Historical Events
- 32nd Berlin International Film Festival: "Veronika Voss" wins the Golden Bear
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
NHL Record
Wayne Gretzky scores 153rd point of season, breaking NHL record
Famous Birthdays
Bobi Wine (42 years old)
Ugandan politician and pop star, born in Mpigi District, Uganda
- Onil Joseph, Dominican baseball player, born in San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic
Famous Deaths
- Hal Hooker, Australian cricketer (world record 10th wicket 307 partnership with Kippax), dies at 83
- Kees Rijnsdorp, Dutch writer (Culprit), dies at 87
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About February 12, 1982
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Centerfold - The J. Geils Band
#1 Song: A Town Called Malice/Precious - Jam
