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In 1980, CBS premiered “Secrets of Midland Heights.” The show will run only a month, but it does highlight a number of young stars such as Linda Hamilton, Lorenzo Lamas and Melora Hardin. The genre will eventually catch on, though, when young-lust soaps like “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Melrose Place” make their debut.
In 1980, John Lennon mixes Yoko Onoʹs “Walking On Thin Ice.” It is the last time he would be in a studio.
In 1980, On the cover of TV Guide: “Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges of Diffʹrent Strokes”…Other Articles: Walt Disney, Uncle Floyd
In 1980, R.C., “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “More Than I Can Say” by Leo Sayer peaked at number two on the pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.
In 1980, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guest: ARETHA FRANKLIN (“UNITED TOGETHER”, “CANʹT TURN ME LOOSE”)
In 1980, “Freebie and the Bean” began airing on CBS
In 1980, “Saturday Night Liveʹs” Joe Piscopo offers viewers the chance to “yuk it up like the king of second bananas at the Ed McMahon School of Laughing.”
In 1983, On General Hospital, Luke and Laura Spencer, and Rick and Lesley Webber, threw a party at the mayor's mansion for all of Laura's friends and family, believing Stavros had left town and Laura was now free of the Cassadines. An ecstatic Amy arrived and was reunited with Laura, followed by Brian and Claudia, then Monica. Holly and Robert arrived and Luke introduced Laura to Holly. Slick and Emma Lutz arrived and were thrilled to see Laura again. Ruby and Bobbie embraced Laura when they arrived. Holly remarked that she had never seen two people as happy together as Luke and Laura were. Laura met Blackie, and reunited with Mike, Jake and Rose. Later, a carefree Luke tended to the grill, unaware Stavros was watching. Source: welovesoaps.net
In 1984, COVER OF ROLLING STONE BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
In 1984, The Supergroup of Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson recorded the Jimmy Webb song "Highwayman" at Nashville's Moman Studios.
In 1984, Two former Beatles debuted two film releases this day, as Paul McCartneyʹs “Give My Regards to Broad Street” and George Harrisonʹs “A Private Function” were finalized for theatre audiences.
In 1985, John Cougar Mellencamp promised 24,000 people at a New York City concert that he would refund their $17.50 tickets. A power outage caused a 20-minute interruption during this, his debut concert.
In 1985, On General Hospital, Felicia Cummings (Kristina Wagner) surprised Frisco Jones (Jack Wagner) with a trip to the jewelry store, the perfect place to pick out an engagement ring. Frisco was taken aback at her proposal, and disappointed her when he said they needed to be practical and not spend his royalty check on an expensive ring. Later, Frisco surprised Felicia with the ring that she had liked, and the two became officially engaged.
In 1985, “Runaway Train” starring Jon Voight, Eric Roberts, and Rebecca DeMornay opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1986, George Strait was at #1 on the Billboard country chart with "It Ain't Cool To Be Crazy About You." Kenny Chesney later recorded a version of the song as a B-side for his "Never Wanted Nothing More" in 2007.
In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “Delta Burke of Designing Women”. Other Articles: Lorenzo Lamas, Avery Brooks
In 1986, R.C., “Hip To Be Square” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Thatʹs Life” by David Lee Roth peaked at #85 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short (all sons of motherless goats) host SNL to plug “Three Amigos!”
In 1987, Live on a Los Angeles flagship station, Doctor Dementoʹs laryngitis was so bad that Whimsical Will took over as host for the night along with Musical Mike and Beefalo Bill. The number one request wasnʹt even an unreleased tape. It was for the Doctor to get well soon.
In 1988, “Information Society” album by Information Society was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1988, “Out Of Order” album by Rod Stewart was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1988, “Wicked Videos” video by Ozzy Osbourne was released
In 1988, “Wild, Wild West” album by Escape Club was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1989, Actress Frances Bavier (BAHVʹ-yay) died in her sleep in Siler City, North Carolina. She was best known as Aunt Bee on “The Andy Griffith Show.”
