Historical Events
- Singer Teddy Pendergrass' spinal cord severed in a car accident
Famous Birthdays
- Chad Cordero, American baseball player, born in Upland, California
- Pedro Mantorras, Angolan footballer
- Timo Glock German Formula 1 driver
Famous Deaths
- George Lampe, Dutch painter and director (Free Academy), dies at 60
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About March 18, 1982
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 1 month and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
- #1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - Tight Fit