Historical Events
- 37th Tony Awards: "Torch Song Trilogy" (play) and "Cats" (musical) win
French Open Men's Tennis
French Open: Home town favourite Yannick Noah wins his 1st and only career Grand Slam title; beats defending champion Mats Wilander of Sweden 6-2, 7-5, 7-6
Famous Birthdays
- Bill Bray, American MLB player, born in Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Marques Colston, American football player (New Orleans Saints), born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Kurt Tank, German aircraft designer (WWII Luftwaffe planes), dies at 85
Died in 1983 1983 Highlights
About June 5, 1983
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 10 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara
- #1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police