In 1980, "Popeye" was released by Paramount Pictures / Walt Disney Productions / Robert Evans Productions / King Features Syndicate; Robert Altman (director); Jules Feiffer (screenplay); Robin Williams, Shelley Duvall, Paul L. Smith, Paul Dooley, Richard Libertini, Ray Walston, Donald Moffat, Roberta Maxwell, Donovan Scott, Allan F. Nicholls, Bill Irwin, Sharon Kinney, Linda Hunt, Geoff Hoyle, Wayne Robson, Klaus Voormann, Van Dyke Parks, Dennis Franz, Carlos Brown, Jack Mercer, John Wallace, MacIntyre Dixon, Wesley Ivan Hurt, Peter Bray; Musical, Comedy; Live action
In 1983, "The Dresser" was released by Columbia Pictures; Peter Yates (director); Ronald Harwood (screenplay); Albert Finney, Tom Courtenay, Edward Fox, Zena Walker, Eileen Atkins, Michael Gough, Cathryn Harrison, Betty Marsden, Sheila Reid, Lockwood West, Donald Eccles, Llewellyn Rees, Guy Manning, Anne Mannion, Kevin Stoney, Ann Way, John Sharp, Kathy Staff, Roger Avon; Drama; Live action
In 1985, "Fool for Love" was released by The Cannon Group, Inc.; Robert Altman (director); Sam Shepard (screenplay); Sam Shepard, Kim Basinger, Harry Dean Stanton, Randy Quaid; Drama; Live Action
In 1985, "Runaway Train" was released by The Cannon Group, Inc.; Andrei Konchalovsky (director); Djordje Milicevic, Paul Zindel, Edward Bunker (screenplay); Jon Voight, Eric Roberts, Rebecca De Mornay, Kyle T. Heffner, John P. Ryan, T.K. Carter, Kenneth McMillan, Edward Bunker, John Bloom, Norton E. "Hank" Worden, Danny Trejo, Tiny Lister, Dennis Franz, Stacey Pickren, Walter Wyatt, Reid Cruickshanks, Dan Wray, Michael Lee Gogin; Action, Thriller; Live Action
In 1985, "Spies Like Us" was released by Warner Bros.; John Landis (director); Dan Aykroyd, Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel (screenplay); Chevy Chase, Dan Aykroyd, Donna Dixon, Bruce Davison, William Prince, Steve Forrest, Tom Hatten, Bernie Casey, Charles McKeown, Vanessa Angel, James Daughton, Jim Staahl, Frank Oz, Terry Gilliam, Ray Harryhausen, Derek Meddings, Joel Coen, Sam Raimi, Martin Brest, Costa-Gavras, Bob Hope, B.B. King, Michael Apted, Larry Cohen, Heidi Sorenson, Edwin Newman; Comedy; Live Action
In 1986, ✪ “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “(Forever) Live And Die” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Could I Be Dreaming” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Deep Inside My Heart” by Randy Meisner peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Foolish Pride” by Daryl Hall peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Goin' To The Bank” by The Commodores peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Help Me!” by Robin Gibb With Marcy Levy peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hip To Be Square” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “More Than I Can Say” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Morning Man” by Rupert Holmes peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Remote Control” by The Reddings peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Stop This Game” by Cheap Trick peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Next Time I Fall” by Peter Cetera With Amy Grant peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “This Time” by John Mellencamp peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Thorn In My Side” by Eurythmics peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “(Forever) Live And Die” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Amanda” by Boston peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Can't Hold On” by DoubleDare peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Dreamer (Live Version)” by Supertramp peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Look What You've Done To Me” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Will Conquer All” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stranglehold” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Strength In Numbers” by Luba peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What About Love?” by 'Til Tuesday peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Where's The Fire” by Tim Feehan peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪ “Rumors” by Timex Social Club peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪ “Wild Wild Life” by Talking Heads peaked at number 66 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “(Forever) Live And Die” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “(Sing) Our Own Song” by UB40 peaked at number 80 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “A Matter Of Trust” by Billy Joel peaked at number 46 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Alana Loves Me” by Kim Mitchell peaked at number 48 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “All Cried Out” by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam peaked at number 100 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Amanda” by Boston peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Can't Hold On” by DoubleDare peaked at number 73 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Find My Way Back” by Billy Newton-Davis peaked at number 83 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Freedom Overspill” by Steve Winwood peaked at number 43 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Friends And Lovers” by Gloria Loring And Carl Anderson peaked at number 35 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartache All Over The World” by Elton John peaked at number 62 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartbeat” by Don Johnson peaked at number 39 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heaven In Your Eyes” by Loverboy peaked at number 58 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hip To Be Square” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 14 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Human” by The Human League peaked at number 6 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Am By Your Side” by Corey Hart peaked at number 37 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I'll Be Over You” by Toto peaked at number 26 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 65 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jumpin' Jack Flash” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 32 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Theme From 'Top Gun' (Take My Breath Away)” by Berlin peaked at number 44 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Will Conquer All” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 19 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Point Of No Return” by Nu Shooz peaked at number 34 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sandra” by Idle Eyes peaked at number 84 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Someday” by Glass Tiger peaked at number 41 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Spirit In The Sky” by Doctor And The Medics peaked at number 8 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stay Loose” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 87 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stranglehold” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 90 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Strength In Numbers” by Luba peaked at number 75 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stuck