What Happened on May 28, 1983

Historical Events

Music History

"Ricky", parody song by Weird Al Yankovic hits #63

Music History

Rock guitarist Slash first hears Axl Rose singing with the band Rapidfire at Gazzarri’s On The Sunset Strip, in Los Angeles, California


Famous Birthdays

  • Steve Cronin, American soccer goalkeeper
Born in 1983

Famous Deaths

  • Erastus Corning 2nd, American politician, 72nd Mayor of Albany, New York (b. 1909)
1983 Highlights

About May 28, 1983

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara
  • UK #1 Song: Candy Girl - New Edition