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In 1982, Paul McCartney releases “Take it Away”
In 1982, Prince William, first child of Princess Diana and Prince Charles and second in line to the British throne, was born. He went without a name for a week or two before Chuck and Di selected his name. Someone suggested to name the child “Up,” as in Up, Chuck and Di?
In 1983, “Bring 'Em Back Alive”, TV Adventure; last aired on CBS. This Indiana Jones ripoff didnʹt work after a season.
In 1983, “Eliminator” album by ZZ Top was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, Itʹs not like the staff of “Late Night With David Letterman” are bored or anything, the weatherʹs just nice enough outside to drop random objects from a five-story window in the showʹs third official “Tower Drop.”
In 1984, On Guiding Light, Billy Lewis (Jordan Clarke) threatened to "destroy" his ex-wife, Reva (Kim Zimmer), who had just married his father. "This time it's gonna hurt," Billy told her.
In 1985, Ron Howardʹs “Cocoon” starring Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Brian Dennehy, Gwen Verdon, and Jack Gilford opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1985, The cast stays the same but the sitcom changes in ABCʹs “The Comedy Factory,” a summer repertory series starring Mary Ann McDonald, Geoffrey Bowes, Derek McGrath, Mary Long and weekly guest stars.
In 1985, The Walt Disney Pictures live-action feature film, “Return to Oz” is released in theaters in the U.S. It cost $25 million to make.
In 1985, “Heart” album by Heart was released
In 1985, “Theatre Of Pain” album by Motley Crue was released
In 1986, On General Hospital, Frisco Jones (Jack Wagner) married Felicia Cummings (Kristina Malandro).
In 1986, R.C., “Crush On You” by The Jets peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “I Wanna Be A Cowboy” by Boys Dont Cry peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Land Of La La” by Stevie Wonder peaked at #86 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Living On Video” by Trans-X peaked at #61 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Nothin' At All” by Heart peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Out Of Mind Out Of Sight” by Models peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Vienna Calling” by Falco peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, Guns N' Roses released their debut album, “Appetite for Destruction.”
In 1988, The Los Angeles Lakers became the first NBA team in 19 years to win back-to-back Championships, beating the Detroit Pistons 108-105 in seventh game; the Lakers won their fifth title in the 1980s.
In 1988, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” a comedy fantasy starring Bob Hoskins that combined live action and legendary animated cartoon characters, premiered in New York. It would premiere nationwide the following day.
In 1985, "Cocoon" was released by 20th Century Fox; Ron Howard (director); Tom Benedek (screenplay); Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Hume Cronyn, Brian Dennehy, Jack Gilford, Steve Guttenberg, Maureen Stapleton, Jessica Tandy, Gwen Verdon, Herta Ware, Tahnee Welch, Barret Oliver, Linda Harrison, Tyrone Power Jr., Clint Howard, Charles Lampkin, Rance Howard, Jim Fitzpatrick, Mike Nomad, Jorge Gil, James Ritz; Sci-Fi, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1985, "Return to Oz" was released by Walt Disney Pictures; Walter Murch (director/screenplay); Gill Dennis (screenplay); Fairuza Balk, Nicol Williamson, Jean Marsh, Piper Laurie, Matt Clark, Emma Ridley, Justin Case, Pons Maar, Sophie Ward, Fiona Victory, Bruce Boa, Denise Bryer, Sean Barrett, Brian Henson, Lyle Conway, Mak Wilson, Timothy D. Rose, Michael Sundin, Steve Norrington, Deep Roy, John Alexander, Rachael Ashton, Robbie Barnett, Ailsa Berk, Peter Elliott, Roger Ennals, Michele Hine, Mark Hopkins, Colin Skeaping, Ken Stevens, Philip Tan, Rob Thirtle, Beatrice Murch; Fantasy; Live Action
In 1986, ✪ “Living On Video” by Trans-X peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪ “Vienna Calling” by Falco peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Angel Say No” by Tommy Tutone peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Crush On You” by The Jets (U.S.) peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Female Intuition” by Mai Tai peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Land Of La La” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Nothin' At All” by Heart peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Only The Lonely (Have A Reason To Be Sad)” by La Flavour peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Out Of Mind Out Of Sight” by Models [AU] peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She's Out Of My Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Ain't Nobody Ever Loved You” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “And The Beat Goes On” by The Whispers peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Breakdown Dead Ahead” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Headed For The Future” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Holding Back The Years” by Simply Red peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “How Many (Rivers To Cross)” by Luba peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Is Your Love Strong Enough” by Bryan Ferry peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lost In Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “On My Own” by Patti LaBelle And Michael McDonald peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Pilot Of The Airwaves” by Charlie Dore peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Key” by Erroll Starr peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Second Time Around” by Shalamar peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Train In Vain (Stand By Me)” by The Clash peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Why Don't You Take It” by FM peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “With You I'm Born Again” by Billy Preston And Syreeta peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Band Of Gold” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Breaking The Law” by Judas Priest peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Crying” by Don McLean peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Empire State Human” by The Human League peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Expansions '86” by Chris Paul peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Great Gosh A 'Mighty (It's A Matter Of Time)” by Little Richard peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hunting High And Low” by a-ha peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “In The Night” by Barbara Dickson peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jump Back” by Dhar Braxton peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Matchstick Floatilla” by Thrashing Doves peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Messages” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Midnight Dynamos” by Matchbox peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Nasty” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sally” by Carmel peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Six Pack” by The Police peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sleepin' On The Job” by Ian Gillan peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Slow Down” by Balaam And The Angel peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Soldier's Song” by The Hollies peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stay A Little Wild Child” by Loose Ends peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Scratch” by Surface Noise peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “When Tomorrow Comes” by Eurythmics peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Come Back / Takin' You Down” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Do You Wanna Be?” by I'm Talking peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Pledge My Love / (I Want Us) Back Together” by Peaches And Herb peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Still Call Australia Home” by Peter Allen peaked at number 72 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Pistol In My Pocket” by Lana Pellay peaked at number 17 on the Australian 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 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Secret Lovers” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Are Soul” by Doug Mulray And The Rude Band peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Bad Boy” by Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Call Me” by Blondie peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer” by Kenny Rogers And Kim Carnes peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Feel So Good” by Spelling Mistakes peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Greatest Love Of All” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Holding Back The Years” by Simply Red peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Hope I Never” by Split Enz peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I'll Keep On Loving You” by Princess peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Loving You (Is A Way Of Life)” by Jon Stevens peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Never As Good As The First Time” by Sade peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “No One Is To Blame” by Howard Jones peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stairway To Heaven” by FAR Corporation peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Too Much Too Young” by The Special AKA (The Specials) peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What Have You Done For Me Lately” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Ik bun een keerl van stoahl” by Normaal peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Lessons In Love” by Level 42 peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rollin' Home” by Status Quo peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Tausendmal du” by Münchener Freiheit peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Edge Of Heaven” by Wham! peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Touch Me (I Want Your Body)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You'll Always Find Me In The Kitchen At Parties” by Jona Lewie peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Canoë rose” by Viktor Lazlo peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Two People In A Room” by Stephan Eicher peaked at number 27 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Innocent Love” by Sandra peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Friend Jack” by Boney M. peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1986, “When Tomorrow Comes” by Eurythmics peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Coward Of The County” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Il tempo se ne va” by Adriano Celentano peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What Have You Done For Me Lately” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Wonderful World” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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