On This Day During the 80s
Travel back through the 1980s and discover what happened on this day in music, movies, television, pop culture and more.
631 On This Day Articles
On This Day September 22, 1984 – Cover Up Premiered on CBS
On this day September 22, 1984 the action drama Cover Up premiered on CBS. The series followed a fashion photographer who becomes involved in secret government missions after her husband’s death, teaming up with an undercover operative to take on dangerous assignments. Cover Up combined
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On This Day September 22, 1984 – Missing You by John Waite Became the Number One Song in America
On this day September 22, 1984 John Waite’s single Missing You reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the biggest song in the country. The track, from his album No Brakes, showcased Waite’s emotional delivery and strong songwriting, resonating with listeners who
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On This Day September 21, 1984 – America Released Perspective
On this day September 21, 1984 America released their twelfth studio album, Perspective . Known for their classic hits of the 1970s, America entered the mid 80s with a fresh approach, incorporating synthesizers and production techniques that reflected the era’s changing musical landscape. Perspective marked
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On This Day September 21 1984 – The River Rat Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 21 1984, The River Rat premiered in theaters. The drama starred Tommy Lee Jones as Billy, a man recently released from prison, who reconnects with his teenage daughter played by Martha Plimpton. Together, they restore a rundown boat and set out
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On This Day September 21 1984 – Windy City Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 21 1984, Windy City premiered in theaters. The drama followed a group of friends in Chicago who reunite when one of them reveals he is terminally ill. Their conversations and reflections explore friendship, lost opportunities, and the passage of time. With
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On This Day September 21 1984 – Places in the Heart Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 21 1984, Places in the Heart premiered in theaters. The drama starred Sally Field as Edna Spalding, a widow in Depression era Texas struggling to save her farm after her husband’s sudden death. The film explored themes of resilience, community, and
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On This Day September 21 1984 – All of Me Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 21 1984, All of Me premiered in theaters. The comedy starred Steve Martin as Roger Cobb, a struggling lawyer whose life is turned upside down when the soul of a dying millionaire, played by Lily Tomlin, accidentally inhabits his body. The
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On This Day September 20 1984 – Who’s the Boss Premiered on ABC
On this day September 20 1984, Who’s the Boss premiered on ABC. The sitcom starred Tony Danza as Tony Micelli, a retired baseball player who takes a job as a live in housekeeper for advertising executive Angela Bower, played by Judith Light. The show became
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On This Day September 20 1984 – The Cosby Show Premiered on NBC
On this day September 20 1984, The Cosby Show premiered on NBC. The sitcom centered on the Huxtable family, led by Cliff and Clair Huxtable, and quickly became one of the most successful and influential shows of the decade. Blending humor with family values, the
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On This Day September 20 1984 – Suicide Car Bomber Attacked the US Embassy in Beirut
On this day September 20 1984, a suicide car bomber attacked the United States Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon. The devastating blast killed more than 20 people, including Americans and Lebanese citizens, and left dozens more injured. The attack came during a period of escalating violence
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On This Day September 19 1984 – Amadeus Premiered in Theaters
On this day September 19 1984, Amadeus premiered in theaters. Directed by Miloš Forman, the film offered a dramatic retelling of the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as seen through the eyes of his rival Antonio Salieri. With its lavish production, stunning performances, and powerful
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On This Day September 19 1984 – Highway to Heaven Premiered on NBC
On this day September 19 1984, Highway to Heaven premiered on NBC. The drama starred Michael Landon as Jonathan Smith, an angel sent to Earth on a mission to help people in need, accompanied by his friend Mark Gordon, played by Victor French. The series
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On This Day September 18 1984 – Final Episode of Three’s Company Aired
On this day September 18 1984, the final episode of Three’s Company aired, bringing an end to one of television’s most beloved sitcoms. Starring John Ritter, Joyce DeWitt, and later Priscilla Barnes, the series was famous for its comedic misunderstandings, slapstick humor, and the antics
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On This Day September 18 1984 – Hunter Premiered on NBC
On this day September 18 1984, Hunter premiered on NBC. The police drama starred Fred Dryer as Sgt. Rick Hunter, a tough, rule bending cop, and Stepfanie Kramer as Sgt. Dee Dee McCall, his sharp and fearless partner. The series was known for its gritty
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On This Day September 17 1984 – The Transformers Premiered in Syndication
On this day September 17 1984, the animated series The Transformers premiered in syndication. The show introduced audiences to the battle between the heroic Autobots, led by Optimus Prime, and the villainous Decepticons, commanded by Megatron. The series stood out for its combination of action,
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On This Day September 16 1984 – Punky Brewster Premiered on NBC
On this day September 16 1984, the family sitcom Punky Brewster premiered on NBC. The series told the story of a spirited young girl named Punky, played by Soleil Moon Frye, who along with her dog Brandon is abandoned by her mother and taken in
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On This Day September 16 1984 – Miami Vice Premiered on NBC
On this day September 16 1984, the stylish crime drama Miami Vice premiered on NBC. Created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann, the series followed undercover detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs as they battled drug cartels and crime in Miami. Miami Vice
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On This Day September 16 1984 – E/R Premiered on CBS
On this day September 16 1984, the sitcom E/R premiered on CBS. Set in a Chicago hospital emergency room, the show blended comedy with medical themes, offering a lighthearted take on the fast paced world of healthcare. The series starred Elliott Gould as Dr. Sheinfeld
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On This Day September 15 1984 – Pryor’s Place Premiered on CBS
On this day September 15 1984, the children’s television series Pryor's Place premiered on CBS. Created and hosted by legendary comedian Richard Pryor, the show blended comedy, life lessons, and music into a format similar to Sesame Street but with Pryor’s unique voice and style.
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On This Day September 15 1984 – Muppet Babies Premiered on CBS
On this day September 15 1984, the animated series Muppet Babies premiered on CBS. The show reimagined Jim Henson’s beloved Muppets as toddlers, living together in a nursery where their imaginations transformed everyday moments into grand adventures. Muppet Babies quickly became a Saturday morning favorite,
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On This Day September 15 1984 – Snorks Premiered on NBC
On this day September 15 1984, the animated series Snorks premiered on NBC. Created as a colorful underwater counterpart to the Smurfs, the show followed the adventures of small, snorkel headed creatures living in the underwater world of Snorkland. Snorks captured the imagination of young
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On This Day September 15 1984 – The Get Along Gang Premiered on CBS
On this day September 15 1984, the animated series The Get Along Gang premiered on CBS. The show followed a group of animal characters who gathered in their clubhouse caboose and went on adventures that taught lessons about friendship, teamwork, and responsibility. Led by Montgomery
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On This Day September 15 1984 – Pole Position Premiered on CBS
On this day September 15 1984, the animated series Pole Position premiered on CBS. Loosely inspired by the arcade racing game, the show followed siblings Tess, Dan, and their cousin Daisy Darret as they fought crime and solved mysteries while traveling the country as stunt
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On This Day September 15 1984 – No Remorse Compilation Album by Motörhead Released
On this day September 15 1984, Motörhead released the compilation album No Remorse . The record gathered some of the band’s most iconic tracks alongside new material, offering fans both a retrospective and fresh songs that captured the band’s raw energy. No Remorse included classics
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