What happened on Friday December 03, 1982?

Here's what happened on December 03, 1982:

• First Permanent Artificial Heart Transplant Barney Clark became the world's first recipient of a permanent artificial heart at the University of Utah Medical Center, a groundbreaking moment in medical technology and human organ replacement.
• Times Beach Dioxin Contamination Discovery A critical soil sample from Times Beach, Missouri revealed catastrophic dioxin contamination, with levels 300 times higher than considered safe, signaling a major environmental and public health crisis.
• Frances Film Release The biographical film 'Frances', starring Jessica Lange and depicting the life of actress Frances Farmer, was released in the United States, offering a poignant exploration of a complex Hollywood personality.
• Birth of Michael Essien Michael Essien, a prominent Ghanaian international footballer, was born. He would later become a renowned midfielder known for his powerful playing style and significant contributions to both club and national teams.
• Tommy Hearns Wins WBC Welterweight Title Boxing champion Tommy Hearns secured the WBC Welterweight title through a decisive victory over Benitez, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable boxer.
• New Jersey Devils' First Hat-Trick Steve Tambellini scored the first hat-trick in New Jersey Devils history during a thrilling 5-4 victory against the Hartford Whalers, marking a milestone moment for the young NHL franchise.
• Arkansas Rainfall Record Big Fork, Arkansas experienced an extraordinary rainfall event, recording 35.7 centimeters of precipitation, which established a new state record for rainfall intensity.
• Record High December Temperature in Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio experienced an unprecedented warm day, recording a remarkable 77°F in December, which represented the highest temperature ever documented for that month in the city's history.

Events in 1982

December 03, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 03, 1982

Newspapers from Dec. 03, 1982

December 03, 1982 was a Friday and it was the 337th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 03, 1982 can also be written as 12/3/1982 in the US and as 3/12/1982 in UK and Europe.

December 03, 1982 in December 1982 calendar

Famous people born on December 03, 1982:

• Jaycee Chan

  Jaycee Chan is a Chinese actor and singer, son of famous actor Jackie Chan, who has appeared in multiple films and music projects.

• Michael Essien

  Michael Essien is a renowned Ghanaian footballer who played for top clubs like Chelsea and Real Madrid, and was a key player for the Ghana...

• Jake Hager
• Alice Pol
• Sarah-Jane Dias
• Mithali Raj
• Adam Wingard
• Dascha Polanco

Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on December 3rd

December 03, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 03, 1982 was Truly by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week November 29th and December 5th.

1. Lionel Richie - Truly
2. Laura Branigan - Gloria
3. Toni Basil - Mickey
4. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Maneater
5. Neil Diamond - Heartlight

December 03, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 03, 1982 was Save Your Love by Renee & Renato, according to the music chart for the week November 29th and December 5th.

1. Renee & Renato - Save Your Love
2. The Jam - Beat Surrender
3. The Human League - Mirror Man
4. Culture Club - Time (Clock Of The Heart)
5. Shakin' Stevens - The Shakin' Stevens EP

December 03, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 03, 1982 was Sexual Healing by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week November 29th and December 5th.

1. Marvin Gaye - Sexual Healing
2. Lionel Richie - Truly
3. Michael Jackson And Paul McCartney - The Girl Is Mine
4. Diana Ross - Muscles
5. Prince - 1999

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 3rd is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 03, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 03, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 03, 1982 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 03, 1982 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on December 03, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 07:21 pm and setting at 10:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 01, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Dec 30, 1982.

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Your place in the Universe on December 03, 1982

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Someone born on December 03, 1982 is:

42 years 4 months old,

or 508 months and 20 days old,

or 2211 weeks and 5 days old,

or 15482 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 03, 1982?

There are 224 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 3rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 03, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 03, 1982.

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