80s events

Welcome to the We Love the Eighties Community

This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.

Join the discussion

See what members are talking about right now
Free registration. Facebook and Google login available.

Register Log in
  1. On This Day January 19 1981 - Muhammad Ali Talked a Man Down From a Hotel Ledge in Los Angeles

    On This Day January 19 1981 - Muhammad Ali Talked a Man Down From a Hotel Ledge in Los Angeles

    On this day January 19 1981, Muhammad Ali intervened during a crisis in Los Angeles when a 21 year old man threatened to jump from a hotel on Wilshire Boulevard. Ali personally spoke with the man for an extended period, using calm reassurance empathy and his commanding presence to convince him...
  2. On This Day January 19 1986 - The First PC Virus Known as The Brain Began Spreading

    On This Day January 19 1986 - The First PC Virus Known as The Brain Began Spreading

    On this day January 19 1986, the first widely recognized personal computer virus known as The Brain began spreading, marking a turning point in the history of home computing. Created by two brothers, the virus targeted IBM compatible PCs and spread through infected floppy disks, quietly altering...
  3. On This Day January 19 1983 - Apple Introduced the Lisa Computer

    On This Day January 19 1983 - Apple Introduced the Lisa Computer

    On this day January 19 1983, Apple introduced the Lisa computer, one of the first personal computers designed with a graphical user interface and a mouse for everyday users. The system represented a major shift away from text based commands, aiming to make computing more intuitive through icons...
  4. On This Day January 19 1981 – The United States and Iran Signed the Algiers Accords to End the Iran Hostage Crisis

    On This Day January 19 1981 – The United States and Iran Signed the Algiers Accords to End the Iran Hostage Crisis

    On this day January 19 1981, the United States and Iran signed the Algiers Accords, a set of diplomatic agreements that laid the groundwork for the release of the 52 American hostages who had been held in Tehran for more than 14 months during the Iran hostage crisis. The accords were mediated by...
  5. On This Day January 18 1981 - Wendy O Williams of The Plasmatics Was Arrested in Milwaukee After a Stage Performance

    On This Day January 18 1981 - Wendy O Williams of The Plasmatics Was Arrested in Milwaukee After a Stage Performance

    On this day January 18 1981, Wendy O Williams, the lead singer of The Plasmatics, was arrested in Milwaukee following a live performance that authorities deemed obscene. The incident occurred during one of the band’s notoriously confrontational shows, which were known for extreme visuals shock...
  6. On This Day January 16 1980 - Paul McCartney Was Arrested in Tokyo for Marijuana Possession

    On This Day January 16 1980 - Paul McCartney Was Arrested in Tokyo for Marijuana Possession

    On this day January 16 1980, Paul McCartney was arrested in Tokyo after Japanese authorities discovered approximately half a pound of marijuana in his luggage upon arrival at the airport. The incident occurred at the start of a planned tour, immediately halting performances and drawing worldwide...
  7. On This Day January 14 1986 - Actress Donna Reed Passed Away at Age 64

    On This Day January 14 1986 - Actress Donna Reed Passed Away at Age 64

    On this day January 14 1986, Donna Reed passed away at the age of 64 from pancreatic cancer. Reed was a beloved figure in American entertainment, remembered for a career that spanned classic Hollywood films and influential television work that shaped family centered programming. Her legacy...
  8. On This Day January 15 1987 - Ray Bolger Passed Away at Age 83

    On This Day January 15 1987 - Ray Bolger Passed Away at Age 83

    On this day January 15 1987, Ray Bolger passed away at age 83 from bladder cancer, closing the life of one of classic Hollywood’s most recognizable performers. Bolger enjoyed a long career across film stage and television, earning admiration for his expressive movement comedic timing and...
  9. On This Day January 14 1984 - Madonna Declared Her Ambition on American Bandstand

    On This Day January 14 1984 - Madonna Declared Her Ambition on American Bandstand

    On this day January 14 1984, Madonna appeared on an episode of American Bandstand and confidently told host Dick Clark that she wanted to rule the world. The moment came early in her career, just as her presence on music television and radio was beginning to surge. The statement quickly became...
  10. On This Day January 14 1981 - President Jimmy Carter Gave His Farewell Address to the Nation

    On This Day January 14 1981 - President Jimmy Carter Gave His Farewell Address to the Nation

    On this day January 14 1981, Jimmy Carter delivered his farewell address to the nation, marking the conclusion of his presidency and the end of a turbulent period in American history. Speaking directly to the public, Carter reflected on leadership responsibility national challenges and the...
  11. On This Day January 13 1982 – Air Florida Flight 90 Crashed Into the 14th Street Bridge in Washington D.C.