With You” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 64 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sweet Love” by Anita Baker peaked at number 30 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Take Me Home Tonight” by Eddie Money Featuring Ronnie Spector peaked at number 15 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 4 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Untouchable One” by Tom Cochrane And Red Rider peaked at number 74 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Throwing It All Away” by Genesis peaked at number 61 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 7 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Blue” by Madonna peaked at number 5 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 20 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Turn It On” by Zappacosta peaked at number 99 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Twist And Shout” by The Beatles peaked at number 23 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Two Of Hearts” by Stacey Q peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Typical Male” by Tina Turner peaked at number 53 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Walk This Way” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 38 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “What About Love?” by 'Til Tuesday peaked at number 50 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “When I Think Of You” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 31 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Where's The Fire” by Tim Feehan peaked at number 59 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “X-Ray Eyes” by Eye Eye peaked at number 63 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Banana Republic” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Candy” by Cameo peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Walk Away” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Each Time You Break My Heart” by Nick Kamen peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Embarrassment” by Madness peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “French Kissin' In The U.S.A.” by Debbie Harry peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hold The Heart” by Big Country peaked at number 55 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Still Remember” by Gary Numan peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I'm Coming Out” by Diana Ross peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Israel” by Siouxsie And The Banshees peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Looking For Clues” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sh-Boom” by Darts peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Some People” by Paul Young peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Call Up” by The Clash peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Final Countdown” by Europe peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Foolish Thing To Do” by Heavy D And The Boyz peaked at number 65 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Skye Boat Song” by Roger Whittaker And Des O'Connor peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “To Cut A Long Story Short” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Colors” by Go West peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Waterloo” by Doctor And The Medics With Roy Wood peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “We Love You” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Women In Winter” by Skids peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪ “Whip It / Turnaround” by Devo peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Amanda” by Boston peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Bottom Of My Heart” by Kings Of The Sun peaked at number 47 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Waste My Time” by The Angels (Australia) peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Guns And Butter” by Do-Re-Mi peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hot Love / Rock And Roll Me” by David Essex peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Let's Kiss” by Models [AU] peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She's So Cold / Send It To Me” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 49 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Someone That I Used To Love / Don't Look Back” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Two Single Beds / Constant Change” by Edith Bliss peaked at number 79 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Why Do Lovers Break Each Other's Hearts? / Teen Canteen” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 83 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Don't Stand So Close To Me” by The Police peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Friends And Lovers” by Gloria Loring And Carl Anderson peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hey Now” by Talking Heads peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Missionary Man” by Eurythmics peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Perfect Features Exposed” by The Features peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “State Of The Nation” by New Order peaked at number 17 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Lady In Red” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Ritz” by Pop Mechanix peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Amanda” by Boston peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Come Closer” by Renée [NL] peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Dromenland” by Mieke peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jij bent alles” by André Hazes peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Mi Amor” by Sommerset peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Santa Maria” by Roland Kaiser peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “This Is The World Calling” by Bob Geldof peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Tunnel Of Love” by Dire Straits peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Warriors (Of The Wasteland)” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “When You Ask About Love” by Matchbox peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Lady Of Ice” by Fancy peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Sometimes” by Erasure peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Suburbia” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War (Live)” by Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Fourth Rendez-vous” by Jean-Michel Jarre peaked at number 13 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Theme From 'Top Gun' (Take My Breath Away)” by Berlin peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Thought You Were On My Side” by Cock Robin peaked at number 39 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Through The Barricades” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heaven And Hell” by C.C. Catch peaked at number 19 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Super Trouper” by ABBA peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Two People” by Tina Turner peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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