Historical Events
Music History
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical "Song and Dance", starring Bernadette Peters, opens at Royale Theater, NYC; runs for 474 performances and a Tony Award for Peters
- BBC Radio reports prime # 2^216091-1 found in Houston
- TV spy/crime drama "The Equalizer" starring Edward Woodward debuts in the US on CBS
Famous Birthdays
- Pete Cashmore, Scottish blogger (Mashable), born in Banchory, Scotland
Famous Weddings
- Comedian Jeff Foxworthy (27) weds Pamela Gregg at New York City's Central Park
Famous Deaths
- Gerald Holtom, British artist and graphic designer (Nuclear Disarmament (ND) logo, which later became an international peace symbol), dies at 71
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About September 18, 1985
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Money For Nothing - Dire Straits
#1 Song: Dancing in the Streets - David Bowie & Mick Jagger
