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The 80's Datebook for April 20

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In 1980, 04 x 20 = 80

In 1981, On Dynasty, the first season ended with a courtroom cliffhanger.

In 1981, “Soap”, TV Comedy, soap opera parody; last aired on ABC with a cliffhanger that to this day remains unresolved. Burt receives a tip about a major drug transaction. Danny tells Burt that heʹs in love with Annie. Jessica makes life difficult for her captors. The communists demand El Puercoʹs surrender. Jessica prepares to face her execution. Chester catches Danny in bed with Annie. Burt walks into an ambush. Jessica faces a firing squad. What will happen next? Confused? Well, you wonʹt be finding out on the next episode of “Soap.” ABC chooses to assassinate it — leaving all these cliffhangers hanging…but the firing squad business was resolved on another series…Benson was visited the following season by the ghost of Jessica who reassured him that she was in a better place now.

In 1982, On One Life to Live, Dorianʹs hubby Herb adopted her and Davidʹs daughter, Cassie.

In 1983, On All My Children, Jesse (Darnell Williams) and Angie (Debbi Morgan) were married for the first time.

In 1984, On Days of our Lives, Liz Chandler (Gloria Loring) married Neil Curtis (Joseph Gallison). Newcomer Don Diamont made his Days of our Lives debut as Carlo Forenza in the episode. Diamont later went on to star as Bill Spencer in The Bold and the Beautiful.

In 1985, R.C., “Along Comes A Woman” by Chicago peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “High School Nights” by Dave Edmunds peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “We Are The World” by U.S.A. For Africa peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1986, In the Mr. Ed Theme Song Fiasco: an evangelist with nothing better to do, Jim Brown, said it included backward Satanic messages such as “The source is the Devil” and “Someone sung this song for Satan”. I thought the horse “sung this song for the Edsel”, as in a car model that bombed. Doctor Demento thought it was the birds at the end (er, beginning) that were Communist.

In 1986, “The Birth of Air Jordan” The Boston Celticsʹ Larry Bird scored 36 points. Pretty impressive. Until you realize that his opponent on the Chicago Bulls, a 23-year-old sapling out of North Carolina named Michael Jordan, almost doubled Birdʹs output. In an incredible offensive display, the second-year pro knocked in 63 points, erasing Elgin Baylorʹs playoff scoring record. Boston won the Game 135-131 in double overtime and subsequently swept the series. But everyone who witnessed that incendiary performance recognized that the NBA landscape had just shifted.

In 1987, Musician Eddie Rabbitt performed at the White House Easter Egg roll in Washington, D.C. Get it? Eddie “the Easter” Rabbitt?

In 1987, On Days of our Lives, Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope (Kristian Alfonso) sailed away as "Whatever We Imagine" played in the background. Reckell and Alfonso both left the show but would return in 1990.

In 1987, "G.I. Joe: The Movie" was released by Celebrity Home Entertainment / Hasbro / Sunbow Productions / Marvel Productions / Toei Animation Co., Ltd.; Don Jurwich (director); Ron Friedman (screenplay); Don Johnson, Burgess Meredith, Sgt. Slaughter, Charlie Adler, Shuko Akune, Jack Angel, Jackson Beck, Michael Bell, Gregg Berger, Earl Boen, Arthur Burghardt, Corey Burton, William Callaway, François Chau, Peter Cullen, Brian Cummings, Jennifer Darling, Laurie Faso, Hank Garrett, Dick Gautier, Ed Gilbert, Dan Gilvezan, Kene Holliday, John Hostetter, Buster Jones, Chris Latta, Chuck McCann, Michael McConnohie, Rob Paulsen, Patrick Pinney, Poncie Ponce, Bill Ratner, Neil Ross, Kristoffer Tabori, B.J. Ward, Vernee Watson-Johnson, Lee Weaver, Frank Welker, Zack Hoffman, Morgan Lofting, Mary McDonald-Lewis, Ron Ortiz, Lisa Raggio, Brad Sanders, Ted Schwartz, Stan Wojno Jr.; Action, Adventure; Animation

In 1989, "Kickboxer" was released by Cannon Films / Kings Road Entertainment; Mark DiSalle, David Worth (directors); Glenn A. Bruce (screenplay); Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Alexio, Dennis Chan, Michel Qissi, Haskell Anderson, Jim Cummings, Ka Ting Lee, Rochelle Ashana, Richard Foo; Action; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Along Comes A Woman” by Chicago peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Heartline” by Robin George peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lonely In Love” by Giuffria peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Nightshift” by The Commodores peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “High School Nights” by Dave Edmunds peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Invisible” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lovergirl” by Teena Marie peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lucky” by The Greg Kihn Band peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Tears Are Not Enough” by Northern Lights peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Baby Come and Get It” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Can't Fight This Feeling” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Don't Worry Baby” by Los Lobos peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Groovin'” by War peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Life In A Northern Town” by The Dream Academy peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Is A Battlefield” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Me Right Now” by Rose Royce peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Some Kinda Lover” by The Whispers peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Spend The Night” by The Cool Notes peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sugar Gran” by Billy Connolly peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The ABC Of Kissing” by Richard Jon Smith peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Country Of The Blind” by Faith Brothers peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Heat Is On” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, 🌎 “We Are The World” by U.S.A. For Africa peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Loverboy” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Round and Round” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Girlfriend Is Better” by Talking Heads peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lay Your Hands On Me” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Material Girl” by Madonna peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Mr. Telephone Man” by New Edition peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Neutron Dance” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Ooh Ooh Song” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Sugar Walls” by Sheena Easton peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, 🌎 “We Are The World” by U.S.A. For Africa peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “World Destruction” by Time Zone peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All At Once” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Binnen zonder kloppen” by De Dijk peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Die goeie ouwe tijd” by The Sunstreams peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Een keer te veel” by Stella [NL] peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Mi amor” by Audrey Landers and Camilo Sesto peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Say It Again” by Santana peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “We Close Our Eyes” by Go West peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Welcome To The Pleasuredome” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Delirio Mind” by Scotch peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Die Dornenvögel” by Henry Mancini und sein Orchester peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Flieg' mit mir zu den Sternen” by Roland Kaiser peaked at number 30 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Just Another Night” by Mick Jagger peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Loverboy” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Square Rooms” by Al Corley peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Le bal masqué” by La Compagnie Créole peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)” by Dead Or Alive peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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