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The 80's Datebook for August 18

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In 1980, On General Hospital, Rick (Chris Robinson) told Lesley (Denise Alexander) he was going to marry Monica (Leslie Charleson), Alan (Stuart Damon) announced he was the father of Monica's baby, and Lesley slapped Monica.

In 1981, Jerry Lewis appears on “Donahue” to defend Telethons.

In 1981, The Rolling Stonesʹ “Tattoo You” album is released.

In 1981, “Blows Against The Empire” album by Jefferson Starship was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1981, “Long Distance Voyager” album by The Moody Blues was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1982, In the franchiseʹs second-longest game in terms of innings, the Cubs lose to the Dodgers, 2-1. The six-hour and 10-minute Wrigley Field contest played over two days, ends with Dusty Bakerʹs sacrifice fly that plates Steve Sax and 21 innings to complete. The game had started the previous day and had been postponed, after 17 innings, because of darkness. (Ed. Note: In 1927, the Cubs beat Boston 4-3 at Braves Field in a 22-inning marathon. -LP)

In 1984, R.C., “Cleanin' Up The Town” by The Bus Boys peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “I Can Dream About You” by Dan Hartman peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “My Oh My” by Slade peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Panama” by Van Halen peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Sexy Girl” by Glenn Frey peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Two Sides Of Love” by Sammy Hagar peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Fantasy Island”, TV Adventure; last aired on ABC.

In 1984, Motley Crue gives its performance debut at the Monsters of Rock festival at Castle Donington, England.

In 1986, John Tesh made his first appearance on “Entertainment Tonight.”

In 1986, WYSP-FM Philadelphia begins simulcasting Howard Stern Show.

In 1986, “Webster” costar and “$25,000 Pyramid” whiz Henry Polic II gets to host his own ABC game show, “Double Talk,” with contestants and their celebrity teammates each deciphering a hunk of hyperbole to combine the words and create common phrases. Kicking things off on the debut show are “General Hospitalʹs” Stuart Damon and the queen of TV games, Betty White.

In 1989, “Love In An Elevator” single by Aerosmith was released

In 1989, “Love Shack” single by B-52's was released

In 1989, "Blood Red" was released by Hemdale Film Corporation; Peter Masterson (director); Ron Cutler (screenplay); Eric Roberts, Giancarlo Giannini, Dennis Hopper, Burt Young, Carlin Glynn, Lara Harris, Joseph Runningfox, Al Ruscio, Michael Madsen, Elias Koteas, Francesca De Sapio, Marc Lawrence, Frank Campanella, Aldo Ray, Gary Swanson, Susan Anspach, Julia Roberts, Kevin Cooney, Charles Dierkop; Western, Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Casualties of War" was released by Columbia Pictures; Brian De Palma (director); David Rabe (screenplay); Michael J. Fox, Sean Penn, Don Patrick Harvey, John C. Reilly, John Leguizamo, Thuy Thu Le, Erik King, Ving Rhames, Dale Dye, Holt McCallany, Dan Martin, Wendell Pierce, Sam Robards, Steve Larson, Vyto Ruginis, Maris Valainis, Darren E. Burrows, Sherman Howard, John Marshall Jones, Amy Irving, Jack Gwaltney; Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Cheetah" was released by Walt Disney Pictures; Jeff Blyth (director); Erik Tarloff, John Cotter, Griff Du Rhone (screenplay); Keith Coogan, Lucy Deakins, Jim Ward, Collin Mothupi, Timothy Landfield, Breon Gorman-Landfield, Mhlangabezi Ka Vundla, Lydia Kigada, Kuldeep Bhakoo, Paul Onsongo, Anthony Baird, Rory McGuinness, Rod Jacobsen, David Adido, Evalyne Kamau, Richard Clarke, Michael Rogers, Joe Herrington; Family, Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "A Chorus of Disapproval" was released by Curzon Films; Michael Winner (director/screenplay); Alan Ayckbourn (screenplay); Jeremy Irons, Anthony Hopkins, Prunella Scales, Jenny Seagrove, Sylvia Sims, Gareth Hunt, Patsy Kensit, Lionel Jeffries, Alexandra Pigg, Richard Briers, Barbara Ferris, Pete Lee-Wilson, Dinah May, David King, Amanda Mainard, Anne Priestley, Audrey Trotter; Comedy, Drama, Musical; Live Action

