Historical Events
- Brigham Young University (BYU) beats Michigan, 24-17 in the Holiday Bowl at Jack Murphy Stadium, San Diego to remain undefeated and secure their first ever NCAA Division I-A football title
- Islander Kelly Hrudy's 1st shut-out win-Whalers 1-0
- USSR launches Vega 2 for fly-by of Halley's Come
Famous Birthdays
- Darren Potter, Irish soccer midfielder (5 caps Northern Ireland; Wolverhampton Wanderers, Sheffield Wednesday, Milton Keynes Dons 229 games), born in Liverpool, England
Famous Deaths
- Judith Raskin, American soprano (Susanna-Le Nozze di Figaro), dies at 56
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About December 21, 1984
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 4 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Like A Virgin - Madonna
#1 Song: Do They Know It's Christmas? - Band Aid
