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In 1980, R.C., “In America” by Charlie Daniels Band peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Love The World Away” by Kenny Rogers peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Magic” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Stand By Me” by Mickey Gilley peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Wango Tango” by Ted Nugent peaked at #86 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, During a ceremony held in Cooperstown, New York, the United States Postal Service unveils a 20-cent stamp commemorating baseball great Jackie Robinson as part of its annual Black Heritage series. The Dodger infielder becomes the first individual baseball player depicted on a U.S. postage stamp.
In 1982, Rickey Henderson of Oakland became the first player to steal 100 bases in a season…twice. He tied his own American League record. The Athletics beat the Seattle Mariners, 6-5. The major league record of 118 was set by Lou Brock. Henderson and Brock are first and second on the all-time list. Henderson set the modern single season record of 130 later in the season. The all-time single season record is 138, set in 1887 by Hugh Nicol.
In 1983, ABC imports the British sitcom “The Rise and Fall of Reginald Perrin,” chopping the title down to “Reggie.” The tale of an ice cream factory executive dealing with a mid-life crisis by working his Walter Mittyesque imagination fails to catch on, despite a stellar cast that includes Richard Mulligan, Timothy Busfield, Jean Smart, Barbara Barrie, Chip Zien, and Timothy Stack.
In 1984, Charles Schultz' award-winning comic strip was picked up by the “Daily Times” in Portsmouth, Ohio. With the addition of that paper, “Peanuts”, featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Pigpen, Linus, Peppermint Pattie, Woodstock and the gang, became the first comic strip to appear in 2,000 newspapers.
In 1984, On Guiding Light, Darcy (Robin V. Johnson) took Rick (Michael O'Leary) hostage at gun point so he could help an injured Lujack. Of Johnson, who is now retired from acting, Courtney Love once said, "I swear to God I've never seen an actress like this. She's Mick Jagger plus Marilyn Monroe."
In 1985, “ABC Rocks” last airs, after proving itself no match for NBCʹs “Friday Night Videos.”
In 1985, “Lifeʹs Most Embarrasing Moments”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.
In 1985, “People Do The Craziest Things”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.
In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “Macho Men: Bruce Willis, Ted Danson”. Other Articles: Steven Spielberg, A&E Network
In 1986, R.C., “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Glory Of Love” by Peter Cetera peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Opportunities (Letʹs Make Lots Of Money)” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Take It Easy” by Andy Taylor peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “The Lady In Red” by Chris DeBurgh peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1986, TODAY/PC born today.
In 1987, The 50-year-old Walt Disney movie classic, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”, was rereleased. The film was the most popular animated film in motion picture history. It grossed almost $20 million in its first two weeks of rerelease.
In 1988, “Buenas Noches From A Lonley Room” album by Dwight Yoakam was released
In 1988, “Let It Roll” album by Little Feat was released
In 1988, “MTV Half Hour Comedy Hour” TV Comedy debut.
In 1989, “Love And Rockets” album by Love And Rockets was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, “Parenthood” starring Steve Martin, Dianne Wiest, Tom Hulce, Rick Moranis, Jason Robards Jr., Mary Steenburgen, Martha Plimpton and Keanu Reeves opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1984, "The Bostonians" was released by Almi Pictures; James Ivory (director); Ruth Prawer Jhabvala (screenplay); Christopher Reeve, Vanessa Redgrave, Jessica Tandy, Madeleine Potter, Nancy Marchand, Wesley Addy, Barbara Bryne, Linda Hunt, Charles McCaughan, Nancy New, John Van Ness Philip, Wallace Shawn; Romance, Drama; Live Action
In 1985, "Fright Night" was released by Columbia Pictures; Tom Holland (director/screenplay); Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Roddy McDowall, Stephen Geoffreys, Jonathan Stark, Dorothy Fielding, Art J. Evans, Stewart Stern, Ernie Holmes, Nick Savage, Heidi Sorenson; Horror; Live Action
In 1985, "Sesame Street Presents Follow That Bird" was released by Warner Bros. /Sesame Workshop Formerly CTW /The Jim Henson Company Formerly Henson Associates; Ken Kwapis (director); Judy Freudberg, Tony Geiss (screenplay); Caroll Spinney, Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Richard Hunt, Jerry Nelson, Kathryn Mullen, Pam Arciero, Martin P. Robinson, Sally Kellerman, Laraine Newman, Brian Hohlfeld, Cathy Silvers, Eddie Deezen, Tim Gosley, Noel MacNeal, Bob McGrath, Roscoe Orman, Linda Bove, Emilio Delgado, Sonia Manzano, Alaina Reed Hall, Loretta Long, Kermit Love, Joe Flaherty, Dave Thomas, Alyson Court, Waylon Jennings, Sandra Bernhard, Chevy Chase, John Candy, Paul Bartel; Musical, Comedy; Live Action
In 1985, "Weird Science" was released by Universal Pictures; John Hughes (director/screenplay); Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Kelly LeBrock, Bill Paxton, Robert Downey Jr., Robert Rusler, Suzanne Snyder, Judie Aronson, Vernon Wells, Britt Leach, Ivor Barry, Pamela Gordon, Michael Berryman, John Kapelos, D'Mitch Davis, Jill Whitlow, Wally Ward, Renee Props; Teen, Sci-Fi, Comedy; Live Action
In 1989, "Parenthood" was released by Universal Pictures / Imagine Entertainment; Ron Howard (director); Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel (screenplay); Steve Martin, Tom Hulce, Rick Moranis, Martha Plimpton, Keanu Reeves, Jason Robards, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest, Harley Jane Kozak, Eileen Ryan, Joaquin Phoenix, Helen Shaw, Jasen Fisher, Paul Linke, Alisan Porter, Ivyann Schwann, Zachary La Voy, Alex Burrall, Charmin Lee, Dennis Dugan, Max Elliott Slade; Comedy Drama; Live Action
In 1986, “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Glory Of Love” by Peter Cetera peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hot Water” by Level 42 peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “In America” by The Charlie Daniels Band peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love That Got Away” by Firefall peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love The World Away” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Magic” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Opportunities (Let's Make Lots Of Money)” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Stand By Me” by Mickey Gilley peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Take It Easy” by Andy Taylor peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Wango Tango” by Ted Nugent peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Years From Now” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Before I Go” by Starship peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Black/White” by Mr. Mister peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Fine State Of Affairs” by Burton Cummings peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Fire On The Water” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Like A Rock” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Touch” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rock And Roll To The Rescue” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She's