What Happened on September 20, 1983

Historical Events

  • 3,112 turn out to see Pirates play NY Mets at Shea Stadium
  • Cryptographic Communications System & Method (RSA) patented

Famous Birthdays

  • Yuna Ito, American pop singer (Heart) and actress of Japanese and Korean heritage, born in Los Angeles, California
Born in 1983

Famous Divorces

James Woods

Actor James Woods (36) divorces costume designer Kathryn Morrison after 3 years of marriage

1983 Highlights

About September 20, 1983

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 6 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Tell Her About It - Billy Joel
  • UK #1 Song: Karma Chameleon - Culture Club