Historical Events
- Atlanta Braves win record 11th straight opening game (beat Astros)
- Canada Constitution Act replaces British North America Act
- Zimbabwean capital Salisbury renamed Harare
Famous Birthdays
- Marie-Élaine Thibert, Canadian contemporary pop singer, born in Lasalle, Montreal, Quebec
- Scott Hartnell, Canadian NHL hockey player, born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
About April 18, 1982
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 1 day
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: Ebony And Ivory - Paul Mccartney & Stevie Wonder