In 1982, On Texas, a KVIK telethon showcased local Houston talent including Lurlene Walker (Tina Johnson), Justin and Gregory (Linden) Marshall (Jerry Lanning and Damion Scheller), Allison Linden (Terri Garber), Vivien Gorrow (Gretchen Oehler), T.J. Canfield (David Forsyth), Paige Marshall (Lisby Larson) and Billy Joe Wright (John McCafferty). The soap was in its final three episodes.
In 1982, On “Late Night with David Letterman” on NBC, sends Nastassja Kinski away in tears. Kinskiʹs hair was done in a bizarre bun-like manner that Letterman described as “an owl perched on her head.” Letterman sent the show to commercial once by saying, “Weʹll be right back with the rinse and set.” Kinski also was completed loopy and somewhat oblivious to Lettermanʹs mocking, not unlike Farrah Fawcett in her recent appearance. But the clincher for this episode being an all-timer was John Candyʹs appearance (later in the show). When Letterman introduced him, Candy walked out with his short hair moussed up on end.
In 1984, On the cover of TV Guide: “Larry Hagman and Linda Gray of Dallas”. Other Articles: Robert Prosky, Highway to Heaven
In 1984, R.C., “Do They Know Itʹs Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, Wayne Gretzky of the Edmonton Oilers scored his 100th point in the 35th game of the season, a 6-3 victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Gretzky went on to score 208 points that season, the third time he broke the 200-point barrier.
In 1986, On Santa Barbara, Tori (Kristen Meadows) returned to Santa Barbara to see Mason (Lane Davies) after her agent stole all her money.
In 1986, Wordplay, the game show that replaced Search for Tomorrow, debuted to strong ratings on NBC. The show faded quickly and was canceled less than nine months later.
In 1986, “Wordplay”, TV Game Show; debut on NBC.
In 1987, On Ryan's Hope, Maeve (Helen Gallagher) and Johnny (Bernard Barrow) fought when she demanded Dakota (Christopher Durham) move out. By the end of the episode, Johnny declared, "If he goes, I go."
In 1989, Jane Pauley marked her last day as co-host of the “Today” show after 13 years. Her successor was Deborah Norville.
In 1989, On All My Children: Tad Martin married Dixie…for the first time. Tad stumbled into the church late for the wedding.
In 1989, “The Wallace and Ladmo Show”, also known as “Itʹs Wallace?” and “Wallace and Company” taped its final show on KPHO-TV five in Phoenix, Arizona, ending one of the longest-running, daily, locally produced childrenʹs television shows in American broadcasting history with 35 years and nearly eight months.
In 1983, "Seeding of a Ghost" was released by Shaw Brothers Studio; Chuan Yang (director); Lam Yee Hung (screenplay); Phillip Ko, Maria Yuen, Norman Chui; Horror; Live action
In 1984, ✪ “Nellie The Elephant” by Toy Dolls peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Little Words” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Resurrection Joe” by The Cult peaked at number 74 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “September Song” by Ian McCulloch peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “So Near To Christmas” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Soul Deep (Part 1)” by Council Collective peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Theme From 'Traveling Man'” by Duncan Browne peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “It Ain't Necessarily So” by Bronski Beat peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Last Time I Made Love” by Jeffrey Osborne And Joyce Kennedy peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Waarom ben ik met Kerstmis zo alleen” by Koos Alberts peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Blue Jean” by David Bowie peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Good-Bye My Love (Verzeih My Love)” by Mireille Mathieu And Peter Alexander peaked at number 25 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Here She Comes” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Tante Marie” by Ludwig Hirsch peaked at number 30 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Too Late For Goodbyes” by Julian Lennon peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “When The Rain Begins To Fall” by Jermaine Jackson And Pia Zadora peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The War Song” by Culture Club peaked at number 7 on the France pop singles chart.
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