What Happened on February 2, 1986

Historical Events

"Jerome Kern Goes to Hollywood"

"Jerome Kern Goes to Hollywood" closes at Ritz NYC after 13 performances

  • NFL Pro Bowl, Aloha Stadium, Honolulu, HI: NFC beats AFC, 28-24; MVP: Phil Simms, NY Giants, QB
  • Oscar Arias Sanchez elected president of Costa Rica

Famous Birthdays

  • Gemma Atherton, English actress and producer (Quantum of Solace), born in Gravesend, England

About February 2, 1986

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: That's What Friends Are For - Dionne & Friends
  • UK #1 Song: When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going - Billy Ocean