Historical Events
- 117th Belmont: Eddie Maple aboard Creme Fraiche wins in 2:27
French Open Women's Tennis
French Open Women's Tennis: Chris Evert beats Martina Navratilova 6-3, 6-7, 7-5 for her 17th Grand Slam title and 6th French singles crown
Famous Birthdays
- Alexandre Despatie, Canadian diver (World C'ship gold 10m platform 2003, 1m, 3m springboard 2005; Olympic silver 3m springboard 2004. 08), born in Montreal, Quebec
Famous Weddings
Mike Pence
Future US Vice President Mike Pence (25) weds Karen Batten (26) at Indianapolis, Indiana
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About June 8, 1985
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears
#1 Song: 19 - Paul Hardcastle
