What Happened on April 12, 1982

Historical Events

  • 3 CBS employees shot to death in NYC parking lot

Music History

American composer Roger Sessions receives Pulitzer Prize for Music, for his "Concerto for Orchestra"

Famous Birthdays

  • Deen [Fuad Backović], Bosnian singer and fashion designer, born in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia

About April 12, 1982

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries

Holidays: Easter Monday (Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
  • UK #1 Song: My Camera Never Lies - Bucks Fizz