What Happened on November 11, 1986

Historical Events

  • Houston's Astro Mike Scott (18-10) wins NL Cy Young Award
  • Suriname government proclaims gold purification

Famous Birthdays

  • François Trinh-Duc, French rugby player, born in Montpellier, France

Jon Batiste (37 years old)

American jazz pianist, singer-songwriter, bandleader (Stay Human; The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, 2015-22), and film score composer (Soul), born in Metairie, Louisiana

  • Victor Cruz, American football wide receiver (New York Giants), born in Paterson, New Jersey

Famous Deaths

  • Roger C. Carmel, American actor (Star Trek - "Harry Mudd"; The Mothers-in-Law - "Roger"), dies at 54
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights

About November 11, 1986

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 9 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Holidays: Veterans Day (United States)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Amanda - Boston
  • UK #1 Song: Take My Breath Away (Love Theme From 'Top Gun') - Berlin


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