What Happened on November 6, 1986

Historical Events

  • "Just Like the First Time" second studio album by Freddie Jackson is released (Billboard Album of the Year 1987)
  • Houston's Mike Scott (18-10) wins NL Cy Young

Immigration Reform Bill

President Reagan signs landmark immigration reform bill

  • Rev Donald Wildmon begins a campaign against Howard Stern

Famous Birthdays

  • Ben Rector, American folk-Americana singer-songwriter (Brand New), born in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Famous Deaths

  • Elisabeth Grümmer, German-Alsatian soprano, dies at 75
  • Lili Kraus, Czech-Hungarian-British concert pianist and educator, dies at 81
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights

About November 6, 1986

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Amanda - Boston
  • UK #1 Song: Take My Breath Away (Love Theme From 'Top Gun') - Berlin