In 1982, The FCC drops limits on the duration and frequency of TV ads, enabling Mike Levey, Ron Popeil and Dionne Warwick to host their own late-night “shows.”
In 1983, “The Hitchhiker” TV Thriller Anthology debut on HBO.
In 1984, Doug Flutieʹs Hail Mary Pass. Itʹs the most famous play in college-football history and one of the most dramatic sports finishes ever. Boston College was trailing Miami 45-41 when BC quarterback Doug Flutie got the ball back. Flutie — who had riddled the defending national champs for 424 yards and two TDs — was down to his last bullet. The line of scrimmage was the Miami 48-yard line with six seconds left on the clock. At the snap, Flutie was immediately swarmed by the Miami rush. With 0:03 showing on the clock, he avoided a sack at his own 40. At 0:02, he set up at his own 37. The clock read 0:01 when he released a desperate 65-yard heave. The idea was that the BC receivers would all run into the end zone and Gerard Phelan, the best jumper, would tip the ball to a teammate. Didnʹt happen that way. When the ball arrived, Phelanʹs was the only white jersey in the vicinity. With no one to tip the ball to, he caught it instead for the winning score, surrounded by three Miami defenders.
In 1984, On Dallas, Miss Ellie Ewing (Barbara Bel Geddes) took down the late Jock's portrait.
In 1984, On Days of our Lives, Andre (Thaao Penghlis) presumably died when he fell into quicksand following a fight with Tony (also Thaao Penghlis). Meanwhile, Stefano (Joseph Mascolo) shot Roman (Wayne Northrop) who fell off a cliff onto the beach where Bo (Peter Reckell) found him. Bo was devastated when his brother Roman was presumed dead after falling off a cliff while scuffling with Stefano.
In 1985, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Whoʹs The Boss?” Other Articles: Dallas and Dynasty, Merv Griffin.
In 1985, Pee Wee Herman hosts “Saturday Night Live.” The cast finally seems hip by comparison.
In 1985, R.C., “Lay Your Hands On Me” by Thompson Twins peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1985, R.C., “One Of The Living” by Tina Turner peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1987, The Touchstone Pictures live-action feature film, “Good Morning, Vietnam” is pre-released in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, in order to generate publicity before a general release.
In 1988, Bill Murrayʹs “Scrooged,” co-starring David Johansen, opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1988, On General Hospital, Julian Jerome (Jason Culp) returned to find a delirious Cheryl Stansbury (Jennifer Anglin) collapsed inside the safe house.
In 1988, Wayne Gretzky scored his 600th National Hockey League goal.
In 1989, Paul McCartney began his first North American tour in 13 years, playing the first of five dates in the Los Angeles suburb of Inglewood. Scalpers got as much as $600 for tickets.
In 1988, "Buster" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / Vestron Pictures; David Green (director); Colin Shindler (screenplay); Phil Collins, Julie Walters, Larry Lamb, Martin Jarvis, Sheila Hancock, Stephanie Lawrence, Michael Attwell, Ralph Brown, Anthony Quayle, Ellie Beaven, Christopher Ellison, Michael Byrne, Clive Wood, Harold Innocent, Rupert Vansittart, John Benfield, John Barrard, Carole Collins, Amy Shindler, David Shindler; Romance, Comedy, Crime; Live Action
In 1988, "Cocoon: The Return" was released by 20th Century Fox; Daniel Petrie (director); Stephen McPherson (screenplay); Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Courteney Cox, Hume Cronyn, Jack Gilford, Steve Guttenberg, Barret Oliver, Maureen Stapleton, Elaine Stritch, Jessica Tandy, Gwen Verdon, Tahnee Welch, Linda Harrison, Clint Howard, Tyrone Power Jr.; Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1988, "Full Moon in Blue Water" was released by Trans World Entertainment; Peter Masterson (director); Bill Bozzone (screenplay); Gene Hackman, Teri Garr, Burgess Meredith, Elias Koteas, Kevin Cooney, David Doty, Gil Glasgow, Becky Gelke, Marietta Marich, Lexie Masterson, Mark Walters, Ben Jones, Tiny Skaggs, Bill Johnson; Comedy, Drama, Romance; Live Action
In 1988, "Hanna's War" was released by Cannon Films; Menahem Golan (director/screenplay); Stanley Mann (screenplay); Ellen Burstyn, Maruschka Detmers, Anthony Andrews, Donald Pleasence, David Warner, Vincent Riotta, Avi Korein, Ingrid Pitt, John Stride, Shimon Finkel; Drama; Live Action
