Historical Events
Proclamation of the Constitution Act
Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and Queen Elizabeth II sign the "Proclamation of the Constitution Act", establishing the "Charter of Rights and Freedoms" as part of the country’s new Constitution
Music History
Country music legend Johnny Cash hosts Saturday Night Live, participates in skits, performs medley of hits; Elton John is additional musical guest
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Birthdays
- Brad Boyes, Canadian hockey player, 2003-16 (St. Louis Blues, and 6 other teams), born in Mississauga, Ontario
- Lee Joon-gi, South Korean actor and model, born in Busan, South Korea
About April 17, 1982
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
#1 Song: My Camera Never Lies - Bucks Fizz
