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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, “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, “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, 🎄 “So Near To Christmas” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, 🎄🤣 “I'm A Little Christmas Cracker” by Bouncing Czechs peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, ✪✪ “Nellie The Elephant” by Toy Dolls peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “De sprong in het duister” by Peter Koelewijn peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Everything She Wants / Last Christmas” by Wham! peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “People From Ibiza” by Sandy Marton peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, 🎄 “Do They Know It's Christmas?” by Band Aid peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “If This Is It” by Huey Lewis and The News peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Varje liten droppe regn” by Herreys peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Just Called To Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Snoopy” by Chantal Goya peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Tous les samedis soir” by Billy [FR 1980s] peaked at number 33 on the France pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Still Loving You” by Scorpions peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “We Belong” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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