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In 1980, On U.S. television, NBC tried an experiment as it broadcast the meaningless NFL football match between the New York Jets (4-11) and the Miami Dolphins (8-7) — the TV coverage featured no announcers in the booth, just the sounds of the spectators and field noise as the camera shots tried to convey the emotion of the game. The Jets won, 24-17.
In 1980, R.C., “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benetar peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1981, The musical “Dreamgirls” Broadway smash opens. It was loosely based on the story of Diana Ross and the Supremes. It ran for more than 1,500 performances and received six Tony Awards in 1982.
In 1982, On The Doctors, Jean-Marc Gauthier (Jean LeClerc) and Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) continued to get acquainted. They ran into Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce), who was moving toward a reconciliation with her husband, Matt Powers (James Pritchett). Meanwhile, Mike Powers (Stephen Burleigh) and Kit McCormick (Hillary Bailey-Smith) were stranded during a blizzard.
In 1983, Montrealʹs Guy Lafleur scores his 500th goal as the Canadiens beat the New Jersey Devils 6-0. Lafleur scores the milestone goal at 8:34 of the third, beating Glenn Resch with a rising 30-footer.
In 1984, On Another World, Rachel Cory (Victoria Wyndham) and Blaine Ewing Cory (Laura Malone) rescued Blaine's husband, Sandy (Christopher Rich), who had been poisoned by a vengeful Carl Hutchins (Charles Keating). Later, Sandy reunited with his father, Mac Cory (Douglass Watson).
In 1985, Howard Cosell retired from television sports. His career with ABC had lasted 20 years. He became an announcer for the World Series…in 1986…on radio.
In 1985, On Guiding Light, the ghost of Lujack Luvonaczek (Vincent Irizarry) gave Beth Raines (Judi Evans) a pep talk.
In 1985, The American Poet Laureate was established; Robert Penn Warren was the first.
In 1986, R.C., “Caravan Of Love” by the Housemartins peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King reentered the chart and peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. It was parodied into “Walk Like Deukmajan”, “Walk Like a Penguin” and “Walk With An Erection” among the crowd.
In 1986, R.C., “You Be Illin'” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “You Know I Love You — Donʹt You?” by Howard Jones peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, The “William Shatner at the Star Trek Convention” classic sketch. In an inspired “Saturday Night Live” skit, William Shatner fulfills his official duty as the former Captain Kirk of the Starship Enterprise: attending one of those Trekker conventions. Looking balefully out at the all-male audience, he sees attendees in Federation uniforms, sporting pointy Vulcan ears or proudly wearing T-shirts with slogans like “I Grok Spock.” Finally he addresses this motley multitude who gaze up at him so raptly: “Having received many of your letters over the years — and Iʹve spoken to you, and some of you have traveled hundreds of miles to be here — Iʹd just like to say, 'Get a life, will you, people! I mean, for crying out loud, it was just a t.v. show.'!” It was satire with a wicked bite of reality. The sketch was written by Conan OʹBrienʹs first head writer, Robert Smigel.
In 1987, “Nuts” with Barbra Striesand premieres. What a demented title.
In 1988, “Weird Al” Yankovic recorded “Money For Nothing/Beverly Hillbillies*” for his UHF Soundtrack And Other Stuff LP and movie.
In 1989, Paul Shaffer performs his seventh impression of Cher singing “O Holy Night.”
In 1989, “The Devil Went Down To Georgia” single by Charlie Daniels Band was certified Platinum by the RIAA. It was released in 1979!
In 1981, "Chariots of Fire" was released by Warner Bros. / The Ladd Company / Allied Stars Ltd / Goldcrest Films / Enigma Productions; Hugh Hudson (director); Colin Welland (screenplay); Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nigel Havers, Cheryl Campbell, Alice Krige, Lindsay Anderson, Dennis Christopher, Nigel Davenport, Brad Davis, Peter Egan, John Gielgud, Ian Holm, Patrick Magee, Nicholas Farrell, Struan Rodger, David Yelland, Daniel Gerroll, Richard Griffiths; Historical, Drama; Live Action
In 1981, "Taps" was released by 20th Century Fox; Harold Becker (director); Robert Mark Kamen, James Lineberger, Darryl Ponicsan (screenplay); George C. Scott, Timothy Hutton, Ronny Cox, Sean Penn, Tom Cruise, Brendan Ward, Evan Handler, John P. Navin Jr., Billy Van Zandt, Giancarlo Esposito; Drama; Live Action
In 1985, "Enemy Mine" was released by 20th Century Fox; Wolfgang Petersen (director); Edward Khmara (screenplay); Dennis Quaid, Louis Gossett, Jr., Brion James, Richard Marcus, Carolyn McCormick, Bumper Robinson, Lance Kerwin, Herb Andress, Jim Mapp, Scott Kraft, Lou Michaels, Andy Geer, Henry Stolow, Danmar, Mandy Hausenberger; Sci-Fi, Drama; Live Action
In 1989, "Born on the Fourth of July" was released by Universal Pictures; Oliver Stone (director/screenplay); Ron Kovic (screenplay); Tom Cruise, Kyra Sedgwick, Raymond J. Barry, Jerry Levine, Frank Whaley, Willem Dafoe, Caroline Kava, Josh Evans, Stephen Baldwin, Sean Stone, Anne Bobby, Jenna von Oÿ, John Getz, David Warshofsky, Jason Gedrick, Bill Allen, William Baldwin, James Le Gros, William Mapother, Markus Flanagan, R. D. Call, Don "The Dragon" Wilson, Jessica Prunell, Tom Berenger, Mel Allen, Ed Lauter, Oliver Stone, Dale Dye, Rocky Carroll, Chris Pedersen, David Herman, Damien Leake, Norman D. Wilson, Richard Poe, Bob Gunton, Vivica A. Fox, Mark Moses, Abbie Hoffman, Jake Weber, Reg E. Cathey, Edie Brickell, Tom Sizemore, Andrew Lauer, Michael Wincott, Anthony Pena, Holly Marie Combs, Mike Starr, Beau Starr, Tony Frank, Lili Taylor, Peter Crombie, Eagle Eye Cherry, Brian Tarantina, Jack McGee, Jodi Long, Michelle Hurst, John C. McGinley, Wayne Knight, Elizabeth Hoffman, Lucinda Jenney, Annie McEnroe, Daniel Baldwin, Samantha Larkin, Kevin Harvey Morse, Jason Klein, Lane R. Davis, Richard Panebianco, Johnny Pinto, Rob Camilletti, J. R. Nutt, Philip Amelio, Michael McTighe, Cody Beard, Corkey Ford, Billie Neal, Jayne Haynes; War, Drama; Live Action
In 1989, "Roger & Me" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Dog Eat Dog Films; Michael Moore (director/screenplay); Michael Moore, Roger Smith; Documentary; Live Action
