Home
DFS
SB
OD
SDN
In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of WKRP, Threeʹs Company, and Mork and Mindy”. Other Articles: Don Knotts, 20/20
In 1980, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks of Genesis surprise their fans by showing up in person at the box office of Los Angeles club the Roxy to sell tickets to their benefit for local hospitals the next night.
In 1980, R.C., “Here Comes My Girl” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at #59 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Rock Lobster” by B-52's peaked at #56 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Sexy Eyes” by Doctor Hook peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Stomp!” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Train In Vain (Stand By Me)” by The Clash peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, A benefit concert for the Vietnam Veterans Project is held in San Franciscoʹs Moscone Center, where the Jefferson Starship, Grateful Dead, Boz Scaggs and Country Joe McDonald appear. They raise about $175,000.
In 1982, Mrs. Christina Samane of South Africa gave birth to the heaviest baby ever born; a 22-pound, eight-ounce boy.
In 1982, On Days of our Lives, the Salem Strangler murdered Dr. Marlena Evans, or so we thought. Actress Deidre Hall, who played Marlena, took phone calls at the NBC offices from angry fans outraged over the character's death. One call was from a nurse at a psychiatric hospital who told Hall she had to give patients tranquilizers because they were so upset over Marlena's fate. In a twist, the victim turned out to actually be Marlena's twin sister, Samantha, played by Deidre's twin sister Andrea, meaning Marlena survived. Two years later, Marlena named one of her twins (Sami) after her late sister.
In 1982, United Kingdom single release: “Beatlesʹ Movie Medley” / “Iʹm Happy Just To Dance With You.”
In 1984, In the grand tradition of May sweeps, viewers of “The Guiding Light” get to choose the name of Quint and Nolaʹs newborn son — Henry, Thomas or Quinton Jr. — by calling a 900-number.
In 1985, “A View To A Kill” James Bond flick starring Roger Moore as 007 opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. Worldwide Gross: $152.4 Million. Duran Duran had a hit on the Billboard singles chart with the movieʹs theme song.
In 1985, “Southern Accents” album by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1986, A “drunk” Billy Martin is “fired” as the co-host of Saturday Night Live by executive producer Lorne Michaels after slurring his lines during a skit. In retaliation, the often-unemployed Yankee manager “sets fire” to his dressing room at the end of the show, which is the seasonʹs finale.
In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “Larry Hagman”. Other Articles: Neil Diamond, Hee Hawʹs Beauties
In 1986, R.C., “Chain Reaction” (remix) by Diana Ross peaked at #66 on the pop singles chart. She tried to sound like the Supremes minus the Supremes but the single did better in other countries than in the United States.
In 1986, R.C., “Mothers Talk” by Tears For Fears peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Say It, Say It” by E.G. Daily peaked at #70 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Vanity Kills” by ABC peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Where Do The Children Go” by Hooters peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, Reginald Huffstetler trode water for 98.5 hours.
In 1986, THE MONKEES ARE BACK DAVY JONES, MICKY DOLENZ and PETER TORK open their reunion tour with a show at the CONCORD HOTEL in the Catskills resort region north of New York.
In 1988, In the two years since David Banner last turned into the Creature, heʹs been living in Los Angeles and working for the Lambert Institute, where he has developed the Gamma Transponder, a device he hopes will cure him of the Creature so that he can stay on and marry the woman he loves. But unfortunately, he encounters the Norse God Thor, gets mad, is forced to destroy his work, thus leaving him without a cure and on the road again, in “The Incredible Hulk Returns,” the first of three TV movies for NBC.
In 1988, John Moschitta set the Guinness World Record for fast talking: 586 words per minute.
In 1988, On General Hospital, Anna (Finola Hughes) walked out on Duke (Ian Buchanan) calling him a "little puppet" of the mob.
In 1988, On Santa Barbara, Gina (Robin Mattson) won $55,700 as a contestant on the scripted Wheel of Fortune segment on the show. "BLACKMAIL" was her bonus round puzzle word.
In 1988, The fourth game of the Stanley Cup finals between the Edmonton Oilers and the Boston Bruins was postponed with the score tied 3-3 and 3:23 left in the second period when a power failure hit Boston Garden. The powerʹs outage forced the game to be entirely replayed.
In 1988, Van Halenʹs “OU812” album was released with the singles “Black and Blue”, “When Itʹs Love”, “Finish What Ya Started”, plus the tracks “Mine All Mine”, “Feels So Good”, “Cabo Wabo”, and “A Apolitical Blues”.
In 1989, “Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade” starring Harrison Ford and Sean Connery opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1989, “Weird Al” Yankovic records “Generic Blues”, “Biggest Ball Of Twine In Minnesota”, “Hot Rocks Polka”, “Attack Of The Radioactive Hamsters…”, and “Spam” for his “UHF Soundtrack And Other Stuff” LP.
