What Happened on April 9, 1982

Historical Events

  • LA Lakers block 21 Denver shots setting NBA regulation game record

Famous Birthdays

  • Carlos Hernández, Costa Rican footballer, born in San José, Costa Rica
  • Jay Baruchel, Canadian actor (Man Seeking Woman), born in Ottawa, Ontario

Famous Deaths

  • RobertHavemann, German chemist and dissident, dies at 72
  • Wilfred Pelletier, Canadian conductor (Voice of Firestone), dies at 85
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights

About April 9, 1982

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries

Holidays: Good Friday (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
  • UK #1 Song: Seven Tears - Goombay Dance Band