Historical Events
Sports History
Met Dwight Gooden becomes youngest pitcher to win 20 games (20y 9m 9d)
- STS 51-I scrubbed at T -9m because of an onboard computer problem
Famous Deaths
- Samantha Smith, American peace activist and actress (invited to the Soviet Union during Cold War), dies in plane at 13
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About August 25, 1985
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 8 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
#1 Song: I Got You Babe - Ub40 Featuring Chrissie Hynde