    On This Day January 13 1982 – Air Florida Flight 90 Crashed Into the 14th Street Bridge in Washington D.C.

    On this day January 13 1982, Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the 14th Street Bridge in Washington D.C. shortly after takeoff before plunging into the Potomac River. The disaster occurred during severe winter weather, with snow ice and poor visibility contributing to one of the deadliest...
  12. On This Day January 12 1986 - Florida Congressman Bill Nelson Flew Aboard Space Shuttle Columbia

    On This Day January 12 1986 - Florida Congressman Bill Nelson Flew Aboard Space Shuttle Columbia

    On this day January 12 1986, Bill Nelson took off from Kennedy Space Center aboard Space Shuttle Columbia as a payload specialist, becoming one of the few sitting members of Congress to travel into space. The mission represented a rare intersection of government leadership and the American space...
  13. On This Day January 11 1989 – President Ronald Reagan Gave His Farewell Address to the Nation

    On This Day January 11 1989 – President Ronald Reagan Gave His Farewell Address to the Nation

    On this day January 11 1989, Ronald Reagan delivered his farewell address to the nation, marking the closing moments of one of the most influential presidencies of the 1980s. Speaking directly to the American people, Reagan reflected on his time in office, national identity, and his vision for...
  14. On This Day January 10 1984 – The United States and Vatican City Re Established Diplomatic Relations

    On This Day January 10 1984 – The United States and Vatican City Re Established Diplomatic Relations

    On this day January 10 1984, the United States and Vatican City formally re established diplomatic relations after a separation lasting more than a century. The move marked a significant moment in international relations, restoring official ties between the U.S. government and the Holy See for...
  15. On This Day January 9 1984 – Wendys Wheres the Beef Commercial Debuted

    On This Day January 9 1984 – Wendys Wheres the Beef Commercial Debuted

    On this day January 9 1984, Wendy’s debuted its now legendary Wheres the Beef television commercial, instantly changing the tone of fast food advertising in America. The ad featured a blunt and humorous challenge to competitors, cutting through traditional marketing language with a simple phrase...
    • Pete
    • News story
    • 80s events 80s fast food wendy's wendys wheres the beef commercial
    • Category: On This Day in 80s TV
  16. On This Day January 9 1987 - Star Tours Opened at Disneyland

    On This Day January 9 1987 - Star Tours Opened at Disneyland

    On this day January 9 1987, Star Tours officially opened at Disneyland, introducing a groundbreaking motion simulator attraction inspired by the Star Wars universe. The ride placed guests inside a simulated space flight, combining large scale projection motion technology and immersive sound to...
  17. On This Day January 8 1981 - A UFO Sighting Was Reported in Trans en Provence France

    On This Day January 8 1981 - A UFO Sighting Was Reported in Trans en Provence France

    On this day January 8 1981, a farmer in Trans en Provence France reported witnessing a UFO landing on his property, describing a disc shaped object that descended rapidly before taking off moments later. The sighting drew attention due to the physical traces reportedly left behind at the landing...
  18. On This Day January 8 1982 - The Breakup of the Bell System Was Announced in the United States

    On This Day January 8 1982 - The Breakup of the Bell System Was Announced in the United States

    On this day January 8 1982, the breakup of the Bell System was announced in the United States when AT&T agreed to split itself into 22 separate subdivisions. The decision marked a historic shift in the American telecommunications industry, ending decades of centralized control over phone service...
  19. On This Day January 8 1989 - 42nd Street Closed at the Winter Garden Theatre After 3486 Performances

    On This Day January 8 1989 - 42nd Street Closed at the Winter Garden Theatre After 3486 Performances

    On this day January 8 1989, 42nd Street closed its doors at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York after an extraordinary run of 3486 performances. The production had become one of the longest running Broadway musicals of its time, celebrated for its tap heavy choreography classic show tunes and...
  20. On This Day January 7 1980 - A Fatal Accident Occurred on Disneyland’s People Mover

    On This Day January 7 1980 - A Fatal Accident Occurred on Disneyland’s People Mover

    On this day January 7 1980, an 18 year old boy was crushed and killed while riding the Disneyland PeopleMover at Disneyland. The incident occurred after he attempted to jump from one moving car to another, resulting in a tragic accident that shocked park guests and staff. The accident drew...
Back
Top