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In 1980, R.C., “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks. The hit was from the album, “Double Fantasy”. The single hit number one in the U.S. and the United Kingdom simultaneously.
In 1980, R.C., “Breakfast In America” by Supertramp peaked at #62 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Hungry Heart” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “Merry Christmas In The NFL” by Willis “The Guard” and Vigorish (Buckner and Garcia) peaked at #82 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, R.C., “What Can You Get A Wookiee For Christmas (When He Already Owns A Comb?)” by Star Wars Intergalactic Droid Choir and Chorale (Meco) peaked at #69 on the pop singles chart.
In 1980, The number one selling album: “DOUBLE FANTASY” from JOHN LENNON and YOKO ONO
In 1981, Edmonton Oiler Wayne Gretzky becomes fastest NHLer to get 100 point in a season (his 38th game), with four goals and an assist in 10-3 win over visiting Los Angeles Kings.
In 1982, Riding on the popularity of the early video game craze, “Starcade” began airing on TBS
In 1983, Van Halenʹs “1984” album was released. (some say December 31, which was the date that Van Halen had the New Yearʹs Eve party celebrating the release of the album)
In 1983, “Just Our Luck” (TV Comedy) aired for the last time. It stunk anyway.
In 1983, “Somebodyʹs Watching Me” single by Rockwell was released
In 1983, “Stay With Me Tonight” album by Jeffrey Osborne was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1985, Bob Hope recieved a Kennedy Center Honor.
In 1985, On Days of our Lives, Bo Brady (Peter Reckell) warned his wife, Hope (Kristian Alfonso), to not get involved with his investigation to prove Shane Donovan's innocence. Shane was accused of being a double agent.
In 1985, “Glitter”, TV General Drama; last aired on ABC.
In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “Heather Locklear of Dynasty (WOW!)”. Other Articles: Larry, Darryl and Darryl, Amen
In 1986, R.C., “Dancin' In My Sleep” by Secret Ties peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Donʹt Get Me Wrong” by Pretenders peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by Wang Chung peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “The Futureʹs So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades” by Timbuk Three peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, R.C., “War” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1986, Richie Rich cartoon last aired on ABC.
In 1987, For NBC, Gayle Sierens became the first woman to do televised play-by-play of an NFL game, during Kansas Cityʹs 41-20 victory vs. Seattle.
In 1987, Steve Largent of the Seattle Seahawks becomes the NFLʹs all-time receptions leader in the Seahawksʹ 41-20 loss to Kansas City. Largentʹs six catches give him 752, surpassing the 750 by San Diegoʹs Charlie Joiner. Gayle Sierens announcing the game for NBC becomes the first female play-by-play announcer in NFL history.
In 1987, TV Guide Listing: 8:30 p.m./ET “My Two Dads” (NBC); In this repeat of the series opener, Joey and Michael are given joint custody of Nicole (Staci Keanan) after being told that one of them fathered the 12-year-old. Joey: Greg Evigan. Michael: Paul Reiser (Repeat). Note: Neither of the males were gay by any stretch of the imagination.
In 1988, On General Hospital, Sean Donely (John Reilly) convinced Colton Shore (Scott Thompson Baker) to join him in the investigation.
In 1989, “Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer” album and single by Elmo And Patsy were certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1985, "Joey" was released by New World Pictures; Roland Emmerich (director/screenplay); Hans J. Haller, Thomas Lechner (screenplay); Joshua Morrell, Eva Kryll; Horror, Fantasy; Live Action
In 1980, ✪ “What Can You Get A Wookiee For Christmas (When He Already Owns A Comb?)” by The Star Wars Intergalactic Droid Choir And Chorale (Meco) peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennon peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Breakfast In America” by Supertramp peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Crazay” by Jesse Johnson Featuring Sly Stone peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Dancing In My Sleep” by Secret Ties peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Get Me Wrong” by The Pretenders peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by Wang Chung peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Everybody's Got To Learn Sometime” by The Korgis peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “For Tonight” by Nancy Martinez peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gotta Have More Love” by Climax Blues Band peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Gypsy Spirit” by Pendulum peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartache Away” by Don Johnson peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hungry Heart” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Love Is Forever” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Need Your Loving Tonight” by Queen peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Spend The Night In Love” by Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Future's So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades” by Timbuk 3 peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Turn And Walk Away” by The Babys peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Stand So Close To Me '86” by The Police peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Emotion In Motion” by Ric Ocasek peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Goldmine” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartache Away” by Don Johnson peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Rain” by Oran "Juice" Jones peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Way It Is” by Bruce Hornsby And The Range peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Too Much Or Nothing” by General Public peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Stand So Close To Me '86” by The Police peaked at number 27 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Emotion In Motion” by Ric Ocasek peaked at number 18 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Goldmine” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 44 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Heartache Away” by Don Johnson peaked at number 71 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Rain” by Oran "Juice" Jones peaked at number 8 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Way It Is” by Bruce Hornsby And The Range peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Too Much Or Nothing” by General Public peaked at number 83 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 11 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Because Of You” by Dexy's Midnight Runners peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Distant Star” by Anthony Hopkins peaked at number 75 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hip To Be Square” by Huey Lewis And The News peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “O' My Father Had A Rabbit” by Ray Moore peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl In Town)” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Slow Rivers” by Elton John And Cliff Richard peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Step Right Up” by Jaki Graham peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “The Meaning Of Christmas” by Boris Gardiner peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1986, “You Can Dance If You Want To” by Go Go Lorenzo And The Davis Pinckney Project peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Can You Feel It / Bless His Soul” by The Jacksons peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Stand So Close To Me '86” by The Police peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Funky Town” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Hungry Town” by Big Pig peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Let's Go To Paradise” by Mental As Anything peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Talk To Me / Naked City” by KISS peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Two Cans Of Fosters And A Packet Of Potato Chips / The Barmans Reply” by Flinn peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1986, “War (Live) / Merry Christmas Baby” by Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “What You're Proposing / A B Blues” by Status Quo peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Who'll Be The Fool Tonight / Further Notice” by Larsen-Feiten Band peaked at number 91 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Whose Problem? / Cry Baby” by The Motels peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, “World War 3 / Dusty” by XL Capris peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1980, ✪ “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” by The Police peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Celebration” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)” by Glass Tiger peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Don't Give Up” by Peter Gabriel And Kate Bush peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “French Kissin' In The U.S.A.” by Debbie Harry peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Geef ons vrede” by Robert Long peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Jabdah” by Koto peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Love On The Rocks” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “My Malaysia” by Babe peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Open Your Heart” by Madonna peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Passion” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Radar Love” by Centerfold peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Rock Around The Clock” by Zangeres Zonder Naam And Normaal peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Stranger In A Strange Land” by Iron Maiden peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Hollywood Seven” by Jon English peaked at number 18 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1980, “Super Trouper” by ABBA peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Call Up” by The Clash peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Tide Is High” by Blondie peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1980, “You And Me” by Spargo peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Je t'attends” by Johnny Hallyday peaked at number 23 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1986, “True Blue” by Madonna peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1980, “The Tide Is High” by Blondie peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1986, “Warriors (Of The Wasteland)” by Frankie Goes To Hollywood peaked at number 13 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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