Historical Events
- Tatyana Kazankina of USSR sets 3k woman record (8:22.62) in Leningrad
- Zdena Silvaha (Cz) throws discus 74.55 m (women's world record)
Famous Deaths
- Julie Stevens, actress (Lorelei-Big Town), dies at 67
About August 26, 1984
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: What's Love Got To Do With It - Tina Turner
#1 Song: Careless Whisper - George Michael
