
Sunday November 17, 1985
US date format: 11/17/1985, UK date format: 17/11/1985
It was Sunday, under the sign of Scorpio (see zodiac on November 17, 1985). The US president was Ronald Reagan (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative), Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Panbanisha and Sékou Camara.
In that special week of November people in US were listening to We Built This City by Starship.
In UK The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush was in the top 5 hits.
The Good Father, directed by Mike Newell, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1985
while Only One Woof by James Herriot was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Blind Date.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing Be-Bop High School or Hex.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the year 1985, at November 17 across the years or at November 1985 calendar.

Historical Events
Which were the important events of November 17, 1985?
Holidays
- Slovakia - Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day commemorating the beginning of the Velvet Revolution in 1989.
- Life Day
- International Students Day
- R.C. Saints - Elisabeth of Hungary; Gregory of Tours; Hilda of Whitby; Hugh of Lincoln
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Events
- Howard Stern begins broadcasting on 92.3 WXRK FM, New York
- New York Jets best offensive production beating Tampa Bay Buccaneers 62-28.
Famous Birthday
American bonobo (d. 2012).
Malian footballer (d. 2013).
Carolina Neurath Swedish journalist.
Filipino actress.
Famous Deaths
Actor (Ritz Brothers), dies of heart...
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Music charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of November 17, 1985?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
Top #5 songs in the UK
Top #5 R&B songs
- Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
- Aretha Franklin - Who's Zoomin' Who
- Ta Mara & The Seen - Everybody Dance
- Isley, Jasper, Isley - Caravan of Love
- Morris Day - The Oak Tree

Sport Games on November 17, 1985
NFL
American Football- Buffalo Bills - Cleveland Browns : 7 - 17
- Chicago Bears - Dallas Cowboys : 44 - 0
- Cincinnati Bengals - Los Angeles Raiders : 6 - 13
- Kansas City Chiefs - San Francisco 49ers : 3 - 31
- Los Angeles Rams - Atlanta Falcons : 14 - 30
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TV Series
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How old am I?
If November 17, 1985 is your birthday find out how old you are in years, months, weeks and days and how long it takes for your next birthday.

Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in November 1985?
- LIFE: Princess Diana
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: Prince Charles and Princess Diana -- Nov. 11, 1985
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8983
Books
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Videogames
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Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 the day of the week was Sunday.
What zodiac sign is November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 the zodiac sign was Scorpio.
Who was the US President on November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 Pope St John Paul II was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on November 17, 1985?
On November 17, 1985 several famous people were born including, Panbanisha , Sékou Camara, Carolina Neurath.
Which famous people died on November 17, 1985?
Famous people died on November 17, 1985 include, Jimmy Ritz.
What was the number one song in November 17, 1985?
The number one song in the week of November 17, 1985 was We Built This City by Starship in US and The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush in UK.
What were the top hits on November 17, 1985?
The top hits on November 17, 1985 were We Built This City by Starship, You Belong To The City by Glenn Frey, Miami Vice Theme by Jan Hammer in US and The Power Of Love by Jennifer Rush, A Good Heart by Feargal Sharkey, Take On Me by A-ha in UK.
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