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The 80's Datebook for December 25

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In 1980, “Games People Play”, TV Sports; last aired on NBC.

In 1981, On General Hospital, Luke (Anthony Geary), Tiffany (Sharon Wyatt) and more performed for the children at the hospital.

In 1982, On the cover of TV Guide: “Merry Christmas”. Other Articles: Newhart, Soft Drink Wars

In 1982, Special guests on this week's syndicated US music television series The Glen Campbell Music Show included Emmylou Harris who performed "My Song Bird" and "Cheatin' Is" and then with Glen Campbell played "Gone at Last" and "Time in a Bottle".

In 1984, ABC aired the final episode of primetime soap opera Paper Dolls.

In 1984, The first manmade comet was visible in the sky on this Christmas Day. The sphere of chemicals from a West German satellite appeared to be yellowish-green, and in the constellation Virgo. Many thought it was Santa taking the quick way back to the North Pole.

In 1985, “George Burns Comedy Week”, TV Comedy Anthology; last aired on CBS.

In 1986, On EastEnders, Dirty Den gave Angie divorce papers for Christmas. The episode was watched by 30 million viewers.

In 1986, On One Life to Live, Kate and Cord found a treasure on Devilʹs Claw, and an explosion occurred.

In 1987, The movie “Broadcast News” opened in U.S.A. theaters

In 1989, Billy Martin dies in an automobile accident as a passenger on an icy road near his home in Binghamton, New York. An unconfirmed rumor, denied by George Steinbrenner, had the 61-year-old ready to become the Yankeesʹ manager for a sixth time, replacing Bucky Dent if the team faltered at the start of the 1990 season.

In 1989, The New Republic allegedly corrects TIME magazine regarding the phrase that Arsenio Hallʹs “Dog Pound” has been chanting. “Roof! Roof! Roof!”, not “Wooh! Wooh! Wooh!” A few weeks later, the Washington Post corrects them both — itʹs *actually* “Woof! Woof! Woof!”

In 1980, "Altered States" was released by Warner Bros.; Ken Russell (director); Sidney Aaron (screenplay); William Hurt, Blair Brown, Bob Balaban, Charles Haid, Thaao Penghlis, Drew Barrymore, Megan Jeffers, Dori Brenner, Peter Brandon, George Gaynes, Jack Murdock, John Larroquette; Sci-Fi, Horror; Live action

In 1980, "First Family" was released by Warner Bros. / F.F. Associates; Buck Henry (director/screenplay); Bob Newhart, Madeline Kahn, Gilda Radner, Richard Benjamin, Bob Dishy, Harvey Korman, Fred Willard, Rip Torn, Austin Pendleton, John Hancock, Julius Harris; Comedy; Live action

In 1981, "Modern Problems" was released by 20th Century Fox; Ken Shapiro (director/screenplay); Tom Sherohman, Arthur Sellers (screenplay); Chevy Chase, Patti D'Arbanville, Mary Kay Place, Brian Doyle-Murray, Nell Carter, Dabney Coleman, Mitch Kreindel; Fantasy, Comedy; Live Action

In 1985, "Murphy's Romance" was released by Columbia Pictures; Martin Ritt (director); Harriet Frank Jr., Irving Ravetch (screenplay); Sally Field, James Garner, Brian Kerwin, Corey Haim, Dennis Burkley, Carole King, Georgann Johnson, Anna Levine, Charles Lane, Bruce French, John C. Becher, Dortha Duckworth, Michael Prokopuk, Billy Ray Sharkey, Michael Crabtree, Henry Slate; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 1985, "Revolution" was released by Warner Bros.; Hugh Hudson (director); Robert Dillon (screenplay); Al Pacino, Donald Sutherland, Nastassja Kinski, Dexter Fletcher, Sid Owen, Joan Plowright, Dave King, Steven Berkoff, John Wells, Annie Lennox, Richard O'Brien, Paul Brooke, Frank Windsor, Jesse Birdsall, Graham Greene, Robbie Coltrane; Historical, Drama; Live Action

In 1985, "The Trip to Bountiful" was released by Island Pictures; Peter Masterson (director); Horton Foote (screenplay); Geraldine Page, John Heard, Carlin Glynn, Richard Bradford, Rebecca De Mornay, Kevin Cooney, Dave Tanner, Gil Glasgow, Mary Kay Mars, Norman Bennett, Harvey Lewis, Kirk Sisco, Wezz Tildon, Peggy Ann Byers, David Romo, Tony Torn, John Torn, Alexandra Masterson, Don Wyse; Drama; Live Action

In 1986, "Brighton Beach Memoirs" was released by Universal Pictures / Rastar; Gene Saks (director); Neil Simon (screenplay); Blythe Danner, Bob Dishy, Judith Ivey, Jonathan Silverman, Stacey Glick, Lisa Waltz, Brian Drillinger; Comedy; Live Action

