Historical Events
Sports History
Michael Jordan named NBA Rookie of Year
- NHL Clarence Campbell Conference Final: Edmonton Oilers beat Chicago Black Hawks, 4 games to 2
- NHL Prince of Wales Conference Final: Philadelphia Flyers beat Quebec Nordiques, 4 games to 2
Papal Visit
Pope John Paul II arrives in Belgium
Famous Birthdays
- Anja Mittag, German soccer striker (158 caps; Turbine Potsdam, FC Rosengård; Olympic gold 2016), born in Chemnitz, Germany
- Corey Perry, Canadian ice hockey left wing (Stanley Cup 2007 Mighty Ducks of Anaheim; Hart Memorial Trophy 2011; Olympic gold 2010, 14; World C'ship gold 2016 [captain]; NHL All-Star 2008, 11, 12, 16), born in New Liskeard, Ontario
- Stanislav Ianevski, Bulgarian actor
Famous Deaths
Margaret Hamilton (1902-1985)
American character actress (The Wizard of Oz), dies of a heart attack at 82
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About May 16, 1985
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Don't You (Forget About Me) - Simple Minds
#1 Song: 19 - Paul Hardcastle
