Historical Events
Music History
"Strawberry Fields" memorial to John Lennon in Central Park, NYC is dedicated by mayor Ed Koch
- "Tango Argentino" opens at Mark Hellinger Theater, NYC; runs for 198 performances
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Weddings
George Gervin
NBA guard George Gervin (33) weds Joyce King in Bexar County, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Emílio Garrastazu Médici, 28th President of Brazil (1969-74), dies at 79
Died in 1985 1985 Highlights
About October 9, 1985
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Oh Sheila - Ready For The World
#1 Song: The Power of Love - Jennifer Rush
