What Happened on September 18, 1984

Historical Events

  • Joe Kittinger completes 1st solo balloon crossing of Atlantic
  • Tigers clinch AL East championship (spent all year in 1st place)

Sports History

Tim Raines is 1st player with 4 consecutive 70-stolen-base seasons

Famous Birthdays

  • Anthony Gonzalez, American politician (Rep-(R)-Ohio 2019-) and football player, born in Cleveland, Ohio
  • Dizzee Rascal [Dylan Kwabena Mills], English rapper (Boy in da Corner), born in London, England

About September 18, 1984

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Missing You - John Waite
  • UK #1 Song: I Just Called to Say I Love You - Stevie Wonder