What Happened on December 27, 1984

Historical Events

  • Padres' free agent pitcher Ed Whitson signs with NY Yankees

Famous Birthdays

  • Gilles Simon, French tennis player (world #6 2009; Davis Cup 2017), born in Boulogne-Billancourt, France
  • Pleasure P. [Marcus Cooper], American R&B singer (Pretty Ricky), born in Miami, Florida
Born in 1984
1984 Highlights

About December 27, 1984

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Like A Virgin - Madonna
  • UK #1 Song: Do They Know It's Christmas? - Band Aid