Famous Birthdays
- Matt Willis, British pop singer, bassist (Busted), and television personality, born in Tooting, London, England
- Vicky McClure, English actress (Line of Duty), born in Nottingham, England
Famous Deaths
- John Fante, Italian-American author and screenwriter (Wait Until Spring, Bandini, Ask the Dust, Full of Life), dies at 74
Died in 1983 1983 Highlights
About May 8, 1983
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Beat It - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: True - Spandau Ballet
