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In 1981, Rusty the Bailiff swears the participants in, while cheesy crime music plays and a typewriter sound effect emphasizes their names, as Judge Wapner takes to the bench and the airwaves with “The Peopleʹs Court.”
In 1981, The Jerry Lewis 16th Muscular Dystrophy Association Labor Day Telethon raised $31,498,772.
In 1982, On One Life to Live: rodeo queen Delila arrived in Llanview and went straight for the money by pairing up with Asa. Later, she and Bo fought their feelings until they learned they were not cousins; they were later wed.
In 1984, American Express Company issued the first of its Platinum charge cards this day. Customers paid $250 a year and were able to charge $10,000 — or more. Donʹt leave home without it…
In 1984, Blue Thunder, the ABC series based on the 1983 hit movie, crashes tonight after a seven-month flight. In the cast: star James Farentino, footballers Dick Butkus and Bubba Smith, and a much smaller rising star, Dana Carvey.
In 1984, Janet Jackson announced that she had married James DeBarge. They had eloped the previous month, but by the spring of 1985 the marriage was over, and Janet was back at home with her family.
In 1984, Kristina Wagner (then Kristina Malandro) made her first appearance as Felicia Cummings on General Hospital. Her character's name wasn't revealed in this episode but she immediately displayed chemistry with co-star Jack Wagner, who played Frisco Jones. Frisco & Felicia would go on to become one of the most memorable pairings in daytime history.
In 1984, “The Warning” album by Queensryche was released
In 1985, ABC turns Star Wars into not one, but two, cartoons: “Ewoks” and “Droids” (adventures of R2D2 and C3PO). No Han Solo, Luke, Leia, or Darth Vader, just the elements the made the films such a success.
In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “Phylicia Ayers-Allen and Bill Cosby of Cosby Show”. Other Articles: Dustin Hoffman, Brandon Tartikoff
In 1985, R.C., “Dancing In The Street” by David Bowie and Mick Jagger peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Life In One Day” by Howard Jones peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Love And Pride” by King peaked at #55 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Saint Elmoʹs Fire (Man In Motion)” by John Parr peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Smokin' In The Boys Room” by Motley Crue peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Small Wonder” began airing in syndication
In 1985, “T.J. Hooker”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on ABC, moved to CBS.
In 1985, “The 13 Ghosts of Scooby-Doo” began airing on ABC
In 1985, “The Biskitts”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on CBS.
In 1985, “The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Hour”, TV Cartoon Show, last aired on CBS; Bugs moved to ABC this day with the premiere of “The Bugs Bunny/Looney Tunes Comedy Hour”.
In 1985, “Whatʹs Happening Now!!” began airing in syndication
In 1985, For the first time in the rock era, the top three spots in Billboardʹs Hot 100, are all occupied by songs from motion pictures. The top three songs for the week of September 7, 1985 are: John Parrʹs “Saint Elmoʹs Fire (Man in Motion),” from the film “Saint Elmoʹs Fire”; Huey Lewis and the Newsʹ “The Power of Love,” from the film “Back to the Future”; Tina Turnerʹs “We Donʹt Need Another Hero (Thunderdome),” from the film “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.”
In 1986, Michael Nesmith joined the other three Monkees on-stage for the first time since the group disbanded during their reunion tour, in Los Angeles, California.
In 1986, “Silver Spoons”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC, syndicated 1986-87.
In 1986, “WWF Wrestling Challenge” began airing in syndication
In 1987, The Jerry Lewis 22nd Muscular Dystrophy Association Labor Day Telethon raised $39,021,723.
In 1987, “Win Lose Or Draw”, TV Game Show; debut on NBC, syndicated 1987-90.
In 1987, The syndicated TV talk show “Geraldo,” hosted by Geraldo Rivera, began an 11-season run.
In 1988, On Santa Barbara, Mason Capwell (Lane Davies) remembered who he was, and reunited with Julia Wainwright (Nancy Lee Grahn).
In 1988, Vice President George Bush startled an American Legion audience in Louisville, Kentucky, by referring to September seventh as “Pearl Harbor Day,” which is actually December seventh. (Realizing his mistake, Bush said, “Did I say September seventh? Sorry about that.”)
In 1989, “The Equalizer”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on CBS. The ratings didnʹt equalize the competition.
In 1984, "The Brother from Another Planet" was released by Cinecom Pictures; John Sayles (director/screenplay); Joe Morton, Sidney "Piankhy" Sheriff Jr., Rosanna Carter, Ray Ramirez, Yves Rene, Peter Richardson, Ginny Yang, Daryl Edwards, Steve James, Leonard Jackson, Carolyn Aaron, Bill Cobbs, Maggie Renzi, Olga Merediz, Tom Wright, Minnie Gentry, Ren Woods, Fisher Stevens, Dee Dee Bridgewater, David Strathairn, John Sayles, Ishmael Houston-Jones, Bert Simms; Science fiction; Live Action
In 1985, “First Night” by Survivor peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Life In One Day” by Howard Jones peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Looking Over My Shoulder” by 'Til Tuesday peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Love and Pride” by King peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Rebels” by Tom Petty peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Spanish Eddie” by Laura Branigan peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)” by John Parr peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, ✪✪ “Smokin' In The Boys Room” by Mötley Crüe peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Kayleigh” by Marillion peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Life In One Day” by Howard Jones peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Mystery Lady” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “No Lookin' Back” by Michael McDonald peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)” by Freddie Jackson peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “City Rhythm” by Shakatak peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Close To Perfection” by Miquel Brown peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Dancing In The Street” by Mick Jagger and David Bowie peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Dancing On The Jagged Edge” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Don't Mess With Doctor Dream” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Heaven Knows” by Jaki Graham peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I Can Dream About You” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I'm So Angry” by Mr. Angry peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Suffer The Children” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, ✪✪ “Tarzan Boy” by Baltimora peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Do You Want Crying?” by Katrina and The Waves peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Life In A Northern Town” by The Dream Academy peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “People Get Ready” by Jeff Beck and Rod Stewart peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Still Waiting” by Uncanny X-Men peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Lady Don't Mind” by Talking Heads peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You're Only Human (Second Wind)” by Billy Joel peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, ✪✪ “Like A Surgeon” by "Weird Al" Yankovic peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Live It Up” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Buona sera - Oh Marie” by André Hazes peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Excitable” by Amazulu peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Haus der drei Sonnen” by Nena peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “He's The 1 (I Love)” by The Star Sisters (Stars On 45) peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Jij kunt niet altijd 16 zijn” by De Havenzangers peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Money's Too Tight (To Mention)” by Simply Red peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Out In The Fields” by Gary Moore and Phil Lynott peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “What's Your Name?” by Zinno peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Geh no net furt” by Sigi Maron peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I wär am liabsten mit dir ganz alloa” by Nicki peaked at number 29 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Theme From 'Rocky' (Gonna Fly Now)” by Round One peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Paradise mi amor” by Lune de Miel peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sur des musiques noires” by Thierry Pastor peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Tombé pour la France” by Étienne Daho peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Talk To Me” by People peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Into The Groove” by Madonna peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Johnny Come Home” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, ✪✪ “My Toot Toot” by Denise LaSalle peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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