Historical Events
Nobel Peace Prize
Desmond Tutu, South African Anglican Archbishop, wins Nobel Peace Prize
Famous Birthdays
- Shayne Ward, British singer (UK X Factor - "That's My Goal"), and actor (Coronation Street), born in Tameside, Greater Manchester, England
- Trevor Blumas, Canadian actor
Famous Divorces
George Gervin
Joyce King divorces NBA guard George Gervin (32) after nearly 8 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Ken Carpenter, TV announcer (Lux Video Theater), dies at 84
- Peggy Ann Garner, American actress (Little Women, Daisy Kenyon), dies of cancer at 53
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About October 16, 1984
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Just Called To Say I Love You - Stevie Wonder
#1 Song: Freedom - Wham!
