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In 1980, “Games People Play”, TV Sports; debut on NBC.
In 1981, “Endless Love” single by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie was certified Gold by the RIAA. What movie was that from? Oh yea. Endless Love. That movie stunk!
In 1982, Bono married Ali Hewson
In 1982, On the cover of TV Guide: “Nell Carter of Gimme a Break”. Other Articles: William Christopher, TV Villians
In 1982, R.C., “Emotions In Motion” by Billy Squier peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Out Of Work” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)” by Jerry Reed peaked at #57 on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Take It Away” by Paul McCartney peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Vacation” by Go-Goʹs peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1982, R.C., “Wasted On The Way” by Crosby, Stills, and Nash peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, The musical play “La Cage Aux Folles” opened on Broadway in New York City.
In 1984, On Santa Barbara, Joe Perkins (Dane Witherspoon) called Kelly Capwell (Robin Wright) and asked her to meet him. Peter Flint (Stephen Meadows) asked Kelly's brother, Mason (Lane Davies), to call the cops on an armed Joe. Elsewhere, Lionel Lockridge (Nicolas Coster) visited Sophia Capwell's grave.
In 1984, “When Doves Cry” single by Prince was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1985, “Boy In The Box” album by Corey Hart was certified Gold by the RIAA. “Welcome to Boy in the Box, may I take your order? Ah, yea, I want a Bonus Boy with Onion Rings and a large orange shake!”
In 1985, “Double Trouble”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC. It looks and sounds like Sister, Sister but itʹs Double Trouble, an NBC sitcom featuring teenage twins Jean and Liz Sagal. And as of tonight itʹs canceled.
In 1986, On One Life to Live, Dorian went on trial for murdering Mitch.
In 1987, Personal Products, Incorporated, Americaʹs first drive in condom store opens in Hollywood, Florida.
In 1987, “Dirty Dancing” opened in movie theaters.
In 1987, “The Big Easy” opens in movie theaters.
In 1988, “Werewolf”, TV Scifi Adventure; last aired on Fox.
In 1981, "An American Werewolf in London" was released by Universal Pictures / PolyGram Pictures / The Guber-Peters Company; John Landis (director/screenplay); David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, Griffin Dunne, John Woodvine, Brian Glover, Lila Kaye, David Schofield, Paul Kember, Frank Oz, Don McKillop, Rik Mayall, Sean Baker, Sydney Bromley, Frank Singuineau, Will Leighton, Michael Carter, Anne-Marie Davies, Albert Moses, Alan Ford, Christine Hargreaves, Linzi Drew, Nina Carter, Vic Armstrong, John Landis; Horror, Comedy; Live Action
In 1981, "First Monday in October" was released by Paramount Pictures; Ronald Neame (director); Jerome Lawrence, Robert Edwin Lee (screenplay); Walter Matthau, Jill Clayburgh, Barnard Hughes, Jan Sterling, James Stephens, Joshua Bryant, Wiley Harker, Charles Lampkin, F.J. O'Neil, Lew Palter, Richard McMurray, Herb Vigran; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1981, "Honky Tonk Freeway" was released by Universal Pictures / Associated Film Distribution / EMI Films / Honky Tonk Freeway Company / Kendon Films; John Schlesinger (director); Edward Clinton (screenplay); Howard Hesseman, Teri Garr, Peter Billingsley, Beau Bridges, Beverly D'Angelo, Daniel Stern, Celia Weston, Deborah Rush, Geraldine Page, George Dzundza, Joe Grifasi, Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy, Frances Lee McCain, William Devane, Jerry Hardin, John Ashton, Frances Bay, Anne Ramsey; Comedy; Live Action
In 1981, "Prince of the City" was released by Orion Pictures / Warner Bros.; Sidney Lumet (director/screenplay); Jay Presson Allen (screenplay); Treat Williams, Jerry Orbach, Richard Foronjy, Lindsay Crouse, Bob Balaban, Kenny Marino, Carmine Caridi, Paul Roebling, James Tolkan, Steve Inwood, Matthew Laurance, Ron Karabatsos, Robert Christian, Lee Richardson, Lane Smith, Cosmo Allegretti, Bobby Alto, Conrad Fowkes, Peter Friedman, Peter Michael Goetz, Lance Henriksen, Eddie Jones, Cynthia Nixon, Ron Perkins, Walter Brooke, Alan King, Bruce Willis, Don Billett, Tony Page, Norman Parker, Tony Turco, Ron Maccone, Tony DiBenedetto, Tony Munafo, Michael Beckett, Burton Collins, Henry Ferrentino, Carmine Foresta, Don Leslie, Dana Lorge, Harry Madsen, E.D. Miller, Lionel Pina, José Angel Santana, Ilana Rapp; Neo-Noir, Crime, Drama; Live Action
In 1987, "Born in East L.A." was released by Universal Pictures; Cheech Marin (director/screenplay); Cheech Marin, Daniel Stern, Paul Rodriguez, Jan-Michael Vincent, Kamala Lopez, Tony Plana, Lupe Ontiveros, Alma Martinez, Neith Hunter, Tito Larriva, Eddie Barth, Larry Blackmon, Terrence Evans; Live Action Comedy; Live Action