Out Of My Life” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Suspicious Minds” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Best Of Me” by Olivia Newton-John With David Foster peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “(Solution To) The Problem” by Masquerade peaked at number 64 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Burnin' Hot” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Butcher Baby” by Plasmatics peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Does It Feel Good / Give Up The Funk” by B.T. Express peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Does She Have A Friend” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Dream Sequence” by Pauline Murray And The Invisible Girls peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Fight For Ourselves” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “For You, For Love” by The Average White Band peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Girlfriend” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Don't Mean To Turn You On” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Sink Them My Way” by Pub Singer peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jeanny” by Falco peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jerusalem” by Belouis Some peaked at number 99 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lip Up Fatty” by Bad Manners peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Kills” by Joe Strummer peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Me, Myself, I” by Joan Armatrading peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “More Than I Can Say” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Guy / My Girl” by Johnny Bristol With Amii Stewart peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “No News Is News” by Kreamcicle peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Point Of No Return” by Nu Shooz peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Roses” by Haywoode peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shining Star” by The Manhattans peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Smile” by Audrey Hall peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Some Candy Talking” by The Jesus And Mary Chain peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “There There My Dear” by Dexy's Midnight Runners peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Turned On To You” by Nova Casper peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Understanding Jane” by Icicle Works peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Wednesday Week” by The Undertones peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What's The Colour Of Money?” by Hollywood Beyond peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Blue Skies / Georgia On My Mind” by Willie Nelson peaked at number 53 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Cathy's Clown / Anything I Can Do” by The Tarney-Spencer Band peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Cry For Me Argentina / Gimme Some Lovin'” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “God Thank You Woman” by Culture Club peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Left Of Center” by Suzanne Vega Featuring Joe Jackson peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Little Jeannie / Conquer The Sun” by Elton John peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love At First Night / The Singer And The Song” by Kim Hart peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Friend Jack / I See A Boat On The River” by Boney M. peaked at number 81 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shandi / She's So European” by KISS peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Shell Shock” by New Order peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Edge Of Heaven” by Wham! peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Together We Are Beautiful / Baby Let Me Kiss You” by Fern Kinney peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Weak In The Presence Of Beauty” by Floy Joy peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Wondering Where The Lions Are / After The Rain” by Bruce Cockburn peaked at number 92 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' / Baldry's Out” by Long John Baldry And Kathi McDonald peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “As The Sun Goes Down” by Everything That Flies peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Emotional Rescue” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Friends Will Be Friends” by Queen peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Papa Don't Preach” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Say It, Say It” by E.G. Daily peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shining Star” by The Manhattans peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Finest” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 13 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Dancing On The Ceiling” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Emotional Rescue” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Et les oiseaux chantaient (And The Birds Were Singing)” by Sweet People peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gimme Some Lovin'” by The Blues Brothers peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Piove” by André Hazes peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Spoonful Of Lovin'” by Tiffany [NL] peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Summer In Her Eyes” by Demis Roussos peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Ti sento” by Matia Bazar peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Un sentimental” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You Got What It Takes” by Bobby Thurston peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Engineer” by Animotion peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “If She Knew What She Wants” by The Bangles peaked at number 30 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Rom” by Dschinghis Khan peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sexy Eyes” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sind Sie Single?” by Joesi Prokopetz peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Strangers By Night” by C.C. Catch peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Take Good Care Of My Baby” by Smokie peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1980, “There Ain't No Age For Rock And Roll” by The Veterans peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You're All I Need” by Peter Kent peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1986, “J'aime la vie” by Sandra Kim peaked at number 21 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Living In Another World” by Talk Talk peaked at number 44 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Non so che darei” by Alan Sorrenti peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Shandi” by KISS peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Donna musica” by Collage peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Friends Will Be Friends” by Queen peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Lessons In Love” by Level 42 peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Underground” by David Bowie peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “White Storm In The Jungle” by Sandy Marton peaked at number 29 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Can Leave Your Hat On” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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