs 105 episodes.

In 1984, Jane Curtin and Susan Saint James star as divorcees sharing living quarters (and the raising of their kids) in CBSʹs “Kate and Allie.” Ari Meyers, Frederick Koehler and Allison Smith play the kids.

In 1985, IBM announced that it was planning to stop making the PCjr consumer-oriented computer. The machine had been expected to dominate the home computer market but didnʹt quite live up to those expectations. In the 16 months that the PCjr was on the market, only 240,000 units were sold.

In 1985, Mel Sharples sold his diner on the TV show “Alice”, which marked the end of the nine-year-old sitcom.

In 1985, On Santa Barbara, C.C. (Charles Bateman) was shocked to learn his late wife, Sophia (Judith McConnell), was alive.

In 1985, “Desperately Seeking Susan” starring Madonna and Rosanna Arquette opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1986, The “monkey cam” makes its debut on “Late Night With David Letterman.” Its groundbreaking use of a videocamera strapped to a monkey would help prepare America for the camerawork on “N.Y.P.D. Blue.” It was so stupid, it was funny as David Letterman laughed himself silly looking at the monkey doing his normal monkeying around.

In 1987, Edward Asner stands and delivers in “The Bronx Zoo,” playing an inner-city high-school principal trying to get through to the schoolʹs young toughs. In the supporting cast is Mykel T. Williamson, who will later be known as Mykelti Williamson, “Forrest Gump”'s shrimp-eating buddy.

In 1987, On Capitol, Sloane Denning (Debrah Farentino) faced charges of treason in the war-torn Middle Eastern country of Baracq.

In 1988, R.C., “Donʹt Make A Fool Of Yourself” by Stacey Q peaked at #66 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “I Get Weak” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, "Deathtrap" was released by Warner Bros.; Sidney Lumet (director); Jay Presson Allen (screenplay); Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve, Dyan Cannon, Irene Worth, Henry Jones, Joe Silver, Jeffrey Lyons, Joel Siegel; Black Comedy, Mystery; Live Action

In 1982, "Victor/Victoria" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / Pinewood Studios; Blake Edwards (director/screenplay); Julie Andrews, James Garner, Robert Preston, Lesley Ann Warren, Alex Karras, John Rhys-Davies, Graham Stark, Peter Arne, Ina Skriver, Michael Robbins, Maria Charles, Glen Murphy, Geoffrey Beevers, Norman Alden, Jay Benedict, Malcolm Jamieson, Sherloque Tanney, Norman Chancer, David Gant; Musical, Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "The Women of Brewster Place" was released by ABC / King Features Entertainment / Harpo Productions / Phoenix Entertainment Group; Donna Deitch (director); Gloria Naylor, Karen Hall (screenplay); Oprah Winfrey, Robin Givens, Jackée Harry, Paul Winfield, Lynn Whitfield, Mary Alice, Lonette McKee, Leon, Larenz Tate, Cicely Tyson, Moses Gunn, Shari Belafonte, Paula Kelly, Olivia Cole, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, William Allen Young, Douglas Turner Ward, Glenn Plummer, Barbara Montgomery, Eugene Lee, Vivian Bonnell, William Frankfather, Montrose Hagins, Clark Johnson, Veronica Redd, Charles Weldon, Samm-Art Williams, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Phill Lewis, Ebonie Smith, Geoffrey Thorne, Bruce Beatty, Homeselle Joy, Bebe Drake, Jonathan 'Fudge' Leonard, Maya Leonard, Eddie Palmer, Bee-Be Smith; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Back On The Chain Gang” by The Pretenders peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Breaking Us In Two” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Carrie's Gone” by Le Roux peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Don't Make A Fool Of Yourself” by Stacey Q peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Fall In Love With Me” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Give Me All Your Love” by Whitesnake peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Hey Mambo” by Barry Manilow With Kid Creole And The Coconuts peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Get Weak” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Land Of A Thousand Dances” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Let Me Go” by Heaven 17 peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Make Love Stay” by Dan Fogelberg peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “My Kind Of Lady” by Supertramp peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Nice Girls” by Melissa Manchester peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Only You” by Yaz peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)” by Journey peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “So Close” by Diana Ross peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Something To Grab For” by Ric Ocasek peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Winds Of Change” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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

