Famous Birthdays
- Andreea Răducan, Romanian gymnast, born in Bârlad, Romania
Famous Deaths
- Adele Sebastian, American jazz flute player and vocalist (The Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra), dies of kidney failure at 27
- Freddy Martin, American orchestra leader (started Merv Griffin) and tenor saxophonist, dies at 76
- William Elliott, American actor (Bridget Loves Bernie - "Otis"; Adam-12- "Officer Grant"), and jazz drummer, dies at 49
1983 Highlights
About September 30, 1983
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Total Eclipse Of The Heart - Bonnie Tyler
#1 Song: Karma Chameleon - Culture Club
