Historical Events
- The United States Environmental Protection Agency announces it has identified dangerous levels of dioxin in the soil of Times Beach, Missouri.
Famous Deaths
- Jack Webb, American screenwriter, director and actor (Dragnet, Sunset Boulevard), dies of a heart attack at 62
- Norman Dinerstein, American composer, dies of a heart attack at 45
1982 Highlights
About December 23, 1982
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Maneater - Daryl Hall John Oates
#1 Song: Save Your Love - Renee & Renato
