Famous Birthdays
- Mahmoud Chouki, Moroccan jazz and world music guitarist, banjo, Algerian mandole and oud player, born in Kenitra, Morocco
- Sérgio Jimenez, Brazilian racing driver
Famous Deaths
- Francis Schaeffer, American theologian, philosopher, and pastor (b. 1912)
- Lionel Charles Robbins, British economist, dies at 85
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About May 15, 1984
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hello - Lionel Richie
#1 Song: The Reflex - Duran Duran
