What Happened on May 28, 1984

Historical Events

Event of Interest

George Soros founds the Soros Foundation Budapest to help countries free themselves from communism

Famous Birthdays

  • Beth Allen, New Zealand actress

Famous Deaths

  • Eric Morecambe [John Bartholomew], British comedian (Morecambe & Wise, Picadilly Palace), dies of a heart attack at 58
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights

About May 28, 1984

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 10 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini

Holidays: Memorial Day (United States), Spring Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Let's Hear It For The Boy - Deniece Williams
  • UK #1 Song: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham!