Historical Events
- David Rabe's "Hurlyburly" premieres in NYC
- Harmonica Frank [Floyd], American blues singer, guitarist and harmonica player dies of lung cancer and diabetes complications at 75
- Japan beats US, 6-3 in the final of the Los Angeles Olympic baseball demonstration event
- The US collects its first Olympic gold medal in women's basketball history with a 85-55 win over South Korea in the final at the LA Games
Famous Deaths
- Esther Phillips, American singer (What a Difference a Day Makes), dies at 48
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About August 7, 1984
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Ghostbusters - Ray Parker Jr.
#1 Song: Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood
