Famous Birthdays
- Charline Labonté, French Canadian ice hockey goaltender (Canadian team), born in Greenfield Park, Quebec
- Paulini [Pauline Curuenavuli], Fijian-Australian singer, born in Suva, Fiji
Famous Deaths
- Elsie Randolph, English actress (That'll Make You Whistle), dies at 77
1982 Highlights
About October 15, 1982
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 11 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Jack & Diane - John Cougar
#1 Song: Pass The Dutchie - Musical Youth