Historical Events
- Michelle Renee Royer, 21, (Texas), crowned 36th Miss USA
Sports History
New York Yankees Don Mattingly wins highest salary arbitration ($1,975,000 per year)
Famous Deaths
- Hal K. Dawson, American actor (Another Language, Wells Fargo), dies at 90
- Verree Teasdale, American actress (Skyscraper Souls), dies at 83
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About February 17, 1987
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 2 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi
#1 Song: Stand By Me - Ben E. King
