What happened on Wednesday October 02, 1985?

Here's what happened on October 02, 1985:

• Mikhail Gorbachev visits Paris for a summit On October 2, 1985, Mikhail Gorbachev, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, visited Paris to attend a summit with Western leaders. This visit marked a significant moment in Cold War diplomacy, as Gorbachev sought to improve relations with the West and promote his policies of glasnost and perestroika. The summit was part of broader efforts to reduce tensions between the East and West during this period. source: bbc.com
• Rock Hudson dies from AIDS-related complications Actor Rock Hudson, a leading man in Hollywood for over three decades, died on October 2, 1985, at his Beverly Hills home at the age of 59. He had been battling AIDS-related complications, becoming one of the first major celebrities to publicly disclose his diagnosis. Hudson's death brought significant attention to the AIDS epidemic and its impact on the entertainment industry. source: washingtonpost.com
• Darrell Evans becomes first to hit 40 home runs in both leagues On October 2, 1985, Darrell Evans became the first player in Major League Baseball history to hit 40 home runs in a season in both the National and American Leagues. He achieved this milestone by hitting his 40th home run of the 1985 season with the Detroit Tigers, having previously hit 41 home runs with the Atlanta Braves in 1973. source: braveshistoryblog.wordpress.com
• Pittsburgh Pirates Saved by Local Coalition Mayor Richard Caliguiri led a successful coalition of public and private groups to purchase the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates for $22 million, ensuring the team would remain in the city for at least five years and preserving an important local sports institution.

Events in 1985

October 02, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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October 02, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 275th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 02, 1985 can also be written as 10/2/1985 in the US and as 2/10/1985 in UK and Europe.

October 02, 1985 in October 1985 calendar

Famous people born on October 02, 1985:

• Marc-Antoine Le Bret

  Renowned French comedian and impersonator famous for his work on Canal+ and with Laurent Ruquier's television programs.

• Steeve Guenot

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on October 2nd

Famous people died on October 02, 1985:

• Rock Hudson

  Rock Hudson was a prominent American actor, best known for his roles in classic films and as a leading man in Hollywood during the 1950s and 1960s. He gained recognition for his performances in romantic comedies as well as dramatic roles, becoming one of the industry's most popular stars of his era. [bio]

• George Savalas

  American character actor best known for his supporting roles in television and film, and brother of famous actor Telly Savalas.

• Margaret Mahler

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on October 2nd

October 02, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 02, 1985 was Money For Nothing by Dire Straits, according to the music chart for the week September 30th and October 6th.

1. Dire Straits - Money For Nothing
2. Kool & The Gang - Cherish
3. Ready For The World - Oh Sheila
4. A-Ha - Take On Me
5. Madonna - Dress You Up

October 02, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 02, 1985 was Dancing In The Street by David Bowie & Mick Jagger, according to the music chart for the week September 30th and October 6th.

1. David Bowie & Mick Jagger - Dancing In The Street
2. Bonnie Tyler - Holding Out For A Hero
3. Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
4. UB40 featuring Chrissie Hynde - I Got You Babe
5. Baltimora - Tarzan Boy

October 02, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 02, 1985 was You Are My Lady by Freddie Jackson, according to the music chart for the week September 30th and October 6th.

1. Freddie Jackson - You Are My Lady
2. Bobby Womack - I Wish He Didn't Trust Me So Much
3. Ready For The World - Oh Sheila
4. Stevie Wonder - Part-Time Lover
5. Doug E. Fresh & The Get Fresh Crew - The Show

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 2nd is Libra.

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October 02, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 02, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 02, 1985 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 02, 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 October 02, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 08:19 pm and setting at 11:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 29, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Oct 28, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on October 02, 1985

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Someone born on October 02, 1985 is:

40 years 7 months old,

or 487 months and 22 days old,

or 2120 weeks and 4 days old,

or 14844 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 02, 1985?

There are 131 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 02, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 02, 1985.

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