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In 1980, “Tenspeed And Brown Shoe”, TV Adventure; last aired on CBS.
In 1980, “The $20,000 Pyramid”, TV Game Show, last aired on ABC, syndicated as the $50,000 Pyramid in 1981.
In 1981, On the cover of TV Guide: “Linda Evans of Dynasty”
In 1981, R.C., “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes returned to the number one slot on the pop singles chart to complete her nine-week stay.
In 1981, R.C., “One Day In Your Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1981, The album, “Hi Fidelity”, by REO Speedwagon was replaced at number one this day by the LP, “Mistaken Identity”, by singer, Kim Carnes. “Hi Fidelity” had been number one on the album charts for 14 weeks.
In 1983, “Letʹs Dance” album by David Bowie was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1984, Emmy 11th Daytime Award presentation — Susan Lucci loses for fifth time.
In 1984, “Late Night with David Lettermanʹs” fourth “Tower Drop.” Items getting hurled out of a five-story window this time include peanut butter and jelly containers, omelet fixings (eggs, peppers, and tomatoes), coconuts, Christmas decorations, two stacks of pancakes, a watermelon, and a gumball machine.
In 1986, Anne White wore only a body stocking at Wimbledon.
In 1986, On “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” on NBC, Judge Wopner tries Carson v. Letterman. Yes, the most-loved “Tonight Show” episode with LATE SHOW NEWS readers is one with Dave in it. On an earlier show, Carson complained that Daveʹs weather-beaten truck was an eyesore to his exclusive Malibu neighborhood in which both men kept houses, and then surprised his guest by rolling Daveʹs butt-ugly truck right onto the stage in Burbank. But wait! Letterman notices a broken headlight, caused by Carsonʹs people. The litigation begins. Ultimately, Wopner rules in Lettermanʹs favor and orders restitution.
In 1987, After spending a decade with NBC News, Linda Ellerbee gave her last “And So It Goes” this night. NBC had tried to encourage Ellerbee to take a 40 percent cut in pay. And so she went. She wrote a most interesting book on her broadcasting career titled “And So It Goes”.
In 1987, On the cover of TV Guide: “Alf, Valerie Bertinelli, etc.” Other Articles: Sledge Hammer! Colorizing.
In 1987, R.C., “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. Also, when her album “Whitney” entered the album chart at number one, Houston became the first female in chart history to perform this feat. She was also the first female artist to top the chart with four consecutive singles.
In 1987, R.C., “In Too Deep” by Genesis peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, R.C., “Soul City” by Partland Brothers peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, 21,785 fans at Atlantic City Convention Hall paid up to $1,500 to witness the fourth shortest heavyweight title fight in boxing history. Mike Tyson KOd Michael Spinks in 91 seconds with a solid right hand to the chin to retain the crown.
In 1988, Debbie Gibson, 17, graduates from New Yorkʹs Calhoun High School. Across town, Cyndi Lauper, 35, gets her diploma from Richmond High. Tiffany continued to search for a last name.
In 1988, Mike Tyson sues manager Bill Cayton to break their contract, then knocks out Michael Spinks in 91 seconds to retain the world heavyweight title.
In 1989, The Who performed the rock opera “Tommy” in its entirety for the first time in 17 years. The performance in New York was part of the bandʹs reunion tour, and it raised money for a childrenʹs charity and for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In 1989, “Cosmic Thing” album by B-52's was released
In 1989, “Me, Myself and I” single by De La Soul was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1986, "American Anthem" was released by Columbia Pictures / Lorimar Motion Pictures; Albert Magnoli (director); Evan Archerd, Jeff Benjamin (screenplay); Mitch Gaylord, Janet Jones, Michael Pataki, Patrice Donnelly, R.J. Williams, John Aprea, Michelle Phillips, Jenny Ester, Megan Marsden, Li Yuejiu, Tiny Wells, Kathrine Godney, Stacy Maloney, Peter Tramm, Maria Anz, Andrew White, Dick McGarvin, Mark Oates, Jan Claire, Googy Gress; Sports, Drama; Live Action
In 1986, "Labyrinth" was released by TriStar Pictures / The Jim Henson Company / Lucasfilm; Jim Henson (director); Terry Jones (screenplay); David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly, Toby Froud, Christopher Malcolm, Shelley Thompson, Natalie Finland, Michael Moschen, Brian Henson, Ron Mueck, Dave Goelz, David Barclay, David Shaughnessy, Karen Prell, Timothy Bateson, Frank Oz, Michael Hordern, Denise Bryer, Steve Whitmire, Anthony Jackson, Kevin Clash, Douglas Blackwell, Anthony Asbury, David Healy, Robert Beatty, Toby Philpott, Charles Augins, Cheryl Henson, Danny John-Jules, Richard Bodkin, Percy Edwards, Don Austen, Ronnie Le Drew, Kathryn Mullen, Nigel Plaskitt, Michael Quinn, David Rudman, Robin Stevens, Mak Wilson, Francis Wright, Sean Barrett, John Bluthal, Steve Nallon, Jan Ravens, Enn Reitel, Kerry Shale, Kenny Baker, Warwick Davis, Malcolm Dixon; Adventure, Fantasy, Musical; Live Action / Puppetry
In 1986, "Running Scared" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Peter Hyams (director); Gary DeVore, Jimmy Huston (screenplay); Gregory Hines, Billy Crystal, Steven Bauer, Darlanne Fluegel, Joe Pantoliano, Dan Hedaya, Jon Gries, Tracy Reed, Jimmy Smits; Action, Comedy; Live Action
In 1986, "Ruthless People" was released by Touchstone Pictures / Silver Screen Partners; David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, Jerry Zucker (directors); Dale Launer (screenplay); Danny DeVito, Judge Reinhold, Helen Slater, Bette Midler, Anita Morris, Bill Pullman, William G. Schilling, Art Evans, Clarence Felder, J.E. Freeman, Gary Riley, Phyllis Applegate; Black Comedy; Live Action
In 1987, "The Living Daylights" was released in movie theaters in London, England
In 1987, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “In Too Deep” by Genesis peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Is It You” by Lee Ritenour peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Jones vs. Jones” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Lessons In Love” by Level 42 peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “She Did It” by Michael Damian peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Sign Of The Gypsy Queen” by April Wine peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Soul City” by The Partland Brothers peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sweet Sixteen” by Billy Idol peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “What Are We Doin' In Love” by Dottie West With Kenny Rogers peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Diamonds” by Herb Alpert and Janet Jackson peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Fascinated” by Company B peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Give Me All Night” by Carly Simon peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It