Famous Deaths
Ricky Nelson (1940-1985)
American pop-rock star ("Hello Mary Lou"; "It's Late"; "Garden Party") and actor (The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet), dies in a plane crash at 45
- Mal Matheson, New Zealand cricket fast bowler (2 Tests) and rugby union Test referee (Australia v NZ 1946), dies at 79
- Sam Spiegel, American film producer (On the Waterfront, The Bridge on the River Kwai), dies at 84
1985 Highlights
About December 31, 1985
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 3 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Say You, Say Me - Lionel Richie
#1 Song: Merry Christmas Everyone - Shakin' Stevens
