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  1. Pete

    Pro Wrestler Bruiser Brody Dies at Age 42 - July 17, 1988

    On this day, July 17, 1988, professional wrestler Bruiser Brody, known for his wild persona and fierce style, tragically died at the age of 42 from stab wounds. He was attacked by fellow wrestler José González in a locker room before a match in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Brody’s death shocked the...
  2. Pete

    July 7, 1983: Samantha Smith's Historic Invitation to the Soviet Union by Yuri Andropov

    On July 7, 1983, American schoolgirl Samantha Smith received an invitation to visit the Soviet Union from Secretary General Yuri Andropov. Smith, a 10-year-old from Manchester, Maine, had written a heartfelt letter to Andropov expressing her fears about nuclear war and her desire for peace...
  3. Pete

    The 39 American Hostages from TWA Flight 847 Freed in Beirut Today June, 30, 1985

    On June 30, 1985, the 39 American hostages hijacked from TWA Flight 847 were freed in Beirut after a harrowing 17-day ordeal. The flight, originally scheduled to travel from Egypt to San Diego, was diverted by hijackers who demanded the release of 700 Shia Muslims held by Israel. The incident...
  4. Pete

    The Most Iconic Moments of the 80s

    I want to take a walk down memory lane and talk about some of the most iconic moments that defined the 80s. From music and movies to fashion and historic events, the 80s were packed with unforgettable moments that still resonate today. Here are a few to get the ball rolling: 1. Live Aid...
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    • 80s entertainment 80s history 80s movies 80s music 80s tech live aid concert mtv
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    • Forum: The 80s Lounge
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    Donna Summer Passed Away Today on May 17, 2012

    On this day May 17, 2012, we bid farewell to the iconic vocalist Donna Summer, who succumbed to lung cancer at 63. Summer, a nonsmoker, speculated that exposure to toxic substances from the September 11 attacks might have contributed to her illness, as she was near Ground Zero during the...
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    Prince's Nothing Compares 2 U Mental Floss Article

    For those of you that don't know the song nothing compares to you which was sung by Sinéad O'Connor was actually a cover song which was originally made and sang by Prince. personally I prefer Sinead O'Connor's version of the song. I know Prince was a genius when he came to music and singing but...
  7. Pete

    Ted Bundy's Electric Chair Execution: January 24, 1989

    On January 24, 1989, the serial killer Ted Bundy met his end through execution by the electric chair at Florida State Prison. The world is a much better place without him. What a sicko.
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    • 80s history 80s serial killers ted bundy
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    • Forum: The 80s Lounge
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    The 80s decade

    The eighties decade was a special time. Events that happened during that decade helped influenced us till this day. Sure it's safe to say that every decade has and will continue to do that but since this is an 80s community it's only natural that we focus on it. Aids = In 1981 Aids was made...
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    • 80s decade 80s events 80s history
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    • Forum: The 80s Lounge
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