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In 1980, “ELOʹs Greatest Hits” album by Electric Light Orchestra was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1981, “Mork and Mindyʹs Baby” When the irrepressible alien (Robin Williams) married his human ally (Pam Dawber) on “Mork And Mindy” and started a family, Mom was a little put out. Their “baby,” after all, hatched from an egg and looked like an old man (in fact, it was Williamsʹ comic idol, Jonathan Winters). But Mindy hung in there: “Iʹm sure with enough time, Iʹll grow to love every hair on his chest.”
In 1982, Marvin Gayeʹs “Sexual Healing” enters the black singles chart at #25. Within the month it rockets to the number one spot on the chart and will win a Grammy as Best R&B Male Vocal Performance of the Year.
In 1983, On the cover of TV Guide: “Larry Hagman and Joan Collins”. Other Articles: Steven Kampmann, Edge of Night
In 1983, R.C., “Big Log” by Robert Plant peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.
In 1983, R.C., “Sitting At The Wheel” by Moody Blues peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, Astronomers in Pasadena, California, displayed the first photographic evidence of another solar system 293-trillion miles from Earth.
In 1984, LP release: “Valotte” by Julian Lennon.
In 1984, “He Thinks Heʹs Ray Stevens” album by Ray Stevens was released
In 1985, Shuttle Columbia carries Spacelab into orbit.
In 1985, “Moonlighting” Hosted by Orson Welles, who died just five days before it aired, this stylized, mostly black-and-white episode of “Moonlighting” blended the seriesʹ trademark banter and sexual tension with an unusual homage to film noir. In “The Dream Sequence Always Rings Twice,” a visit to a once-hot nightspot prompts Maddie and David to dream their own versions of an old, unsolved murder. In Maddieʹs mind, her songbird character falls for Davidʹs horn-blowing charmer, who schemes to kill her husband; his version paints him as the innocent, framed by a conniving woman. In both dreams they make love, something that would remain merely fantasy for the characters for another two years.
In 1986, “Slippery When Wet” album by Bon Jovi was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1987, “Surfing With The Alien” album by Joe Satriani was released
In 1988, Debbie Gibson sings the National Anthem at the Dodgers-Aʹs World Series Game, then watches another Gibson (Kirk) win the game with a home run.
In 1988, Johnny Carson tells his Tonight Show audience “Dan Quayle was asked the other day if he supports sending military aid to the Straits of Hormuz. 'Well, itʹs all right to send it to the straights,' Quayle replied, 'but the gays are on their own.'”
In 1988, On the cover of TV Guide: “Kevin Costner and Susan Sarandon of Bull Durham” (THIS IS A TV COVER?!?). Other Articles: Michael Caine, Glitz.
In 1988, R.C., “Forever Young” by Rod Stewart peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Red Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, R.C., “Way Out” by J.J. Fad peaked at #61 on the pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Beany And Cecil Show”, TV Cartoon Show, last aired on ABC due to creative differences between the creators and the network.
In 1989, The Los Angeles Kingsʹ Wayne Gretzky, playing against his former team, the Edmonton Oilers, in the Canadian city, broke Gordie Howeʹs all-time NHL scoring record with a late-game goal that raised his career regular season points total to 1,851, including 1,669 when he was with the Oilers. Gretzky retired a decade later with 2,857 regular-season points, one of his many NHL records.
In 1989, “An Eight Is Enough Wedding” aired on NBC. The clan reunited for the second and last time (see October 18, 1987 for their first reunion) for Davidʹs second marriage on NBC. Sandy Faison played Abby. Story: When one of the clan announces plans to remarry, there are mixed emotions among some family members who have trouble accepting the new in-law. Also see the award winning eightisenough.com
In 1981, "The Evil Dead" was released by New Line Cinema / Renaissance Pictures; Sam Raimi (director/screenplay); Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker, Theresa Tilly, Sam Raimi, Robert Tapert, Bob Dorian; Horror; Live Action
In 1982, "Love Child" was released by Warner Bros. / The Ladd Company; Larry Peerce (director); Paul Maslansky (screenplay); Amy Madigan, Beau Bridges, Mackenzie Phillips, Albert Salmi, Joanna Merlin, Margaret Whitton; Biography; Live Action
In 1988, “Don't Be Cruel” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Don't Girls Get Lonely” by Glenn Shorrock peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Forever Young” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heart Don't Fail Me Now” by Holly Knight peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Live It Up” by Gardner Cole peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Reason To Try” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sitting At The Wheel” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Monkey Time” by The Tubes peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “True Love” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Way Out” by J.J. Fad peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, ⏺ “Red, Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I Hate Myself For Loving You” by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “King Of Pain” by The Police peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Promises, Promises” by Naked Eyes peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sitting At The Wheel” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Unconditional Love” by Donna Summer featuring Musical Youth peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “What Am I Gonna Do (I'm So In Love With You)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪✪ “Don't Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Dream On” by Blvd peaked at number 31 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Fight (Now Matter How Long)” by The Bunburys peaked at number 79 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Round and Round” by Frozen Ghost peaked at number 19 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Staying Together” by Debbie Gibson peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “True Love” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Your Love Just Came Too Late” by Eria Fachin peaked at number 86 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪✪ “Don't Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1983, “68 Guns” by The Alarm peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “A Time Like This” by Haywoode peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” by O'Chi Brown peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Age Of Reason” by John Farnham peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Autodrive” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Bitter Heart” by Seona Dancing peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Blue Monday” by New Order peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Can't Stop Running....” by Space Monkey peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Charlotte Anne” by Julian Cope peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Dear Prudence” by Siouxsie and The Banshees peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Deep and Wide and Tall” by Aztec Camera peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Everything Good Is Bad” by Westworld peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Get Real” by Paul Rutherford peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Get