1980s Decade Timeline

End of Iranian Hostage Crisis

Jan 20, 1981

Flashdance

Apr 15, 1983

A popular and impactful movie, Flashdance tells the story of Alex Owens, a steelworker by day and dancer by night, who dreams of dancing professionally. The music video style of filming lead to shortened shot lengths across genres. The bare-shoulder sweatshirt look was popularized by the look of Alex's actress, Jennifer Beals, on the movie's poster.

U.S. Invasion of Grenada

Oct 25, 1983

Geraldine Ferraro's VP Candidacy

1984

Discovery of the Antarctic Ozone Hole

May 16, 1985

Hands Across America

May 25, 1986

Jim and Tammy Bakker's Controversy

1987

Suspension of Gary Hart's Campaign

May 8, 1987

Jesse Jackson's 2nd Presidential Campaign

1988

Inauguration of George H. W. Bush

Jan 20, 1989