What Happened on January 28, 1985

Historical Events

"We Are the World"

Charity single "We Are the World" recorded by supergroup USA for Africa (Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Quincy Jones, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, and other pop stars)

  • Houston's Bill Fitch becomes the 6th coach in NBA history to post 600 wins as the Rockets beat the New Jersey Nets, 97-93
1985 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Arnold Mvuemba, French footballer
  • Athina Onassis, daughter of Christina
Born in 1985
1985 Highlights

About January 28, 1985

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 39 years and 2 months
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius

Holidays: Australia Day (Australia)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Want To Know What Love Is - Foreigner
  • UK #1 Song: I Want to Know What Love Is - Foreigner