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The 80's Datebook for May 9

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In 1980, ABC-TVʹS FRIDAYS Musical Guest: WARREN ZEVON

In 1980, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: GLADYS KNIGHT and THE PIPS, PRETENDERS, SEALS and CROFTS, MICHAEL JACKSON (“ROCK WITH YOU”), BILLY PRESTON and SYREETA

In 1981, On the cover of TV Guide: “Larry Hagman and Patrick Duffy of Dallas”. Other Articles: Greatest American Hero.

In 1981, R.C., “Ainʹt Even Done With The Night” by John Cougar peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.

In 1981, R.C., “Stand And Deliver” by Adam And The Ants peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.

In 1981, R.C., “You Better You Bet” by The Who peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, On the season finale of Dynasty, Alexis (Joan Collins) was arrested for murdering Mark Jennings, and Fallon was involved in a car accident (Pamela Sue Martin left the series).

In 1984, The Chicago White Sox and the Milwaukee Brewers battled for a record eight hours and six minutes in the longest game ever. After playing 17 innings the previous day, the teams met again before playing a regularly scheduled game, thus making the total 34 innings in two days. Harold Baines hit a home run off Chuck Porter in the 25th inning. The Sox won 7-6 and Tom Seaver was the winning pitcher in both games. In 1991, the Brewers beat the Sox in a 19-inning game. (Game was stopped by the 1 a.m. curfew, and resumed the next night.)

In 1985, Nine p.m./ET “Cheers” (NBC): When Frasier proposes marriage, Diane (Shelley Long) makes a last-ditch transatlantic call to give Sam (Ted Danson) a chance to confess his love and stop the wedding. Frasier: Kelsey Grammer. Waiter: Martin Ferrero. Carla: Rhea Perlman.

In 1986, On Dallas, Sue Ellen and J.R. enjoyed their reunion. A week later, Bobby showed up in Pam's shower and this episode turned out to be part of Pam's 22-episode dream.

In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Pam Dawber and Rebecca Schaeffer of My Sister Sam”. Other Articles: Armand Assante, Roger Moore

In 1987, R.C., “Iʹm No Angel” by Gregg Allman Band peaked at #49 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Living In A Dream” by Psuedo Echo peaked at #57 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, R.C., “Serious” by Donna Allen peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, Several Minnesota department stores refuse to stock the newly released Prince album Lovesexy because its cover features a nude photo of him.

In 1989, VP Quayle say in United Negro College Fund speech: “What a waste it is to lose oneʹs mind” instead of “a mind is terrible thing to waste”.

In 1989, “Big Daddy” album by John Mellencamp was released

In 1989, “Funky Cold Medina” single by Tone Loc was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1980, "Friday the 13th" was released by Paramount Pictures; Sean S. Cunningham (director); Victor Miller (screenplay); Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Harry Crosby, Laurie Bartram, Mark Nelson, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan, Kevin Bacon, Rex Everhart, Ronn Carroll, Walt Gorney, Ari Lehman, Peter Brouwer, Willie Adams, Debra S. Hayes, Sally Anne Golden; Slasher; Live action

In 1980, "The Nude Bomb" was released by Universal Pictures; Clive Donner (director); Bill Dana, Arne Sultan, Leonard Stern (screenplay); Don Adams, Sylvia Kristel, Rhonda Fleming, Dana Elcar, Pamela Hensley, Andrea Howard, Norman Lloyd, Vittorio Gassman, Earl Maynard, Robert Karvelas, Gary Imhoff, Sarah Rush, Joey Forman, Robert Ball, Walter Brooke, Richard Sanders, Vito Scotti, Bill Dana, Thomas Hill; Spy, Comedy; Live action

In 1980, "Out of the Blue" was released by Les Productions Karim; Dennis Hopper (director); Leonard Yakir, Gary Jules Juvenat (screenplay); Linda Manz, Dennis Hopper, Sharon Farrell, Don Gordon, Raymond Burr, Eric Allen, Fiona Brody, David Crowley, Joan Hoffman, Carl Nelson, Francis Ann Pettit, Glen Pfeifer, Jim Byrnes, Pointed Sticks; Drama; Live action

In 1986, "Dangerously Close" was released by Cannon Films; Albert Pyun (director); John Stockwell, Scott Fields, Marty Ross (screenplay); John Stockwell, Carey Lowell, Madison Mason, Bradford Bancroft, J. Eddie Peck; Action, Thriller; Live Action

In 1986, "Fire with Fire" was released by Paramount Pictures; Duncan Gibbins (director); Warren Skaaren, Ben Phillips, Paul Boorstin, Sharon Boorstin (screenplay); Virginia Madsen, Craig Sheffer, Kate Reid, Jon Polito, J.J. Cohen, Jean Smart, Tim Russ, Kari Wuhrer, D.B. Sweeney, Ann Savage, David Harris; Romance, Drama; Live Action

In 1986, "Last Resort" was released by Concorde Pictures; Zane Buzby (director); Jeff Buhai, Steve Zacharias (screenplay); Charles Grodin, Megan Mullally, John Ashton, Brenda Bakke, Gerrit Graham, Phil Hartman, Chip Johannessen, Steve Levitt, Jon Lovitz, David Mirkin, Mario Van Peebles, Jacob Vargas, Buck Young, Zane Buzby, Ian Abercrombie, Scott Nemes, Robin Pearson Rose, Christopher Ames, Ellen Blake, Michael Markowitz, Brett Baxter Clark; Comedy; Live Action