In 1989, "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" was released by Paramount Pictures / Lucasfilm; Steven Spielberg (director); Jeffrey Boam (screenplay); Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, Denholm Elliott, Alison Doody, John Rhys-Davies, Julian Glover, River Phoenix, Michael Byrne, Kevork Malikyan, Robert Eddison, Richard Young, Alexei Sayle, Alex Hyde-White, Paul Maxwell, Isla Blair, Vernon Dobtcheff, Bradley Gregg, Frederick Jaeger, Eugene Lipinski; Action, Adventure; Live Action
In 1986, “Chain Reaction” by Diana Ross peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Dancin' Like Lovers” by Mary MacGregor peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer” by Kenny Rogers And Kim Carnes peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love)” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Fool For A Pretty Face” by Humble Pie peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gone Too Far” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Heart Hotels” by Dan Fogelberg peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Here Comes My Girl” by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hurt So Bad” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Can't Help It” by Andy Gibb And Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Don't Want To Walk Without You” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If Your Heart Isn't In It” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Inside Of You” by Ray, Goodman And Brown peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Mothers Talk” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Say It, Say It” by E.G. Daily peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sexy Eyes” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Stomp!” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Theme From 'American Gigolo' (The Seduction)” by James Last Band peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Tomorrow Doesn't Matter Tonight” by Starship peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Train In Vain (Stand By Me)” by The Clash peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Vanity Kills” by ABC peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Where Do The Children Go” by The Hooters peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪ “Rock Lobster” by The B-52's peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “A Certain Girl” by Warren Zevon peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Come Back” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Lies Are Gonna Get You” by Cats Can Fly peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Live To Tell” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love And Affection” by Bill King peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Mothers Talk” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Something About You” by Level 42 peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Captain Of Her Heart” by Double peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Think About Me” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me, Girl (medley)” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Your Wildest Dreams” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪ “Rock Lobster / Planet Claire” by The B-52's peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Amytyville” by Lovebug Starski peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Ask The Lord” by Hipsway peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Breathing” by Kate Bush peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Make Waves” by The Nolans peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Duchess” by Genesis peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Fire On The Water” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Fool For Your Loving” by Whitesnake peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Give It Up” by Talk Talk peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hungry For Heaven” by DIO peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If She Knew What She Wants” by The Bangles peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Irene” by Photos peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lady” by Street Whispers peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “No Doubt About It” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Over The Weekend” by Nick Heywood peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Pulling Mussels” by U.K. Squeeze peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rollin' Home” by Status Quo peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rough Boy” by ZZ Top peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rules And Regulations (Ep)” by We've Got A Fuzzbox peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shante” by Mass Production peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She's Out Of My Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Snooker Loopy” by Matchroom Mob peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Teenage” by U.K. Subs peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Eyes Have It” by Karel Fialka peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Why Can't This Be Love” by Van Halen peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Wicked Ways” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “A Different Corner” by George Michael peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Atomic / Die Young Stay Pretty” by Blondie peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Baby, You're So Strange” by Icehouse peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Cry For Me Argentina / Eva's Theme: Lady Woman” by Festival peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Him / Get Outta Yourself” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 42 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Total Control / Love Don't Help” by The Motels peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Bliss” by Th' Dudes peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Carrie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Concrete And Clay” by Martin Plaza peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Going Underground” by The Jam peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Pledge My Love” by Peaches And Herb peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Kiss The Dirt (Falling Down The Mountain)” by INXS peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Comes Quickly” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Manic Monday” by The Bangles peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “One Good Reason” by The Swingers peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Say Goodbye” by Hunters And Collectors peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Suspicious Minds” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Together We Are Beautiful” by Fern Kinney peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Why Can't This Be Love” by Van Halen peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Bad Boy” by Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Call Me” by Blondie peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Crazy Guitar” by Hank The Knife And The Crazy Cats peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Give It To Me” by Patricia Paay peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hold On To My Love” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Never As Good As The First Time” by Sade peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Not Another World War” by Urban Heroes peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Nou en of, Love” by Frank And Mirella peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Pata pata” by Osibisa peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Somebody Loves You” by Leslie Vaughn peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stars” by Hear 'n Aid peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Talk Of The Town” by The Pretenders peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Roses Ain't Growing Any More” by Frank Ashton peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Walk Right Back” by Anne Murray peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “What's Another Year” by Johnny Logan peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You To Me Are Everything (The Decade Remix '76-'86)” by The Real Thing peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You're Gonna Be Mine” by Novo Band peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Pas toi” by Jean-Jacques Goldman peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1980, “What's Another Year” by Johnny Logan peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Geil” by Bruce And Bongo peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Non so che darei” by Alan Sorrenti peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
© 1995-2024. davesfunstuff.com. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website without expressed written consent is prohibited.
