Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test
Sports History
Helena Suková snaps Martina Navratilova's 74-match winning streak 1-6, 6-3, 7-5 in the semi finals of the Australian Open in Melbourne; ends Navratilova's hopes of completing the Grand Slam
- Hijackers aboard Kuwaiti jetliner kill 2nd hostage
Famous Deaths
- Ruth Cummings, actress (Daybreak, Dream of Love), dies at 90
About December 6, 1984
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Out Of Touch - Daryl Hall John Oates
#1 Song: The Power Of Love - Frankie Goes To Hollywood
