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In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Mork and Mindy”. Other Articles: Jan Smithers

In 1980, R.C., “Fire Lake” by Bob Seger peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Geno” by Dexyʹs Midnight Runners peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Itʹs A Night For Beautiful Girls” by The Fools peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Itʹs Hard To Be Humble” by Mac Davis peaked at #43 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “You May Be Right” by Billy Joel peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, Peter Reckell debuted as Bo Brady in Days of our Lives.

In 1983, “Ricky” is released off Weird Al Yankovicʹs first debut self-titled LP “Weird Al” Yankovic. The song is a parody of Toni Basilʹs sole hit “Mickey” Satarizing the I Love Lucy TV show, the video became an MTV favorite.

In 1984, On “Late Night with David Letterman,” to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of Alan Shepardʹs Mercury sub-orbital flight, David Letterman and Paul Shaffer compete in the “Rocket Chair Race,” announced by Bob Costas, in the NBC hallways. Dave wins at 11.03 seconds.

In 1985, On Days of Our Lives, Bo Brady (Peter Reckell) had to go undercover in London.

In 1985, Today is the date of the $5 million check seen in the James Bond flick “View to a Kill”

In 1986, Dolly Parton opened her Dollywood amusement park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

In 1986, R.C., “Absolute Beginners” by David Bowie peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Addicted To Love” by Robert Palmer peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; “Weird Al” parodied it into “Addicted To Spuds”

In 1986, R.C., “American Storm” by Bob Seger peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Harlem Shuffle” by Rolling Stones peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Once In A Lifetime” by Talking Heads peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, George C. Scott returns to series television after 23 years in the Fox sitcom “Mr. President.” What drew him to the project? “The money.”

In 1988, The White House acknowledged that first lady Nancy Reagan had used astrological advice to help schedule her husbandʹs activities, after a report about unflattering revelations in an about-to-be published memoir by former chief of staff Donald Regan.

In 1981, "Image of the Beast" was released by unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown

In 1985, "Code of Silence" was released by Orion Pictures; Andrew Davis (director); Michael Butler, Dennis Shryack, Mike Gray (screenplay); Chuck Norris, Henry Silva, Bert Remsen, Molly Hagan, Dennis Farina, Mike Genovese, Nathan Davis, Ralph Foody, Ron Dean, Joseph Kosala, Gene Barge, Ronnie Barron, John Mahoney; Action; Live Action

In 1985, "Gotcha!" was released by Universal Pictures; Jeff Kanew (director); Dan Gordon (screenplay); Anthony Edwards, Linda Fiorentino, Nick Corri, Alex Rocco, Marla Adams, Klaus Löwitsch, Bata Kameni, Kari Lizer, David Wohl, Christie Claridge, Christopher Rydell, Brad Cowgill, Irene Olga López, Reggie Thompson; Action, Comedy; Live Action

In 1985, "Gymkata" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Robert Clouse (director); Charles Robert Carner (screenplay); Kurt Thomas, Tetchie Agbayani, Richard Norton, Conan Lee, Buck Kartalian, Tadashi Yamashita, Slobodan Dimitrijević, Edward Bell, John Berrett, Bob Schott, Eric Lawson, Sonny Barnes, Sharan Lea, Zlatko Pokupec, Ivo Kristof; Martial Arts; Live Action

In 1985, "Movers & Shakers" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; William Asher (director); Charles Grodin (screenplay); Walter Matthau, Charles Grodin, Vincent Gardenia, Tyne Daly, Bill Macy, Gilda Radner, Earl Boen, Michael Lerner, Joe Mantell, William Prince, Nita Talbot, Judah Katz, Peter Marc Jacobson, Sam Anderson, Frances Bay, Luana Anders, Eugene Dynarski, Philip Sterling, Steve Martin, Penny Marshall; Comedy; Live Action