In 1989, "Cookie" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Lorimar Film Entertainment; Susan Seidelman (director); Nora Ephron, Alice Arlen (screenplay); Peter Falk, Dianne Wiest, Emily Lloyd, Michael V. Gazzo, Brenda Vaccaro, Adrian Pasdar, Jerry Lewis, Lionel Stander, Bob Gunton, Joe Mantello, Ricki Lake, Joy Behar; Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!" was released by Columbia Pictures / Aurora Productions; Jean-Claude Lord (director); Charles Zev Cohen, Rick Doehring (screenplay); Michael Paré, Marina Orsini, Bernie Coulson, Matthew Laurance, Michael "Tunes" Antunes, Anthony Sherwood, David Matheson, Mark Holmes, Harvey Atkin, Kate Lynch, Paul Markle, Larry King, Martha Quinn, Bo Diddley; Musical, Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Sex, Lies, and Videotape" was released by Miramax Films; Steven Soderbergh (director/screenplay); James Spader, Andie MacDowell, Peter Gallagher, Laura San Giacomo, Steven Brill, Ron Vawter; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “17” by Rick James peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Can Dream About You” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “If Ever You're In My Arms Again” by Peabo Bryson peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “My, Oh My” by Slade peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Next Love” by Deniece Williams peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Panama” by Van Halen peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sexy Girl” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “She Loves My Car” by Ronnie Milsap peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Two Sides Of Love” by Sammy Hagar peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “Cleanin' Up The Town” by Bus Boys peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Beat Street Breakdown” by Grandmaster Melle Mel and The Furious Five peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Breakin'... There's No Stopping Us” by Ollie and Jerry peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bringin' On The Heartbreak” by Def Leppard peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Can't Shake You” by The Santers peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Dancing With Tears In My Eyes” by Ultravox peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man)” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Must I Always Remember” by The Box peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sad Songs (Say So Much)” by Elton John peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “She's Mine” by Steve Perry peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Body Electric” by Rush peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Ghost In You” by The Psychedelic Furs peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Turn To You” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “You're The Best Thing” by The Style Council peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Careless Whisper” by George Michael peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Wanna Be Somebody” by W.A.S.P. peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Just The Way You Like It” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Medley / Love Songs Are Back Again” by Band Of Gold peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “On The Wings Of Love” by Jeffrey Osborne peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sing and Shout” by Second Image peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “State Of Independence” by Jon and Vangelis peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Storm Of Light” by Working Week peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Strange Frontier” by Roger Taylor peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tossin' and Turnin'” by Windjammer peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Whatever I Do (Wherever I Go)” by Hazell Dean peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪✪ “Agadoo” by Black Lace peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Borderline” by Madonna peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Breakin'... There's No Stopping Us” by Ollie and Jerry peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Revolution” by The Radiators peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Up Rock” by The Rock Steady Crew peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, 🌎 “Two Tribes” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Beat Street Breakdown” by Grandmaster Melle Mel and The Furious Five peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Breakin'... There's No Stopping Us” by Ollie and Jerry peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Praying To The Beat” by Re-Flex peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Soul Train” by Swans Way peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Stuck On You” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Such A Shame” by Talk Talk peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham! peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Eyes Without A Face” by Billy Idol peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands 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.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Fürstenfeld” by STS peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sad Songs (Say So Much)” by Elton John peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sog, es wird später” by Stefanie Werger peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Weus'd a Herz hast wia a Bergwerk” by Rainhard Fendrich peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Catch Me I'm Falling” by Real Life peaked at number 12 on the Switzerland 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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