Historical Events
Film Premiere
"Ghostbusters", American supernatural comedy film, directed and produced by Ivan Reitman, starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson premieres
- "Gremlins", American comedy horror film, is released
- Homosexuality is declared legal in the state of New South Wales, Australia
Famous Birthdays
- Andrea Casiraghi, son of Princess Caroline of Monaco
- Javier Mascherano, Argentine footballer
Famous Deaths
- Gordon Jacob, British composer, dies at 88
About June 8, 1984
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 38 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper
#1 Song: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham!
