What Happened on October 26, 1982

Historical Events

Sports History

MLB Philadelphia Phillies Steve Carlton becomes 1st pitcher to win 4 Cy Young awards

Event of Interest

US budget deficit reaches then record $110.7 billion for fiscal year 1982, the first full year of the Ronald Reagan's presidency


Famous Birthdays

  • Adam Carroll, Northern Irish racing driver, born in Portadown, Northern Ireland
Born in 1982

Famous Deaths

  • Giovanni Benelli, Italian archbishop of Florence and Pope candidate, dies at 61
1982 Highlights

About October 26, 1982

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 5 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Who Can It Be Now? - Men At Work
  • UK #1 Song: Do You Really Want To Hurt Me - Culture Club