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The 80's Datebook for December 10

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In 1980, NBC premieres “Number 96,” a prime-time soap set in an apartment complex, based on a far racier Australian series of the same name. Although NBC debuts the show over three successive nights, viewers will evict the show within a month. The viewers 86'd 96.

In 1980, On One Life to Live: scheming Ted Clayton proposed marriage to then-Viki Riley after masterminding Tinaʹs kidnapping. Viki asked for time to think about it and the two did not wed.

In 1980, The body of John Lennon is cremated.

In 1981, On General Hospital, Tiffany Hill's agent, Mickey Miller (guest star Milton Berle), told Laura Spencer that he was looking to cast a beautiful woman to represent Star Cosmetics and become Miss Star Eyes.

In 1982, Heavyweight Michael Dokes KOd Mike Weaver in 1:03 in the first round to win the WBA heavyweight title in Las Vegas.

In 1983, R.C., “Love Is A Battlefield” by Pat Benetar peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Memphis” by Joe Jackson peaked at #85 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson peaked peaked peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.

In 1983, R.C., “State Of The Nation” by Industry peaked at #81 on the pop singles chart.

In 1983, R.C., “Synchronicity II” by The Police peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1985, C-Span takes viewers to Congress, where — after a bunch of political grandstanding — a bill to balance the federal budget is passed.

In 1985, “Whoʹs Zoomin' Who?” album by Aretha Franklin was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1987, “Nightline” is seen in the U.S.S.R. for first time. JIHOOBb BAIII OEJIKA BOJIOC KOPPEL! (translation: “Love your squirrel hair, Ted.”)

In 1988, R.C., “Finish What Ya Started” by Van Halen peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart. It became the theme song of “Sydney” starring Eddie Van Halenʹs wife, Valerie Bertinelli.

In 1988, R.C., “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at #45 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “Look Away” by Chicago peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, R.C., “The Promise” by When In Rome peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1982, "Airplane II: The Sequel" was released by Paramount Pictures; Ken Finkleman (director/screenplay); Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Lloyd Bridges, Chad Everett, Peter Graves, Rip Torn, John Dehner, Chuck Connors, Richard Jaeckel, Stephen Stucker, Kent McCord, James A. Watson Jr., Wendy Phillips, Laurene Landon, Sonny Bono, William Shatner, Raymond Burr, John Vernon, James Noble, Jack Jones, John Larch, Lee Bryant, John Hancock, Oliver Robins, Louis Giambalvo, David Paymer, Rick Overton, Sam Anderson, Leon Askin, Art Fleming, Frank Ashmore, Pat Sajak, Louise Sorel, Sandahl Bergman, Burke Byrnes, Michael Currie, Bruce French, Richard Gilliland, Hugh Gillin, David Leisure, Gail Matthius, Lee Patterson, Hervé Villechaize, Lee Purcell, Earl Boen, Joyce DeWitt, Cindy Fisher, Monique Gabrielle, Kitten Natividad, John Paragon, George Wendt; Comedy, Parody; Live Action

In 1982, "Mighty Mouse in the Great Space Chase" was released by Children's Video Library / Filmation Associates / Miracle / CBS Television Distribution / Viacom Productions; Ed Friedman, Lou Kachivas, Marsh Lamore, Gwen Wetzler, Kay Wright, Lou Zukor (directors); Lou Scheimer, Alan Oppenheimer, Diane Pershing; Action, Adventure; Animation

In 1982, "Sophie's Choice" was released by Universal Pictures / Associated Film Distribution / ITC Entertainment / Keith Barish Productions; Alan J. Pakula (director/screenplay); Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline, Peter MacNicol, Rita Karin, Stephen D. Newman, Josh Mostel, Robin Bartlett, Eugene Lipinski, John Rothman, Katharina Thalbach, David Wohl, Nina Polan, Vida Jerman, Josef Sommer, Karlheinz Hackl, Marcell Rosenblatt, Moishe Rosenfeld, Neddim Prohic, Jennifer Lawn, Adrian Kalitka, Joseph Leon, Günther Maria Halmer; Drama; Live Action