In 1983, “Hungry Like The Wolf” by Duran Duran peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “I Love It Loud” by KISS peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Just Like Paradise” by David Lee Roth peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Should I Stay Or Should I Go” by The Clash peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Shy Boy (Don't It Make You Feel Good)” by Bananarama peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “We've Got Tonight” by Kenny Rogers And Sheena Easton peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “When I'm With You” by Sheriff peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “When We Was Fab” by George Harrison peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “You And I” by Eddie Rabbitt And Crystal Gayle peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Be Still My Beating Heart” by Sting peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Breakfast At The Circus” by David Wilcox peaked at number 84 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Father Figure” by George Michael peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Want To Be Your Man” by Roger (U.S.) peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Moonbeam” by Men Without Hats peaked at number 23 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astley peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “She's Like The Wind” by Patrick Swayze Featuring Wendy Fraser peaked at number 4 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “True Love Will Find A Way” by Patrick Norman peaked at number 60 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, ✪ “Buffalo Bill's Last Scratch” by The Barron Knights peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪ “Kidney Bingos” by Wire peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Addicted To Love (Live)” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “All Tomorrow's Parties” by Japan peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Baby Wants To Ride” by Jamie Principle peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Be With Me” by Billy Griffin peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Crash” by The Primitives peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Days Of No Trust” by Magnum peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Do You Wanna Hold Me” by Bow Wow Wow peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Faith” by Wee Papa Girl Rappers peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Flying Scotsman” by Spear Of Destiny peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Got To Have You Back” by The Undertones peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heart Of Gold” by Johnny Hates Jazz peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Highlife” by Modern Romance peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “I Just Gotta Have You (Lover Turn Me On)” by Kashif peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Know You Got Soul” by Eric B. And Rakim peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Won't Feel Bad” by Simply Red peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Joe le taxi” by Vanessa Paradis peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Joy” by Band Aka peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Just Like Paradise” by David Lee Roth peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Looking For The Perfect Beat” by Afrika Bambaataa peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Is Contagious” by Taja Sevelle peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Maggie” by Foster And Allen peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “My Old Country Home” by Brendan Shine peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Na Na Hey Hey (Kiss Him Goodbye)” by Bananarama peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Nothing's Gonna Change My Love For You” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Ooh I Love It” by The Salsoul Orchestra peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Pack Up Your Things And Get Out Of My Life” by T.C. Curtis peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Pal Of My Cradle Days” by Ann Breen peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Pal Of My Cradle Days” by Valerie Dunbar peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Rap Your Love” by Set The Tone peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rock Of Life” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “She Means Nothing To Me” by Phil Everly And Cliff Richard peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ship Of Fools” by Erasure peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “So Good So Pure So Kind” by Landscape III peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Some Kind Of Lover” by Jody Watley peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Somewhere” by Danse Society peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Tainted Love” by Dave Phillips And Hot Rod Gang peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Take Me Back” by Noiseworks peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Majestic Head” by The Soup Dragons peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Under The Milky Way” by The Church peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Waves” by Blancmange peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, ✪ “Allentown / Elvis Presley Blvd.” by Billy Joel peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪ “Highway Corroboree” by Austen Tayshus peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again?” by The Angels (Australia) peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Should Be So Lucky” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Just Like Paradise” by David Lee Roth peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, ✪ “Allentown” by Billy Joel peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “A Hazy Shade Of Winter” by The Bangles peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Build” by The Housemartins peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Devil Inside” by INXS peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Sailor” by Patsy Riggir peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Save Your Love” by Anne Dumont And Silvia Depra peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Shame” by Eurythmics peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Suedehead” by Morrissey peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Twisting By The Pool” by Dire Straits peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Whenever You Need Somebody” by Rick Astley peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Wonderful World, Beautiful People” by Amazulu peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Love On Your Side” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Never Knew Love Like This” by Alexander O'Neal Featuring Cherrelle peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rise To The Occasion” by Climie Fisher peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Shake It Up” by Divine peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Sign Of The Times” by The Belle Stars peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Sing A Song (Break It Down)” by Mantronix peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Spy In The House Of Love” by Was (Not Was) peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “That's The Way It Is” by Mel And Kim peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Godfather” by Spoonie Gee peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tiet veur 'un pafke!” by Harko And Pao peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Together Forever” by Rick Astley peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Zoveel te doen” by Toontje Lager peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “100%” by Lotta Engberg Triple And Touch peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Don't Steal My Heart Away” by Sha-Boom peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “House Arrest” by Krush peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Om igen” by Lena Philipsson peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tell It To My Heart” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “When Will I Be Famous?” by Bros peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “You're Gonna Get It” by Trance Dance peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Chic planète” by L'Affaire Louis Trio peaked at number 27 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Dernier matin d'Asie” by Sampan peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “My Baby Just Cares For Me” by Nina Simone peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “À caus' des garçons” by À Caus' des Garçons peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Étoile des neiges” by Simon Et Les Modanais peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Don't Steal My Heart Away” by Sha-Boom peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Sign Of The Times” by The Belle Stars peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, ✪ “99 Luftballons” by Nena peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Raising My Family” by Steve Kekana peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Tell It To My Heart” by Taylor Dayne peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Time (Clock Of The Heart)” by Culture Club peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Twisting By The Pool” by Dire Straits peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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