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.
299 On This Day Articles
On This Day December 14 1985 – Roger Maris Passed Away at Age 51 from Non Hodgkin Lymphoma
On this day December 14 1985 Roger Maris passed away at age 51 from non Hodgkin lymphoma, marking the loss of one of baseball’s most iconic figures. Maris became a sports legend in 1961 when he broke Babe Ruth’s long standing single season home run
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On This Day December 13 1985 – Legend Premiered in the United Kingdom
On this day December 13 1985 Legend premiered in the United Kingdom and brought a dark fantasy adventure filled with mythical creatures, striking visuals, and a story centered on the battle between light and darkness. The film followed a young hero who set out to
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On This Day December 13 1985 – Clue Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 13 1985 Clue premiered in theaters and delivered a comedic mystery inspired by the classic board game. The film brought together a group of eccentric guests trapped in a mansion as they tried to make sense of a series of suspicious
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On This Day December 13 1985 – A Chorus Line Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 13 1985 A Chorus Line premiered in theaters and brought the famous Broadway musical to the big screen through a story focused on dancers competing for coveted roles in a new production. The film followed their emotional auditions, personal confessions, and
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On This Day December 12 1985 – Arrow Flight 1285 Crashed After Takeoff in Gander Newfoundland
On this day December 12 1985 Arrow Flight 1285 crashed shortly after takeoff in Gander Newfoundland, resulting in the loss of all 256 people on board. Among the victims were 236 members of the United States Army’s 101st Airborne Division who were returning home after
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On This Day December 11 1985 – Mary Premiered on CBS
On this day December 11 1985 Mary premiered on CBS and introduced a sitcom built around a television reporter starting over at a new Chicago station. The show followed her attempts to rebuild her career while juggling workplace challenges, newsroom personalities, and the fast pace
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On This Day December 11 1985 – Foley Square Premiered on CBS
On this day December 11 1985 Foley Square premiered on CBS and introduced viewers to a workplace comedy centered on a young assistant district attorney balancing her career, personal life, and the steady stream of challenges inside a bustling New York office. The show mixed
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On This Day December 11 1985 – The Jewel of the Nile Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 11 1985 The Jewel of the Nil e premiered in theaters and continued the adventurous journey of a romance novelist and her daring partner as they became tangled in a new quest filled with danger, mystery, and unexpected allies. Set across
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On This Day December 9 1985 – The 2 Part Mini Series Alice in Wonderland Aired on CBS
On this day December 9 1985 the 2 part mini series Alice in Wonderland aired on CBS and brought a star filled adaptation of the classic story to television. The production followed young Alice as she traveled through a strange and whimsical world filled with
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On This Day December 10 1985 – Club Ninja by Blue Öyster Cult Was Released
On this day December 10 1985 Club Ninja by Blue Öyster Cult was released and delivered a polished rock album that blended melodic hooks, powerful vocals, and a modern mid 80s production style. The record featured a mix of energetic tracks and atmospheric moments that
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On This Day December 7 1985 – Broken Wings by Mister Mister Became the Number 1 Song in America
On this day December 7 1985 Broken Wings reached the top of the American charts and marked a major milestone for Mister Mister. The song’s emotional tone, expressive vocals, and atmospheric production helped it stand out in the mid 80s music landscape. Its reflective style
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On This Day December 6 1985 – Spies Like Us Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 6 1985 Spies Like Us premiered in theaters and delivered a comedy adventure centered on two inexperienced government employees who were sent on a mission far beyond their abilities. The film followed their chaotic journey through mishaps, mistaken identities, and escalating
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On This Day December 6 1985 – Fool for Love Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 6 1985 Fool for Love premiered in theaters and brought a tense, intimate drama to the screen centered on two former lovers confronting unresolved emotions. The film followed the pair as they reunited in a remote motel where rising conflict, personal
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On This Day December 4 1985 – Young Sherlock Holmes Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 4 1985 Young Sherlock Holmes arrived in theaters with a fresh take on the legendary detective’s early years. The story followed teenage Sherlock Holmes and John Watson as they uncovered a sinister mystery tied to a secret society operating within their
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On This Day December 3 1985 – Courteney Cox Used the Word Period for the First Time on National Television
On this day December 3 1985 Courteney Cox used the word period for the first time on national television during a commercial that marked a major cultural shift in how women’s health products were advertised. At a time when such topics were often avoided or
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On This Day December 31 1984 – Def Leppard Drummer Rick Allen Lost His Arm in a Car Crash
On this day December 31 1984, Rick Allen, drummer for Def Leppard, lost his left arm in a serious car crash. The accident threatened to end his music career at the height of the band’s success during the 1980s rock boom. After an extensive recovery,
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On This Day December 30 1984 – Randy Macho Man Savage Married His Manager Elizabeth
On this day December 30 1984, Randy Savage married his real life manager Elizabeth, blending wrestling storyline mystique with a genuine personal milestone. Their relationship had already become a major part of televised wrestling, drawing attention for its emotional presentation and dramatic tension. The marriage
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On This Day December 30 1984 – Crazy Like a Fox Premiered on CBS
On this day December 30 1984, Crazy Like a Fox premiered on CBS, introducing a lighthearted detective series that blended mystery solving with family based humor. The show followed a private investigator working alongside his lawyer son, mixing crime stories with generational tension and wit.
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On This Day December 29 1984 – Final Episode of Partners in Crime Aired on Television
On this day December 29 1984, the final episode of Partners in Crime aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived mystery series. The show centered on a married detective duo solving cases together, blending crime investigation with lighthearted banter. Partners in Crime
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On This Day December 28 1984 – The Final Episode of The Edge of Night Aired on Television
On this day December 28 1984, the final episode of The Edge of Night aired on television, bringing an end to one of the longest running crime themed soap operas in American TV history. The series stood apart from traditional daytime dramas by blending courtroom
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On This Day December 25 1984 – Final Episode of Glitter Aired on Television
On this day December 25 1984, the final episode of Glitter aired on television, bringing an early end to the short lived series. The show focused on ambition, fame, and the music business, themes that were closely tied to the glossy pop culture image of
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On This Day December 22 1984 – Bernhard Goetz Shot Four Teenagers on a Manhattan Subway Train
On this day December 22 1984, Bernhard Goetz shot four teenagers on an express subway train in Manhattan after believing he was about to be mugged. The incident unfolded inside a crowded New York City subway car and immediately drew national attention as details spread
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On This Day December 22 1984 – Like a Virgin by Madonna Hit Number One on the US Billboard Charts
On this day December 22 1984 Like a Virgin by Madonna reached number one on the US Billboard charts, becoming the biggest song in America during the height of her early career. The track marked a defining moment in 80s pop music as Madonna moved
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On This Day December 21 1984 – Johnny Dangerously Premiered in Theaters
On this day December 21 1984 Johnny Dangerously premiered in theaters and delivered a playful gangster comedy that parodied classic crime films with sharp humor and exaggerated characters. The movie followed an ordinary young man who turned to a life of crime to support his
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