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The 80's Datebook for November 1

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In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, and John Anderson”. Other Articles: Tim Conway, Dallas, Connie Needham (“Eight is Enough”)

In 1980, R.C., “Jesse” by Carly Simon peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “More Bounce To The Ounce (part 1)” by Zapp peaked at #86 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, Waylon Jennings goes to number one in Billboard with “Theme From The Dukes Of Hazzard (Good Olʹ Boys).”

In 1980, “Scooby and Scrappy Doo”, TV Cartoon Show; aka “Scoobyʹs Laff-a-Lympics”, last aired on ABC.

In 1981, Tula appears on the cover of this monthʹs “Creative Photography” magazine to promote her role as a “Bond Girl.” The British tabloids soon reveal that the internationally famous beauty was once a man named Barry Cossey who had a sex change in 1974.

In 1981, “Code Red” began airing on ABC

In 1982, The Playboy Channel launches on cable. No rabbit ears necessary.

In 1983, “Best Of The Alan Parsons Project” album by Alan Parsons Project was released

In 1983, “Under A Blood Red Sky” album by U2 was released

In 1984, The first NBA game was played at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena — The Los Angeles Clippers, who moved from San Diego after the previous season ended, beat the New York Knicks, 107-105.

In 1985, Actor Phil Silvers died in Los Angeles. He was 73.

In 1985, Nostalgia Television is launched on cable.

In 1985, On General Hospital, Robin (Kimberly McCullough) overheard Robert (Tristan Rogers) and Anna (Finola Hughes) saying they were her mother and father.

In 1985, The Microsoft Corporation released Windows 1.01 (on five 360kb 5.25 inch floppy disks); it ran on MS-DOS v2.0 (called MS-DOS Executive in Windows) and 256kb RAM.

In 1985, “Riptide” album by Robert Palmer was released

In 1986, R.C., “Girl Canʹt Help It” by Journey peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Walk Like An Egyptian” by Bangles entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1987, Actor Jeff Goldblum and actress Gena Davis wed in Las Vegas. They since got divorced.

In 1988, Actors Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis were married. They have since divorced.

In 1988, Rupert Murdoch purchased “TV Guide” and other Triangle Publications magazines from Walter Annenberg for a reported $3 billion.

In 1988, “Dreaming #11” album by Joe Satriani was released

In 1988, “I Wanna Have Some Fun” album by Samantha Fox was released

In 1989, “The Nutt House”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.

In 1981, "Death of a Centerfold: The Dorothy Stratten Story" was released by NBC / Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution / Wilcox Productions / MGM Television; Gabrielle Beaumont (director); Donald E. Stewart (screenplay); Jamie Lee Curtis, Bruce Weitz, Robert Reed, Mitchell Ryan, Bibi Besch, Tracy Reed, Gloria Gifford, Hugh Gillin, Luca Bercovici, Kale Browne, Mark Withers, Robert Clotworthy; Biopic, Drama; Live Action

In 1985, "Death Wish 3" was released by Cannon Film Distributors; Michael Winner (director/screenplay); Menahem Golan, Yoram Globus (screenplay); Charles Bronson, Deborah Raffin, Ed Lauter, Martin Balsam, Gavan O'Herlihy, Alex Winter, Marina Sirtis, Ricco Ross, Barbie Wilde, Manning Redwood; Action, Thriller; Live Action

In 1985, "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge" was released by New Line Cinema / Heron Communications / Smart Egg Pictures; Jack Sholder (director); David Chaskin (screenplay); Robert Englund, Mark Patton, Kim Myers, Robert Rusler, Clu Gulager, Hope Lange, Christie Clark, Marshall Bell, Melinda O. Fee, Tom McFadden, Sydney Walsh, Lyman Ward, JoAnn Willette, Steve Eastin, Brian Wimmer, Kerry Remsen, Robert Shaye; Slasher; Live Action

