Jack & Diane Jack & Diane "Jack & Diane" is a 1982 hit rock song written and performed by American singer-songwriter John Mellencamp, then performing as "John Cougar." It appears on Mellencamp's album "American Fool". It was chosen by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) as one of the Songs of the Century. The single spent four weeks at number one on the "Billboard" Hot 100 in 1982, and is Mellencamp's most successful hit single. According to Mellencamp, "Jack & Diane" was based on the 1962 Tennessee Williams film "Sweet Bird of Youth". He said of recording the song: "'Jack & Diane'
Diane Franklin Adventure". In 2012 Franklin published a memoir, "Diane Franklin: The Excellent Adventures of the Last American, French Exchange Babe of the 80s" through Amazon. Diane Franklin Diane Franklin is an American actress, fashion model and producer. Early in her acting career, Franklin appeared in TV commercials for Coca-Cola, Trident, Jell-O, and Maxwell House coffee. Franklin's first film role was in 1982's "The Last American Virgin" as Karen. That same year, she landed a part in the horror sequel "" as Patricia Montelli. Television roles included "Bay City Blues", "Matlock", and "Freddy's Nightmares". Franklin's breakout role came as the female lead