Historical Events
- "Trading Places", American comedy film, is released
- Charlos Vieira begins 191 hr "nonstop" cycling in Leiria, Portugal
- East German sprinter Marlies Göhr sets world record for 100m (10.81) in Berlin, Germany
Famous Birthdays
Kim Clijsters
Kim Clijsters, Belgian tennis player (4-time Grand Slam titles), born in Bilzen, Belgium
- Lee Harding, Australian punk-rock singer, born in Frankston, Australia
- Mamoru Miyano, Japanese seiyuu
1983 Highlights
About June 8, 1983
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 39 years and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara- #1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police
#1 Song: Flashdance...What A Feeling - Irene Cara
#1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police