What Happened on June 26, 1983

Historical Events

  • "Loving" premieres on TV
  • "Show Boat" closes at Uris Theater NYC after 73 performances

Famous Deaths

  • Walter O'Keefe, songwriter, radio and TV host (Mayor of Hollywood), dies of congestive heart failure at 82
Died in 1983 1983 Highlights

About June 26, 1983

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara
  • UK #1 Song: Baby Jane - Rod Stewart