Historical Events
- 1st-class cricket debut for Brian McMillan, Transvaal B v N Tvl B
Holmes vs. Smith
Larry Holmes TKOs Bonecrusher Smith in 12 for heavyweight boxing title
- Most shots in a NY Islander game (88 - Isles 45, NY Rangers 43)
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial ("3 Servicemen") completed
A Nightmare on Elm Street
Wes Craven's horror film "A Nightmare on Elm Street" premieres in the US
Famous Birthdays
- Delta Goodrem, Australian singer, born in Sydney, Australia
- French Montana [Karim Kharbouch], American rapper, born in Casablanca, Morocco
- Joel Zumaya, American baseball player, born in Chula Vista, California
About November 9, 1984
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run) - Billy Ocean
- #1 Song: I Feel For You - Chaka Khan