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In 1981, Barbara Mandrell becomes the first act to win consecutive Entertainer of the Year awards from the Country Music Association during its 15th annual show at Nashvilleʹs Grand Ole Opry House. Mandrell, who co-hosts with Mac Davis, also wins Female Vocalist of the Year
In 1981, David Canary debuted as "Edward Black" (later revealed to be Steve Frame) in Another World.
In 1981, Elizabeth Taylor taped her first scenes at General Hospital which aired in November.
In 1981, James Reynolds taped his first Days of our Lives episode, which aired on October 29.
In 1981, The CBS Cable cultural service is launched. Promising a vast array of highbrow programming including dramas, concerts and nights at the opera, half produced by CBS. Transmitting from the Westar satellite, instead of Satcom I or III means most cable companies will need to install a second satellite dish just to pick up CBS Cable. The channel only reaches an audience of five million, which is considerably lower than advertisers had been promised. The plug is pulled on CBS Cable December 17, 1982, just a few weeks after new CBS president Thomas Wyman takes office.
In 1981, “Sheena Easton” album by Sheena Easton was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1982, The Clash open for the Who at Shea Stadium for the first of two New York City shows on what the Who call their “Farewell Tour.”
In 1984, On Another World, just as Donna Love (Anna Stuart) confronted "Cecile" (Julie Osburn, who played Kathleen dressed as Cecile), someone shot "Cecile" in the back. Note: The shooter turned out to be Ross, who wreaked havoc on a number of fronts in 1984. Kathleen was protected by a bulletproof vest.
In 1984, On One Life to Live, Tina returned to Llanview to find her real daddy (who turned out to be Victor)
In 1984, On Search for Tomorrow, Cagney McCleary (Matthew Ashford) protested his innocence after the police brought him to talk about the payroll robbery. Later, Cagney admitted signing a document that turned out to be rental agreement for the van used in the robbery.
In 1985, B-52's drummer Ricky Wilson dies of AIDS at age 32.
In 1985, R.C., “A Nite At The Apollo Live! The Way You Do The Things You Do/My Girl” by Daryl Hall and John Oates with David Ruffin and Eddie Kendrick peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “All Fall Down” by Five Star peaked at #65 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Born in East L.A.” by Cheech and Chong peaked at #48 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Communication” by Power Station peaked at #34 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Dancing In The Street” by Mick Jagger and David Bowie peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Lonely Olʹ Night” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Oh Shelia” by Ready For The World peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “Weird Science” by Oingo Boingo peaked at #45 on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “You Wear It Well” by El DeBarge with DeBarge peaked at #46 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, The Clash was the opening act for The Who at New Yorkʹs Shea Stadium on The Whoʹs first farewell tour.
In 1987, George Harrison releases “Got My Mind Set On You”.
In 1988, Opry Comedian Rod Brasfield was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame
In 1989, Dallas running back Herschel Walker is traded from Cowboys to Minnesota Vikings for five players and six future draft picks including future stars Emmitt Smith, Russell Maryland, Kevin Smith and Darren Woodson.
In 1984, "Garbo Talks" was released by MGM/UA; Sidney Lumet (director); Larry Grusin (screenplay); Anne Bancroft, Ron Silver, Carrie Fisher, Catherine Hicks, Steven Hill, Howard Da Silva, Dorothy Loudon, Harvey Fierstein, Hermione Gingold, Alice Spivak, Mary McDonnell, Adolph Green, Andrzej Bartkowiak, Cy Coleman, Betty Comden, Greta Garbo, George Plimpton; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1984, "Songwriter" was released by Tri-Star Pictures; Alan Rudolph (director); Bud Shrake (screenplay); Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Lesley Ann Warren, Rip Torn, Melinda Dillon, Mickey Raphael; Satire, Comedy; Live Action
In 1989, "Puppet Master" was released by Paramount Home Video / Full Moon Pictures; David Schmoeller (director/screenplay); Charles Band, Kenneth J. Hall (screenplay); Paul Le Mat, Jimmie F. Skaggs, William Hickey, Irene Miracle, Mews Small, Barbara Crampton, Robin Frates, Matt Roe, Kathryn O'Reilly, David Boyd, Peter Frankland, Andrew Kimbrough; Horror; Live Action
In 1985, ✪ “Weird Science” by Oingo Boingo peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “All Fall Down” by Five Star peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “All Of Me For All Of You” by 9.9 peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Communication” by The Power Station peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Dancing In The Street” by Mick Jagger And David Bowie peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Eaten Alive” by Diana Ross peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Four In The Morning (I Can't Take Any More)” by Night Ranger peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I'll Be There” by Kenny Loggins peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lonely Ol' Night” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Oh Sheila” by Ready For The World peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Way You Do The Things You Do/My Girl” by Hall And Oates With David Ruffin And Eddie Kendricks peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Tonight It's You” by Cheap Trick peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You Wear It Well” by El DeBarge With DeBarge peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You're In Love” by Ratt peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Boy In The Box” by Corey Hart peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Communication” by The Power Station peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Dress You Up” by Madonna peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sunset Grill” by Don Henley peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Take On Me” by a-ha peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)” by Eurythmics peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Bubbling” by Aswad peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Can't Stop The Street” by Chaka Khan peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Feel Emotion” by Twiggy peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Getting Closer” by Haywoode peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Heartbeat City” by The Cars peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Into The Groove (medley)” by Mirage Featuring Tracy Ackerman peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lean On Me (Ah-Li-Ayo)” by Red Box peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Love Take Over” by Five Star peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Rebel Yell” by Billy Idol peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Runing Free” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Boy With The Thorn In His Side” by The Smiths peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Heaven I Need” by The Three Degrees peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Power Of Love” by Jennifer Rush peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Two Rivers” by The Adventures peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Date With Destiny” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Summer Of '69” by Bryan Adams peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The City Of Soul” by Eurogliders peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Too Young For Promises” by Koo De Tah peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Husband House” by Sneaky Feelings peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Children” by Tack Daniel / NZ Yamaha Youth Jazz Orchestra peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “I Wonder If I Take You Home” by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam With Full Force peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Invincible (Billie Jean Theme)” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Let Me Be The One” by Five Star peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Part-Time Lover” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Say I'm Your Number One” by Princess peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Stand By Me” by Maurice White peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sunday Bloody Sunday” by U2 peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You're Only Human (Second Wind)” by Billy Joel peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Cheri, Cheri Lady” by Modern Talking peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Don Quichotte” by Magazine 60 peaked at number 25 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “On My Way In L.A.” by Phil Carmen peaked at number 23 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Samurai” by Cretu peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sommer” by Stefanie Werger peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lover Why” by Century peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Nous deux” by Jesse Garon peaked at number 46 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You Can Win If You Want” by Modern Talking peaked at number 8 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Into The Groove” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Captain Of Her Heart” by Double peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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