The following events also occurred in 1985...
Swatch watches become the newest craze.
Back to the Future, starring Michael J. Fox, tops the box office.
Coke changes its formula, creating New Coke. After an immense backlash from the public, however, Coke goes back to the original formula calling it Coke Classic.
Acid Rain becomes a big environmental concern.
AIDS claims the life of actor Rock Hudson, as the public becomes more aware of the disease.
Pound Puppies and Cabbage Patch Kids rise to the top of children’s Christmas lists.
David Lee Roth leaves Van Halen.
Parental advisory warning labels start appearing on all music albums that contain violent or sexual language.
Facts of Life, MacGyver, Growing Pains and Cheers are popular television shows.
Billy Joel marries Christie Brinkley.
Some of the top musical talents come together to record We Are the World to raise money for Africa.
Eddie Murphy turns to the music industry and records Party All the Time.
The Brat Pack takes over Hollywood.