Historical Events
- US Chief Justice Warren Earl Burger resigns and Antonin Scalia nominated as his replacement
Famous Deaths
- Jozef Keuleers, Belgian worker's union leader, dies at 75
- Kate Smith, American singer ("God Bless America"; "When The Moon Comes Over The Mountain"), radio star, and NHL Philadelphia Flyers good luck charm, dies of respiratory arrest at 78
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights
About June 17, 1986
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: On My Own - Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald
#1 Song: Spirit In The Sky - Doctor & The Medics
