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In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Barney Miller”. Other Articles: Stan Freberg, Bob Hope
In 1980, R.C., “Heʹs So Shy” by Pointer Sisters peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Midnight Rocks” by Al Stewart peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Real Love” by Doobie Brothers peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, Stan Freberg was featured in TV Guide
In 1980, The Pope says divorced Catholics who remarry can only receive communion if they abstain from sex.
In 1981, “Todayʹs F.B.I.” began airing on ABC
In 1982, After taking a few years off from the series grind, Bob Newhart returned to the top of the TV sitcom heap with“ Newhart” (CBS). Here he was a Vermont inn owner married to Mary Frann — or was he?
In 1983, “Bay City Blues” began airing on NBC
In 1986, R.C., “Good Music” by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts peaked at #83 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel peaked at #26 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Buckner Muffs the Ball.” The Curse of the Bambino was finally about to be put to rest. The Boston Red Sox had not won a World Series to date since 1917, a losing streak superstitious fans attribute to the teamʹs trading of Babe Ruth to the Yankees. But at long last the Bo Sox had one in the bag. The Red Sox needed only one out to win the Series against the Mets, and Mookie Wilson had just tapped a weak grounder to Bostonʹs first baseman Bill Buckner. Incredibly, the ball rolled right between Bucknerʹs legs. The Mets went on to win that game and then the Series. Curses! Foiled again. Also: Michael Sergio interrupted the game when he entered Shea Stadium…by parachute.
In 1986, “Saturday Night Live” was taped for later broadcast two weeks from today due to the World Series overrun earlier as the game ended just past 1AM EDT the following day on NBC. The show went on taping at about 1:40 and ending about 2:10AM! Thatʹs what Dennis Miller called pacing! Actually, Daylight Saving Time ended during the taping and Standard Time resumed at 1AM EST (was 2AM EDT but the clock was set back one hour that minute). It was the first time in SNL history that a live show did not air that same night.
In 1987, “California Raisins” album by California Raisins was released
In 1988, ABC News reports on potbellied pygmy porkersʹ popularity as pets.
In 1988, Late-night radio gets a TV poster boy as NBC gives an hour slot to the TV Drama “Midnight Caller.” Gary Cole stars as a problem-solving, crime-investigating former cop who becomes a hit as a host.
In 1988, “Traveling Wilburys” album by Traveling Wilburys was released
In 1985, "Krush Groove" was released by Warner Bros.; Michael Schultz (director); Ralph Farquhar (screenplay); Blair Underwood, Sheila E., Run-DMC, Jam Master Jay, The Fat Boys, Kurtis Blow, New Edition, Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Russell Simmons, Richard Gant, LisaGay Hamilton, Rick Rubin, Nayobe, Vicky Ruane, Dr. Jeckyll & Mr. Hyde, Brian "B-Fine" George, Paul Anthony George, Chris Rock, Kara Vallow, Coati Mundi, Donnie Simpson; Musical, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1988, "David" was released by ABC / Donald March Productions / ITC Entertainment; John Erman (director); Stephanie Liss (screenplay); Bernadette Peters, John Glover, Dan Lauria, Matthew Lawrence, George Grizzard, Christopher Allport, Georgann Johnson, Jordan Charney, Frederick Combs, Barbara Tarbuck, Dave Dave, Nicholas Mele, Cheryl Anderson, Alexandra Borrie, Frederick Combs, Jack Rader, Lisa Blake Richards, Caryn Ward, Barbara Sammeth, Billy O'Sullivan; Drama; Live Action
In 1986, “California Dreamin'” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Everytime You Cry” by The Outfield peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Good Music” by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “He's So Shy” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Love Women” by Jim Hurt peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Live Every Minute” by Ali Thomson peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Look What You've Done To Me” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Is The Hero” by Billy Squier peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Midnight Rain” by Poco peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Midnight Rocks” by Al Stewart peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Real Love” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Who Says” by Device peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Woman In Love” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, ⏺ “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie peaked at number 101 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “A Matter Of Trust” by Billy Joel peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “All Over The World” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Another One Bites The Dust” by Queen peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Ask Me Why” by Billy Joel peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Go It Slow” by Baron Longfellow peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jody” by Jermaine Stewart peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Knee Deep In Love” by Klaatu peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Late In The Evening” by Paul Simon peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lookin' For Love” by Johnny Lee peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Guy / My Girl” by Johnny Bristol With Amii Stewart peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Take Your Time (Do It Right) (Part 1)” by The S.O.S. Band peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Walk This Way” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Who'll Be The Fool Tonight” by Larsen-Feiten Band peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You're The Only Woman (You and I)” by Ambrosia peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “All The Love In The World” by The Outfield peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Always