In 1985, "Private Resort" was released by Tri-Star Pictures; George Bowers (director); Alan Wenkus, Gordon Mitchell, Ken Segall (screenplay); Rob Morrow, Johnny Depp, Emily Longstreth, Karyn O'Bryan, Andrew Dice Clay, Hector Elizondo, Dody Goodman, Leslie Easterbrook, Michael Bowen, Hilary Shepard Turner, Tony Azito, Jill Selkowitz; Adventure, Comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Absolute Beginners” by David Bowie peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Addicted To Love” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “American Storm” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Fire Lake” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Hold On To My Love” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If You Were A Woman (And I Was A Man)” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “It Takes Time” by The Marshall Tucker Band peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Lost In Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Pilot Of The Airwaves” by Charlie Dore peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Somewhere In America” by Survivor peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “You May Be Right” by Billy Joel peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Harlem Shuffle” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “It's A Night For Beautiful Girls” by The Fools peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “It's Hard To Be Humble” by Mac Davis peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Once In A Lifetime” by Talking Heads peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “After You” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Beat's So Lonely” by Charlie Sexton peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Borrowed Time” by Styx peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Call Me” by Blondie peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Call Me” by Dennis DeYoung peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Carrie” by Cano peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Carrie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Deeper” by Billy Newton-Davis peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Even It Up” by Heart peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Fire Lake” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Great Gosh A 'Mighty (It's A Matter Of Time)” by Little Richard peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Heart Hotels” by Dan Fogelberg peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Holiday” by Nazareth peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Can't Tell You Why” by The Eagles peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Still Reach For You” by Dan Hill peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If You Were A Woman (And I Was A Man)” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Keep The Fire” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Life Begins At The Hop” by XTC peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Longer” by Dan Fogelberg peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Manic Monday” by The Bangles peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Move Away” by Culture Club peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Chance” by Stan Meissner peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Overjoyed” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stick Around” by Julian Lennon peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What You Need” by INXS peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Whisper In The Dark” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “A Question Of Lust” by Depeche Mode peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Back With The Boys Again / Get It Right” by Joe Fagin peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Can't Help Falling In Love” by Lick The Tins peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Can't Wait Another Minute” by Five Star peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Check Out The Groove” by Bobby Thurston peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Coming Up / Coming Up (Live At Glasgow) / Lunch Box/Odd Sox” by Paul McCartney / Paul McCartney and Wings / Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Geno” by Dexy's Midnight Runners peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Home” by PiL (Public Image Limited) peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Love Enough For Two” by Prima Donna peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Ne Ne Na Na Na Na Nu Nu” by Bad Manners peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Never As Good As The First Time” by Sade peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “No Promises” by Icehouse peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Queen's Birthday Song” by St. John's College School Choir peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Silver Dream Racer” by David Essex peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “So Good, So Right” by Brenda Russell peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “So Long” by Fischer-Z peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “So Serious” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Some People” by Belouis Some peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Soul Power / It's A Man's Man's Man's World” by James Brown peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stars” by Hear 'n Aid peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Take Good Care Of My Baby” by Smokie peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Foolish Things To Do” by Heaven 17 With Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “To All The Men I've Loved Before” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Toccata” by Sky peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What Have You Done For Me Lately” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Wheels Of Steel” by Saxon peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You and Me Tonight” by Aurra peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Beat's So Lonely” by Charlie Sexton peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Eloise” by The Damned peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Fly Too High / Night Rains” by Janis Ian peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Think I'm Falling In Love / Angel” by The Word peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Just Like Fire Would” by The Saints peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Ravel's Bolero / It's Easy To Say” by Henry Mancini / Henry Mancini, Julie Andrews and Dudley Moore peaked at number 76 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rosie / He Wants Her” by Joan Armatrading peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Suspicious Minds” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “99” by Toto peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Brass In Pocket (I'm Special)” by The Pretenders peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Desire” by Andy Gibb peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Waste My Time” by Paul Hardcastle: Lead Vocals-Carol Kenyon peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Him” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Take It Easy” by Sonny Day peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Whole Of The Moon” by The Waterboys peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Train In Vain (Stand By Me)” by The Clash peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me, Girl (medley)” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You Little Thief” by Feargal Sharkey peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, 🌎 “Russians” by Sting peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Living Doll” by Comic Relief Presents Cliff Richard and The Young Ones featuring Hank Marvin peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Love Missile F1-11” by Sigue Sigue Sputnik peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “'n Avond om nooit te vergeten” by Dennie Christian and Mieke peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “A Kind Of Magic” by Queen peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “All The Things She Said” by Simple Minds peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “American Storm” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “De beloning” by Frank Boeijen Groep peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Just Like That” by Gemini peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Live To Tell” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Missing Words” by The Selecter peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A. (A Salute To 60's Rock)” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Reach” by Gerard Joling peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Stomp!” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Second Time Around” by Shalamar peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Waltzing Maria” by BZN peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “We've Got Tonight” by Lee Towers and Anita Meyer peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Young Girl” by Sue Saad and The Next peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪✪ “Love Missile F1-11” by Sigue Sigue Sputnik peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Burning Heart” by Survivor peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Girlie Girlie” by Sophia George peaked at number 24 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heimatlied” by Rainhard Fendrich peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “How Will I Know” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 28 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Kyrie” by Mr. Mister peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Langsam wochs' ma z'amm” by Wolfgang Ambros peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Money Is Addiction (Of This Crazy World)” by Ganymed peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sara” by Starship peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sun Of Jamaica” by Goombay Dance Band peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Weekend” by Earth and Fire peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Computer Games” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Aimer vivre” by Johnny Hallyday peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Les bisous des Bisounours” by Stéphanie, Sandrine et Les Enfants de Bondy peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Loving You's A Dirty Job But Somebody's Gotta Do It” by Bonnie Tyler and Todd Rundgren peaked at number 34 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Ouragan” by Stéphanie peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “p:Machinery” by Propaganda peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “A Different Corner” by George Michael peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Kiss” by Prince and The Revolution peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sámiid Ædnan” by Sverre Kjelsberg and Mattis Hætta peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Absolute Beginners” by David Bowie peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Adesso tu” by Eros Ramazzotti peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Boat On The River” by Styx peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Living In Another World” by Talk Talk peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Moonshine Still” by Phil Carmen peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “System Addict” by Five Star peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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