Historical Events
- Mookie Blaylock sets NBA record of 13 steals in a game
- Okla's sets NCAA record of 33 steals vs Centenary
- Rollermania at Madison Square Garden, Eastern Express beats Midwest Pioneers
Famous Deaths
- Enrique Jorrín, Cuban charanga violinist and pop-dance music composer, considered the father of the cha-cha-chá, dies at 60
- Louis de Meester, Belgian pianist and classical and electronic music composer (The Great Temptation of St Anthony), dies at 83
- Truman "Pinky" Tomlin, American singer and actor (Sing While You're Able, With Love and Kisses), dies from a heart attack at 80
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About December 12, 1987
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 4 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Faith - George Michael
#1 Song: China In Your Hand - T'pau