Some Therapy” by Steve Wright peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Want You” by Gary Low peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “In Your Eyes” by George Benson peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love, Truth and Honesty” by Bananarama peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Me Or You” by Killing Joke peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Mr. Lee” by Diana Ross peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Night Of The Living Baseheads” by Public Enemy peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Nightline” by Randy Crawford peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Nothing But Flowers” by Talking Heads peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “O-O-O” by Adrenalin M.O.D. peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “One Moment In Time” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Please Help The Cause Against Loneliness” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Rebels” by Jamie Principle peaked at number 100 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “She Wants To Dance With Me” by Rick Astley peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Shine On Me” by One Way peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sitting At The Wheel” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Staying Together” by Debbie Gibson peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Teddy Bear” by Booker Newberry III peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1983, “They Don't Know” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “True Love” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1988, “I'm Sorry” by Hothouse Flowers peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Lined Up” by Shriekback peaked at number 42 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Love Changes (Everything)” by Climie Fisher peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” by Air Supply peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Super Fly Guy” by S'Express peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “The Australia's Cup” by Allan Caswell peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “We're Coming To Get You” by Glenn Shorrock peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1988, ✪✪ “Gary In The Tardis” by Gary Glitter and The Timelords peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Big Log” by Robert Plant peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Desire” by U2 peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark” by The Robert Cray Band peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Don't Be Cruel” by Cheap Trick peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Don't Talk To Me About Love” by Altered Images peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Forever Young” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Can Hear Your Heartbeat” by Chris Rea peaked at number 46 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I.O.U.” by Freeez peaked at number 4 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Judas Sheep” by Hunters and Collectors peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Never Tear Us Apart” by INXS peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Super Fly Guy” by S'Express peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Age Of Reason” by John Farnham peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Around and Around” by Frizzle Sizzle peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Big Log” by Robert Plant peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Burn It Up (Mr. D.J.)” by Risqué peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Cause You're Not Here” by René Shuman peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Club Tropicana” by Wham! peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Desiree” by Ben Cramer peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Heaven In My Hands” by Level 42 peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I Can Hear Your Heartbeat” by Chris Rea peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Kom weer terug bij mij” by Mieke peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Le légionnaire” by BZN peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Modern Love” by David Bowie peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Nuit de folie” by Début de Soirée peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Ol' Rag Blues” by Status Quo peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Raw” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Rockit” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, “What Am I Gonna Do (I'm So In Love With You)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1983, ⏺ “Red, Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Bad Medicine” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Desire” by U2 peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Hand In Hand” by Koreana peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I'm So Excited” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1983, “I.Q.” by Magnus Uggla peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Stop!” by Sam Brown peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “You Came” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Galbi” by Ofra Haza peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Girl You Know It's True” by Milli Vanilli peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Stop Your Fussin'” by Toni Childs peaked at number 30 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Sunshine Reggae” by Laid Back peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Talkin' Bout A Revolution” by Tracy Chapman peaked at number 29 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Best Of Joint Mix” by Tolga "Flim Flam" Balkan peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Loco-Motion” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “The Only Way Is Up” by Yazz and The Plastic Population peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “You Came” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Les uns contre les autres” by Maurane peaked at number 43 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Partir quand même” by Françoise Hardy peaked at number 33 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Perfect” by Fairground Attraction peaked at number 50 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Puerto Rico” by Vaya con Dios peaked at number 46 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Theme From 'S'Express'” by S'Express peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Comment ça va” by Kikki Danielsson peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Domino Dancing” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Tonight, I Celebrate My Love” by Peabo Bryson and Roberta Flack peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, “Vamos a la playa” by Righeira peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, ⏺ “Red, Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1983, “All Time High” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Macho Macho” by Rainhard Fendrich peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “One Good Reason” by The Foolhouse peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Queen Of Fire” by Irrwisch peaked at number 26 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Stop!” by Sam Brown peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1988, “Touchy!” by a-ha peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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