What Happened on April 17, 1982

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and Queen Elizabeth II sign 'Proclamation of the Constitution Act', establishes Charter of Rights and Freedoms as part of the country’s new Constitution

Music History

Country music legend Johnny Cash hosts Saturday Night Live, participates in skits, performs medley of hits; Elton John is additional musical guest

US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

1982 History

Famous Birthdays

Brad Boyes, Canadian hockey player, 2003-16 (St. Louis Blues, and 6 other teams), born in Mississauga, Ontario
Lee Joon-gi, South Korean actor and model, born in Busan, South Korea

Born in 1982