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In 1980, On Texas, Bart (Joel Colodner) asked Courtney (Catherine Hickland) if it bothered her that Kevin was married. She replied: "Yes, but not half as much at it bothers him." She later added: "A person can't always live by their principles."
In 1980, “Empty Glass” album by Pete Townshend was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1981, “Theme From 'Greatest American Hero'” single by Joey Scarbury was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1982, The debut of Anglo-American pop-rock band, the Pretenders is certified platinum about three years after itʹs released. The L.P. contained two hits, “Brass in Pocket” and “Kid.”
In 1983, On Guiding Light, Nola Reardon (Lisa Brown) had another old movie fantasy, this time with a "Murder on the Orient Express" theme. Quint's (Michael Tylo) Poirot made Nola realize that Bill Bauer might not have committed suicide.
In 1984, During a voice test for a paid political radio address, President Reagan made a comment in jest, “My fellow Americans, I am pleased to tell you today that Iʹve just signed legislation that will outlaw Russia forever. We begin bombing in five minutes”. The comments are broadcast, causing an international uproar. Reagan didnʹt realize that his microphone was on as he said that famous joke.
In 1984, R.C., “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “I Send A Message” by INXS peaked at #77 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “Sad Songs (Say So Much)” by Elton John peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Foulups, Bleeps,& Blunders”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.
In 1987, A sad day in monologue history as Clara “Whereʹs the Beef?” Peller dies. Clara Peller, the elderly woman in the “Whereʹs the beef?” commercials for Wendyʹs, was 86.
In 1987, “No Control” album by Eddie Money was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1987, “Sergeant Pepperʹs Lonely Hearts Club Band” was called “The best album made during the last 20 years” by the respected music publication, “Rolling Stone” magazine, on this day. They were talking about the Beatles album, not the Bee-Gees/Frampton/etc. version, of course.
In 1987, “Substance” album by New Order was released
In 1988, 08 x 11 = 88
In 1989, "Why'd You Come in Here Lookin' Like That" by Dolly Parton was at #1 on the country chart. Released as the first single from the album White Limozeen, the song was Parton's eighteenth #1.
In 1989, "A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child" was released by New Line Cinema / Heron Communications; Stephen Hopkins (director); Leslie Bohem (screenplay); Robert Englund, Lisa Wilcox, Danny Hassel, Kelly Jo Minter, Erika Anderson, Joe Seely, Beatrice Boepple, Whit Hertford, Nicholas Mele, Valorie Armstrong, Burr DeBenning, Clarence Felder, Michael Bailey Smith; Slasher; Live Action
In 1984, “Alibis” by Sérgio Mendes peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Beatstreet” by Grandmaster Melle Mel And The Furious Five peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Happy Ending” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Send A Message” by INXS peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “It's A Hard Life” by Queen peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Sad Songs (Say So Much)” by Elton John peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “She's Mine” by Steve Perry peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “You Were Made For Me” by Irene Cara peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, ✪ “Don't Take My Coconuts” by Kid Creole And The Coconuts peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “99 1/2” by Carol Lynn Townes peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Closest Thing To Heaven” by The Kane Gang peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Couldn't Stand A Day” by Re-Flex peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Dum Dum Girl” by Talk Talk peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Hardrock” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Love The Night” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I'll Wait” by Van Halen peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “In The Country” by Farmer's Boys peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Nervous Shakedown” by AC/DC peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Pale Blue Eyes” by Paul Quinn And Edwyn Collins peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Rhythm Of The Street” by Patti Austin peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “She's So Divine” by Forrest peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “There Are More Snakes Than Ladders” by Captain Sensible peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Today's Your Lucky Day” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “We Rock” by DIO peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “What's Love Got To Do With It” by Tina Turner peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Whose Side Are You On?” by Matt Bianco peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “You In The Night” by Fashion peaked at number 94 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Only When You Leave” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Self Control” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Locomotion” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1984, “You Don't Love Me” by Marilyn peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by Nik Kershaw peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “It's A Hard Life” by Queen peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Jump (For My Love)” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Talking Loud And Clear” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Taxi” by J. Blackfoot peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Telefoonbaby” by John Spencer And Lyda peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “My Soul Unwraps Tonight” by Savage Progress peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “State Of Shock” by The Jacksons Featuring Mick Jagger peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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