What happened on Saturday, May 4, 1985?

Here's what happened on May 04, 1985:

• Norway wins Eurovision Song Contest 1985 Norway secured its first Eurovision victory on May 4, 1985, with the song "La det swinge," performed by the duo Bobbysocks! The contest, held in Gothenburg, Sweden, saw Norway's entry earn 123 points, marking a significant achievement for the country in the competition's history. source: en.wikipedia.org
• 111th Kentucky Derby won by Spend A Buck On May 4, 1985, Spend A Buck, trained by Cam Gambolati and ridden by Ángel Cordero Jr., won the 111th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The race was completed in 2:00.20, marking the third-fastest time in Derby history at that time. The victory was significant, as Spend A Buck's owner, Dennis Diaz, chose to skip the Preakness and Belmont Stakes to pursue a $2 million bonus by winning the Jersey Derby, which he achieved on May 27, 1985. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Clarence Wiseman becomes 10th General of The Salvation Army On May 4, 1985, Clarence Wiseman was elected as the 10th General of The Salvation Army. His leadership marked a significant period in the organization's history, focusing on social justice and community service. source: salvationarmy.org

Events in 1985

May 04, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from May 1985

Newspapers from May. 04, 1985

May 04, 1985 was a Saturday and it was the 124th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 04, 1985 can also be written as 5/4/1985 in the US and as 4/5/1985 in UK and Europe.

May 04, 1985 in May 1985 calendar

Famous people born on May 04, 1985:

• Jidenna

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• Fernandinho

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• Laura Whitmore

  Laura Whitmore is an Irish television presenter and model known for hosting popular reality shows and music events.

• Jme (MC)
• Fernandinho (footballer)

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on May 4th

Famous people died on May 04, 1985:

• Fikri Sönmez

  Turkish tailor and politician (b. 1938).

• Horatio Fitch

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on May 4th

May 04, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 04, 1985 was We Are The World by USA for Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA for Africa - We Are The World
2. Madonna - Crazy For You
3. DeBarge - Rhythm Of The Night
4. Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)
5. Murray Head - One Night In Bangkok

May 04, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 04, 1985 was Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
2. USA For Africa - We Are The World
3. Philip Bailey With Phil Collins - Easy Lover
4. Phyllis Nelson - Move Closer
5. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Welcome To The Pleasuredome

May 04, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 04, 1985 was We Are The World by USA For Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA For Africa - We Are The World
2. Debarge - Rhythm Of the Night
3. Mary Jane Girls - In My House
4. Kool & The Gang - Fresh
5. Sade - Smooth Operator

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 4th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 04, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 04, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 04, 1985 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 04, 1985 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 May 04, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 08:03 pm and setting at 06:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on May 04, 1985

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Someone born on May 04, 1985 is:

41 years 3 months old,

or 495 months and 1 day old,

or 2152 weeks and 4 days old,

or 15068 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 04, 1985?

There are 272 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 4th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 04, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 04, 1985.

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