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The 80's Datebook for October 27

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In 1980, Blockbusters (TV Game Show) first went on the air on NBC.

In 1980, The 1980-81 TV season finally got off the ground due to a delay caused by the four-month Hollywood actors strike.

In 1980, The first total Internet crash took place in its earliest days when the U.S. defence departmentʹs prototype Internet — ARPANET — caught a virus.

In 1980, “Gambit (1980 version)” began airing on NBC

In 1981, “Best Of Blondie” album by Blondie was released

In 1982, IBM ROM is capable of EGA graphics.

In 1982, On General Hospital, Robert Scorpio (Tristan Rogers) and Luke Spencer (Anthony Geary) searched for Holly (Emma Samms) in Canada.

In 1982, Willie Nelson was at #1 on the US Country charts with Always On My Mind. The album was the Billboard #1 country album of the year for 1982, peaking at the top of the charts for a total of 22 weeks, as well as spending 99 weeks on the chart.

In 1983, Paul McCartneyʹs “Pipes of Peace” album was released.

In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “Brooke Shields”. Other Articles: Good Sex! Jan-Michael Vincent.

In 1984, R.C., “A Girl In Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)” by Romeo Void peaked at #35 on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Iʹm So Excited” (new version) by Pointer Sisters peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “On The Dark Side” by John Cafferty and The Beaver Brown Band reentered the chart and peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Rod Stewart peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1984, R.C., “Swept Away” by Diana Ross peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, Kassie DePaiva (then Wesley) made her daytime debut as Chelsea Reardon on Guiding Light.

In 1986, U.S. Congress established the Great Basin National Park in Nevada, the 49th national park in the country. It officially opened in August 1987.

In 1987, “Ray Bradbury Theater” TV show debut on USA.

In 1988, Carmen Duncan made her first appearance on Another World as Iris Wheeler. The character of Iris, played by Beverlee McKinsey, was moved from Another World to spin-off series Texas in August 1980, and then written off that show in November 1981.

In 1988, On the Season 10 premiere of Knots Landing, Bobby and Betsy Ewing found their mother, Valene (Joan Van Ark), unconscious after Jill Bennett forced her to overdose on pills.

In 1988, “ET” released to home video (14 million presold). Now you can see the best of Mary Hart, John Tesh, and the…oops, sorry, itʹs “ET” the movie about the space alien.

In 1988, “Paradise”, TV Western Drama, aka Guns of Paradise; debut on CBS.

In 1989, Jane Pauley announced that she was leaving NBCʹs Today Show. Her final date was December 29. Deborah Norville replaced her to many fans disapproval, and she too was replaced.

In 1989, On Guiding Light, Rusty Shayne (Terrell Anthony) shot Dr. Will Jeffries (Joseph Breen), who fell over the balcony and tried to take Mindy Lewis (Kimberly Simms) with him.

In 1989, “Steel Wheels” album by The Rolling Stones was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1989, "The Bear" was released by TriStar Pictures; Jean-Jacques Annaud (director); Gerard Brach (screenplay); Tchéky Karyo, Jack Wallace, Andre Lacombe, Bart the Bear; Adventure, Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Immediate Family" was released by Columbia Pictures; Jonathan Kaplan (director); Barbara Benedek (screenplay); Glenn Close, James Woods, Mary Stuart Masterson, Kevin Dillon, Linda Darlow, Harrison Mohr, Mimi Kennedy, Charles Levin, Jessica James, Ken Lerner, Jane Greer; Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Dad" was released by Universal Pictures / Amblin Entertainment; Gary David Goldberg (director/screenplay); Jack Lemmon, Ted Danson, Ethan Hawke, Olympia Dukakis, Kathy Baker, Kevin Spacey, Zakes Mokae, J. T. Walsh, Chris Lemmon, Sprague Grayden, Justin Peterson, Gina Raymond; Drama; Live Action

In 1989, "Shocker" was released by Universal Pictures / Carolco Pictures; Wes Craven (director/screenplay); Michael Murphy, Peter Berg, Mitch Pileggi, Camille Cooper, Sam Scarber, Richard Brooks, Vincent Guastaferro, Ted Raimi, Heather Langenkamp, Dr. Timothy Leary, Kane Roberts, Wes Craven, Jessica Craven, Jonathan Craven, John Tesh, Eugene Chadbourne, Michael Matthews; Horror, Comedy; Live Action

In 1989, "Worth Winning" was released by 20th Century Fox; Will Mackenzie (director); Josann McGibbon, Sara Parriott (screenplay); Mark Harmon, Madeleine Stowe, Lesley Ann Warren, Maria Holvöe, Mark Blum, Andrea Martin, Tony Longo, Alan Blumenfeld, Brad Hall, Jon Korkes, Arthur Malet, Joan Severance, David Brenner, Devin Ratray; Romantic comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “A Girl In Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)” by Romeo Void peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Bouncin' Off The Wall” by Matthew Wilder peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Can't Let Go” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I'm So Excited” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Love Kills” by Freddie Mercury peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “On The Dark Side” by John Cafferty And The Beaver Brown Band peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Shangri-La” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Strung Out” by Steve Perry peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Swept Away” by Diana Ross peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Allnighter” by Glenn Frey peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Blue Jean” by David Bowie peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Sexual Outlaw” by Rough Trade peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Shine Shine” by Barry Gibb peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Some Guys Have All The Luck” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Torture” by The Jacksons peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “All Cried Out” by Alison Moyet peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Boys In The Street” by Eddy Grant peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Can The Rhythm” by Girl Talk peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Don't Stop” by Jeffrey Osborne peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Here She Comes” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Highly Strung” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I'm So Beautiful” by Divine peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “In The Name Of Love” by Ralph McDonald With Bill Withers peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “International” by Brass Construction peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Lean Period” by Orange Juice peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Missing You” by John Waite peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Modern Girl” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “No More Lonely Nights” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Off And On Love” by Champaign peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “On The Wings Of A Nightingale” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Out Of Touch” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Glamorous Life” by Sheila E. peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Second Time” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “The Thorn EP” by Siouxsie And The Banshees peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Together In Electric Dreams” by Phil Oakey And Giorgio Moroder peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Walk Away” by Sisters Of Mercy peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Who Wears These Shoes?” by Elton John peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Agadoo” by Black Lace peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪ “You Think You're A Man” by Divine peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Drive” by The Cars peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Legs” by ZZ Top peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Lights Out” by Peter Wolf peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Rock Me Tonite” by Billy Squier peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Torture” by The Jacksons peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪ “Tour de France” by Kraftwerk peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Blue Jean” by David Bowie peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Flesh For Fantasy” by Billy Idol peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I'll Fly For You” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Playa Blanca” by Audrey Landers peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, ✪ “The Chicken In Black” by Johnny Cash peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, ✪ “Woodpeckers From Space” by Video Kids peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Donker om je heen” by André Hazes peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Left In The Dark” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Purple Rain” by Prince And The Revolution peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Tinseltown In The Rain” by The Blue Nile peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “The War Song” by Culture Club peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1984, “What's Love Got To Do With It” by Tina Turner peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “People From Ibiza” by Sandy Marton peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1984, “Blue Jean” by David Bowie peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “I Just Called To Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1984, “Why?” by Bronski Beat peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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