What Happened on April 24, 1982

Historical Events

Event of Interest

150 Khomeini followers assault student dormitory in West Germany

Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Khomeini

27th Eurovision Song Contest: Nicole for Germany wins singing "Ein bißchen Frieden" in Harrogate
Cards win 12th game in a row; 7-4 over Phillies
Firestone World Bowling Tournament of Champions won by Mike Durbin

Events in 1982

Famous Birthdays

Kelly Clarkson (42 years old)

American pop singer ("Since U Been Gone"; "My Life Would Suck Without You"), winner of 1st season of "American Idol", songwriter, and TV personality, born in Fort Worth, Texas