Historical Events
- American Mary Decker Slaney runs mile in world record 4:16.71, Zurich, Switzerland; the third time she held the record
Film & TV History
Film adaptation of John Pielmeier's stage drama "Agnes of God", directed by Norman Jewison, and starring Meg Tilley, Anne Bancroft and Jane Fonda premieres
- NY Lotto pays $41 million to three winner (#s are 14-17-22-23-30-47)
Famous Birthdays
- Albrecht Schuch, German actor (All Quiet on the Western Front), born in Jena, East Germany
- Jacob (Jake) Pitts, American heavy metal rock guitarist (Black Veil Brides), born in Pocatello, Idaho
- Laura Haddock, English actress (The Recruit), born in Hatfield, England
About August 21, 1985
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
#1 Song: Into The Groove - Madonna
