Historical Events
- 20th NASA Space Shuttle Mission (51-I): Discovery 6 launches
Event of Interest
General Ibrahim Babangida overthrows Major General Muhammadu Buhari's regime in Nigeria
- Mary Joe Fernández at 14 years 8 days old becomes youngest player to win at the US Tennis Open; beats England's Sara Gomer 6-1, 6-4 in a 1st round match
Famous Birthdays
- Alexandra Nechita, Romanian-American artist
About August 27, 1985
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Power Of Love - Huey Lewis & The News
#1 Song: I Got You Babe - Ub40 Featuring Chrissie Hynde
