What Happened on December 6, 1984

Historical Events

  • France performs nuclear test

Suková Breaks Navratilova Streak

Helena Suková snaps Martina Navratilova's 74-match winning streak 1-6, 6-3, 7-5 in the semi finals of the Australian Open in Melbourne; ends Navratilova's hopes of completing the Grand Slam

  • Hijackers aboard Kuwaiti jetliner kill 2nd hostage

Famous Deaths

  • Ruth Cummings, actress (Daybreak, Dream of Love), dies at 90
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights

About December 6, 1984

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Out Of Touch - Daryl Hall John Oates
  • UK #1 Song: The Power Of Love - Frankie Goes To Hollywood