1982 (MCMLXXXII) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1982nd year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 982nd year of the 2nd …

What happened and who was famous in 1982? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1982.

Nov 7, 2025 · Discover 30 fascinating facts about 1982, a year marked by iconic events, cultural milestones, and historical significance. Dive into the past!

Sep 26, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll …

1982 Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Oct 14, 2016 · What happened in the year 1982 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1982.

06-11-1982: E.T. the Extraterrestrial movie is released and becomes the biggest hit movie of the decade and a pop culture classic. “E.T. phone home” still remains in the pop culture lexicon.

September 29–October 1 – The 1982 Chicago Tylenol murders occur when seven people in the Chicago area die after ingesting capsules laced with potassium cyanide.

Dec 14, 1982 · 20 -- Reagan vetos Emergency Petroleum Allocation Act of 1982 as unnecessary. Michigan, Ohio and Indiana hit hard by week-long flooding. Israeli troops fire on West Bank …

Michael Jackson releases Thriller, which sells more than 25 million copies, becoming the biggest-selling album in history. John Belushi dies of a drug overdose at age 33. Cats opens on …