Sunday, December 8, 2024

This week in history: April 2-6, 1985

This Week on April 2-6, 1985:

The No. 1 song is “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” by Simple Minds.

The No. 1 movie is “Back to the Future” starring Michael J. Fox.

Singer Leona Lewis was born and Welsh writer Kate Roberts died.

Quote: “I wanna be just like you. All I figure is a lobotomy and some tights.” said Judd Nelson in “The Breakfast Club.”

~ Information Compiled by Mike Hack

More This Week in History:February 26-March 2, 1981March 5-9, 1970; March 19-23, 1974

Mike Hack has enjoyed living in North Carolina for 14 years and Wilmington for the past seven. Mike is a musician and videographer who enjoys crossword puzzles, Jeopardy, bus rides, long walks, and music history trivia. Mike has a vast knowledge of dates, and researching them is just one of his many passions. Mike also has autism and is enjoying connecting with his community via Port City Daily.

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