Doesn't Have To Be This Way” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jammin' Me” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Right On Track” by Breakfast Club peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Sukiyaki (Ueo Muite Arukou)” by A Taste Of Honey peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “This Mourning” by Chalk Circle peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Walkin' A Fine Line” by Johansen peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weapons Of Love” by The Truth peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Keep Me Hangin' On” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Fascinated” by Company B peaked at number 48 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Give Me All Night” by Carly Simon peaked at number 87 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “It Doesn't Have To Be This Way” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 92 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Jammin' Me” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at number 41 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Right On Track” by Breakfast Club peaked at number 19 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “This Mourning” by Chalk Circle peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Walkin' A Fine Line” by Johansen peaked at number 26 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Weapons Of Love” by The Truth peaked at number 61 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1987, “You Keep Me Hangin' On” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Cryin' My Heart Out For You” by Diana Ross peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Doors Of Your Heart” by The (English) Beat peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Flames Of Paradise” by Jennifer Rush and Elton John peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “If Leavin' Me Is Easy” by Phil Collins peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Indians” by Anthrax peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Lifetime Love” by Joyce Sims peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “One Day In Your Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Piece Of The Action” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Right Next Door (Because Of Me)” by The Robert Cray Band peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Scales Of Justice” by Living In A Box peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Spellbound” by Siouxsie and The Banshees peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Take It To The Top” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Tearing Us Apart” by Eric Clapton With Tina Turner peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Race Is On” by Dave Edmunds and The Stray Cats peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The River” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Pull Up To The Bumper” by Grace Jones peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Caravan Of Love” by The Housemartins peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Games / Down In The Basement” by Phoebe Snow peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Kids In America / Tuning in, Tuning On” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Leave Me” by Cattletruck peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Looking For A New Love” by Jody Watley peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Love and Devotion” by Michael Bow peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Nobody Told Me / Wishful Thinking” by The Monitors peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Room Full Of Diamonds / Quits” by The Radiators peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Sonic Boom Boy” by Westworld peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “The Shuttered Palace (Sons Of Europe) / Beautiful Waste Of Time” by Ellen Foley peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “There's A Little Bit Of Cazaly In Us All / Twenty Five Years In The Outer” by The Two Man Band peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Vienna / Passionate Reply” by Ultravox peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Charlie's Getting Married At Last” by Men Of Harlech peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Friday On My Mind” by Gary Moore peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “How 'Bout Us” by Champaign peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I'd Rather Go Blind” by Ruby Turner peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Let It Be” by Ferry Aid peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Lorraine” by Bad Manners peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “No Lies” by Noiseworks peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Something So Strong” by Crowded House peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, “This Ole House” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Stars On 45 (medley)” by Stars On 45 peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Bingo” by André van Duin peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Bitter Fruit” by Little Steven peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Dance On” by Doris D and The Pins peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Discotch” by Voyage peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Hold Me Now” by Johnny Logan peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1987, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “I've Seen That Face Before (Libertango)” by Grace Jones peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “It's Going To Happen!” by The Undertones peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Me kammetje / Ik heb 'm nog wel” by André van Duin / Jut and Jul peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1981, “All Those Years Ago” by George Harrison peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Bitter Fruit” by Little Steven peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “La isla bonita” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Lazy Bums” by Lazy Bums peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Nothing's Gonna Stop Me Now” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, “You Can Have Him” by Anita Lindblom peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Är du redo?” by Orup peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1981, ✪✪ “Hubba Hubba Zoot-Zoot” by Caramba peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Le pull-over blanc” by Graziella de Michèle peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1987, “Living In A Box” by Living In A Box peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Sarà perché ti amo” by Ricchi and Poveri peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1981, “Video Life” by Bilgeri peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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