What Happened on December 22, 1985

Historical Events

  • "Wind in the Willows" closes at Nederlander Theater NYC after 4 performances
  • 74th Davis Cup: Sweden beats Germany in Munich (3-2)
  • STS 51-L vehicle moves to Launch Pad 39B

Famous Deaths

  • (Dennes) D. Boon, American punk rock singer and guitarist (The Minutemen), dies in a van accident at 27
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights

About December 22, 1985

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 4 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Say You, Say Me - Lionel Richie
  • UK #1 Song: Merry Christmas Everyone - Shakin' Stevens