In 1986, "Short Circuit" was released by TriStar Pictures / Producers Sales Organization; John Badham (director); S.S. Wilson, Brent Maddock (screenplay); Ally Sheedy, Steve Guttenberg, Fisher Stevens, Austin Pendleton, G.W. Bailey, Brian McNamara, Marvin J. McIntyre, Tim Blaney, Barbara Tarbuck, John Badham, Jack Angel, Don Messick, Cam Clarke, John Garber, Penny Stanton, Vernon Weddle; Sci-Fi, Comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “Ain't Even Done With The Night” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I'm No Angel” by The Allman Brothers Band (Gregg Allman) peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Lately” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Living In A Dream” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Serious” by Donna Allen peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Show Me” by The Cover Girls peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Something In My House” by Dead Or Alive peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “There's Nothing Better Than Love” by Luther Vandross peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “What's Going On” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “You Better You Bet” by The Who peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “I Missed Again” by Phil Collins peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Stone Love” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Right Thing” by Simply Red peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1981, “While You See A Chance” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 7 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Stone Love” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 69 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Right Thing” by Simply Red peaked at number 21 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, ✪ “Stars On 45 (medley)” by Stars On 45 peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “April Skies” by The Jesus And Mary Chain peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Attention To Me” by The Nolans peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ba-Na-Na-Bam-Boo” by Westworld peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Bermuda Triangle” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Can't Get Enough Of You” by Eddy Grant peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Don't Break My Heart” by Whitesnake peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Don't Say That's Just For White Boys” by Way Of The West peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Dumb Waiters” by The Psychedelic Furs peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Fascinated” by Company B peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ghosts Of Cable Street” by The Men They Couldn't Hang peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Haley's Golden Medley” by Bill Haley And His Comets peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “I Know” by Paul King peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Love And Money” by Love And Money peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Loving Arms” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Musclebound / Glow” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Myfanwy” by David Essex peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “No Lies” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starship peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Only Crying” by Keith Marshall peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Shame” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Special Girl” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Stand And Deliver” by Adam And The Ants peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1981, “The Third Man” by The Shadows peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “To Be With You Again” by Level 42 peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Twilight World” by Swing Out Sister peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Wet My Whistle” by Midnight Star peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1987, “You're So Strong” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, ✪ “Bite Your Bum (Parody: "Shaddap Your Face") / Mandy” by Peter Plus With Bazz And Pilko peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪ “Enola Gay / Annex” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “All For Love (edited version) / Tonight You're Mine” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Australia Be Proud / Friday Night Masquerade” by Simon Gallaher With The Marist Singers Of N.S.W. peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Bad News / Signal For Help” by Moon Martin peaked at number 60 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Country Revival / Nobody Heard” by Slim Dusty peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Deep Inside My Heart / I Need You Bad” by Randy Meisner peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ever Fallen In Love” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “History Never Repeats / Holy Smoke” by Split Enz peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Hold On” by Models peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Hurt Me Babe / Coming Home” by The Boys peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Lipstick / Woman Cry” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “One Way Love Affair / Steal Him Away” by Kim Durant peaked at number 80 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “See Venice And Die / Cold Hearted Lover” by Ward 13 peaked at number 58 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1987, “She's The One” by The Cockroaches peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Too Much Too Soon / Jillie's Song” by John Farnham peaked at number 82 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Who Do You Think You're Foolin' / Running For Cover” by Donna Summer peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, ✪ “Baggy Trousers” by Madness peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪ “Bite Your Bum (Parody: "Shaddap Your Face")” by Peter Plus With Bazz And Pilko peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, ✪ “The Breaks” by Kurtis Blow peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Midnight Blue” by Lou Gramm peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Primary” by The Cure peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Respect Yourself” by Bruce Willis peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Sign o' the Times” by Prince peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Take My Time” by Sheena Easton peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Final Countdown” by Europe peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1981, “'t Is moeilijk bescheiden te blijven” by Peter Blanker peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “(Walk Me Out In The) Morning Dew” by Long John Baldry peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Bon bon vie (Gimme The Good Life)” by T.S. Monk peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me)” by The Gap Band peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Chanson d'amour” by BZN peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Come On And Get It” by Dallas [NL] peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Making Your Mind Up” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Moments In Love” by The Art Of Noise peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Ordinary Day” by Curiosity Killed The Cat peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Rechtop in de wind” by Marcha peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Short Track Baby” by André Sharôn peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1987, “What's Going On” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1981, “You Better You Bet” by The Who peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “4 Bugg And En Coca Cola” by Lotta Engberg peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Fade To Grey” by Visage peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Isadora” by Isadora Juice peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Köppöbävisan” by Bengt Pegefelt peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Making Your Mind Up” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starship peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Respectable” by Mel And Kim peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “The Great Pretender” by Freddie Mercury peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1987, “With Or Without You” by U2 peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, ✪ “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles peaked at number 15 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “J'oublierai ton nom” by Johnny Hallyday avec Carmel peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Notorious Medley With Le Freak” by P4F (Propaganda For Frankie) peaked at number 26 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Pépito” by Patrick Sébastien peaked at number 36 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Tu dis que tu l'm...” by Dennis' Twist peaked at number 10 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1987, “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon peaked at number 16 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “I Just Can't Wait” by Mandy Smith peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Making Your Mind Up” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1987, “Heat Of The Night” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “In The Air Tonight” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Io senza te” by Peter, Sue And Marc peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Johnny Blue” by Lena Valaitis peaked at number 12 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Keep On Loving You” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starship peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1987, “You're The Voice” by John Farnham peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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