What happened on Thursday April 29, 1982?

Here's what happened on April 29, 1982:

• Murder of Paul Hoffman by Richard Kuklinski American mafia hitman Richard Kuklinski committed a brutal murder, killing pharmacist Paul Hoffman by beating him with a tire iron, demonstrating the violent nature of organized crime during this period.
• Alfredo Magana Elected President of El Salvador Alfredo Magana was democratically elected as the President of El Salvador, marking a significant political transition during a period of regional political instability.
• NHL Playoffs: New York Islanders Defeat Quebec Nordiques In the NHL Stanley Cup Semifinals, the New York Islanders defeated the Quebec Nordiques 5-2, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead and moving closer to advancing in the playoffs.
• 17th Academy of Country Music Awards The 17th Academy of Country Music Awards celebrated top performers, with Alabama and Barbara Mandrell emerging as major winners, highlighting their significant contributions to country music.
• Kamran Jawaid: Pakistani Film Critic and Producer Kamran Jawaid established himself as a notable figure in the Pakistani film industry, contributing to film criticism and production.

Events in 1982

April 29, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 29, 1982

Newspapers from Apr. 29, 1982

April 29, 1982 was a Thursday and it was the 119th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 29, 1982 can also be written as 4/29/1982 in the US and as 29/4/1982 in UK and Europe.

April 29, 1982 in April 1982 calendar

Famous people born on April 29, 1982:

• Kate Nauta

  Kate Nauta is an American actress, model, and singer known for her appearances in films and fashion campaigns.

• Harry Shum, Jr.

  Harry Shum Jr.

• Drew Seeley

  Drew Seeley is an actor and singer best known for his roles in Disney productions like High School Musical and Another Cinderella Story.

Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on April 29th

Famous people died on April 29, 1982:

• Raymond Bussières

  Prominent French actor who appeared in over 160 films between 1933 and 1982, known for his versatility across stage, film, television, and...

• Elmer Ripley

Famous people who died in 1982

Famous people who died on April 29th

April 29, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 29, 1982 was I Love Rock 'N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Love Rock 'N Roll
2. Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
3. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
4. The J. Geils Band - Freeze-Frame
5. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers

April 29, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 29, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

April 29, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 29, 1982 was If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another by Richard "Dimples" Fields, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Richard "Dimples" Fields - If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another
2. Stevie Wonder - That Girl
3. Atlantic Starr - Circles
4. Kool & The Gang - Get Down On It
5. O'Bryan - The Gigolo

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 29th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 29, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 29, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 29, 1982 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 29, 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 April 29, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 11:07 am and setting at 02:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on May 08, 1982.

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Your place in the Universe on April 29, 1982

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Someone born on April 29, 1982 is:

43 years and 25 days old,

or 516 months and 25 days old,

or 2247 weeks and 2 days old,

or 15731 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 29, 1982?

There are 341 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 29th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 29, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 29, 1982.

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