In 1988, "Scrooged" was released by Paramount Pictures; Richard Donner (director); Mitch Glazer, Michael O'Donoghue (screenplay); Bill Murray, Karen Allen, John Forsythe, John Glover, Bobcat Goldthwait, Alfre Woodard, David Johansen, Carol Kane, Robert Mitchum, Michael J. Pollard, Mabel King, Jamie Farr, Robert Goulet, Buddy Hackett, John Houseman, Lee Majors, Pat McCormick, Brian Doyle-Murray, Mary Lou Retton, Jean Speegle Howard, June Chandler, Mary Ellen Trainor, Bruce Jarchow, Peter Bromilow, Jack McGee, Kathy Kinney, Tony Steedman, Rebeca Arthur, Selma Archerd, Roy Brocksmith, Sachi Parker, Delores Hall, Anne Ramsey, Logan Ramsey, Wendie Malick, Joel Murray, Mitch Glazer, Maria Riva, Michael O'Donoghue, Amy Hill, Miles Davis, Larry Carlton, David Sanborn, Paul Shaffer, Solid Gold Dancers, Don LaFontaine, John Murray, Nicholas Phillips, Al 'Red Dog' Weber, Michael Eidam, Kate McGregor-Stewart, Lisa Mende, Ryan Todd, Chaz Conner Jr.; Christmas, Comedy; Live Action
In 1985, “Lay Your Hands On Me” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Love Grammar” by John Parr peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “One Of The Living” by Tina Turner peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Soul Kiss” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “One More Colour” by Jane Siberry peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Separate Lives” by Phil Collins and Marilyn Martin peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Day By Day” by Shakatak With Al Jarreau peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Don't Break My Heart” by UB40 peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “In Search Of Love” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “It's Only Love” by Bryan Adams and Tina Turner peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lost Weekend” by Lloyd Cole and The Commotions peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Make 'Em Move” by Sly and Robbie peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Miricles” by Gary Numan peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Music Is The Answer” by Colonel Abrams peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Nineteen” by Phil Lynott peaked at number 76 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “One Vision” by Queen peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “R.S.V.P.” by Five Star peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves” by Eurythmics and Aretha Franklin peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “That Certain Smile” by Midge Ure peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Heart and Soul (EP)” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Highest High” by China Crisis peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Tiny Dynamite” by Cocteau Twins peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You Really Touch My Heart” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Your Personal Touch” by Evelyn 'Champagne' King peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Cold Fever” by Models [AU] peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lonely Ol' Night” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Money's Too Tight (To Mention)” by Simply Red peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Pleasure and Pain” by Divinyls peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)” by John Parr peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Oh Sheila” by Ready For The World peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Slave To The Rhythm” by Grace Jones peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Power Of Love (You Are My Lady)” by Air Supply peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You Are My Lady” by Freddie Jackson peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Manolito” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Marlene On The Wall” by Suzanne Vega peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Road To Nowhere” by Talking Heads peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Sisters Are Doin' It For Themselves” by Eurythmics and Aretha Franklin peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Slave To The Rhythm” by Grace Jones peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “So I Say” by Roberto Jacketti and The Scooters peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “You're The Inspiration” by New Jersey Mass Choir peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Zolang je bij me bent” by Benny Neyman peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Cheerio” by The Monroes [NO] peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Cheri, Cheri Lady” by Modern Talking peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Woody Boogie” by Baltimora peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Lemon Incest” by Charlotte and Gainsbourg peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, ⏺ “Money For Nothing” by Dire Straits peaked at number 34 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1985, “Dress You Up” by Madonna peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “One Of The Living” by Tina Turner peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1985, “The Sweetest Taboo” by Sade peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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