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The 80's Datebook for May 11

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In 1981, Eight p.m./ET “Lynda Carter Special” (CBS): Lynda Carter sings with Ray Charles, rhumbas on a modern barrio set, serves up tennis with Chris Evert Lloyd and listens to Jerry Reedʹs music.

In 1981, Frank Zappaʹs album [30] TINSELTOWN REBELLION was released.

In 1981, Frank Zappaʹs album [31] SHUT UP ʹNʹ PLAY YER GUITAR was released.

In 1981, Heavyweight boxing challenger, Gerry Cooney, left former champ, Ken Norton, on the ropes and unconscious after 54 seconds of the first round at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

In 1981, In Miamiʹs Cedars of Lebanon Hospital, reggae star Bob Marley died. He succumbs to a brain tumor that ended his career in October 1980. Marley was regarded as a hero both in Jamaica and abroad. He will be given a state funeral and buried near his birthpalce in Saint Annʹs Parish, Jamaica. Bob Marley was 36 years old. “Rastaman Vibration” is the highest-charting album by Bob Marley and the Wailers, reaching Billboardʹs top ten in 1976.

In 1981, The Broadway hit “Cats” premiered at the New London Theater; it became Londonʹs longest-running musical on May 12, 1989, ousting “Jesus Christ Superstar” for the title.

In 1981, “Killers” album by Iron Maiden was released

In 1982, “Success Hasnʹt Spoiled Me Yet” album by Rick Springfield was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1983, Comet C/1983 H1 (IRAS-Araki-Alcock) approaches 0.0312 AUs of Earth.

In 1984, Transit of Earth as seen on Mars.

In 1984, “Deguello” album by ZZ Top was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1985, Chester Gould American cartoonist who introduced crime and violence into the comics with the creation of “Dick Tracy” died. He created a roguesʹ gallery of bizarre criminals and masterminded the strip until his retirement in 1977.

In 1985, R.C., “19” by Paul Hardcastle peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.

In 1985, R.C., “Crazy For You” by Madonna peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Some Like It Hot” by Power Station peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, R.C., “Walking On The Chinese Wall” by Philip Bailey peaked at #46 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, “WWF (now known as the WWE) Saturday Nightʹs Main Event” began airing on NBC

In 1987, “Girls, Girls, Girls” album by Motley Crue was released

In 1988, While the writerʹs strike rages on, Johnny Carson writes his own material and goes back on the air with a new “Tonight Show” for the first time in two months.

In 1989, On the 217th and final episode, Blake Carrington and Captain Handler shoot one another, Fallon Colby and little Krystina are buried in a mine shaft, Adam Carrington pushes “Dex” Farnsworth Dexter and Alexis Carrington Colby off a balcony, in the series finale of “Dynasty.” The cliffhangers will be wrapped up in the 1991 miniseries “Dynasty: The Reunion.”

In 1989, “Meet The Raisins” video by California Raisins was certified Gold, Platinum, and Multi Platinum 1.00 by the RIAA

In 1980, "The Return of the King" was released by ABC / Topcraft / Rankin/Bass Productions; Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr. (directors); Romeo Muller (screenplay); Orson Bean, John Huston, William Conrad, Roddy McDowall, Theodore Bikel, Paul Frees, Nellie Bellflower, Brother Theodore, Casey Kasem, Sonny Melendrez, Don Messick, John Stephenson, Glenn Yarbrough; Musical, Fantasy; Animation

In 1984, "Firestarter" was released by Universal Pictures / Dino De Laurentiis Company; Mark L. Lester (director); Stanley Mann (screenplay); David Keith, Drew Barrymore, Freddie Jones, Heather Locklear, Martin Sheen, George C. Scott, Art Carney, Louise Fletcher, Moses Gunn, Antonio Vargas; Sci-Fi, Horror; Live Action

In 1984, "The Natural" was released by Tri-Star Pictures; Barry Levinson (director); Roger Towne, Phil Dusenberry (screenplay); Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close, Kim Basinger, Wilford Brimley, Barbara Hershey, Robert Prosky, Richard Farnsworth, Joe Don Baker, Darren McGavin, Michael Madsen, John Finnegan, Alan Fudge, Mike Starr, Anthony J. Ferrara, Sibby Sisti, Ken Grassano, Mickey Treanor, Jon Van Ness, George Wilkosz, Paul Sullivan Jr., Robert Rich III, Rachel Hall; Sports, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Crazy For You” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Was Born To Love You” by Freddie Mercury peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lost In Love” by New Edition peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “New Attitude” by Patti LaBelle peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Some Like It Hot” by The Power Station peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Steady” by Jules Shear peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Talk To Me” by Fiona peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Walking On The Chinese Wall” by Philip Bailey peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “All She Wants To Do Is Dance” by Don Henley peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Turn Up The Radio” by Autograph peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Walking On The Chinese Wall” by Philip Bailey peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Animal Instinct” by The Commodores peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Cry” by Godley and Creme peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Dangerous” by Pennye Ford peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Don't Fall In Love (I Said)” by Toyah peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Girls On My Mind” by The Fatback Band peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Feel Love (medley)” by Bronski Beat and Marc Almond peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Was Born To Love You” by Freddie Mercury peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Love Is” by Vikki peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “No Man's Land (Widows Theme)” by Gerard Kenny peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “No Rest” by New Model Army peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Stainsby Girls” by Chris Rea peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Unforgettable Fire” by U2 peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Watch Me Catch Fire” by Big Heat peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Would I Lie To You?” by Eurythmics peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “19” by Paul Hardcastle peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Jailhouse Rap” by Fat Boys peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1985, ✪✪ “Like A Virgin” by Lords Of The New Church peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Boom Box” by Vitabeats peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Know Him So Well” by Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickson peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “I Wanna Hear It From Your Lips” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1985, “The Heat Is On” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Can't Fight This Feeling” by REO Speedwagon peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Centipede” by Rebbie Jackson peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Do You Really (Want My Love?)” by Junior peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Don't Go” by Right Left and Centre peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Lovergirl” by Teena Marie peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “She Loves Me Back” by DD Smash peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Show Some Respect” by Tina Turner peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1985, “When The Rain Begins To Fall” by Jermaine Jackson and Pia Zadora peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Cry” by Godley and Creme peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

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

In 1985, “Mijn meissie” by Danny de Munk peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Neutron Dance” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Rhythm Of The Night” by DeBarge peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Vicious Games” by Yello peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Elle préfère l'amour en mer” by Philippe Lavil peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Io Domenico” by Michel Sardou peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “La boîte de jazz” by Michel Jonasz peaked at number 33 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Melissa” by Julien Clerc peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.

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

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Every Time You Go Away” by Paul Young peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1985, “You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)” by Dead Or Alive peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1985, “Ein weißes Blatt'l Papier” by Relax peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Midnight Man” by Flash and The Pan peaked at number 16 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Neutron Dance” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1985, “Nightshift” by The Commodores peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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

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