Historical Events
- World Boxing Council first to reduce the length of championship fights from 15 to 12 rounds, and allows referees to order standing 8-count for fighters in trouble
Famous Birthdays
- Nathalie De Vos, Belgian athlete, born in Ghent, Belgium
- Tamilla Abassova, Russian cyclist, born in Moscow, Russia
- Vincent Accardi, American rock guitarist (Brand New), born in Wantagh, New York
Famous Divorces
William Hurt
American actors Mary-Beth & William Hurt divorce, after 10 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Fritz Usinger, German writer (Song Against Death), dies at 87
- Joey Forman, American actor (Sid Caesar Show, Joey Bishop Show), dies at 53
- Leon Jaworski, American Watergate scandal special prosecutor, dies at 77
- Paul Godwin, Polish-Dutch violinist, dies at 80
- Roger Danneels, Flemish accordionist, Hammond organ player, and bandleader, dies at 55
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About December 9, 1982
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mickey - Toni Basil
#1 Song: Beat Surrender - Jam
