Historical Events
- 150 killed when a Spanish jetliner crashes approaching Bilbao, Spain
- ADM of Amsterdam declares bankruptcy
- British soap opera "Eastenders" premieres on the BBC
- Canned & bottled Cherry Coke introduced by Coca-Cola
- Mickey Mouse welcomed in China
- William Schroeder is 1st artificial heart patient to leave hospital He spends 15 minutes outside Humana Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky
Famous Birthdays
- Arielle Kebbel, American actress, born in Winter Park, Florida
- Haylie Duff, American actress (7th Heaven; Napoleon Dynamite), and singer-songwriter, born in Houston, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Elizabeth Julesberg, author (Dick & Jane), dies
- George Holmes, actor (Man in the Trunk), dies at 66
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About February 19, 1985
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 2 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Careless Whisper - Wham! Featuring George Michael
#1 Song: I Know Him So Well - Elaine Paige & Barbara Dickson
