The 1980s

The 1980s

Period: Jan 1, 1980 to Dec 31, 1989

John Lennon Assassinated

Dec 8, 1980

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Dynasty Premieres

Jan 12, 1981

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E.T, the Extra-Terrestrial Released

Jun 11, 1982

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Michael Jackson's Thriller Released

Nov 30, 1982

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Cabbage Patch Dolls Became Popular

Dec 25, 1983

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We Are The World Released

Mar 7, 1985

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Back to the Future Premieres

Jul 3, 1985

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Top Gun Released

May 16, 1986

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Album of the year is Paul Simon’s Graceland

Feb 24, 1987

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Berlin Wall falls

Nov 9, 1989

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