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1986 (MCMLXXXVI) was a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1986th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 986th year of the 2nd millennium, the 86th year of the 20th century, and the 7th year of the 1980s decade.
The year 1986 was designated as the International Year of Peace by the United Nations.

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    Greatest Love of All by Whitney Houston: America's #1 Anthem - May 17, 1986

    On this day May 17, 1986, Whitney Houston's "Greatest Love of All" claimed the coveted spot as America's #1 song, reigning supreme until June 6. This anthem of love and empowerment also ascended to the top of the charts in Canada, Ireland, and Australia, solidifying its status as a global sensation.
  2. Pete

    On This Day May 16, 1986: 'Top Gun' Premieres, Dominates Box Office

    On this day May 16, 1986 the movie "Top Gun," was released. It was directed by Tony Scott and starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, and Anthony Edwards. Made with a budget of $15 million, the film grossed $356 million worldwide, with $176 million from domestic sales.
  3. Pete

    Run-DMC's 'Raising Hell' Album Storms was released Today On May 15, 1986

    On this day May 15, 1986, Run-DMC's third album, "Raising Hell," was released. It climbed to #3 on the Billboard charts and secured the #1 position in the Top R&B/Hip Hop category. Notable tracks include "My Adidas," "Walk This Way," "You Be Illin'," and "It's Tricky."
  4. Pete

    May 13, 1986, Top Gun Soundtrack was Released

    On May 13, 1986, the "Top Gun" soundtrack, featuring various artists, hit #1 on the US Billboard 200 charts. It also reached the top spot in Germany and Switzerland. The soundtrack includes iconic tracks like “Danger Zone” and “Take My Breath Away.”
  5. Pete

    West End Girls by the Pet Shop Boys Became America's #1 Hit Today On May 10, 1986

    On this day May 10 1986, "West End Girls" by the Pet Shop Boys claimed the top spot as the #1 song in America, holding the position from May 10th to the 16th. Additionally, it reached #1 in various other countries including the UK, Canada, Norway, Finland, and New Zealand.
  6. Pete

    On This Day May 9 1986, Short Circuit Made It's Debut

    On this day May 9 1986, Short Circuit made its debut in theaters, featuring Ally Sheedy and Steve Guttenberg. Did you know? Despite a $15 million budget, $1.4 million was allocated to construct the robot, Number 5, which weighed 250 pounds.
  7. Pete

    May 7, 1986: Red Rider's Fifth Album Tom Cochrane & Red Rider was Released

    On this day May 7, 1986, Red Rider released their 5th album Tom Cochrane & Red Rider. It hit the Billboard Charts, debuting at the modest position of #116.
  8. Pete

    Nu Shooz Makes a Splash with 'Poolside' Today May 5, 1986

    On this day May 5 1986, Nu Shooz's third album, "Poolside," was released. It made waves as it reached the #27 position on the Billboard charts.
  9. Pete

    On This Day May 5, 1986 The Last Episode of Farewell to Hardcastle and McCormick Aired

    On this day May 5 1986, viewers bid farewell to the final episode of "Hardcastle and McCormick," concluding its three-season run with a total of 67 episodes aired on the ABC network.
  10. Pete

    Today May 3, 1986: Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire - Bonnie Tyler's 6th Album was Released

    On this day May 3, 1986, Bonnie Tyler Released "Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire," her sixth album. While it reached #106 on the Billboard Charts, it Claimed the Top Spot in Norway.
  11. Pete

    May 3, 1986: Addicted to Love by Robert Palmer Tops U.S. Billboard Charts

    On this day May 3, 1986, "Addicted to Love" by Robert Palmer Climbed to the Top of the U.S. Billboard Charts, Holding the #1 Position in America from May 3rd to 9th. It Also Achieved #1 Status in Australia. Fun Fact: Initially Planned as a Duet with Chaka Khan, Yet Her Record Company Refused...
  12. Pete

    Today the Song Hello by Lionel Richie: Reaches 1 Million Copies Sold May 2, 1986

    On this day May 2, 1986, "Hello" by Lionel Richie achieved sales of 1 million copies in the UK. This marked the first time the Motown label reached a million units in the UK.
  13. Pete

    On This Day May 2 1986, The Season Finale of The Fall Guy Aired

    On this day May 2, 1986, the final episode of "The Fall Guy" aired, concluding its successful five-season run with a total of 113 episodes. Broadcasted on ABC and starring Lee Majors, the show entertained audiences with its action-packed adventures and captivating characters. As a fun fact, "The...
  14. Pete

    Oingo Boingo's 'Dead Man's Party': A Cinematic Breakout on April 29, 1986

    On this day April 29, 1986, Oingo Boingo's "Dead Man's Party" gained popularity, notably featured in the film "Back to School."
  15. Pete

    Just the Ten of Us Premieres: April 26, 1986 - A Growing Pains Spin-Off

    On this day April 26 1986, ABC premiered "Just the Ten of Us," a series that ran for three seasons with a total of 47 episodes. It was a spin-off from "Growing Pains." Fun Fact: The theme song for "Just the Ten of Us," titled "Doin' it the Best I Can," was performed by Bill Medley.
  16. Pete

    The Chernobyl Disaster: April 26, 1986 - A Tragic Nuclear Catastrophe

    On this day April 26 1986, the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Soviet Union experienced the most catastrophic nuclear disaster in history. Nearly 100 deaths were directly attributed to the accident, with over 9,000 fatalities related to cancer.
  17. Pete

    Today April 25 1986, was the Release of '8 Million Ways to Die'

    On this day April 25 1986, the movie "8 Million Ways to Die," directed by Hal Ashby and featuring Jeff Bridges, Rosanna Arquette, Alexandra Paul, and Andy Garcia, was released. Despite having a budget of $18 million, it only grossed $1.3 million at the box office.
  18. Pete

    'Violets are Blue' was Released Today April 25 1986, Starring Sissy Spaceck

    On this day April 25 1986, the film "Violets are Blue," directed by Jack Fisk and starring Sissy Spacek, Kevin Kline, and Bonnie Bedelia, was released. Despite having a budget of $10 million, it only grossed $4.7 million at the box office.
  19. Pete

    On This Day April 21, 1986: Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' Rocks the Charts

    On this day April 211986, "Sledgehammer" by Peter Gabriel was released. It later claimed the #1 spot on the American charts from July 26 to August 1. Additionally, the song reached #1 in Canada.
  20. Pete

    On This Day "April 21, 1986: Geraldo Rivera's Al Capone's Vault: The Record-Breaking Disappointment"

    On this day April 21 1986, Geraldo Rivera hosted "The Mystery of Al Capone’s Vault," which became the highest-rated syndicated show of all time, drawing in over 30 million viewers. However, viewers were left disappointed when the vault yielded nothing of significance.
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