What Happened on September 22, 1983

Historical Events

  • NASA launches Galaxy-B

Music Concert

The Everly Brothers reunite after 10 years apart in concert at the Royal Albert Hall, London

  • USSR performs underground nuclear test
  • Zhu Jianhau (China) sets high jump record at 7'9 3/4"

Famous Birthdays

  • Glenn Loovens, Dutch soccer defender (2 caps; Cardiff City, Celtic, Sheffield Wed), born in Doetinchem, Netherlands

About September 22, 1983

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Tell Her About It - Billy Joel
  • UK #1 Song: Karma Chameleon - Culture Club