In 1980, The combustible couple Glen Campbell and Tanya Tucker opened the Republican National Convention in Detroit with a duet of the National Anthem. Campbell later admitted they were "higher than the notes we were singing."
In 1980, “Urban Cowboy” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold, Just ten days later, it was certified platinum by the RIAA
In 1981, “Hard Promises” album by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “Johnny Carson”. Other Articles: USFL, Cynthia Sikes, Burger Wars
In 1984, R.C., “Eyes Without A Face” by Billy Idol peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, The Young and the Restless star Jeanne Cooper (Katherine) had to cancel a two week tour of Ontario after being hospitalized for accidentally drinking coffee that contained a cleaning solution.
In 1986, Leonard Nimoy returns to TV, but still wonʹt let you call him Spock on the small screen. Heʹs playing an evil genie in the “Faerie Tale Theatre,” telling of “Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp.”
In 1986, On Another World, after Kathleen McKinnon (Julie Osburn) and Cecile Depoulignac) had an food, actually dessert, fight, Kathleen put Cecile in a guillotine. Kathleen and Felicia (Linda Dano) finally turned Cecile loose after she apologized but the conflict continued. FOOD FIGHT!
In 1986, On Santa Barbara, Mason Capwell (Lane Davies), Mark McCormick (Jon Lindstrom) and Julia Wainwright (Nancy Lee Grahan) reacted to former nun, Mary Duvall McCormick (Harley Jane Kozak), being knocked out with a giant neon letter "C" (for "Capwell" atop the Capwell Hotel) which landed on her while she was standing on the hotel roof. Mason begged her to tell him it would be alright, but Mary died. (This is the Monday episode that picked up where the Friday "C" cliffhanger left off.)
In 1988, A Nashville radio station (WYHY) said in 1988 that it wanted to dispel rumors that Elvis Presley was still alive. It offered one-million dollars to anyone who can produce him. The money went unclaimed.
In 1989, “Hey Dude” TV Western Comedy debut on Nickelodeon.
In 1989, “Licence To Kill”, the 16th James Bond flick, was released in theaters.
In 1985, "The Coca-Cola Kid" was released by Roadshow Film Distributors; Dušan Makavejev (director); Frank Moorhouse (screenplay); Eric Roberts, Greta Scacchi, Bill Kerr, Chris Haywood, Kris McQuade, Max Gillies, Tony Barry, Paul Chubb, David Slingsby, Tim Finn, Colleen Clifford, Rebecca Smart, Esben Storm, Steve Dodd, Ian Gilmour; Romance, Comedy; Live Action
In 1989, "Licence to Kill" was released by United Artists / Eon Productions; John Glen (director); Michael G. Wilson, Richard Maibaum (screenplay); Timothy Dalton, Carey Lowell, Robert Davi, Talisa Soto, Anthony Zerbe, Frank McRae, Everett McGill, Wayne Newton, Benicio del Toro, Desmond Llewelyn, Robert Brown, Caroline Bliss, Anthony Starke, Pedro Armendáriz Jr., David Hedison, Priscilla Barnes, Don Stroud, Alejandro Bracho, Guy De Saint Cyr, Grand L. Bush, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Christopher Neame, Rafer Johnson, Diana Lee Hsu; Action, Spy; Live Action
In 1989, "Peter Pan (re-release)" was released by Walt Disney Pictures / RKO Radio Pictures; Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, Hamilton Luske (directors); Bobby Driscoll, Kathryn Beaumont, Hans Conried, Paul Collins, Tommy Luske, Heather Angel, Bill Thompson, Robert Ellis, June Foray, Candy Candido, Tom Conway, Roland Dupree, Don Barclay, The Mellomen, Tony Butala, Connie Hilton, Karen Kester, Margaret Kerry; Adventure, Fantasy; Animation
In 1989, "When Harry Met Sally..." was released by Columbia Pictures / Castle Rock Entertainment / Nelson Entertainment; Rob Reiner (director); Nora Ephron (screenplay); Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher, Bruno Kirby, Steven Ford, Lisa Jane Persky, Michelle Nicastro, Kevin Rooney, Harley Jane Kozak, Estelle Reiner; Romantic comedy; Live Action
In 1984, “Don't Do Me” by Randy Bell peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Eyes Without A Face” by Billy Idol peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “It Can Happen” by Yes peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Love Theme From 'Footloose' (Almost Paradise)” by Mike Reno and Ann Wilson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Now It's My Turn” by Berlin peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “She Don't Know Me” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Simple” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Southern Central Rain (I'm Sorry)” by R.E.M. peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “And I Don't Love You” by Smokey Robinson peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Be My Number Two” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Body and Soul” by Sisters Of Mercy peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Love Men” by Eartha Kitt peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “It Can Happen” by Yes peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Jammin' In Manhattan” by Tyzik peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Lament” by Ultravox peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Sister Of Mercy” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Wait” by Wang Chung peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Heaven (Must Be There)” by Eurogliders peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Infatuation” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Not The Loving Kind” by The Twins peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Eyes Without A Face” by Billy Idol peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1984, “You Fascinate” by Marginal Era peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1984, “N.E.W.S.” by Golden Earring peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Self Control” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “State Of Shock” by The Jacksons featuring Mick Jagger peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Thin Line Between Love and Hate” by The Pretenders peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham! peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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