In 1987, "Dirty Dancing" was released by Vestron Pictures; Emile Ardolino (director); Eleanor Bergstein (screenplay); Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach, Cynthia Rhodes, Jack Weston, Miranda Garrison, Kelly Bishop, Jane Brucker, Lonny Price, Max Cantor, Charles "Honi" Coles, Neal Jones, 'Cousin Brucie' Morrow, Wayne Knight, Paula Trueman, Garry Goodrow, Emile Ardolino; Romance, Drama, Dance; Live Action
In 1987, "The Garbage Pail Kids Movie" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Topps; Rod Amateau (director/screenplay); Melinda Palmer (screenplay); Anthony Newley, Mackenzie Astin, Katie Barberi, Jim Cummings, Phil Fondacaro, Debbie Lee Carrington, Ron McLachlan, J.P. Amateau, Marjory Graue, Kevin Thompson, Robert Bell, Chloe Amateau, Larry Green, Arturo Gil, Sue Rossitto, Teri Benaron; Comedy; Live Action
In 1982, “Emotions In Motion” by Billy Squier peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Hot Fun In The Summertime” by Dayton peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Seasons Of The Heart” by John Denver peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Take It Away” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Wasted On The Way” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Out Of Work” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)” by Jerry Reed peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Vacation” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Out Of Work” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Give Me More Time” by Nicole peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Hurry Home” by Wavelength peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Strange Little Girl” by The Stranglers peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Summertime” by Fun Boy Three peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “The River” by King Trigger peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Two Hearts Together” by Orange Juice peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “You've Got Another Thing Coming” by Judas Priest peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Arthur Daley ('E's Alright)” by The Firm (U.K.) peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “The Clapping Song / Blame” by The Belle Stars peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Going To A Go Go (Live) / Beast of Burden” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Goody Two Shoes / Red Scab” by Adam Ant peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Jokers and Queens / The Best of Me” by Jon English and Marcia Hines peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Love So Sweet / I've Got News for You” by Renée Geyer peaked at number 87 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Love's Been a Little Bit Hard on Me / Ever True” by Juice Newton peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Paperlate / You Might Recall” by Genesis peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Radio / (If You) Can't Stand Up” by The Members peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Talking to a Stranger” by Hunters and Collectors peaked at number 59 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Wasted On The Way / Delta” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 96 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Without You / No Goodbyes” by Eurogliders peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Vacation / Beatnik Beach” by The Go-Go's peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1982, “A Little Peace (Ein Bisschen Frieden)” by Nicole peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Eye In The Sky” by The Alan Parsons Project peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “I'll Find My Way Home” by Jon and Vangelis peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Take It Away” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Inside Out” by Odyssey peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Real Men” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Still In The Game” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “The Only Way Out” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, ✪✪ “Chalk Dust (The Umpire Strikes Back)” by The Brat peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Going To A Go Go (Live)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Maschine brennt” by Falco peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1982, “Heat Of The Moment” by Asia peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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