What Happened on January 28, 1984

Historical Events

41st Golden Globes

41st Golden Globes: Terms of Endearment, Tom Courtenay, Robert Duvall, & Shirley MacLaine win

Gretzky Scoring Streak Ends

Edmonton center Wayne Gretzky's NHL record point scoring streak ends at 51 games when Oilers beaten 4-2 by LA Kings; Gretzky totals 61-92-153 during the period

  • Record 295,000 dominoes toppled in Fuerth, West Germany

Famous Birthdays

  • Andre Iguodala, American NBA basketball player, 2004-present (Philadelphia 76ers, golden State Warriors, and 2 other teams), born in Springfield, Illinois

Famous Weddings

  • Mr Glynn Wolfe marries for non-bigamous record 26th time, Las Vegas

Famous Deaths

  • John Macvane, American war correspondent and newscaster (United or Not), dies at 71
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights

About January 28, 1984

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Owner Of A Lonely Heart - Yes
  • UK #1 Song: Relax - Frankie Goes To Hollywood