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1986 (MCMLXXXVI) was a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1986th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 986th year of the 2nd millennium, the 86th year of the 20th century, and the 7th year of the 1980s decade.
The year 1986 was designated as the International Year of Peace by the United Nations.

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    Today the Song Hello by Lionel Richie: Reaches 1 Million Copies Sold May 2, 1986

    On this day May 2, 1986, "Hello" by Lionel Richie achieved sales of 1 million copies in the UK. This marked the first time the Motown label reached a million units in the UK.
  2. Pete

    On This Day May 2 1986, The Season Finale of The Fall Guy Aired

    On this day May 2, 1986, the final episode of "The Fall Guy" aired, concluding its successful five-season run with a total of 113 episodes. Broadcasted on ABC and starring Lee Majors, the show entertained audiences with its action-packed adventures and captivating characters. As a fun fact, "The...
  3. Pete

    Oingo Boingo's 'Dead Man's Party': A Cinematic Breakout on April 29, 1986

    On this day April 29, 1986, Oingo Boingo's "Dead Man's Party" gained popularity, notably featured in the film "Back to School."
  4. Pete

    Just the Ten of Us Premieres: April 26, 1986 - A Growing Pains Spin-Off

    On this day April 26 1986, ABC premiered "Just the Ten of Us," a series that ran for three seasons with a total of 47 episodes. It was a spin-off from "Growing Pains." Fun Fact: The theme song for "Just the Ten of Us," titled "Doin' it the Best I Can," was performed by Bill Medley.
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    The Chernobyl Disaster: April 26, 1986 - A Tragic Nuclear Catastrophe

    On this day April 26 1986, the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Soviet Union experienced the most catastrophic nuclear disaster in history. Nearly 100 deaths were directly attributed to the accident, with over 9,000 fatalities related to cancer.
  6. Pete

    Today April 25 1986, was the Release of '8 Million Ways to Die'

    On this day April 25 1986, the movie "8 Million Ways to Die," directed by Hal Ashby and featuring Jeff Bridges, Rosanna Arquette, Alexandra Paul, and Andy Garcia, was released. Despite having a budget of $18 million, it only grossed $1.3 million at the box office.
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    'Violets are Blue' was Released Today April 25 1986, Starring Sissy Spaceck

    On this day April 25 1986, the film "Violets are Blue," directed by Jack Fisk and starring Sissy Spacek, Kevin Kline, and Bonnie Bedelia, was released. Despite having a budget of $10 million, it only grossed $4.7 million at the box office.
  8. Pete

    On This Day April 21, 1986: Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' Rocks the Charts

    On this day April 211986, "Sledgehammer" by Peter Gabriel was released. It later claimed the #1 spot on the American charts from July 26 to August 1. Additionally, the song reached #1 in Canada.
  9. Pete

    On This Day "April 21, 1986: Geraldo Rivera's Al Capone's Vault: The Record-Breaking Disappointment"

    On this day April 21 1986, Geraldo Rivera hosted "The Mystery of Al Capone’s Vault," which became the highest-rated syndicated show of all time, drawing in over 30 million viewers. However, viewers were left disappointed when the vault yielded nothing of significance.
  10. Pete

    Kool Aid Oh Yeah 1986 Commercial

    how many of you remember this 1986 Kool-Aid Oh Yeah commercial?
  11. Pete

    "Kiss" by Prince: America's #1 Hit on April 19, 1986

    On this day April 19, 1986, Prince's "Kiss" claimed the top spot as the #1 song in America, maintaining its position until May 2. This groovy track also reached #1 in the UK. "Kiss" secured its place in music history by ranking #85 on the Rolling Stone list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All-Time.
  12. Pete

    Today April 18 1986, At Close Range was Released

    On this day April 18 1986, the film "At Close Range" hit theaters, directed by James Foley and featuring Sean Penn, Christopher Walken, Mary Stuart Masterson, Chris Penn, David Strathairn, Crispin Glover, Kiefer Sutherland, and Eileen Ryan. Despite a $6.5 million budget, it only earned $2.3...
  13. Pete

    Murphy's Law Released Today April 18, 1986

    On this day April 18 1986, "Murphy’s Law" hit theaters, directed by J. Lee Thompson and featuring Charles Bronson and Kathleen Wilhoite. Made on an $8 million budget, it raked in $9.9 million at the box office.
  14. Pete

    "Love Zone" (April 15, 1986): Billy Ocean's R&B Triumph

    On this day April 15 1986, Billy Ocean's sixth album "Love Zone" was released, hitting #6 on the Billboard Charts and claiming the coveted #1 spot in R&B. This album features the hit song Going Gets Tough.
  15. Pete

    On This Day April 14, 1986 Judas Priest's 'Turbo' was Released

    On this day April 14, 1986, Judas Priest released their tenth album, "Turbo," which debuted at #17 on the Billboard charts.
  16. Pete

    Soul Train's 500th Episode: A Celebration of Music and Dance April 12, 1986

    On this day April 12, 1986, Soul Train reached a significant milestone with its 500th episode airing. The episode featured a lineup of vibrant dance songs including "Do It To Me Good (Tonight)" by Michael Henderson, "Another Night" by Aretha Franklin, and "I'm Not Gonna Let You (Get The Best Of...
  17. Pete

    Critters: Release and Box Office Success - April 11, 1986

    On this day April 11, 1986, the film "Critters" was released, directed by Stephen Herek and featuring a cast including Dee Wallace, M. Emmet Walsh, Billy "Green" Bush, Scott Grimes, Nadine van der Velde, Don Keith Opper, Billy Zane, Ethan Phillips, and Terrance Mann. Made with a budget of $3...
  18. Pete

    Master of Puppets (1986)

    Title: Master of Puppets Artist: Metallica Genre: Thrash Metal Released: 1986 Tracks: 1 - Battery - 5:11 2 - Master of Puppets - 8:38 3 - The Thing That Should Not Be - 6:39 4 - Welcome Home (Sanitarium) - 6:27 5 - Disposable Heroes - 8:21 6 - Leper Messiah - 5:42 7 - Orion - 8:27...
  19. Pete

    Damon Wayans' Controversial SNL Sketch Alteration: March 15, 1986

    On this day March 15, 1986, amid growing discontent at #SNL, Damon Wayans deliberately altered a sketch by portraying a police officer as an effeminate gay man. Following the incident, Lorne Michaels fired Wayans immediately after the show, only to bring him back for the season's final episode.
  20. Pete

    March 1, 1986: "Kyrie" by Mr. Mister Hits #1 in America, Canada, and Norway

    On this day March 1, 1986, "Kyrie" by Mr. Mister topped the charts as the #1 song in America, maintaining its position from March 1 to March 14. It also achieved the #1 spot in Canada and Norway.
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