In 1986, "The Morning After" was released by 20th Century Fox / Lorimar Film Entertainment; Sidney Lumet (director); James Hicks, David Rayfiel (screenplay); Jane Fonda, Jeff Bridges, Raul Julia, Diane Salinger, Richard Foronjy, Bruce Vilanch, Geoffrey Scott, Kathleen Wilhoite, Corey Everson, Kathy Bates, Frances Bergen, James Haake, Don Hood; Mystery; Live Action

In 1987, "Broadcast News" was released by 20th Century Fox / Gracie Films; James L. Brooks (director/screenplay); William Hurt, Albert Brooks, Holly Hunter, Robert Prosky, Lois Chiles, Joan Cusack, Peter Hackes, Christian Clemenson, Jack Nicholson, Leo Burmester, Marita Geraghty, Glen Roven, Marc Shaiman, Martha Smith, John Cusack, Gennie James; Comedy, Romance, Drama; Live Action

In 1987, "Empire of the Sun" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Amblin Entertainment; Steven Spielberg (director); Tom Stoppard (screenplay); Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano, Leslie Phillips, Masatō Ibu, Emily Richard, Rupert Frazer, Ben Stiller, Robert Stephens, Guts Ishimatsu, Burt Kwouk, Paul McGann, Marc de Jonge, J. G. Ballard, Peter Gale, Takatarô Kataoka; Epic, War; Live Action

In 1987, "Good Morning, Vietnam" was released by Touchstone Pictures; Barry Levinson (director); Mitch Markowitz (screenplay); Robin Williams, Forest Whitaker, Chintara Sukapatana, Bruno Kirby, Robert Wuhl, J. T. Walsh, Noble Willingham, Richard Edson, Richard Portnow, Floyd Vivino, Tung Thanh Tran, Juney Smith, Cu Ba Nguyen; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 1987, "Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night" was released by New World Pictures / Filmation; Hal Sutherland (director); Robby London, Barry O'Brien, Dennis O'Flaherty (screenplay); Scott Grimes, Tom Bosley, Ed Asner, Frank Welker, Jonathan Harris, James Earl Jones, William Windom, Don Knotts, Rickie Lee Jones, Linda Gary, Lana Beeson; Animation, Fantasy, Adventure; Animation

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “A Penny For Your Thoughts” by Tavares peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I Gotta Try” by Michael McDonald peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Nowhere To Run” by Santana peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Psychobabble” by The Alan Parsons Project peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “Mickey” by Toni Basil peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Missing You” by Dan Fogelberg peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1982, “The Girl Is Mine” by Michael Jackson And Paul McCartney peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “Baa Baa Black Sheep” by Singing Sheep peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “Singalong-A-Santa” by Santa Claus And The Christmas Trees peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, ✪ “Xmas Party” by Snowmen peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Blue Christmas (The Shakin' Stevens EP)” by Shakin' Stevens peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Christmas Rapping” by Dizzy Heights peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Dear Addy” by Kid Creole And The Coconuts peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Let's Get This Straight (From The Start) / Old” by Kevin Rowland And Dexy's Midnight Runners peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Little Town” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Loopzilla” by George Clinton peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Party Party” by Elvis Costello And The Attractions peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy” by Bing Crosby And David Bowie peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Under Attack” by ABBA peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Don't Change / Go West” by INXS peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Dreamworld / In Control” by Formula One peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Hot In The City / Hole In The Wall” by Billy Idol peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I Will Always Love You / Do I Ever Cross Your Mind” by Dolly Parton peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “I.G.Y. (What A Beautiful World) / Walk Between Raindrops” by Donald Fagen peaked at number 69 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Keeps Me Wondering Why / Get On Home” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Maneater / Delayed Reaction” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “My Baby Loves To Hurt Me / For The Love Of A Woman” by Brian Cadd peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Ramona / Blacktown Boogie” by Dragon peaked at number 96 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Really Saying Something / Give Us Back Our Cheap Fares” by Bananarama And Fun Boy Three peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Shaping Up / I Don't Wanna Lose You” by The Sherbs (as Sherbet) peaked at number 79 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Sleepwalking / When I Rest” by Gerry Rafferty peaked at number 87 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Solid Rock / Four Weeks Gone” by Goanna peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Someone Somewhere (In Summertime) / King Is White And In The Crowd” by Simple Minds peaked at number 89 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “The Traveler / Slow Down” by Big Red peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1982, “This Guy's In Love (With You) / Cry” by The Reels peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, “Koh-I-Noor” by Jan Rot peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Louise” by Phil Everly peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Mirror Man” by The Human League peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Ooh La, La, La (Let's Go Dancing)” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Truckcar race” by Henk Wijngaard peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Under Attack” by ABBA peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1982, “You Can't Hurry Love” by Phil Collins peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1982, ✪ “I Eat Cannibals” by Toto Coelo peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Child Come Away” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Heartbreaker” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1982, “Muscles” by Diana Ross peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

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