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The 80's Datebook for June 9

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In 1980, Comedian Richard Pryor suffered almost fatal burns at his San Fernando Valley, California, home when a mixture of “free-base” cocaine exploded. Pryor endured two months of painful skin-grafting operations and survived.

In 1980, COVER OF PEOPLE YODA (from “THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK”)

In 1981, Actress Natalie Portman, whose credits include “The Professional” and “Star Wars: Episode I, The Phantom Menace,” born in Israel.

In 1982, “Freeze-frame” single by J. Geils Band was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1983, Frank Zappaʹs album [36] LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Vol One was released.

In 1984, 9:30 p.m./ET “People Are Funny” (NBC): Gagsters include a scientist working with radioactivity who tries to detain a deliveryman; a model who asks people to retrieve her checkbook from her car, which is occupied by a police dog; a derelict passing out $20 bills.

In 1984, Donald Duck and Clarence Nash lead a ticker-tape parade through Disneyland, celebrating 50 years since Donald Duckʹs film debut in “The Wise Little Hen”.

In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Remington Steele”. Other Articles: Square Pegs, Stereo TV

In 1984, Polygramʹs Hanover Germany plant produces its ten millionth CD.

In 1984, R.C., “Breakdance” by Irene Cara peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Heart Donʹt Lie” by LaToya Jackson peaked at #56 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Love Will Show Us How” by Christine McVie peaked at #30 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “My Ever Changing Moods” by Style Council peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Oh Sherrie” by Steve Perry peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Sister Christian” by Night Ranger peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “The Heart Of Rock And Roll” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “What Is Love?” by Howard Jones peaked at #33 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Whisper To A Scream (Birds Fly)” by Icicle Works peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Wonderland” by Big Country peaked at #86 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Weird Al” Yankovic gave a live performance at the Starlight Amphitheater in Burbank CA; Howie Mandell opened with his comedy act.

In 1986, General Electric Company buys RCA Corporation, parent of NBC, for $6.4 billion. At the time, the deal was the largest non-oil acquisition in U.S. history. Later on, David Letterman would come up with dozens of “G.E. Sucks” jokes until he quit for CBS in 1993.

In 1987, Casey Kasem was among the 106 anti-nuclear activists arrested during a protest in front of the White House. Casey demanded that this final countdown not commence.

In 1989, Sammy Davis, Jr. makes his final appearance on “Late Night with David Letterman,” plugging his book “Why Me” and belting out “I Canʹt Get Started With You.” Davis died a year later, on May 16, 1990.

In 1989, The movie “Star Trek V: The Final Frontier” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1989, The reformed Doobie Brothers played their first U.S. concert.

In 1989, “Lita” album by Lita Ford was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1989, "Star Trek V: The Final Frontier" was released by Paramount Pictures; William Shatner (director); David Loughery (screenplay); William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan, Walter Koenig, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Laurence Luckinbill, Spice Williams-Crosby, George Murdock, David Warner, Charles Cooper, Cynthia Gouw, Bill Quinn, Harve Bennett, Todd Bryant; Sci-Fi; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Breakdance” by Irene Cara peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Waste Your Time” by Yarbrough And Peoples peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Gotta Give A Little Love (Ten Years After)” by Timmy Thomas peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Heart Don't Lie” by LaToya Jackson peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Pretend” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Will Show Us How” by Christine McVie peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “My Ever Changing Moods” by The Style Council peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Oh Sherrie” by Steve Perry peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sister Christian” by Night Ranger peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Heart Of Rock And Roll” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What Is Love?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Whisper To A Scream” by Icicle Works peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Wonderland” by Big Country peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Fine Fine Day” by Tony Carey peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Wouldn't It Be Good” by Nik Kershaw peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “You Can't Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want)” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now” by The Smiths peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Building On A Strong Foundation” by Questions peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dancing With Tears In My Eyes” by Ultravox peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dazzle” by Siouxsie And The Banshees peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “European Queen (No More Love On The Run)” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Extraordinary Girl” by The O'Jays peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Wanna Make You Feel Good” by The System peaked at number 73 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Illuminations” by Swans Way peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Peace On Earth” by Snowy White peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Red Guitar” by David Sylvian peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Searchin' (I Gotta Find A Man)” by Hazell Dean peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sign On The Dotted Line” by JB's Allstars peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Wind Beneath My Wings” by Lee Greenwood peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Too Much Trouble” by Limahl peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “When Am I Going To Make A Living” by Sade peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Beat For You” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Hello” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Strong Love” by Pat Wilson And Her Daddy O peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “You Might Think” by The Cars peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Breaking Away / That's Living Alright” by Joe Fagin peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)” by Shakin' Stevens And Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Answer Me” by The Alan Parsons Project peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sea Of Heartbreak” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Lebanon” by The Human League peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Reflex” by Duran Duran peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “To All The Girls I've Loved Before” by Julio Iglesias And Willie Nelson peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Hooray For Hollywood” by The Star Sisters (Stars On 45) peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Joanna” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 35 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “One Love / People Get Ready” by Bob Marley And The Wailers peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tattoo Song” by Herman Brood And His Wild Romance peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Reflex” by Duran Duran peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Sound Of Music” by Dayton peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What Do I Do?” by Phil Fearon And Galaxy peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dancing In The Dark” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Robert DeNiro's Waiting” by Bananarama peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collins peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Holiday (Celebrate)” by Madonna peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Locomotion” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 22 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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