There” by Marti Webb and The Simon May Orchestra peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Bittersweet” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Say I Told You So” by The Tourists peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Think About It” by One Way peaked at number 97 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Feels Like The First Time” by Sinitta peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Goodbye Civilian” by Skids peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gotta Pull Myself Together” by The Nolans peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Here To Stay” by Sister Sledge peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Need Your Lovin'” by Teena Marie peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “In My Street” by The Chords peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “In The Heat Of A Passionate Moment” by Princess peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “In The Shape Of A Heart” by Jackson Browne peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “King Of Rock” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Let Me Talk” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “London Town” by Light Of The World peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love X Love” by George Benson peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love's Easy Tears” by Cocteau Twins peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Ruby Red” by Marc Almond peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Slade Live At Reading” by Slade peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stay With Me” by The Mission peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Straight To The Heart” by The Real Thing peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Talk To Me” by Chico DeBarge peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Wanderer” by Donna Summer peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Wizzard” by Paul Hardcastle peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Towers Of London” by XTC peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Whole New World” by It Bites peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Whose Problem?” by The Motels peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Woman In Love” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “World Shut Your Mouth” by Julian Cope peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You're Everything To Me” by Boris Gardiner peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, ⏺🤣 “The Breaks (Part 1)” by Kurtis Blow peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “Girls Ain't Nothin' But Trouble” by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Clancy Of The Overflow / Solar” by Wallis and Matilda peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime / Dirty Postcards” by The Korgis peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Give Me The Night / Dinorah, Dinorah” by George Benson peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Human” by The Human League peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Die: You Die / Sleep By Windows” by Gary Numan peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Late In The Evening / How The Heart Approaches What It Yearns” by Paul Simon peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Life At The Outpost / Midnight Companion” by Skatt Brothers peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Press” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Real Love / Thank You Love” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 53 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Singing In The 80's / Nautilus” by The Monitors peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stuck With You” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The D.C. Hits E.P. (EP)” by Daddy Cool peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Winner Takes It All / Elaine” by ABBA peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “All Out Of Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Can't Help Myself” by Flowers peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Higher Love” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Someone Is Looking For Someone Like You” by Eddie Low peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Wanderer” by Donna Summer peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Come A Little Bit Closer” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “De kanarie van Arie” by De Germa's peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Leave Me This Way” by The Communards With Sarah Jane Morris peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Stand So Close To Me” by The Police peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Give Me The Night” by George Benson peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Gravity” by James Brown peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Mijn dorpje Elst bij Nijmegen” by Vader Abraham peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Panic” by The Smiths peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Ver in den vreemde” by The Sunstreams peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She Done Me In” by Bill Lovelady peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Åsa Bodén” by Byfånarna peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Toi mon toit” by Elli Medeiros peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪✪ “Holiday Rap” by MC Miker G and Deejay Sven peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hold On Tight” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Wanna Wake Up With You” by Boris Gardiner peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Point Of No Return” by Nu Shooz peaked at number 23 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Some Hearts Are Diamonds” by Chris Norman peaked at number 12 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What's The Colour Of Money?” by Hollywood Beyond peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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