Historical Events
- Stephanie Kay Ashmore, of Alabama, 18, crowned America's Junior Miss
Sports History
Tennis ace Arthur Ashe undergoes double bypass heart surgery
Famous Birthdays
Edward Snowden (40 years old)
American NSA contractor who leaked classified information, born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Famous Deaths
- Anton van de Velde, Flemish writer and director (Tijl), dies at 87
1983 Highlights
About June 21, 1983
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara
- #1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police