What Happened on November 1, 1985

Historical Events

  • Netherlands decides definitive sites for cruise missiles
  • Nostalgia Television begins on cable

Famous Deaths

  • Arnold Pihlak, Estonian soccer forward (44 caps; FK Austria Wien), dies at 83

Phil Silvers (1912-1985)

American comedian and actor (Sgt Bilko-Phil Silvers Show), dies in his sleep at 73


Died in 1985 1985 Highlights

About November 1, 1985

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Part-Time Lover - Stevie Wonder
  • UK #1 Song: The Power of Love - Jennifer Rush