In 1985, "To Live and Die in L.A." was released by MGM/UA Entertainment Co.; William Friedkin (director/screenplay); Gerald Petievich (screenplay); William Petersen, Willem Dafoe, John Pankow, Debra Feuer, John Turturro, Darlanne Fluegel, Dean Stockwell, Steve James, Robert Downey Sr., Michael Greene, Jack Hoar, Christopher Allport, Valentin de Vargas, Dwier Brown, Jane Leeves, Dar Robinson, Thomas F. Duffy, Gary Cole, Gerald Petievich, Michael Chong, Jacqueline Giroux; Neo-Noir, Action, Thriller; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, ✪ “Bomb Iran” by Vince Vance And The Valiants peaked at number 101 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Can't Wait Another Minute” by Five Star peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Could I Have This Dance” by Anne Murray peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Cry Like A Baby” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jesse” by Carly Simon peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Jody” by Jermaine Stewart peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let's Be Lovers Again” by Eddie Money peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Love X Love” by George Benson peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “More Bounce To The Ounce” by Zapp peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Sweet Love” by Anita Baker peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Girl Can't Help It” by Journey peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “This Love” by Bad Company peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Where Did Your Heart Go?” by Wham! peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Alana Loves Me” by Kim Mitchell peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Give Me The Night” by George Benson peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Hot Rod Hearts” by Robbie Dupree peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Am By Your Side” by Corey Hart peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “My Mistake” by The Kingbees peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “When I Think Of You” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Who's Gonna Love You Tonight” by David Foster peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, ✪ “Enola Gay” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪ “In The Army Now” by Status Quo peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “(They Long To Be) Close To You” by Gwen Guthrie peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “All Out Of Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Army Dreamers” by Kate Bush peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Desire” by Gene Loves Jezebel peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Discipline Of Love (Why Did You Do It)” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Get Me Wrong” by The Pretenders peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Look Now” by Planets peaked at number 66 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Eye Contact” by Linda Lusardi peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Give Give Give” by Disco Aid peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Goin' To The Bank” by The Commodores peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Can't Turn Around” by J.M. Silk peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “If You're Looking For A Way Out” by Odyssey peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Jumpin' Jack Flash” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “La-Di-Da” by Sad Café peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Will Conquer All” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Lovely One” by The Jacksons peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Loving Just For Fun” by Kelly Marie peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Midas Touch” by Midnight Star peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Midnight” by Magnum peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Musique Non Stop” by Kraftwerk peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “My Biggest Thrill” by Mighty Lemon Drops peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Never Too Late To Love You” by Kissing The Pink (K.T.P.) peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Operator” by Little Richard peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Party In Paris” by U.K. Subs peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Party Lights” by The Gap Band peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Passing Strangers” by Ultravox peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rock Hard” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Samba” by Georgie Fame peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Taking A Chance On You” by Dollar peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Best Thing For Me” by Audrey Hall peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Think For A Minute” by The Housemartins peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “To Have And To Hold” by Catherine Stock peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Are The Firm” by Cockney Rejects peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What You're Proposing” by Status Quo peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What's In A Kiss” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “When You Ask About Love” by Matchbox peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Why Do Lovers Break Each Other's Hearts?” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, ✪ “Babooshka / Ran Tan Waltz” by Kate Bush peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪ “Collingwood Football Club Song (Goodbye Dolly Gray) / Sunday Morning” by Jack Thompson peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, ✪ “The Clap Clap Sound” by The Klaxons peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Bi-Coastal / Simon” by Peter Allen peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Do Wah Diddy Diddy / Farewell, Farewell To Carlingford” by À la carte peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Food For Thought / King” by UB40 peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Lookin' For Love / Lyin' Eyes” by Johnny Lee / Eagles peaked at number 51 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “More Than I Can Say / Only Fooling” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Touch And Go / Down Boys” by The Cars peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Wait Up” by The Cockroaches peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What's The Colour Of Money?” by Hollywood Beyond peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Years From Now / I Don't Feel Much Like Smilin'” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 72 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, ✪ “Do Fries Go With That Shake?” by George Clinton peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “(I Just) Died In Your Arms” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Another One Bites The Dust” by Queen peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Broken English” by Marianne Faithfull peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dynamite” by Stacy Lattisaw peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Freak-A-Ristic” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Get Up Stand Up” by The Wailers peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gonna Get Along Without Ya Now” by Viola Wills peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Gunning For The Buddha” by Shriekback peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Didn't Mean To Turn You On” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “In Too Deep” by Genesis peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Pistol In My Pocket” by Lana Pellay peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Suburbia” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Winner Takes It All” by ABBA peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “True Blue” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “(Forever) Live And Die” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Ego” by Nat Augustin peaked at number 36 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Je hoeft me niet te zeggen hoe ik leven moet” by Benny Neyman peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Will Conquer All” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rock Hard” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Some Broken Hearts Never Mend” by Telly Savalas peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Take The Long Way Home (Live Version)” by Supertramp peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Dreammachine” by Dolly Dots peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “The Kiss (Viva los hombres)” by Babe peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Vrijheid en vrede (Freundschaft und Liebe)” by Dennie Christian i.s.m. leden van Scouting Nederland en de Deutsche Pfadfinderschaft St. Georg peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Woman” by Jack Jersey peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Word Up!” by Cameo peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, “Give Me A Break” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Jump To The Beat” by Stacy Lattisaw peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Magic” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Open Up” by Tomas Ledin peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Austria 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1980, ✪ “Ashes To Ashes” by David Bowie peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Don't Leave Me This Way” by Communards With Sarah Jane Morris peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Emotional Rescue” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Heartbreak Hotel” by C.C. Catch peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Theme From 'Top Gun' (Take My Breath Away)” by Berlin peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Papa Chico” by Tony Esposito peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Ten O'Clock Postman” by Secret Service peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Ève lève-toi” by Julie Pietri peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “(I Just) Died In Your Arms” by Cutting Crew peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Upside Down” by Diana Ross peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Don't Leave Me This Way” by Communards With Sarah Jane Morris peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “More Than I Can Say” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Walk This Way” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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