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The 80's Datebook for December 23

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In 1981, On General Hospital, Rick (Chris Robinson) and Lesley (Denise Alexander) were married.

In 1981, While Johnny Cash and his family were sitting down to enjoy their evening meal, three armed intruders broke into their Montego Bay home. Johnny and his family were all locked in a cellar and over $35,000 worth of items were stolen during the robbery. All were unharmed during the ordeal.

In 1983, On Search for Tomorrow, Sunny Adamson (Marcia McCabe) and Hogan McCleary (David Forsyth) toasted Christmas with two milk cartons followed by a special closing with "O Holy Night" playing in the background.

In 1985, “How Could It Be” album by Eddie Murphy was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1985, “Love, American Style”, second run, TV Anthology, comedy; debut on ABC.

In 1985, “Party All The Time” single by Eddie Murphy was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1986, On All My Children, after hearing about Adam Chandler's job offer to Brooke English (Julia Barr), Erica Kane (Susan Lucci, who shares her birthday with the date this episode aired) accused Brooke of always following in her footsteps. "You've never had a dream of your own," Erica said, during an entertaining tirade.

In 1986, The experimental airplane “Voyager,” piloted by Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager, completed the first non-stop, round-the-world flight without refueling as it landed safely at Edwards Air Force Base in California. It lasted 216 hours, traveled 24,986 miles, and averaged 115 MPH.

In 1987, “Good Morning Vietnam” starring Robin Williams and Forest Tucker opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1988, On All My Children, Phoebe Wallingford thought no one was coming for Christmas, but ended up with a houseful of guests and a surprise visit from Chuck Tyler (Richard Van Vleet).

In 1988, On General Hospital, Sean (John Reilly) and Tiffany (Sharon Wyatt) were married. Also in the episode, Lucy Coe (Lynn Herring) panicked when her husband Tony Jones was rushed to hospital without having him sign their lucrative divorce agreement. Meanwhile, Bobbie Meyer (Jacklyn Zeman) was in surgery with Tony and Lucy threatened to take BJ against Tony's wishes.

In 1988, On Ryan's Hope, Jack (Michael Levin) and Ryan (Yasmine Bleeth) tried to come to terms with Sister Mary Joel's decision to remain in the order. Unfortunately for the soap, it wouldn't remain on the schedule after January 13 of the following year.

In 1988, “The Accidental Tourist” starring William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, and Geena Davis opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1989, On the cover of TV Guide: “Candice Bergen, Scott Bakula”. Other Articles: Bill Smitrovich, Scott Bakula

In 1989, R.C., “Another Day In Paradise” by Phil Collins peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Rock And A Hard Place” by Rolling Stones peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.

In 1987, "The Last Emperor" was released by Columbia Pictures / Hemdale Film Corporation / Recorded Picture Company; Bernardo Bertolucci (director/screenplay); Mark Peploe (screenplay); John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole, Ying Ruocheng, Victor Wong, Dennis Dun, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Maggie Han, Ric Young, Wu Junmei, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Lisa Lu, Basil Pao, Henry O, Jade Go, Fumihiko Ikeda, Fan Guang, Hideo Takamatsu, Hajime Tachibana, Richard Vuu, Tijger Tsou, Wu Tao, Henry Kyi, Alvin Riley III; Epic, Biography; Live Action

In 1987, "The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne" was released by Island Pictures / HandMade Films; Jack Clayton (director); Peter Nelson (screenplay); Maggie Smith, Bob Hoskins, Wendy Hiller, Marie Kean, Ian McNeice, Alan Devlin, Prunella Scales, Sheila Reid, Aidan Gillen, Peter Gilmore, Aine Ni Mhuiri, Kate Binchy, Rudi Davies, Niall Buggy, Martina Stanley, Leonard McGuire, Catherine Cusack; Drama; Live Action

In 1988, "The Accidental Tourist" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Lawrence Kasdan (director/screenplay); Frank Galati (screenplay); William Hurt, Kathleen Turner, Geena Davis, Bill Pullman, Amy Wright, David Ogden Stiers, Ed Begley Jr.; Drama; Live Action

In 1988, "The Boost" was released by Hemdale Film Corporation; Harold Becker (director); Ben Stein, Darryl Ponicsan (screenplay); James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos, Steven Hill, Kelle Kerr, John Rothman, Amanda Blake, Barry Jenner; Drama; Live Action

In 1988, "Dominick and Eugene" was released by Orion Pictures; Robert M. Young (director); Corey Blechman, Alvin Sargent (screenplay); Tom Hulce, Ray Liotta, Jamie Lee Curtis, Todd Graff, Bill Cobbs, David Strathairn; Drama; Live Action

In 1988, "Hellbound: Hellraiser II" was released by New World Pictures; Tony Randel (director); Peter Atkins (screenplay); Clare Higgins, Ashley Laurence, Kenneth Cranham, Imogen Boorman, Doug Bradley, Nicholas Vince, Simon Bamford, Barbie Wilde, Sean Chapman, Oliver Smith, William Hope, Deborah Joel, Angus McInnes, Catherine Chevalier, Kevin Cole; Horror; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Another Day In Paradise” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Don't Know Much” by Linda Ronstadt Featuring Aaron Neville peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Fool For Your Loving” by Whitesnake peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Gimme Your Good Lovin'” by Diving For Pearls peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Just Like Jesse James” by Cher peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Rock And A Hard Place” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Serious Kinda Girl” by Christopher Max peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Don't Shut Me Out” by Kevin Paige peaked at number 67 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Here Is Christmas” by Ann And Nancy Wilson peaked at number 86 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Hide Your Heart” by KISS peaked at number 92 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Human Cannonball” by Webb Wilder peaked at number 85 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Leave A Light On” by Belinda Carlisle peaked at number 8 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “New Orleans is Sinking” by The Tragically Hip peaked at number 70 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Rock And A Hard Place” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 10 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Arms Of Orion” by Prince Featuring Sheena Easton peaked at number 61 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Last Worthless Evening” by Don Henley peaked at number 5 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “What Am I Supposed To Do” by Paul Hyde peaked at number 83 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, ✪ “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid II peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, ✪ “Hey Santa Claus” by Kevin Wilson peaked at number 78 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “All Through The Night” by Sybil peaked at number 84 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Burning The Ground” by Duran Duran peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “December” by All About Eve peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Dig This” by K.A. Posse peaked at number 87 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Everyday” by Jam Machine peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “From Me To You” by Jonathan Morris peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Go Go Now” by Marines peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Heart The Hunter” by Great White peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Hit Mix (Official Bootleg Megamix)” by Alexander O'Neal peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Italo House Mix” by Rococo (1980s) peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Leningrad” by Billy Joel peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Mixed Up Classix” by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra peaked at number 88 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Old-Fashioned Christmas” by Anne Charleston And Ian Smith peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Shadowmix” by The Shadows peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Starting Over Again” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Volaré (nel blu dipinto di blu)” by Gipsy Kings peaked at number 86 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Whenever God Shines His Light” by Van Morrison And Cliff Richard peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Never Too Late” by Kylie Minogue peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “New York Minute” by Don Henley peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Rhythm Nation” by Janet Jackson peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Rock And A Hard Place” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Message Is Love” by Arthur Baker And The Backbeat Disciples Featuring Al Green peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Jolie Louise” by Daniel Lanois peaked at number 33 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Losing My Mind” by Liza Minnelli peaked at number 42 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Megamix” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 32 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Pump Up The Jam” by Technotronic Featuring Felly peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Tremblement de terre” by Dorothée peaked at number 18 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Let's Party” by Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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