Historical Events
Stand By Me
"Stand By Me" film based on the novella by Stephen King, directed by Rob Reiner and starring Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell is released
- NASA announces tests designed to verify ignition pressure dynamics
Famous Birthdays
- Keiko Kitagawa, Japanese actress, born in Kobe, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan
About August 22, 1986
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 8 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Papa Don't Preach - Madonna
#1 Song: I Want To Wake Up With You - Boris Gardiner
