What Happened on April 30, 1985

Historical Events

  • "Shoah", French documentary about the Holocaust, directed by Claude Lanzmann, starring Richard Glazar and Raul Hilberg, premieres in Paris

Sports History

Dale Murphy drives in record tying 28th & 29th runs of April

  • France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
  • Last edition of Brink Daily Mail and Sunday Express in South Africa
  • NFL Draft: Virginia Tech defensive end Bruce Smith first pick by Buffalo Bills

Famous Birthdays

Gal Gadot (38 years old)

Israeli actress (Wonder Woman), born in Rosh Ha'ayin, Israel

About April 30, 1985

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 11 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: We Are The World - USA For Africa
  • UK #1 Song: Move Closer - Phyllis Nelson