Historical Events
- 5 die in a train crash in Westminster Colo
- Delta Lockheed L-1011 crashes at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport, 137 die
Cricket History
England captain David Gower scores his 5,000th run in Test cricket during the drawn 4th Test v Australia at Old Trafford
Famous Birthdays
- Davey Boy Smith Jr. [Harry Smith], Canadian professional wrestler (multiple tag team champion), born in Calgary, Alberta
Famous Deaths
- Frank Faylen, American actor (It's a Wonderful Life, Funny Girl), dies of pneumonia at 79
- Sandy Bell, South African cricket fast bowler (16 Tests, 48 wickets, BB 6/99; Western Province, Rhodesia), dies at 79
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About August 2, 1985
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shout - Tears For Fears
#1 Song: Into The Groove - Madonna
