Historical Events
Sports History
Reds' Pete Rose collects record 3,503rd career single (vs Philadelphia)
- West Indies cricket opening batsman Gordon Greenidge smashes 223 in innings & 64 run win over England in 4th Test at Manchester; Windies lead series, 4-0
Famous Deaths
- Guillermo Díaz-Plaja, Spanish literary and poet (Lorca), dies at 75
- James Mason, British actor (Lolita, North by Northwest, Bloodline, Boys From Brazil), dies of a heart attack at 75
- Oswald Jacoby, US contract bridge champion, dies at 81
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About July 27, 1984
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 39 years and 9 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: When Doves Cry - Prince
#1 Song: Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood
