Famous Birthdays
- Thundercat [Stephen Bruner], American bass guitarist (Flying Lotus), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Henri Michaux, Belgian-born French poet and writer (Miserable Miracle), dies at 85
- Jerzy Popieluszko, Polish priest/dissident, kidnapped & murdered
1984 Highlights
About October 19, 1984
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra