What Happened on April 30, 1986

Historical Events

  • Ashrita Furman performs 8,341 somersaults over 12 miles

Sports History

Bill Elliott sets all-time NASCAR qualifying record, winning pole for the Winston 500 at Talladega Superspeedway; 212.809 mph (342.483 km/h; 44.998 seconds)

  • Mariners strike out 16 times, set record of 36 in 2 consecutive games

Famous Birthdays

  • Dianna Agron, American Actress (Quinn Fabray-Glee), born in Savannah, Georgia

About April 30, 1986

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 11 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Addicted To Love - Robert Palmer
  • UK #1 Song: A Different Corner - George Michael