What Happened on June 30, 1984

Historical Events

  • Failed coup by cocaine growers in Bolivia
  • Longest pro football game, LA Express beats Mich Panthers 27-21 in USFL playoffs, games lasts 93 minutes 33 seconds

Event of Interest

Pierre Trudeau officially steps down as Prime Minister of Canada after serving two separate terms for a total of 15 years

Famous Birthdays

  • Fantasia [Barrino], American singer (American Idol, "Back to Me"), born in High Point, North Carolina
  • Gabriel Badilla, Costa Rican footballer, born in San José, Costa Rica

Famous Deaths

Lillian Hellman (1905-1984)

American playwright, (Toys in the Attic, Little Foxes), dies at 79

Died in 1984 1984 Highlights

About June 30, 1984

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Reflex - Duran Duran
  • UK #1 Song: Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood