What Happened on May 20, 1983

Historical Events

"Every Breath You Take" single released by The Police (Billboard Song of the Year, 1983)

Boxing Title Fight

American heavyweight boxer Larry Holmes beats countryman Tim Witherspoon by split decision to retain his WBC title at the Dunes Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas

Boxing Title Fight

Michael Dokes & Mike Weaver fight to a draw in 15 for heavyweight boxing title

Sports History

MLB Philadelphia Phillies Steve Carlton passes W Johnson with 2nd most strike outs

Events in 1983

Famous Birthdays

Jr. NTR, Indian film actor

Born in 1983

Famous Deaths

Clair Bee, American College Basketball and Basketball Hall of Fame coach (Long Island University undefeated 1936, 39; National Invitation Tournament 1939, 41), dies at 87

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