What Happened on May 31, 1985

Historical Events

  • Guatemala adopts constitution
  • Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) became a Schedule I drug in the United States
  • New Orleans Saints are sold for $70,204,000
  • Tornado outbreak in the United States and Canada sees 41 tornadoes hit Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and Ontario, leaving 90 dead
1985 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Ian Vouyoukas, Greek basketball player (Panathinaikos), born in London, England
  • Jordy Nelson, American NFL player (Green Bay Packers), born in Manhattan, Kansas
Born in 1985
1985 Highlights

About May 31, 1985

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 9 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Everything She Wants - Wham!
  • UK #1 Song: 19 - Paul Hardcastle