In 1986, ✪ “Walk Like An Egyptian” by The Bangles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, ✪ “You Be Illin'” by Run-D.M.C. peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Goldmine” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Believe In You” by Don Williams peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I Can't Stop The Feelin'” by Pure Prairie League peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Tasty Love” by Freddie Jackson peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Trickle Trickle” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Know I Love You...Don't You?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Could I Have This Dance” by Anne Murray peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Every Beat Of My Heart” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “How Long” by Lipps, Inc. peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Johnny And Mary” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lovely One” by The Jacksons peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Master Blaster (Jammin')” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Shot In The Dark” by Haywire peaked at number 96 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sometimes A Fantasy” by Billy Joel peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Soul City” by The Partland Brothers peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Word Up!” by Cameo peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Give Love A Bad Name” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Know I Love You...Don't You?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Shot In The Dark” by Haywire peaked at number 96 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Soul City” by The Partland Brothers peaked at number 25 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Word Up!” by Cameo peaked at number 12 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Give Love A Bad Name” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Know I Love You...Don't You?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 26 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1980, “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Caravan Of Love” by The Housemartins peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Clubland” by Elvis Costello And The Attractions peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Eastenders And Howards Way Themes” by The Shadows peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Heartbreak Hotel” by The Jacksons peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hello Friend” by Chris Rea peaked at number 79 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hey Luciani” by The Fall peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “How Do You Stop” by James Brown peaked at number 92 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I Wasn't Born Yesterday” by Daryl Hall peaked at number 93 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I'm All You Need” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Louis Quatorze” by Bow Wow Wow peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love Me To Sleep” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Nik Nak Paddy Wak” by Snowman peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Only Love Remains” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Open Your Heart” by Madonna peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Own Them Control Them” by Misty In Roots peaked at number 89 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Runaway Boys” by Stray Cats peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Santa Claus Is Back In Town” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “See You Later, Alligator” by Dr. Feelgood peaked at number 98 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Small Change” by Hindsight peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “So Cold The Night” by The Communards peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Soul Love / Soul Man” by Womack And Womack peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Essential Wally Party Medley” by Gay Gordon And The Mince Pies peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Got The Love” by Candi Staton peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You're Ok” by Ottawan peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Get Me Wrong” by The Pretenders peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Feels Like I'm In Love / I Can't Get Enough” by Kelly Marie peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Friday On My Mind / She's So Fine / Wedding Ring” by The Easybeats peaked at number 92 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Johnny And Mary / Too Good To Be True” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Notorious” by Duran Duran peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Star Trax (EP)” by KISS peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “To Be A Lover” by Billy Idol peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪ “Back In The U.S.S.R.” by The Beatles peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪ “Shaddap You Face” by Joe Dolce Music Theatre peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Do Ya Do Ya (Wanna Please Me)” by Samantha Fox peaked at number 29 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Get Me Wrong” by The Pretenders peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Dreamer (Live Version)” by Supertramp peaked at number 45 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Dreams Of Ordinary Men” by Dragon peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by Wang Chung peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “I'm Coming Out” by Diana Ross peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Lady” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Living In A Minefield” by Satellite Spies peaked at number 44 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Look What You've Done To Me” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love On The Rocks” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 32 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “She's So Cold” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 26 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sunshine Of Your Smile” by Yo-Yo peaked at number 40 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Call Up” by The Clash peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Your Love Is Blind” by Ardijah peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1980, “All Out Of Love” by Air Supply peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Het is koud zonder jou” by André Hazes peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rock The Night” by Europe peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Sometimes” by Spargo peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stay With Me 'Til The Morning” by New London Chorale Featuring Vicki Brown peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Winter in m'n hart (ik mis je zo)” by Koos Alberts peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Break It Up” by Carl Lewis peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Fula gubbar” by Magnus Uggla peaked at number 4 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stop (Give It Up)” by Paul Rein peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Miracle Of Love” by Eurythmics peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “This Is The World Calling” by Bob Geldof peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Premier baiser” by Emmanuelle peaked at number 2 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rien que pour toi” by François Feldman peaked at number 12 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Where Did Your Heart Go?” by Wham! peaked at number 42 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “I'm Not Perfect (But I'm Perfect For You)” by Grace Jones peaked at number 24 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Loreen” by Sandra peaked at number 29 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Miracle Of Love” by Eurythmics peaked at number 21 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Victory” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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