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1983 (MCMLXXXIII) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1983rd year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 983rd year of the 2nd millennium, the 83rd year of the 20th century, and the 4th year of the 1980s decade.
The year 1983 saw both the official beginning of the Internet and the first mobile cellular telephone call.

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    Debuted Today May 16, 1983: Iron Maiden Unleashes 'Piece of Mind'

    On this day May 16, 1983, Iron Maiden's fourth album, "Piece of Mind," was released. It reached #14 on the Billboard charts.
  2. Pete

    The Final Episode of Laverne & Shirley - May 10, 1983

    On this day May 10 1983, the last episode of Laverne & Shirley aired, concluding its successful eight-season run of 178 episodes. The show had previously held the coveted title of America's #1 show in both 1978 and 1979. As a fun fact, "Laverne & Shirley" spawned an animated spin-off called...
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    On This Day May 6 1983, Dallas' Season 6 Ended

    On this day May 6, 1983, viewers tuned in for the gripping Season 6 finale of Dallas, titled "Ewing Inferno." In this intense episode, a devastating fire engulfs Southfork Ranch, putting the lives of the iconic Ewing family in jeopardy.
  4. Pete

    "Still Smokin'" Lights Up the Screen: May 6, 1983

    On this day May 6 1983, "Still Smokin'" hit theaters, directed by Tommy Chong and starring the iconic duo Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong. The film, with no disclosed budget, managed to rake in an impressive $15.5 million at the box office.
  5. Pete

    Dolly Parton's Burlap & Satin: Released May 2, 1983

    On this day May 2, 1983, Dolly Parton released her 12th solo album titled "Burlap & Satin." While it reached #127 on the Billboard Charts, it peaked at #5 on the Country Charts.
  6. Pete

    9-5 by Sheena Easton - May 2, 1983: #1 Hit on US Billboard Charts

    On this day May 2, 1983, "9-5" by Sheena Easton topped the US Billboard Charts, reigning as the #1 song in America from May 2 to 15. Additionally, it reached the #1 spot in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
  7. Pete

    May 1 1983 The Final Episode of CHiPs Aired

    On this day May 1 1983, the last episode of CHiPS aired after running for six seasons, totaling 139 episodes.
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    Michael Jackson's 'Beat It' Dominates Charts: April 30, 1983 - May 20, 1983

    On this day April 30, 1983, "Beat It" by Michael Jackson rose to the #1 spot in America, maintaining its reign until May 20. Additionally, it reached #1 in Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, and New Zealand.
  9. Pete

    Today April 29 1983, Van Halen's 'Fair Warning' Was Released

    On April 29, 1983, Van Halen's fourth album, "Fair Warning," was released. It reached #5 on the Billboard charts.
  10. Pete

    On This Day April 29 1983, Valley Girl Was Releases

    On this day April 29, 1983 the film "Valley Girl," directed by Martha Coolidge and starring Nicolas Cage, Deborah Foreman, Michelle Meyrink, Elizabeth Daily, Cameron Dye, and Michael Bowen, was made with a budget of $350,000. It went on to gross $17.3 million at the box office. Did you know...
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    Whammy! by The B-52's Hit the Charts Today April 27, 1983

    On this day April 27 1985, the B-52's released their third album, "Whammy!", which soared to #29 on the Billboard charts.
  12. Pete

    On This Day April 25 1983, Young Samantha Smith was Invited to the Soviet Union

    On this day April 25 1983, Samantha Smith, a young American student, was invited to visit the Soviet Union after her letter expressing concerns about nuclear war was read by Soviet leader Yuri Andropov.
  13. Pete

    April 23, 1983: Dexys Midnight Runners' 'Come on Eileen' Hits #1 on US Billboard Charts

    On this day April 23, 1983, "Come on Eileen" by Dexys Midnight Runners topped the US Billboard Charts, holding the number one position from April 23 to April 29. Additionally, it reached the number one spot in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Belgium, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
  14. Pete

    The "Beirut Embassy Attack Happened Today On April 18, 1983

    On this day April 18, 1983, an attack on the United States Embassy building in Beirut by a suicide bomber resulted in the tragic loss of 63 lives.
  15. Pete

    Journey's 'Faithfully' Released Today April 16 1983

    On this day April 16 1983, Journey released "Faithfully," which reached #12 on the US Billboard Charts.
  16. Pete

    April 15, 1983 : Spandau Ballet's Single True was Released

    On this day April 15 1983, Spandau Ballet's iconic track "True" made waves, reaching #4 on the US Billboard Charts. Notably, it soared to #1 in the UK, Canada, and Ireland, solidifying its international success.
  17. Pete

    Lone Wolf McQuade (April 15, 1983): Chuck Norris and David Carradine in Action!

    On this day April 15 1983, marked the release of "Lone Wolf McQuade," helmed by director Steve Carver and featuring action stars Chuck Norris and David Carradine. With a budget of $5 million, the film soared at the box office, raking in an impressive $15 million.
  18. Pete

    Flashdance Lights Up Theaters: April 15 1983

    On this day April 15, 1983, Flashdance dazzled audiences as it made its debut on the big screen, featuring Jennifer Beals in the lead role. Fun Fact: Flashdance secured the impressive position of being the third highest-grossing movie of 1983, following behind Return of the Jedi and Terms of...
  19. Pete

    April 14, 1983: David Bowie's 'Let’s Dance' Takes the Music World by Storm

    On this day April 14, 1983, David Bowie unveiled his 15th album, "Let’s Dance," which soared to the top of the US Billboard 200 charts. Additionally, it claimed the number one spot in various countries including the UK, Canada, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Australia, and New Zealand...
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    Released On This Day April 9, 1983: Men at Work's 'Overkill' Hits #3 on US Billboard Charts

    On this day April 9, 1983, "Overkill" by Men at Work was released and it achieved a peak position of #3 on the US Billboard Charts.
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