What Happened on December 28, 1986

Historical Events

  • 75th Davis Cup: Australia beats Sweden in Melbourne (3-2), helped by Pat Davis ranked 412th in the world

Famous Birthdays

  • Tom Huddlestone, English footballer, born in Nottingham, United Kingdom

Famous Deaths

  • John D. MacDonald, American novelist (Deep Blue Goodbye), dies at 70
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights

About December 28, 1986

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 3 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Walk Like An Egyptian - The Bangles
  • UK #1 Song: Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town) - Jackie Wilson