What happened on Thursday March 21, 1985?

Here's what happened on March 21, 1985:

• Rick Hansen's Man in Motion World Tour Begins Canadian paraplegic athlete Rick Hansen embarked on his groundbreaking 'Man in Motion' world tour, wheeling around the globe to raise awareness and funds for spinal cord injury medical research. His incredible journey would span over two years and 40,000 kilometers, inspiring millions and significantly advancing understanding and support for people with disabilities.
• Langa Massacre in South Africa On March 21, 1985, a tragic incident known as the Bloodbath at Langa occurred in Uitenhage, South Africa, where 19 people were killed by South African police during the apartheid era. This event highlights the brutal suppression of anti-apartheid protests and the systemic violence against Black South Africans during this period.
• Arthur Ashe Inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame Tennis legend Arthur Ashe was honored with induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, recognizing his extraordinary athletic achievements and his significant contributions to civil rights and social justice both on and off the tennis court.

Events in 1985

March 21, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 21, 1985

Newspapers from Mar. 21, 1985

March 21, 1985 was a Thursday and it was the 80th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 21, 1985 can also be written as 3/21/1985 in the US and as 21/3/1985 in UK and Europe.

March 21, 1985 in March 1985 calendar

Famous people born on March 21, 1985:

• Sonequa Martin-Green

  Prominent actress known for her roles in Star Trek: Discovery and The Walking Dead, she has been a significant figure in science fiction...

• Adrian Peterson

  Legendary NFL running back who played primarily for the Minnesota Vikings, known for his exceptional rushing skills and multiple Pro Bowl...

• Vladimir Kanajkin
• Bennard Yao Kumordzi
• Margrethe Renstrøm
• Blaise Sonnery
• Ryan Toolson
• Wilson Rodrigues Fonseca
• Kasper Winther Jørgensen
• Melanie Zanetti
• Ahsha Rolle
• Sean Franklin
• Chris Hogg
• Leanna Jones

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on March 21st

Famous people died on March 21, 1985:

• Michael Redgrave

  Renowned British stage and film actor known for his performances in classic movies like 'The Lady Vanishes' and 'The Browning Version'.

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on March 21st

March 21, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 21, 1985 was Can't Fight This Feeling by REO Speedwagon, according to the music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

1. REO Speedwagon - Can't Fight This Feeling
2. Madonna - Material Girl
3. Phil Collins - One More Night
4. Glenn Frey - The Heat Is On
5. Julian Lennon - Too Late For Goodbyes

March 21, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 21, 1985 was You Spin Me Round (Like A Record) by Dead Or Alive, according to the music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

1. Dead Or Alive - You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)
2. Philip Bailey With Phil Collins - Easy Lover
3. Elaine Paige & Barbara Dickson - I Know Him So Well
4. Bruce Springsteen - Dancing In The Dark
5. Madonna - Material Girl

March 21, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 21, 1985 was Nightshift by Commodores, according to the music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

1. Commodores - Nightshift
2. Wilton Felder With Bobby Womack - I'll Still Be Lookin' Up To You
3. Tina Turner - Private Dancer
4. Ashford & Simpson - Outta The World
5. Diana Ross - Missing You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 21st is Aries.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 21, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 21, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 21, 1985 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 21, 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 March 21, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 06:19 am and setting at 07:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 07, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Apr 05, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on March 21, 1985

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Someone born on March 21, 1985 is:

40 years 1 month old,

or 481 months and 2 days old,

or 2091 weeks and 6 days old,

or 14643 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 21, 1985?

There are 332 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 21st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 21, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 21, 1985.

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