In 1982, "The Toy" was released by Columbia Pictures / Rastar; Richard Donner (director); Carol Sobieski, Francis Veber (screenplay); Richard Pryor, Jackie Gleason, Scott Schwartz, Ned Beatty, Teresa Ganzel, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Annazette Chase, Tony King, Virginia Capers; Comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Finish What Ya Started” by Van Halen peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Look Away” by Chicago peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Love Is A Battlefield” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Memphis” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Nobody's Perfect” by Mike + The Mechanics peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Not Just Another Girl” by Ivan Neville peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “State Of The Nation” by Industry peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Street Of Dreams” by Rainbow peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Synchronicity II” by The Police peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Promise” by When In Rome peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “The Way He Makes Me Feel” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah” by Judson Spence peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Dancing With Myself” by Billy Idol With Generation X peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Domino Dancing” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Don't Stop” by Chilliwack peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Don't Want Your Love” by Duran Duran peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1983, “You Don't Believe” by The Alan Parsons Project peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Another Lover” by Giant Steps peaked at number 22 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Bad Medicine” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 5 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Best Of Times” by Peter Cetera peaked at number 38 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Crazy In Love” by Kim Carnes peaked at number 69 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “It's Money That Matters” by Randy Newman peaked at number 49 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Jealous Guy” by John Lennon peaked at number 44 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Shadows Of A Dove” by After All peaked at number 60 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Turn Back The Clock” by Johnny Hates Jazz peaked at number 54 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Bark At The Moon” by Ozzy Osbourne peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Come Out To Play” by UB40 peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Denis '88” by Blondie peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Hold Me Now” by Thompson Twins peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “I'm Out Of Your Life” by Arnie's Love peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Kissing A Fool” by George Michael peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Kokomo” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Let's Stay Together” by Tina Turner peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Love Never Dies” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Metal Health / Cum On Feel The Noize” by Quiet Riot peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Move Over Darling” by Tracey Ullman peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Mr. DJ” by Richie Rich peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “My Melancholy Baby” by Chas 'n' Dave peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Nathan Jones” by Bananarama peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Only You” by The Flying Pickets peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Radio Radio” by Spear Of Destiny peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “S.S. Paparazzi” by Stock Aitken Waterman peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Stakker Humanoid” by Humanoid peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Suddenly” by Angry Anderson peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Superstition” by Clubhouse peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Take Me To Your Heart” by Rick Astley peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “That's Love That It Is” by Blancmange peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “The Sound Of Music” by Dayton peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Who's Gonna Ease The Pressure” by Mac Thornhill peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Why Me?” by Irene Cara peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1988, 🎄 “Mistletoe and Wine” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Always With Me, Always With You” by Joe Satriani peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Domino Dancing” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “In Your Room” by The Bangles peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Suddenly Last Summer” by The Motels peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Generation Gap” by Hoodoo Gurus peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1983, ⏺ “Red, Red Wine” by UB40 peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “1-2-3” by Gloria Estefan and The Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 33 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Bring Me Closer” by Altered Images peaked at number 47 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Chains Of Love” by Erasure peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Don't Be Cruel” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 18 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Get Down Tonight” by Shriekback peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Is It Love” by Gang Of Four peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Mama” by Genesis peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Melting Pot” by When The Cat's Away peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence” by Ryuichi Sakamoto peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Never Say Die (Give A Little Bit More)” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Rave On” by John Cougar Mellencamp peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Roses Are Red” by Mac Band featuring The McCampbell Brothers peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson peaked at number 10 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Ruby Turner peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Slow Turning” by John Hiatt peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “Adieu cherie” by Anny Schilder peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Autodrive” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Come Back and Stay” by Paul Young peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Dial My Heart” by The Boys peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Happy Station” by Fun Fun peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Ik heb nooit's mazzel” by Gerrit Uittenberg peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “It's Raining Men” by The Weather Girls peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Jack To The Sound Of The Underground” by Hithouse peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Je ne sais pas pourquoi” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Jij laat me leven” by Hanny en de Rekels peaked at number 34 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Johnny vergeet me niet” by John Spencer peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Kiss” by The Art Of Noise featuring Tom Jones peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Missing You” by Chris de Burgh peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “New Dimension” by Imagination peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Orinoco Flow” by Enya peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yes peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Shadow On The Wall” by Mike Oldfield featuring Roger Chapman peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “TBM Mix” by Sample Syndicate peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “That Was Then But This Is Now” by ABC peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “The Lifeboat Party” by Kid Creole and The Coconuts peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Wheels On Fire” by BZN peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Zijn het je ogen” by Koos Alberts peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Right By Your Side” by Eurythmics peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Teardrops” by Womack and Womack peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Undercover Of The Night” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1988, “We Were Only Dancing” by Lili and Susie peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Where Is My Man” by Eartha Kitt peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1983, ✪✪ “The Safety Dance” by Men Without Hats peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1988, “C'est pour elle” by Pierre Bachelet peaked at number 32 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Laissez-nous rêver” by Herbert Léonard peaked at number 19 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Les parfums de sa vie (Je l'ai tant aimée)” by Art Mengo peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Pourvu qu'elles soient douces” by Mylène Farmer peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Sketch Of Love” by Thierry Mutin peaked at number 3 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1988, ✪✪ “The Twist (Yo, Twist)” by Fat Boys With Chubby Checker peaked at number 22 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Karma Chameleon” by Culture Club peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1983, “Come Back and Stay” by Paul Young peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “I Want Out” by Helloween peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Little River” by Audrey Landers peaked at number 15 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “One Moment In Time” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1988, “The Big Chance” by Brothers Return peaked at number 20 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1983, “Undercover Of The Night” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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