What Happened on February 14, 1982

Historical Events

  • "Night of 100 Stars", an all-star variety special celebrating the centennial of the Actors' Fund of America, takes place at NYC's Radio City Music Hall

Daytona 500

24th Daytona 500: Bobby Allison wins with margin of victory over Cale Yarborough an impressive 23 seconds, more than half a lap

Famous Birthdays

  • Marián Gáborík, Slovak hockey player, born in Trenčín, Slovakia

Famous Deaths

  • Henk Schaer [Hendricus Schaareman], Dutch actor and conductor (Majoor Barbara, Lijmen), dies at 79
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights

About February 14, 1982

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 2 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Centerfold - The J. Geils Band
  • UK #1 Song: A Town Called Malice/Precious - Jam