What Happened on July 7, 1985

The Rise and Fall of Boris Becker

Historical Events

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Boris Becker beats South African Kevin Curren 6-3, 6-7, 7-6, 6-4 to become the youngest man (17) to win a Wimbledon singles title

Famous Deaths

  • Guido Kisch, Czech-American Jewish historian (Jews in medieval Germany), dies at 96
  • Patti McCarty, actress (Gangster of the Frontier), dies at 64
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights

About July 7, 1985

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: A View To A Kill - Duran Duran
  • UK #1 Song: Frankie - Sister Sledge